PEMA COMPANIES IN THE NEWS

Aug. 12, 2021 (Falls Church, Va.) – The Process Equipment Manufacturers’ Association (PEMA) has named Charlie Ingram as its membership director. An updated strategic plan increases the emphasis on a strong membership base, which includes recruitment and retention goals during the next two years. To implement the goal, the Board of Directors agreed to increase the efforts from paid staff to supplement the volunteer member efforts, and Ingram was hired as a contractor for PEMA by Association and Society Management International, Inc. (ASMI), PEMA’s management firm. “Charlie has been an ambassador for this organization throughout his many years of membership,” [...]

WICHITA, Kan. (June 14, 2020) – Kice announced today the appointment of Jeff Kinnunen as its Regional Sales Manager, based out of Minneapolis, MN. In this role, Kinnunen will be responsible for the oversight of sales throughout Minnesota, North and South Dakota, West Iowa, and Northwestern Wisconsin territories, providing support for this customer base for the diverse product lines offered by Kice. Kinnunen joins Kice with over 13 years of experience as a manufacturer’s representative in the Minnesota area, providing customers with equipment and solutions similar to the products Kice offers. “We are excited to welcome Jeff to Kice Industries; [...]

Due to business growth in its North American Chemical & Performance Materials business unit, Schenck Process has hired Rod Henricks to serve as Executive Director of Sales.  His new role will include the management of sales for the Chemical & Performance Materials markets along with leading a team committed to providing state of the art bulk material handling equipment and systems. Rod brings a wide range of industry experience with previous management roles in both manufacturing and sales for processing equipment and transportation vehicles.  Most recently, Rod led the sales and product management teams for Bunting Magnetics Co. Rod also [...]

SALINA, KANS. – Vortex Global is pleased to showcase their latest advancements in dry bulk solids handling technologies, specifically in the loading solutions and aerated conveying product lines, through an updated version of its website. “Over the past five years, our product research and development team has delivered several innovations to the dry bulk material handling industry,” said Vortex President & CEO, Travis Young. “This includes dustless grain ship loaders, high temperature gates for fly ash handling, abrasive duty diverters, and aerated cement conveyors. It became evident that we had to do a better job explaining these new product offerings [...]

Vortex is pleased to announce executive management changes to set the stage for its next generation of corporate leadership. These changes will go into effect January 1st, 2021. Founded in Salina, KS in 1977, Vortex has grown from a regional business to a multi-national manufacturing and engineering company specializing in process equipment for handling dry bulk foods, chemicals, and minerals. In addition to his role as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Travis Young has been appointed President to lead the overall direction and strategy of the company. Young is the fourth President & CEO in the company’s 44-year history, succeeding Jeff [...]

During his 25 years with Vortex, Kevin held many key positions including Director of Marketing, Special Projects Director, Regional Sales Manager, and Director of Business Development. Kevin’s involvement in the dry bulk industry includes membership in the International Association of Operative Millers, International Milling Education Foundation, the Society for Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration, and the Industrial Minerals Association of North America. He was elected an Emeritus Member of the International Association of Operative Millers, was a past Advisory Board Member of the Powder & Bulk Solids Expo, and served on the Board of Directors of the Industrial Minerals Association of [...]

Deryl Beakley Bill Werra Bill Werra succeeds Beakley as president, effective immediately. ALVARADO, TX (February 18, 2021) – C&W DustTech, the market leader in Ready-Mix and Concrete dust collection systems, announced today the retirement of CEO & President Deryl Beakley in June 2021. Effective immediately, Bill Werra will succeed Beakley as president. Over the next five months, Beakley and Werra will work together to ensure a successful transition. Following his retirement, Beakley will continue serving on C&W’s board of directors. “It is with heartfelt enthusiasm that I share the news of my upcoming retirement after nearly 30 years with C&W, and express my excitement for C&W’s future” said Beakley. [...]

Piqua, Ohio (February 15, 2021) – This month many helped celebrate Daniel P. French, French Oil Mill Machinery Company Chairman and CEO, on his 50 years of service with the fourth-generation, family owned manufacturing company. Dan joined the company in 1971 first working in the factory as a machine tool operator, and worked his way up in the company to become the third generation of the French family to serve as President, a role he held from 1982-2013. On February 9, Ohio United States Congressman Warren Davidson surprised Dan with an on-site visit to present him with a framed copy [...]

Sept. 4, 2020 (Falls Church, Va.) – The Process Equipment Manufacturers’ Association (PEMA) and the Bulk Solids Innovation Center (BSIC) at Kansas State University are pleased to announce the establishment of a partnership. “PEMA members will have access to unique educational, consulting and testing services through this partnership,” explained PEMA President Rod Henricks. “Likewise, PEMA members will be a first line resource for the BSIC when needs arise.” Opening five years ago, BSIC is the only university facility and staff in North America dedicated to helping industrial companies with education, consulting, testing services, and research related to bulk solids. BSIC’s [...]

Erie, PA— Eriez® Chairman Richard Merwin announces the appointment of Lukas Guenthardt to the position of President and CEO. Eriez selected Guenthardt to fill this leadership role when Timothy Shuttleworth retired after serving as the company’s President and CEO since 2004. Guenthardt joined the Eriez Board of Directors in 2011 and was named Executive Vice President of Global Strategy and Development in 2014. Merwin says, “Lukas is an accomplished global executive with a proven track record. His years of experience managing our global subsidiaries have prepared him well for success as our new President and CEO to lead Eriez’ strong [...]

WICHITA, Kan. (March 16, 2020) – Kice announced today the appointment of Sarah Lawson as its Technical Sales Manager, based out of Ponca City, OK. In this role, Lawson will be responsible for the oversight of sales throughout the Oklahoma and North Texas territories, providing support for this customer base for the diverse product lines offered by Kice. Lawson is a graduate of Oklahoma State University.  Previously to joining Kice, Lawson spent over 14 years with Bliss Industries in their engineering, customer support, and sales departments. “We are excited to welcome Sarah to Kice Industries, she will be a great [...]

New Name. Same Singular Focus on Dust. ALVARADO, TX (March 6, 2020) – The dominant market leader in Ready-Mix and Concrete Production dust collection since 1978, C&W Manufacturing is now C&W DustTech. This change is based on recently conducted market research that led to a better understanding of what customers value most, including a singular focus on dust, commitment to the advancement of dust collection technologies, and people who are passionate and determined to make a meaningful difference. Today, C&W DustTech is building on this foundation by advancing dust collection technologies that outperform and make a meaningful difference to customers’ [...]