SAN JOSE, Calif., July 12, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Flex
(NASDAQ: FLEX), a leading Sketch-to-Scale™ solutions
provider that designs and builds intelligent products for a
connected world, has partnered with MAS Holdings, a technology
apparel design-to-delivery solutions provider, to develop
revolutionary new wearable technologies that accelerate and
integrate the Intelligence of Things into clothing and enable more
natural, intuitive interactions between people and technology.
The two companies will preview the new technology they have
collaborated on for integration with clothing at the WT | Wearable
Technologies Conference at Fort Mason Center in San Francisco, July
12-13.
In addition to working together and with an ecosystem of
independent third-party collaborators, the Flex and MAS partnership
focuses on:
- Developing new technologies: Collaborating on
development of next-generation wearables and smart clothing,
optimized through key innovations in technology, textiles and
fabrics.
- Bringing new products to market: Collaborating on
Sketch-to-Scale product development, beginning at the design
stages, to provide apparel brands with a simplified development
process for integration of next generation wearable
technology.
- Streamlining processes: Improving supply chain
efficiency for streamlined production, procurement and
distribution.
Mike Dennison, president of the
Consumer Technologies Group at Flex, said, "In addition to being a
leading innovator in textiles and apparel, MAS has been a valued
partner on many previous wearables projects Flex has worked on,
including the Lumo Run product, launching later this year. We are
looking forward to further expanding our relationship, and
collaborating on accelerating innovation in the wearables
technology market."
Lumo Run is an example of 'smart clothing' that combines
fashion, technology and function, with the potential to be 'every
athlete's portable running coach.' The pending launch marks a
collaborative initiative by Lumo Bodytech, MAS and Flex. The
technology, based on sports biomechanics research on distance
running done at Loughborough University
in the UK, has already resulted in new knowledge about running
technique, identifying key characteristics for ideal running
form.
Mahesh Amalean, chairman of MAS
Holdings, said, "Global partnerships have always played a key role
in MAS's success, helping us move into new frontiers in process,
product and technology. This exciting collaboration with Flex is
the next iteration, enabling us to work together by integrating
technology into apparel and delivering revolutionary products to
the consumer."
About Flex
Flextronics International Ltd. is a leading
Sketch-to-Scale™ solutions company that designs and builds
intelligent products for a connected world. With approximately
200,000 professionals across 30 countries and a promise to help the
world Live Smarter™, Flex provides innovative design,
engineering, manufacturing, real-time supply chain insight and
logistics services to companies of all sizes in various industries
and end-markets. For more information, visit www.flextronics.com or
follow us on Twitter @Flextronics.
About MAS Holdings
MAS Holdings is an apparel
technology company, where trusted industry experience meets cutting
edge expertise. Built on a tradition of strong values based on
honesty and integrity, MAS is a globally recognized
concept-to-delivery solutions provider, with an ecosystem of design
offices, apparel and component manufacturing plants, customized IT
solutions for the apparel and footwear industry, private Industrial
Parks and retail Brands. The MAS manufacturing footprint
comprises 48 state-of-the-art facilities located in 15 countries
employing over 80,000 associates. With expansive product
capabilities, a customer portfolio of world renowned fashion and
sports brands and a focus on health & wellness and wearable
technology, MAS has perfected the seamless integration of
technology and apparel.
For more information, visit http://masholdings.com
For specific products visit http://Lumorun.com
Contacts
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At MAS
Holdings:
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Tiasha
Renganathan
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MAS
Innovation
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(415)
964-9288
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TiashaR@masholdings.com
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At Flex:
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Renee
Brotherton | Paul Brunato
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Kevin
Kessel
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Corporate
Communications
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Investor
Relations
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(408) 576-7189 |
(408) 576-7534
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(408)
576-7985
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renee.brotherton@flextronics.com
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kevin.kessel@flextronics.com
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paul.brunato@flextronics.com
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