We are pleased to announce the opening of our new Phoenix office to cover Arizona, Southern Nevada, and New Mexico. This office allows Special Devices to service our Arizona clients locally, and we are pleased to be the only NI Select Integrator with a presence in the area.

Kevin Wirkus, who has been at Special Devices for several years, with positions ranging from Senior Project Engineer to Project Manager, will work as the regional manager. Prior to Special Devices, Kevin spent nine years with Northrop Grumman (Space & Technology Division) and four years in the US Marine Corps. He holds a BSEE from Cal State Long Beach and certifications in both LabVIEW and TestStand. "Kevin's great work ethic and attention to the customer are perfect for Special Devices's new office," says Patrick Kelly, VP of Marketing for Special Devices.

Kevin can be contacted via email at kevin@calbay.com or via cell phone at (480) 440-7990.