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EMCO-TEST in Kuchl can look back on 60 years of experience and ranks among the market leaders in hardness testing. On the occasion of the "Southeast Europe" foreign trade conference hosted by the Salzburg foreign trade organisation, EMCO-TEST Prüfmaschinen GmbH was visited by the Austrian business delegates. The company took this opportunity to present its "360° Full Service Competence" success strategy. It encompasses the business areas of development, production, calibration, consultation and services. EMCO-TEST currently employs 50 staff and is now Europe's largest manufacturer of hardness testers. What makes it so special is that the whole range of products and services is designed and produced at the Kuchl site. In addition, its highly qualified suppliers are based in the region. The products are exported to more than 40 countries. Negotiations take place with customers in ten different languages. "Advancement of the internationalisation offensive is vitally important for our company. Particularly in the development of new markets, we appreciate the support of the Chamber of Commerce's foreign trade organisation. Information regarding business opportunities outside Austria, market analyses and potential partners and customers for implementing our export strategy are very helpful", Sonja Promock, Export Manager of EMCO-TEST Prüfmaschinen GmbH, emphasised. Bottom: Austrian business delegates accompanied by Thomas Albrecht from the WKS foreign trade office (3rd from left) visiting EMCO-TEST in Kuchl.