Millwood acquires Red Express Pallet
Millwood, Inc. acquired its second Texas and 36th location nationwide. Millwood Co-owners and Partners Chip Trebilcock and Steve Miller finalized the acquisition on October 3 when they and other sales, operations, and HR management traveled to Red Express Pallet Company in Waco, TX to meet with management and team members who have transitioned to the Millwood family. Upon arrival Trebilcock, Miller, and the other Millwood team members spoke to nearly 20 new Millwood family members and explained who Millwood is and what they can expect now that Millwood owns the business. “Welcome to Millwood. I want to tell you what Millwood stands for, and what we do,” Trebilcock told the group of new family members. “Millwood has a mission statement. That statement is that all who come in contact with Millwood would clearly see the love of Jesus Christ in all we do. That means our customers, our suppliers, and especially our team members.” “Millwood wants to be an organization of opportunities,” Miller told the group of new family members. “We don’t want our team members to come to work and feel like they have to leave their problems at home. We encourage them to bring their problems to work, so we can walk through life together.” Afterward, Millwood provided lunch, passed out T-shirts, backpacks, and other handouts, and then went on a plant tour with James Scherer, Millwood regional operations manager, and two other supervisors. Scherer, who was the previous owner of Austin Pallet – another Texas pallet operation Millwood acquired in August – will act as the plant manager at the Austin and Waco, TX locations for the time being. “Red Express Pallet was an operation my wife and I were looking to acquire prior to Millwood buying Austin Pallet,” Scherer said. “Once we sold Austin Pallet to Millwood and joined the Millwood family, I talked to Chip and Steve about this opportunity, and as a team, we were able to make it happen.” Red Express Pallet is in a prime location on about 11 acres. Over the next six months to one year, the plan is to get the new family there trained and equip them with the necessary resources to become a successful Millwood operation. “We’re very excited about the potential for this operation,” Millwood General Manager Lionel Trebilcock said. “Once we have it up and running at full capacity, we think it could be one of our most productive whitewood locations.” Each new Millwood family member is eligible for all benefits Millwood offers including 401K, medical and life insurance, and much more. “Located only 80 miles from our recent acquisition of Austin Pallet, this new location in Waco will allow us to better serve both our current customers and new opportunities in the Central Texas market,” Executive Director of Sales Lee Evans III said. “We are very excited to see not only the changes that James and the team will make to the facility but also for the opportunities our new team members will have as they integrate into the Millwood family.” Updated signage and other branding will soon don the location at 7314 Bagby Avenue in Waco, TX to help communicate the new name: “Millwood, Inc. Waco Operations.” Millwood has a regional sales manager and customer support manager who live and work in the region. They will work together to increase business at both Texas locations. Millwood is also in the process of hiring a chaplain who will be available for team members at each Texas locations.
PALLITE™ Inc. expansion to meet demand
QUIET Platforms install PALLITE™ PIX™ storage solutions across their warehousing facilities PALLITE™, the award-winning international designer and manufacturer of high-density storage bins, has taken on bigger premises in Milwaukee to facilitate the demand for their honeycomb cardboard pick bin units. Since launching their strong, flexible warehouse storage solutions in the USA twelve months ago and success following MODEX, PALLITE™ has seen huge demand from a growing number of customers, including QUIET Platforms. Over its 13-year operating history, QUIET has become the chosen fulfillment provider to the most successful and progressive digitally native companies seeking to maintain their brand identities. With facilities located in key regions including Boston, St Louis, Chicago, Dallas & LA, working with PALLITE™ they have been able to transform their storage and picking efficiencies. With the installation of PALLITE’s PIX™ SLOTS storage solution, QUIET has reported considerable business benefits including, the reduction in the price per pick location, increased durability compared to previous corrugated bin boxes that would break down and need to be replaced but also, tangible improved ROI. PIX™ has also provided QUIET with the flexibility they needed, scalability, and customization of the pick location dimensions, another major factor provided for by PALLITE™ storage solutions. PALLITE™ PIX™ and PIX™ SLOTS is a range of lightweight, flexible, and robust storage units constructed from honeycomb paper cardboard. Designed to flex to the ever-changing demands of the modern warehouse, this innovative range of modular storage bins can be produced to each customer’s inventory requirements. PIX™ units maximize every inch of warehouse space, revolutionizing picking efficiencies, improving pick accuracy as well as helping businesses fulfill their sustainability goals. Recent innovations to the range include rearward angled shelving to further alleviate stock spilling from pick faces. Rigid shelf edges with space for labels and bar codes are included for easy integration into existing pick systems.
Millwood acquires Southworth Wood Products
The acquisition is Millwood’s second Waverly, OH location Millwood, Inc. acquired its second location in Southern Ohio and 35th location nationwide. Millwood Co-owners and Partners Chip Trebilcock and Steve Miller finalized the acquisition on September 1. This new location sits on 51 acres and will be referred to as MillTree East: A Millwood, Inc. Company and is just minutes from Millwood’s original MillTree West location in Waverly, OH. MillTree East is a circle mill that is currently cutting material that is resized with band saws for pallet material. Custom crates and pallets are also built at this new location. “This mill here allows us to do more custom lengths than our original Waverly scragg mill,” Millwood General Manager Lionel Trebilcock said. “This acquisition will allow for growth for the company and the team members working at our MillTree operations.” Railroad ties are also being cut at this new Millwood location. “When pallets or cut stock is down a little bit, we can switch gears and cut these ties,” Trebilcock said. “This is a new product that we’ve never done before.” Millwood’s mission is that all who come in contact with Millwood would clearly see the love of Christ in all we do and is at the top of our acquisition checklist. “The Southworth Wood Products acquisition just made sense. It fits with our mission and is just minutes away from our MillTree West location,” Trebilcock said. The two MillTree locations will work in tandem to meet the needs of our customer base in this region.” The team at this new location all have transitioned into the Millwood family and will work hand-in-hand with the MillTree West location to meet the demands of our customers in this area of Ohio. “Located only three miles from our existing sawmill and pallet operation in Waverly, acquiring Southworth presented a unique opportunity for us to not only increase our capacity but also our product offerings to our customers in Central and Southern Ohio,” Sales Director Lee Evans III said. Rich Clark, who now works as a district manager, will oversee the operational and chaplaincy responsibilities for both MillTree locations. “The team and I at MillTree West are very excited to work with and help develop and grow the MillTree East team,” Clark said.
Episode 334: Baker Industrial at MODEX 2022
Live from MODEX 2022, Joe Rooney, Executive Vice President at Baker Industrial Supply & Anchor Manufacturing, joins The New Warehouse podcast to discuss the racking industry. Baker Industrial is a storage solution provider and material handling integrator specializing in installing pallet racking. In this episode, Joe and Kevin discuss warehousing trends and some of the worst conditions of pallet racking they have seen throughout their careers. Key Takeaways Joe refers to the pandemic as a catalyst for warehouse spending. With the challenges brought forth by the changes in eCommerce and spikes in demand, warehouse space and investing in supply chains moved to the front of the pack. He sees many warehouses going to narrow aisles and going higher to get the most out of their warehouse space. Joe shares some of the racking conditions that have scared him over the years, but he explains what bothers him is when a customer buys an application that doesn’t fit their needs. Joe explains how everything from frame, profile, and capacity matter when selecting the right product, and not fully understanding the customer requirements can create an unsafe situation. To avoid this scenario, Baker Industrial asks their customers many questions to ensure they provide the ideal solution because not every beam and frame is identical. Founded in 2004 as a traditional installation company, Baker Industrial evolved into a complete system integrator. Baker Industrial felt there was an opportunity to be a trusted and valued partner for rack installation. Joe explains how the quality of relationships with their customers and understanding each other’s “whys” helps to build trust. The New Warehouse Podcast EP 334: Baker Industrial at MODEX 2022
RMH Systems acquires DAK Solutions
In a letter to clients, DAK Solutions Dave Kenealy shared acquisition news, “I am pleased to share that RMH Systems acquired DAK Solutions on August 29th, 2022.” Kenealy stated, “For 28 years, DAK’s mission has been to provide our customers with the best possible service and solutions. This guiding principle fostered opportunities to design and install material handling projects in 45 states, Canada, and Mexico. It has been the key to our success and this principle will continue with RMH Systems. I have gotten to know the owners of RMH Systems over many years, and trust they will help grow DAK Solutions and sustain the great service you have been accustomed to with DAK. Their commitment to customers, strong core values and culture, industry expertise, and high-level project execution reflect what we have built at DAK over the last three decades.” he added. For 60 years RMH has been headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, and expanded with locations in Minneapolis, Omaha, and Kansas City. RMH Systems, a third-generation, family-owned company, is the Midwest’s material handling, packaging, and robotics systems integrator, a true turnkey and one-stop-shop solutions provider. RMH Systems is a larger organization that will bring additional engineering capabilities and a broader product portfolio to the DAK Solutions customer base; including systems engineering, robotics, packaging, cranes, scales, and much more! “The DAK Solutions Team would like to thank you for your continued business and assure you, that your current point of contact at DAK will not change. We will continue to provide the high caliber of service and solutions you have come to expect from us. We look forward to introducing you to RMH Systems and its enhanced capabilities over the next few months,” said Dave Kenealy. Chad Howard, a member of the ownership family, will move to Chicago to be the General Manager for DAK Solutions. I plan on staying aboard to contribute in a sales and engineering capacity for the foreseeable future.
Nanjing Kingmore Logistics Equipment Manufacturing Co.,Ltd.
Steve Green to retire from Tubelite
Tubelite Inc.‘s Steve Green will retire as Vice President of Sales in March 2023 at the end of the company’s fiscal year. A search is underway and a successor will be announced in the coming months. Green has been a key part of Tubelite’s leadership team for more than 32 years, and his colleagues attribute much of the company’s success to his contributions. In his current role, Green oversees the sales and client service teams for Tubelite, as well as for two additional Apogee Enterprises businesses, Alumicor and Linetec. During his time with Tubelite, Green’s influence has extended well beyond the sales department. In 1990, he started with the company as a sales representative serving the Southeast. He subsequently held various titles, including owner and president, playing an integral part in strategic planning and business development. Tubelite’s president Jon Close remarked, “It is with mixed emotions I share Steve’s announcement to retire from his role as vice president of sales. This is a decision Steve has been considering for some time. After careful deliberation, he decided this is the right time for him to retire. While I am excited for Steve to enjoy his well-deserved retirement, I will greatly miss him and his wealth of Tubelite and industry knowledge.” “Steve hired me as Tubelite’s client services manager in 2006 and we have had a close working relationship ever since,” expressed Mary Avery, Tubelite’s vice president of marketing. “It has been incredible learning from his years of experience in the industry and being on the leadership team with him as the business substantially grew.” Walt Lutzke, another long-term key associate of Tubelite commented, “Steve’s commitment to Tubelite started in the worst of times and has lasted through the best of times. I have no doubt that the company’s current size and strength are a direct result of his leadership and effort. It’s been my privilege to work with Steve over that time.” Syracuse Glass’ prior president John Dwyer, representing one of many companies to have a long and successful relationship with Green and Tubelite, shared his congratulations and said, “Wow, What a remarkable career! You and the fantastic Tubelite team members have built an extraordinary organization. You all have accomplished so much over the many years we have worked together. It has been a sincere joy for me to witness the Tubelite success story. From all of us at Syracuse Glass, we wish you great things in your well-deserved retirement!” Green responded with gratitude for the many compliments and good wishes. He added, “I look forward to spending more time with family. We welcomed our first grandchild two months ago and our five children live in five different states. I also look forward to volunteering in our new home state of Florida.”
Episode 317: Hannibal at MODEX 2022
On this week’s episode of The New Warehouse, Eric Andres of Hannibal Industries (Nucor Warehouse Systems) joins Kevin to discuss optimizing warehouse space. Hannibal is one of the largest racking manufacturers in the United States. Over the last several years, Hannibal has also grown on the integration side of the business, completing over $1 billion in full turnkey pallet racking packages. Hannibal was acquired in late 2021 by Nucor Warehouse Systems, one of the largest steel makers in the United States and one of the largest recyclers. The acquisition is a logical fit given Nucor’s investments in downstream businesses that consume steel, allowing Hannibal to continue to grow its turnkey model, specifically within warehousing. Be sure to tune in as Kevin and Eric discuss the recent acquisition and trends in warehouse design and racking solutions. Key Takeaways Eric explains they are bullish on the warehouse space because the e-commerce boom will not end anytime soon. Hannibal’s team of designers and engineers, along with their access to many products enable them to provide various solutions to maximize and optimize warehouse space and build something that works best for their customers. Eric says their customers see labor as a significant challenge in warehouses. The more companies can optimize the layout of their warehouses, the more productive and efficient operations will be. Kevin and Eric discuss the challenge of finding affordable warehouse space in today’s market. Smaller companies must find innovative ways to utilize space more efficiently to compete against the Amazons of the world. Nucor is looking at the warehouse as an entire building system, incorporating those annoying columns into the design, better utilization of space near the joists, and incorporating the racking more structurally. One trend Eric sees with warehouse construction is bringing in the racking design earlier in the process. Having a seat at the table early on ensures the racking and the building are designed in a way that makes the most sense to maximize space and drive efficiency within that building. As robots and automation become more commonplace in warehouses, the design of the warehouse should incorporate future automation or at least allow the flexibility to add automation down the road without having to reconfigure the entire warehouse. Companies experiencing growth or looking to automate often look to add more racking, but that might not be the best solution. Eric advises working with a company like Hannibal to look at the entire building system to design a racking configuration that is safe, efficient, and maximizes space. The New Warehouse Podcast EP 317: Hannibal Industries at MODEX 2022
SupplyOne Packaging Management Program promises savings guaranteed in writing
SupplyOne’s Packaging Management Program provides a roadmap to enhanced efficiency, sustainability, and cash flow SupplyOne, Inc., an independent supplier of custom corrugated and other value-added packaging products, equipment, and services in the U.S., highlights its Packaging Management Program. The Packaging Management Program, or PMP, simplifies the complexities associated with packaging ownership to reduce the total cost of packaging and contribute to more sustainable operations. The PMP has the unique distinction of guaranteeing the customer’s savings in writing. Every Packaging Management Program begins with an assessment. Packaging Specialists employ a proprietary process to analyze spending, evaluate opportunities to optimize existing packaging, and assess the full scope of the customer’s packaging-related operations. The findings from the assessment provide customers with a 360-degree view of their packaging expenses and plan to realize direct, indirect, and inventory-related cost savings. The approach successfully uncovers hidden costs, waste, and non-value-adding activities that consume valuable resources and inflate the total cost of packaging ownership. End-to-End Solutions for a Streamlined Supply Chain SupplyOne’s operating platform includes custom manufacturing capabilities, relationships with over 3000 suppliers, best-in-class packaging equipment and automation, and a suite of complementary services spanning every aspect of packaging ownership. These capabilities allow Packaging Specialists to provide objective guidance and a comprehensive program PMP tailored to the unique needs and objectives of each customer. Savings Guaranteed in Writing and Path to Additional Improvements The PMP approach is unlike anything in the industry because SupplyOne guarantees savings in writing. SupplyOne provides customers with a plan to optimize their packaging operations. The recommendations align with each customer’s unique objectives and result in direct, indirect, and inventory-related savings. Then, working in close partnership, SupplyOne implements the plan while the customer stays in control through quarterly reviews detailing savings, enhanced efficiencies, and working capital improvements. The customer will receive a check for the difference if anticipated savings aren’t achieved. In addition to the savings guarantee, customers benefit from enhanced efficiencies and resource utilization, improved operational sustainability, and cash flow.
PLA announces opening of Houston pallet management facility
The new location further expands PLA’s nationwide pallet, logistics, and supply chain services capabilities PLA, a portfolio company of Silver Oak Services Partners, LLC (“Silver Oak”), has announced the opening of its newest pallet services facility in Houston, Texas. The addition of this facility brings PLA’s total number of facilities to 76. The new location is centrally located to bring new and recycled pallet supply, transportation, and other supply chain services to customers throughout the greater Houston metro area. Conveniently located just off I-45 and the Sam Houston Tollway, this location will serve PLA’s supply chain customers across a 150-mile radius, overlapping service areas with the company’s San Antonio and Dallas facilities. The nearly 23,000 square foot facility on over eight acres will feature 10 dock doors and process over 3 million pallets annually. The facility has also been equipped with state-of-the-art automated sort and repair equipment which supports PLA’s key focus areas of employee health and safety, customer service, and environmental sustainability. “We’re proud to continue expanding our nationwide footprint to better serve our loyal customers,” said Kyle Otting, PLA’s CEO. “We have had a long history serving customers in the Houston market from our other Texas operations, so adding a facility in Houston was a natural fit for PLA as we expand our extensive supply chain services network and help our customers stay on top of it all.” The Houston facility will bring at least 35 new jobs to the area and is located at 112221 N. Houston Rosslyn Road, Houston, TX, 77086.
Apex Companies
Columbia/Okura LLC
Engineering Handling, Inc. joins Apex Material Handling & Storage Companies
Apex Companies, headquartered in Oak Brook, IL, has announced that Engineered Handling, Inc, a storage and warehouse equipment supplier based in Charlotte, NC will join the Apex family of companies to support growing customer demand in the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast states. The combined company—operating under Apex Warehouse Systems—unites the talents and capabilities of Engineered Handling’s existing staff with the sales, design, engineering, automation, and rack repair services of Apex Companies. Apex Companies is a full-service storage and material handling equipment provider – from individual pallet rack systems, forklifts, and lift equipment to full-scale warehouse design, integration, and automation; Apex offers customers one-stop-shop expertise. The team from Engineered Handling has built a reputation as a premier material handling systems integrator offering warehouse design, engineering, installation, and training services to clients throughout the Mid-Atlantic and Southern states. In addition, they maintain a sales and stocking facility in Hickory, NC, and a sales office in Greenville, SC. These locations will join the existing Apex offices in Oak Brook, IL, West Chicago, IL, Aurora, IL, and Denver, CO. All Engineered Handling employees will be joining Apex. “We have known and worked with the Apex team for many years and have appreciated their high level of expertise and customer service. We look forward to becoming a part of the Apex family and continuing to grow the combined company in the future, said Jerry Welsh, president of Engineered Handling, who will join the Apex team. With its extensive footprint in the automotive parts and tool crib market, Engineered Handling expands Apex’s capability into this valuable sector. Additionally, the acquisition blends two active business units dedicated to used and overstock racking to expand the supply and affordability for customers throughout the U.S. The addition of Engineered Handling, coupled with last year’s acquisition of Alpine Equipment Co. of Denver, gives Apex a coast-to-coast footprint that will help propel the company’s national growth plans. “Apex’s acquisition of Engineered Handling is a testimony to our plans to make Apex a truly nationwide company. The Mid-Atlantic and Southeast states are areas of tremendous growth in the warehouse and logistics market. We look forward to adding our capabilities to those of Engineered Handling to serve customers in this growing market,” noted Peter DeHaan, Principal, Apex Warehouse Systems. The merger was concluded on August 15, 2022.
Abel Womack Integrated Handling Solutions
Polymer Solutions International introduces new Hygienic GMA Pallet
The new ProGenic® GMA+ is NSF approved/Certified, FDA compliant, and offers non-halogen FM approval Polymer Solutions International (PSI®), a global supplier of material handling products, has released its newly designed ProGenic® GMA+ plastic pallet. The ProGenic® series has established itself as the market-leading solution for one-piece hygienic and washable plastic pallets for over two decades. After years of direct work with customers in numerous industries and distribution networks, this powerful addition expands the series’ size offerings with a solution that many have been asking for. As the only one-piece, non-halogenic, FM Approved, FDA CFR-21 compliant, and NSF-approved offering in the market, the innovative ProGenic® series has become the standard for safe handling in food, pharmaceutical, and clean room environments. The ProGenic® GMA+ is available in two sizes – 40x48x5.62” and 1000mm x 1200mm x140mm (metric) which places it between the ProGenic® Standard Duty and ProGenic® Heavy Duty versions of the pallet. The ProGenic® GMA+ comes with a standard weight of 41 lbs., fits 540, 40×48 pallets per truck load (53’) while the 1000mm x 1200mm size can ship 7% more, or 576 pallets per truck load (53’). Ryan Overcash, Director of Sales, Polymer Solutions, said, “Food recalls from bacterial contact is a costly issue today, so top food producers care about how their finished goods are distributed to retailers. Supply chain and distribution safety are paramount for our customers and the goods they are transporting. Our new ProGenic® GMA+ pallets are the latest in PSI’s market-leading hygienic pallet product line.” GMA-sized pallets account for a significant share of the pallet marketplace. The ProGenic® GMA+ was made to work seamlessly in high capacity and high-speed automated systems, providing consistent performance vs. wood. The ProGenic® GMA+ plastic pallet is sturdy and remains more consistent in weight, dimensions, and cleanliness over time, as opposed to most wood pallets. The GMA+ pallet is system-ready for automation, which is important as warehouses continue to adopt a variety of automated stacking and retrieval systems. Serving diverse industry verticals, PSI® offers products at a range of different price points, with specialized features to suit the specific needs of our client base.
Hannibal becomes Nucor Warehouse Systems
Nucor Warehouse Systems combines the legacy and expertise of Hannibal and Elite Storage Solutions material handling companies with the breadth and depth of Nucor Corporation. In order to best serve the company’s existing customer base, the shift to the new branding will be gradual over the rest of 2022. Nucor is North America’s most diversified steel products company. Nucor has more than 30,000 teammates across 300 locations with a family of companies offering a full range of products and services. Nucor Warehouse Systems offers everything necessary to build a warehouse from end to end. Utilizing support from Nucor businesses including insulated panels, overhead doors, metal buildings, and mezzanines, we are extending Nucor’s diverse offering and sourcing power to our customers. These resources, coupled with existing design, project management, permitting, engineering, contracting, and installation services allow Nucor Warehouse Systems to provide support at every step. “Nucor Warehouse Systems may be a new name, but we are proud to be the same people that have worked together on well above $1B in integration projects built across North America,” said Dave Olmsted, vice president and general manager at Nucor Warehouse Systems. “We believe that by connecting the companies’ material handling expertise with broader Nucor resources, Nucor Warehouse Systems is ready to take on tomorrow’s challenges and truly respond to customer needs. We thank every loyal customer that has grown to know and trust us, and we look forward to supporting your business in the future.”
Krause Installation LLC
Conesco Storage Systems, Inc.
EP 294: Steel King at MODEX 2022
Live from MODEX 2022, I sit down with John Clark from Steel King Industries for this week’s episode of The New Warehouse. We discuss everything from what customers are asking for most to seismic activity’s role in pallet rack design. Steel King manufactures steel-based pallet racking and related storage solutions, including dynamic racking, pseudo automated solutions, wire mesh racks, containers, safety materials, and more. Key Takeaways Pallet racking has evolved over the years to accommodate smaller case and tote storage and pick zones for conveyors and other forms of automation. Racking solutions will continue to combine or integrate with automation, including interfacing or integrating with conveyor solutions. The pandemic exposed the weaknesses of the supply chain, which means that companies are rethinking practices like Just in Time (JIT) inventory to have safety stock on hand. With the right racking solution, facilities can maximize storage space, allowing growth and improving capabilities. The flexibility to accommodate new technology and navigate through various supply chain disruptions are now top of mind for many in the industry. Rather than being seen as just a place to store things, racks are becoming part of an overall solution that includes people, processes, and technology. The flow of materials through the warehouse needs to be taken into account for today’s business needs and future business needs when designing a racking solution. The New Warehouse Podcast EP 294: Steel King at MODEX 2022
Steel King announces succession plan as President Jay Anderson to step down
VP of Supply Chain Brian Pfannes to lead the Company beginning January 2023 Steel King Industries, a manufacturer of storage rack and material handling products has announced that company president Jay Anderson will be stepping down from his role at the company. Brian Pfannes, the company’s Vice President of Supply Chain and Platform Products, will be named president of Steel King in January 2023, with Anderson supporting the transition process during the second half of the year. Anderson has spent 38 years at Steel King, the company his father Fred Anderson founded in 1970. Jay Anderson was named VP/GM in 1999, and then president in 2001. Pfannes will be only the 4th Steel King president since the company’s founding. Anderson’s leadership successfully helped expand the company’s product portfolio along with driving industry-leading manufacturing innovation resulting in 369% growth over the period. In his time at Steel King, Jay Anderson has seen it all. From labor challenges to supply chain disruptions, steel inflation, and economic downturns to introducing new technology that revolutionized how the company manufactured its products. “I have viewed it as my greatest responsibility to build a team of high-quality people at Steel King,” said Anderson. “A great benefit of our team-building philosophy is having people able to step up into positions of greater responsibility as we grow and evolve. Brian is the right person to take the reins at Steel King to continue our investment in providing long-term value and stability to our customers.” Pfannes holds an MBA from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and a BS in Business Management from the University of Wisconsin-River Falls. He began his career in Sales at Walters Buildings and Metal Forms Corporation. He joined Steel King in 2012, where he has been Director of Purchasing and Vice President of Supply Chain, and has been a member of the Executive Leadership team since 2019. “At our core, Steel King is about creating engineered, customer-centric, value-based solutions that deliver tangible benefits for our customers, and partners,” said Pfannes. “It will be a great privilege to lead Steel King as only its 4th President in the company’s 50-year history. Over the past four years, I’ve had the great pleasure of being directly mentored by Jay. His strong customer advocacy and steady leadership during unstable times have helped prepare us to compete and win in the future. I’m excited about this next chapter in my career and for the opportunity to continue Steel King’s legacy of building a resilient ‘Built to Deliver’ Supply Chain for our customers. Pfannes has already begun meeting with Steel King customers, dealers, and integrators across the country and will continue over the summer and fall and into 2023. For the balance of 2022 Anderson will help Pfannes transition into his new role, and after this year will be an ‘as-needed’ resource. “I hope to attend industry events and otherwise assist Steel King from the sidelines if called upon,” Anderson concluded. “Steel King is deep within my DNA, and I will always be emotionally vested in and proud of the company’s success.”