Industry News

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.

ASCC Safety Manual and Safety Management Plan Revised

ST. LOUIS, MO  July 23 --Two documents from the American Society of Concrete Contractors, the Safety Manual and the Safety Management Plan, have been newly revised and updated to reflect changes in OSHA regulations and the concrete construction industry. These programs were written by concrete contractors, for concrete contractors, with the goal of helping the industry as a whole.

Putzmeister America, Inc. Announces Free Extended Warranty on All Mack Chassis

Putzmeister America, Inc. is offering a free extended warranty on all Mack chassis for domestic truck-mounted boom pumps or Telebelts®. In addition to the standard warranty on both 11-liter and 13-liter engines, the extended warranty offers additional coverage for a total of 60 months or 250,000 miles under unlimited hours of operation.

Putzmeister America, Inc. Adds New Personnel to Houston Facility

Putzmeister America, Inc. has announced a few key personnel additions to its new Houston, Texas location. Putzmeister has hired Mike Hall as a product manager and Scott Blaise as a parts sales manager.

Most recently working 25 years for Continental Mixers, Hall joins Putzmeister with more than 30 years of industry experience. In his new role, Hall will be responsible for customer service and relations; product design and performance improvements; improving the manufacturing process at the Monterrey, Mexico plant; and establishing an assembly process at the Houston facility.

Putzmeister America, Inc. Welcomes Peter Mendel as Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer

Putzmeister America, Inc. has announced the addition of Peter Mendel as Putzmeister’s senior vice president and chief operating officer. Mendel will be responsible for Putzmeister’s operational activities, which include Putzmeister America and its subsidiaries Putzmeister Brazil and Putzmeister Mexico. Mendel joins the team with experience and expertise in operations, engineering, manufacturing and quality in industries located in the U.S., Germany and Mexico.

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