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Renaissance Embroidery Systems acquired by Prodigi

As of January 1, 2009, Prodigi Embroidery Systems by Midwest Distributors has purchased Renaissance Embroidery Systems in its entirety. Midwest Distributors is one of the oldest entities in the industry, started in 1955 by the same family who operates it today.

Three generations ago the commitment to the sewing/embroidery trade began in Saint Louis, MO. In its long and intricate history, there have been many accomplishments which have helped to shape the industry and propelled the company to where it is today. Becoming principally involved with computerized embroidery machines back in the late 1970’s, Midwest developed the first automatic functioning digitizing system in the early 1980’s, throughout the 90’s became the largest worldwide dealer for one of the most recognized machine brands today, and currently possesses some of the most sought after digitizing and touch screen machine technology. Now, they have grown to become nearly 100 percent vertical, meaning that they offer their own directly manufactured, imported, and distributed products branded as Prodigi.

Reprinted from SQE Professional, May 2009