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TEC Distributes Cutting Edge Mill & Lathe to the Educational Market

Features, Safety and Affordability Appealing to Instructors

Pembroke, NH, February 3, 2003 – Tech Ed Concepts, Inc. (TEC, Inc.), provider of 3D Academic Engineering Solutions, is now distributing a TEC Cutting Edge Mill and TEC Cutting Edge Lathe to middle-school, secondary and post-secondary CAD, CAM, CNC and Manufacturing instructors throughout the educational market.

The TEC Cutting Edge Mill and Lathe have been specifically designed for instructors who teach manufacturing, CNC, 3D and complex surfacing, CNC program writing and editing, pre-engineering programs and other objectives that contain an emphasis on real-world industrial production and manufacturing.

Richard Amarosa, President of TEC, Inc. stated, “TEC will continue to allow instructors and students to experience what is happening today in industry by providing them with programs like our new Cutting Edge Mill and Lathe that can be incorporated into current or new programs. We expect our new programs to allow instructors to move to more advanced manufacturing levels by providing a thorough curriculum, with powerful, easy-to-use manufacturing equipment and software.”

Exclusive Features
The features and hardware specifications of the TEC Cutting Edge Mill and Lathe lend advantages that position them both above all other competitors in their class. Maximum durability, adjustable zero hand wheels and a special manual override for fully hand-operated axis, incorporation of industry standard codes, hassle-free serial port connection for faster speeds, continuous machining for faster machining times and having the largest work envelope in its class are some of the distinctive features of the TEC Cutting Edge Mill & Lathe. The TEC Cutting Edge Mill and Lathe are both completely enclosed in a Cabinet with Lexan® Safety Shield and Interlock Switch, and contain emergency stop buttons for immediate shutdown.

Contents
The complete “TEC Cutting Edge Machining Center” and “TEC Cutting Edge Turning Center” include a fully-enclosed Cutting Edge Mill and/or Lathe, CNC control software, SURFCAM (2-, 3-, 4- and 5-axis Computer-Aided Machining software), vacuum, tooling accessories, user’s guide, free technical support for one year and a one year full warranty. A separate curriculum is currently being developed for both programs. The curriculum will range from a basic introduction to manufacturing to walking students through the manufacturing process.

Pricing
The complete “TEC Cutting Edge Machining Center” or “TEC Cutting Edge Turning Center” is available for $6,995 each. Contact a TEC sales representative at 1-800-338-2238 or e-mail Sales@TECedu.com for more specific information about this program and other TEC CAD/CAM products.

About Tech Ed Concepts, Inc.
Founded in 1987, Tech Ed Concepts, Inc. (TEC, Inc.) provides 3D solutions needed to teach today’s young people about the fields of engineering, design, manufacturing, and architecture. TEC, Inc. is the North American Academic Distributor of CADKEY® (leading mechanical CAD software package), DataCAD® (robust architectural CAD software package), SURFCAM® (Computer-Aided-Manufacturing (CAM) software package), Chief Architect® (3D architectural, rendering, and design software) and 3D Manufacturing Programs. Its customers are served and supported through a network of Authorized Academic Dealers and Resellers in the U.S. and Canada. For over 15 years, TEC, Inc. has established itself as a trusted one-stop academic resource offering teacher training, textbooks, workbooks, reference guides, and additional classroom support materials. For the latest news and product information, visit TEC, Inc., on the Web at www.TECedu.com, email info@TECedu.com or call 1-800-338-2238.