Through the dedicated efforts of several members of our VSG operations team in Madison, Indiana, we have been able to convert one of our laser cutting machines to now produce clear plastic face shields to help protect the Dover workforce. We will begin the production of 5,000 shields on Monday, April 13, and expect to begin shipping them out shortly thereafter. These shields are being offered to all Dover Operating Companies.
We want to issue a heartfelt thank you to our VSG Madison team. Over a very few days, this team was able to develop a design, and then change over the equipment and procure the materials necessary to see this through. Their desire to help fellow Dover employees is very much appreciated and aligns greatly with our Dover Values.
All of us at Dover and VSG wish all of you the best of health and safety as we continue to work through this difficult time.