Methods Machine Tools Inc., a supplier of precision machine tools, automation, and accessories, has expanded its Southern California operation, increasing the number of sales/application engineering and service personnel by eight, and offering a full range of machine tool solutions from all Methods partner brands. In addition, Robert Serrano has been added to the leadership team as sales manager, bringing his 25 years of machine tool experience to the region.

“With new personnel, the full complement of Methods’ industry leading partner brands, and a dedicated service and support staff, we are poised to meet the demands of Methods’ growing Southern California customer base,” said Fernando R. Garcia, general manager of Methods Machine Tools’ west coast operations.

Methods’ new state-of-the-art Southern California technology center, which was officially opened in June 2014, provides machine tools solutions of all its partner brands, including: FANUC RoboDrill tapping/drilling centers, FANUC wire EDM, Nakamura Tome turning and multitasking machining centers, YASDA high precision jig borers, CNC machining centers, Feeler lathes, vertical machining centers, milling and boring mills, and KIWA horizontal machining centers.

The 11,400ft2 technology center, hub of Methods' Southern California Operations, is located at 1980 West Corporate Way, Anaheim, where all Methods products are showcased and training, application support, engineering, and customer service are offered.