[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 46 (Thursday, April 23, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E650]
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                    HONORING VARIAN ASSOCIATES, INC.

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                           HON. ANNA G. ESHOO

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, April 23, 1998

  Ms. ESHOO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Varian Associates, Inc. 
upon their 50th anniversary of incorporation.
  Varian Associates was formed by brothers Russell and Sigurd Varian, 
along with a number of associates from Stanford University. The company 
first opened its doors July 1, 1948, with just six employees and total 
capital of $22,000 to conduct general research in the field of physical 
science. Varian was one of the first companies to recognize the 
significance and importance of a strong industry-university connection, 
and encouraged the formation of Stanford Industrial Park, becoming its 
initial resident. Varian has grown from its modest beginnings into one 
of Silicon Valley's greatest success stories, winning over 10,000 
patents, receiving countless Industrial Research 100 Awards, and 
continually producing one or more of our nation's 100 most promising 
new products yearly.
  Varian has evolved into a world leader in its current line of 
business--health care systems, analytical instruments, and 
semiconductor manufacturing equipment. The company employs over 7,000 
individuals at over 100 plants and offices in nine countries, and 
generates sales well in excess of one billion dollars annually. Since 
its inception, Varian has had a strong commitment to our community, 
exemplified by its establishment of our nation's second Minority Small 
Business Investment Company and its leadership role with the Urban 
Coalition on fair housing, among others. Varian was recognized by 
Industry Week Magazine as one of the World's 100 Best Managed Companies 
in 1997.
  Over the last 50 years, Varian has become one of our nation's most 
successful companies. Varian is a jewel in the crown of the 14th 
Congressional District of California and Silicon Valley.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in celebrating the 50th 
anniversary of Varian's inception and in commending the company for its 
extraordinary achievements and its contributions to our nation.

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