McElroy receives OSHA recognition for commitment to workplace safety
Tulsa, Oklahoma-based McElroy was recognized again for its commitment to workplace safety and participation in the Occupational Safety and Health Administration Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program. Oklahoma Labor Commissioner Leslie Osborn presented the company with a proclamation commending leadership and employees at two McElroy campuses located in Tulsa. Osborn and OSHA Consultation Director Jason Hudson also presented company leadership with a flag commemorating McElroy’s SHARP-certified status.
Asahi/America names new VP of East and Central sales
Asahi/America has promoted Mark Monroe to vice president of sales for the East and Central regions of the United States. His career with Asahi/America spans more than 11 years, serving in various capacities within the company’s sales organization. His most recent role at Asahi/America was as regional sales manager for the Central region of the U.S.
Matt Murray joins SJE as vice president of sales – CLT division
Matt Murray has joined SJE as vice president of sales – CLT division. Murray replaces former VP of sales Richard Rankka following his recent retirement. Murray will lead the sales strategy, product management and marketing for the controls and level-sensing technologies division of SJE. He brings over 18 years’ experience in various leadership and sales roles, including positions as director of sales, global strategic account manager, and senior business unit manager. Most recently, Murray was the senior business unit manager — industrial distribution at Franklin Electric. Prior to that he spent seven years with ITT Goulds Pumps in several roles with his last being global strategic account manager.
Felling Trailers celebrates 50 years in manufacturing
Felling Trailers took the opportunity to celebrate its 50th anniversary with the AEM Manufacturing Express, gathering employees to celebrate the company’s history and continued development. Over 200 of Felling’s team members gathered together by the company’s new powder coat facility in Sauk Centre, Minnesota, to enjoy an afternoon filled with games, food and prizes, along with the opportunity to visit with fellow team members, policymakers and AEM team members. The games provided by AEM are part of its Manufacturing Challenge; the online video games invite participants to tackle industry-themed questions for a chance to win prizes. The tour covers more than 20 states with 80 stops at equipment manufacturers to showcase the technology and innovations that power modern equipment and the innovative technologies, processes, people and products across America.
AWWA selects Tnemec to receive 2024 Innovation Award
The American Water Works Association awarded its 2024 Innovation Award to Tnemec Co. for developing the first NSF/ANSI/CAN Standard 61-certified, water-based protective coating system designed for potable water immersion service. By eliminating the need for solvents and isocyanates, both known for their environmental and safety concerns, Tnemec’s water-based system offers a safer and more eco-friendly solution without sacrificing performance or longevity. AWWA’s Innovation Award recognizes a member who has inspired or implemented an innovative idea, best practice or solution to benefit the water sector.
infinitii ai wins contract with city of Vancouver
infinitii ai announced it won a competitive bid with the city of Vancouver. The company will provide the city with access to infinitii flowworks real-time data monitoring software as part of a three-year contract. With a population of 631,000, Vancouver is one of Canada’s fast-growth cities and British Columbia’s largest municipality.
PAGE Technologies wins The Water Council’s spring Tech Challenge
The Water Council announced PAGE Technologies, a water and soil monitoring platform based in Boulder, Colorado, as the winner of its spring 2024 Tech Challenge. The Tech Challenge connects water innovators with leading water technology companies, facilitating potential partnerships and helping new ideas and technologies gain exposure in the industry. The topics and winners are chosen by the challenge sponsors, A. O. Smith Corp., Badger Meter and Watts Water Technologies. This session’s challenge sought water quality sensor solutions.
South Texas Water Authority and Seven Seas Water Group announce agreement
The South Texas Water Authority and Seven Seas Water Group have signed a long-term water supply agreement. Under this Water-as-a-Service agreement, Seven Seas will construct a new brackish water reverse osmosis plant designed to produce a minimum of 3 million gallons of drinking water per day. The water plant is scheduled to commence the delivery of fresh water in the first quarter of 2027. This new water plant will serve the residents of the rapidly growing communities of Kleberg and Nueces counties.
Gap Barbin appointed president of GapVax
Gap Barbin was named the president of Johnstown, Pennsylvania-based GapVax, succeeding company founder Gary A. Poborsky, who will continue as CEO. Barbin, the grandson of Poborsky, earned his Bachelor of Science in industrial engineering from Texas A&M University and worked for Boeing and Mack/Volvo during college. Barbin began his professional career as a hydroexcavation operator in Texas. He returned to Johnstown and put his knowledge to use in various departments at GapVax. Whether it was sales, project engineering or production, each new role prepared him to lead the company and serve its customers.
Tsurumi Pump celebrates 100 years
Tsurumi Pump, founded in Osaka, Japan, in 1924, is celebrating its 100th anniversary. The company has focused on technical excellence since its inception as an equipment manufacturer, gaining recognition across Asia and expanding to the United States and Europe.
VMAC names Rafael Marcao as director of enterprise excellence
VMAC welcomed Rafael Marcao as director of enterprise excellence. Marcao brings significant Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement experience to VMAC and has earned a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt from Caterpillar in Brazil. Marcao holds a Technologist Degree in Industrial Automation, a postgraduate degree in Lean Manufacturing Engineering (6 Sigma), and an Executive MBA. With diverse experience in automation, manufacturing, and quality engineering, Marcao is well-suited to lead VMAC’s further development of Lean as an overall organizational strategy focused on delivering increased value to VMAC’s customers.
