New Autoclave Rep Company Joins The CSS Team Written by: Arthur Trapotsis MS Biochemical Engineering, MBA, Consultant Consolidated Sterilizer Systems is proud to announce a new partnership with Colcom, Inc. as our authorized local representative for the Southern New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware areas. Colcom was founded in 1970 as a manufacturer’s rep group selling autoclaves and various other lab equipment. Over time, Colcom has expanded its product offerings to include a full-range of healthcare and laboratory equipment. Now in their 44th year, Colcom represents 16 manufacturers. President Bridget Collins attributes their success to creating long-standing customer relationships, “it’s really about trust, good faith, and good service,” she stated. Bridget works alongside colleagues Tom Stevens and Bill Gannon. Collectively, the team has more than 40 years of experience in life sciences. Consolidated is excited to have such an experienced and respected partner join the team. To learn more about the full line of Consolidated’s autoclaves Colcom will be representing, please visit our our main products page. Tweet Like Share
New Autoclave Rep Company Joins The CSS Team Written by: Arthur Trapotsis MS Biochemical Engineering, MBA, Consultant Consolidated Sterilizer Systems is proud to announce a new partnership with Colcom, Inc. as our authorized local representative for the Southern New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware areas. Colcom was founded in 1970 as a manufacturer’s rep group selling autoclaves and various other lab equipment. Over time, Colcom has expanded its product offerings to include a full-range of healthcare and laboratory equipment. Now in their 44th year, Colcom represents 16 manufacturers. President Bridget Collins attributes their success to creating long-standing customer relationships, “it’s really about trust, good faith, and good service,” she stated. Bridget works alongside colleagues Tom Stevens and Bill Gannon. Collectively, the team has more than 40 years of experience in life sciences. Consolidated is excited to have such an experienced and respected partner join the team. To learn more about the full line of Consolidated’s autoclaves Colcom will be representing, please visit our our main products page. Tweet Like Share
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