Putzmeister recently completed the global rollout of its new company website. In a strategic build up to this website launch, the company adapted its logo in 2017 to improve its visibility on digital media and attractiveness to its dynamic and increasingly-modern clientele in the construction industry.
Putzmeister America, Inc. recently re-organized its parts department to allow room for more parts storage onsite. The expansion includes investment in three highly advanced storage and retrieval systems, adding to the two systems purchased in 2005.
Described as one of the driving forces behind Schwing’s continued innovation and success, the company’s Customer Advisory Council met at its corporate headquarters in White Bear Lake, Minnesota, September 10–13.
Putzmeister’s over $1 million investment in a state-of-the-art research and development facility is setting a new standard for equipment in the concrete industry. The research and development facility, located in Aichtal, Germany, ensures every piece of Putzmeister equipment will maintain its strength and reliability for years of heavy use.
“It’s important for us to test our equipment and make sure we are producing the highest quality,” said Karl Schlect, founder of Putzmeister. “We want our customers to trust us and our equipment.”
Construction Forms, Inc. has hired Tim Harmann as a senior inside sales representative.
Tim brings with him over twenty years of product knowledge and customer service in the concrete pumping industry, most recently at Putzmeister America. He is a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and has completed business management courses at Carthage College.
Putzmeister America, Inc. has released a new app to make every customer an expert. The “Putzmeister Experts” app will provide customers with helpful videos and instructions for the company’s products.
In-depth knowledge on the functions of machines, guides for proper setup and operation, tips for maintenance and troubleshooting and information about accessories are all topics covered by the app.
Autocar hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony at its new manufacturing plant in Center Point, Alabama on April 19, 2018. Governor Kay Ivey, Jefferson County commissioner Joe Knight and Center Point mayor Tom Henderson were in attendance at the event, along with Autocar chairman Andrew Taitz and president Jim Johnston.
Putzmeister America, Inc. has hired Justin Fagan as director of product management. In this role, Justin will focus on leveraging his skills and experiences in strategy development, product management and aftermarket services to support Putzmeister’s key initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.
Fagan joins Putzmeister after eight years with Komatsu Mining Corporation, where he held increasingly responsible positions in product management and aftermarket services. He began his career by serving in the U.S. Army as an infantry leader.
Operators will have a better understanding of the Schwing Vector Control system after attending the VEC Seminar October 22–23, 2018. “Vector offers so much for operator productivity, machine diagnostics and data for fleet management,” according to Jeff Popa, Schwing service training manager. “Owners will get the most out of this state-of-the-art system after they send their employees to this seminar.” The seminar will also include using Vector for setup and deployment of the company’s EASy one-sided outriggers using Vector controls.
Putzmeister America, Inc. has received a silver award in the Midwest regional 2018 American Advertising Awards (ADDY). Putzmeister received the award in the Special Event Material category for its beautiful 2017 Holiday greeting card.
Putzmeister’s holiday greeting card reimagined the classic song, Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree by Brenda Lee, to include the Putzmeister 39Z-meter truck-mounted boom pump and other industry-related lyrics. The lyrics were placed inside a white card that unfolded to resemble a snowflake and included a Putzmeister keychain.
