Industry News

Putzmeister America Names Raul Flores West Coast Parts Sales Manager

Putzmeister America, Inc., has hired Raul Flores as its new West Coast parts sales manager, responsible for sales and customer service for the company’s expanding parts business.

New Video Shows One-Sided Outrigger Pumping is EASy

A new Schwing video, narrated by Tom O’Malley, vice-president and general manager–concrete pumps, illustrates the Schwing EASy system of one-sided outrigger operation. Using aerial video and close-ups of the Vector control panel, viewers will see how the EASy system provides precise instructions to the operator.

Pump Company Paints Truck Pink to Support Breast Cancer Awareness

Modern Concrete Pumping, Inc., Pink Concrete Pump, Breast Cancer Awareness

Newington, CT, - Modern Concrete Pumping, Inc. recently bought a new pink concrete pump.  For every yard of concrete the new pink truck pumps a percentage will be donated to Breast Cancer research in honor of a Newington Teacher who is fighting Breast Cancer.

Construction Forms Inc. Hires Stefan Harbig as CEO of Esser-Werke

Construction Forms Inc. has announced the hiring of Stefan Harbig as the new CEO of Esser-Werke GmbH in Warstein, Germany. Harbig joins Esser from Richter Chemie-Technik GmbH, where he was managing director. Harbig brings with him 20 years of engineering, sales and commercial leadership skills, along with his master’s degree in industrial engineering.

Putzmeister America, Inc. Hires Tom Hagen as Used Equipment Manager

Putzmeister America, Inc. has hired Tom Hagen as its used equipment manger, responsible for inventory and production management, and for working directly with customers on their orders.

Schwing America’s Tom Oury Is CFA Associate Member of the Year

The Concrete Foundations Association (CFA) announced the 2015 award recipients at the CFA Convention 2015 in Williamsburg, Virginia, on July 24, 2015. Awards included Associate Member of the Year, bestowed upon Tom Oury, Schwing central regional manager.

Putzmeister America, Inc. Promotes Dave Wright to Truck-Mounted Concrete Pump Product Manager

Putzmeister America, Inc. has promoted Dave Wright to truck-mounted concrete pump product manager. In his new role, Wright oversees a group of engineers and is responsible for the product planning, engineering and improvements of the truck-mounted line of concrete pumping equipment. Additionally, he works with customers in various markets to help tailor equipment to meet their specific job site and regulatory requirements.

Schwing Warranty Claims Now Online

Customers filing a warranty claim on Schwing concrete equipment can now do it online. “This is a convenience for our customers and allows us to review and provide claim information in a more timely manner,” according to Schwing vice president / general manager of aftermarket parts and service, Glen Grabowski.

Concrete Pump Supply Acquires Pumpco Parts, Hires Terry Holmes

Concrete Pump Supply is pleased to announce the acquisition of Pumpco Parts, and the appointment of Terry Holmes to the CPS family as equipment sales manager. Pumpco Parts customers will receive the advantage of the vast inventory and excellent customer service that CPS is known for.

Largest Continuous Pour Conducted at Sea

Pumpcrete, Toronto, Canada, recorded the largest continuous pour, pumping the next construction phase of a gravity base structure (GBS) that will eventually provide the foundation for an oil well platform in the Atlantic Ocean. The 65,000-cubic-yard pour, conducted over 35 days at one kilometer offshore, is the largest continuous pour of its kind.

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