Industry News

Adam Wallace Announced as SCHWING Midwest Regional Sales Manager

SCHWING America is proud to announce the hiring of Adam Wallace as regional sales manager for the Midwest region, effective October 2021. Adam comes with extensive experience in the concrete industry and has held multiple sales roles with SCHWING America in the past.

“Adam is a welcome return to our sales team and brings great knowledge, understanding and passion for the concrete industry,” said Bill Murray, CEO of SCHWING America.

Ben Pellegrin Announced as Plant Manager for CPE America

Ben Pellegrin will be assuming the role of Plant Manager for CPE America. Ben has over 20 years’ experience in executive and operations management with roles focused on customer service. Ben has a technical background with a special focus on developing people and excellent customer relationships.

Concrete Pumping Holdings Acquires Pioneer Concrete Pumping Service

Concrete Pumping Holdings, Inc. (CPH), a leading provider of concrete pumping services and concrete waste management services in the U.S. and U.K., announced that it has completed the acquisition of Pioneer Concrete Pumping Service, Inc. (Pioneer).

Putzmeister America, Inc. Announces Putzmeister Academy 2022 Schedule

Putzmeister America, Inc. has announced the 2022 schedule for its growing service school program, Putzmeister Academy. This year, the company has once again expanded classes and updated the curriculum to help meet customers’ ever-changing needs.

CIM Announces Pump Donation to the 2022 CIM Auction at World of Concrete

CIM is pleased to announce that a signature item for our annual auction at World of Concrete is a truck-mounted 38M concrete pump donated by Alliance Concrete Pumps, NORCAL Kenworth and Kenworth Truck Company. 

Schwing America Promotes Tom Jaeger to Service Manager

Schwing America is pleased to announce the promotion of Tom Jaeger from service specialist to service manager, effective June 1, 2021. Tom brings extensive experience in customer service, solutions and communications to his position, along with several years of experience with Schwing America.

Fritz-Pak Launches Online Store

Fritz-Pak Slick-Pak is now available for purchase through the company’s recently launched online store. The store is designed to make it easier than ever to get needed products. Those who have an established relationship with one of Fritz-Pak’s regional dealers or distributors are recommended to continue ordering with them.

U.S. Representative Steil Tours Putzmeister America, Inc.

Putzmeister America, Inc. recently hosted U.S. Congressman Bryan Steil (R-WI) for a factory tour and employee town hall. Representative Steil had the opportunity to meet with dozens of Putzmeister America employees and see them on the job, both in the office and in the production plant at the Sturtevant, Wisconsin facility.

Tom O’Malley Departs Schwing America; CEO Bill Murray to Assume Interim Management of Sales Role

After more than 24 years, Tom O’Malley has left Schwing America, Inc. (SAI) to take on a significant role at Brundage-Bone Concrete Pumping.

Most recently, Tom O’Malley held the position of director of sales as senior vice president at SAI. He was also a member of SAI’s board of directors. O’Malley is, it is fair to say, a pump man and a Schwing man with heart and soul. He loyally accompanied Schwing through all the ups and downs.

Liebherr USA, Co. Announces New Managing Director

Liebherr welcomes Kai Friedrich as managing director of Liebherr USA, Co. and divisional director of construction equipment.

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