Industry News

A new video from Schwing uses simple graphics and narration to explain the advantages of choosing quality equipment based on the total cost of ownership (TCO).Inspired by Schwing customers who have shared their TCO experience, the video uses hand drawn illustrations rendered on-screen as an entertaining course in TCO—which discusses every expense of owning and operating a concrete pump. The net result is a better return on a concrete pump investment.

In early May, Putzmeister America, Inc. hosted an open house at its recently refreshed West Coast Customer Support Center located in Santa Fe Springs, California.

Guests were invited to tour the facility, meet the new onsite staff and see the expanded parts inventory. Tours included a visit to the Putzmeister service school classroom, where area operators can stay current by attending ACPA certification seminars and Putzmeister service school classes.

Recent changes within the market have led to unique growth opportunities for Construction Forms. Inc. As an organization, it is poised for significant growth in the next two to three years. To help achieve these goals, the company has announced the addition of Pat Bartling as chief operating officer. Pat brings over 25 years of experience in manufacturing operations leadership within a variety of industries, with responsibilities around the globe. His experience in continuous improvement is a natural fit to support the ongoing initiatives put in place by Mark Troyer.

Putzmeister America, Inc. has promoted Cole Richards to regional sales representative to work with Boom Pump and Telebelt® customers throughout Texas.

Cole came to Putzmeister from Caterpillar Inc., in Athens, Georgia, where he worked as a welder of booms in the company’s fabrication department. In December of 2016, Cole joined Putzmeister as a parts sales representative.

“We’re happy that we were able to move Cole to our large line,” said Bill Dwyer, Putzmeister vice president of sales and marketing. “His experience will benefit our customers in Texas.”