Company to present technical workshop on reliable, leak-free sealing solutions
PITTSBURGH, March 18, 2019 – ERIKS North America will exhibit a full line of solutions for the refining industry at booth #403 during the Plant Maintenance, Inspection and Engineering Society’s (PMIES) 2019 Expo & Conference. The event will take place on March 21, at the Pasadena Convention Center in Pasadena, Texas. ERIKS North America also will present a technical seminar, titled “Reliable Leak-Free Sealing of Heat Exchangers and Pipe Flanges.”
From conveying systems to gasket and sealing solutions to industrial and hydraulic hoses, ERIKS North America is a leading supplier of industrial products, as well as value-added solutions and services for the refining industry. With a team of experienced professionals, ERIKS North America specializes in helping plants optimize efficiency, improve safety, and reduce maintenance costs though the leak-free sealing of pipe flanges and heat exchangers, regardless of the number of plant startups, shutdowns, or plant upsets.
“Reliable Leak-Free Sealing of Heat Exchangers and Pipe Flanges” is a technical workshop that will be presented by David Clover, Gasket Product Specialist for ERIKS North America, beginning at 3:30 pm, in Room A. The hour-long seminar will explore the ERRIC Sealing System—a heat exchange protocol that has been used in tens of thousands of heat exchangers around the world for more than 15 years with leak-free results. Clover will discuss the root causes of flange leakage, as well as the simple engineering principals, materials, and procedural changes that will result in leak-free performance.
Participants will gain valuable insight, tools, and resources that will empower them to quickly incorporate these vital improvements into their facilities. In addition, attendees will receive a comprehensive Flange Assembly Procedure guide to assist them in incorporating these proven practices.
For more information on ERIKS’ full line of solutions for the refining industry, stop by booth #403 or visit www.ERIKSNA.com.
About ERIKS North America
ERIKS (www.ERIKS.com) has been a leading international industrial service provider since 1940. ERIKS North America offers a wide range of innovative, high-quality mechanical engineering components and associated technical and logistical services from 140 locations across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. We provide the highest quality product standards in the industry, along with the peace of mind knowing that our products and fabrication are consistent, location-to-location, across our extensive footprint. From agriculture to power generation and from oil and gas to food and beverage, ERIKS North America provides a local presence and infinite possibilities, backed by ERIKS’ worldwide network of resources and know-how with over 300 locations in 20 countries. For more information, please visit www.ERIKSNA.com.
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PITTSBURGH, January 31, 2019 – ERIKS North America will display a full line of products and services for the grain handling industry at booth #1227 during the Grain Elevator and Processing Society (GEAPS) Exchange 2019 tradeshow. The event will take place from March 9–12, at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans.
As a leading supplier of material handling equipment and replacement parts, ERIKS North America is a one-stop-shop for companies involved in the grain, feed, milling, seed, food, and industrial markets. Through partnerships with well-known, respected brands, ERIKS North America offers a wide variety of products including grain belts, buckets, elevators, pulleys, idlers, screw conveyors, cleaners, bearing motors, wear and abrasion lining products, inspection doors, industrial and hydraulic hoses, and gasket and sealing products. In addition, ERIKS North America offers a complete line of safety products that are focused on fall protection and gas leak detection.
Ken Hoefler, Account Manager for ERIKS North America, believes his company’s vast product catalog is just as important as its trusted service offerings.
“At ERIKS North America, we not only offer thousands of products, but we also understand our customers’ businesses and unique needs,” Hoefler says. “With decades of experience in the grain handling industry, we have an experienced team of solution-oriented specialists that work with our customers to identify challenges, troubleshoot problems, and recommend customized solutions to ultimately help improve their facility’s efficiency and bottom line.”
For more information on ERIKS’ full line of solutions for the grain handling industry, stop by booth #1227 or visit www.ERIKSNA.com and browse our offerings for the grain industry at grain.ERIKSNA.com.
About ERIKS North America
ERIKS (www.ERIKS.com) has been a leading international industrial service provider since 1940. ERIKS North America offers a wide range of innovative, high-quality mechanical engineering components and associated technical and logistical services from 140 locations across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. We provide the highest quality product standards in the industry, along with the peace of mind knowing that our products and fabrication are consistent, location-to-location, across our extensive footprint. From agriculture to power generation and from oil and gas to food and beverage, ERIKS North America provides a local presence and infinite possibilities, backed by ERIKS’ worldwide network of resources and know-how with over 300 locations in 20 countries. For more information, please visit www.ERIKSNA.com.
PITTSBURGH, October 17, 2018 – ERIKS North America, a leading industrial service provider, today announced the appointment of Mr. Shawn Courtney as its new President and Chief Executive Officer, effective November 1, 2018.
“I’m honored to continue my career at ERIKS North America and I look forward to leveraging my 30 plus years in the industrial service industry to lead the company forward,” Mr. Courtney said. “It’s an exciting time at ERIKS North America, as we continue to strategically position ourselves as a multi-product specialist company serving a wide breadth of industries through innovative product technologies and our extensive service capabilities.”
Mr. Courtney is currently Regional Product Director of ERIKS North America and also is President of ERIKS Seals and Plastics. Since 1992, Mr. Courtney has served in multiple roles, including Sales Manager, General Manager, and President of companies within ERIKS Seals and Plastics in North America. Mr. Courtney earned a Bachelor of Arts in Marketing from the University of Northern Iowa, as well as a Master of Business Administration from Baylor University.
For more information on ERIKS North America, as well as its extensive product and service offerings, visit www.ERIKSNA.com.
Company to host open house on July 26
PITTSBURGH, July 23, 2018 — ERIKS North America announced the opening of a new metal gasket and fastener fabrication shop at its 40,000-square-foot Chicago Service Center in Sauk Village, Illinois. The company also planned an open house at the location from 10 am–2 pm, on Thursday, July 26.
Located 30 miles south of Chicago, the facility features state-of-the-art equipment, as well as an experienced team of in-house fabricators and technical specialists, enabling ERIKS North America to better serve the refining, chemical, and other industries in the Midwest. The full-service gasket and fastener shop offers a range of spiral-wound gaskets; along with fabricated double jacketed, corrugated metal, and camprofile gaskets; as well as standard and custom fasteners; and specialty OEM cut parts.
Eric Rosenbrock, gasket product specialist, ERIKS North America, says the new shop will provide a number of benefits to customers who are looking for a local partner.
“ERIKS North America has experienced tremendous growth in the refinery, chemical, and other industries in recent years,” Rosenbrock says. “Our products, processes, and services have provided leak-free results in tens of thousands of applications around the world for more than 15 years. Our goal is to reduce customers’ total cost of ownership through longer service life, as well as reduced maintenance costs and fines for pipe-flange emissions.”
Engineers and allied professionals who work in the refinery, chemical, and other industries are welcome to attend an open house at ERIKS North America’s Chicago Service Center from 10 am–2 pm, on Thursday, July 26. Attendees will have opportunities to explore the company’s capabilities, tour the shop, talk with product and technical specialists, and see live demonstrations.
To RSVP for the open house, call Angel Hawkins at 708-758-2931. For more information on ERIKS North America, as well as its extensive product and service offerings, visit www.ERIKSNA.com.
About ERIKS North America
ERIKS (www.ERIKS.com) has been a leading international industrial service provider since 1940. ERIKS North America offers a wide range of innovative, high-quality mechanical engineering components and associated technical and logistical services from 140 locations across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. We provide the highest quality product standards in the industry, along with the peace of mind knowing that our products and fabrication are consistent, location-to-location, across our extensive footprint. From agriculture to power generation and from oil and gas to food and beverage, ERIKS North America provides a local presence and infinite possibilities, backed by ERIKS’ worldwide network of resources and know-how with over 300 locations in 20 countries. For more information, please visit www.ERIKSNA.com.
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PITTSBURGH, June 1, 2018 — ERIKS North America-owned companies Lewis-Goetz, EVCO House of Hose, and Valley Rubber & Gasket, announced that they are rebranding as ERIKS, effective June 1, 2018.
Ben Mondics, President and CEO of ERIKS North America, said the three companies are rebranding as part of a strategic initiative to better serve existing and potential customers in an array of industries.
“Independently, Lewis-Goetz, EVCO House of Hose, and Valley Rubber & Gasket have been trusted as reliable sources for certain products, with rich histories in different areas of the country, totaling 59 locations,” Mondics said. “Over the years, these various acquisitions have contributed to ERIKS North America’s growth and reputation as a leading industrial service provider. Today marks a new day for our entire company as we combine our core strengths, expand our offerings, and unite as ERIKS in North America.”
The rebranding initiative reinforces ERIKS North America’s commitment to providing a full range of industrial products and engineered solutions, while delivering unparalleled customer service to OEM and MRO customers. From 140 locations across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, ERIKS North America offers innovative and customizable solutions in a variety of product groups, including industrial and hydraulic hoses, flow control systems, seals and polymers, gaskets, and conveying systems.
For more information on ERIKS North America, as well as its extensive product and service offerings, visit www.ERIKSNA.com.
About ERIKS North America
ERIKS (www.ERIKS.com) has been a leading international industrial service provider since 1940. ERIKS North America offers a wide range of innovative, high-quality mechanical engineering components and associated technical and logistical services from 140 locations across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. We provide the highest quality product standards in the industry, along with the peace of mind knowing that our products and fabrication are consistent, location-to-location, across our extensive footprint. From agriculture to power generation and from oil and gas to food and beverage, ERIKS North America provides a local presence and infinite possibilities, backed by ERIKS’ worldwide network of resources and know-how with over 300 locations in 20 countries. For more information, please visit www.ERIKSNA.com.
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PITTSBURGH, May 14, 2018 – ERIKS North America will exhibit a full offering of proven gasket, sealing and hose technologies and solutions for the refining industry at booth #850 during the American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers’ (AFPM) 2018 Reliability & Maintenance Conference and Exhibition. The conference will take place from May 22–25, at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio.
For more information on ERIKS North America’s complete line of solutions and value-added services for the refining industry, stop by booth #850 or visit www.ERIKSNA.com.
About ERIKS North America
ERIKS (www.ERIKS.com) has been a leading international industrial service provider since 1940. ERIKS North America offers a wide range of innovative, high-quality mechanical engineering components and associated technical and logistics services from 140 locations across the United States, Canada and Mexico under four companies—including Lewis-Goetz, Rawson, Industrial Controls, and ERIKS Seals and Plastics. From agriculture to power generation and from oil and gas to petrochemicals, ERIKS North America provides a local presence and infinite possibilities, backed by ERIKS’ worldwide network of resources and know-how from more than 60 companies with locations in 20 countries. For more information, please visit www.ERIKSNA.com.
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PITTSBURGH, PA – October 3, 2017 – ERIKS North America–owned company Lewis-Goetz announced it was named a Platinum Distributor of OPW Engineered System’s loading arm products. In addition, Lewis-Goetz’ service center in Houston was recognized as an OPW factory-authorized repair facility.
OPW Engineered Systems is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of top- and bottom-loading arm products for refineries, chemical plants, and petrochemical facilities, as well as tank truck and railcar terminals.
Eric Hoffman, product business unit leader for Lewis-Goetz, said being named a Platinum Distributor of OPW Engineered Systems is an excellent opportunity for his company to better serve current and future customers.
“By partnering with OPW Engineered Systems, we have access to their extensive line of high-quality loading arm products that are designed to maximize safety and efficiency, while easing any environmental concerns, such as leaks” Hoffman said. “As a complete industrial loading arm solutions provider, our customers can not only benefit from OPW’s trusted products, but also our extensive network of nearly 90 locations across the U.S. and Canada.
“We also are able to offer unparalleled technical support and service to our customers. Our Houston service center is an OPW factory-authorized repair facility, enabling us to provide maintenance services, equipment surveys, and inspections.”
For more information on Lewis-Goetz’ loading arm solutions, as well as related products and services, please visit www.lewis-goetz.com.
About OPW
For 125 years, OPW has led the way in designing and manufacturing world-class retail fueling, fluid handling and car wash system solutions for the safe and efficient handling and distribution of fuels and critical fluids. OPW makes above ground and below ground products for both conventional, vapor recovery and clean energy applications in the retail and commercial markets. Additionally, OPW supplies loading arms, valves and dry-break couplings, tank truck equipment, rail car valves and equipment, and car wash systems. OPW has manufacturing operations in North America, Europe, Latin America and Asia Pacific, with sales offices around the world. OPW is part of the Dover Corporation, which is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange under “DOV”. To learn more about OPW’s 125 years of providing industry-leading solutions, visit our website at www.opwglobal.com.
About Lewis-Goetz, an ERIKS Company
Since 1935, customers have trusted Lewis-Goetz to tailor solutions to meet their mission critical hose, sealing and belting needs. North America’s largest industries rely on the unsurpassed know-how of the company’s long-time tenured specialists to troubleshoot industry challenges and identify problems before they become emergencies. Lewis-Goetz is one of North America’s largest industrial distributors and is the largest company owned by ERIKS North America, which was recently ranked 20th on Modern Distribution Management (MDM) magazine’s 2016 list of Top 40 Industrial Distributors. Visit www.lewis-goetz.com for more information.
For information, contact:
Katie Oswald Clark
724-213-1211
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ERIKS Subsidiary Lewis-Goetz Expands In Food And Beverage Industry
PITTSBURGH, PA – August 29, 2017 –ERIKS North America–owned company Lewis-Goetz recently announced that it expanded its product and service offerings for customers in the North American food and beverage industry.
Lewis-Goetz, which operates under the name ERIKS Industrial Services in Canada, offers a variety of gasket and sealing products, industrial and hydraulic hoses, and lightweight conveyor belts and systems that are specialized for dairy, fruit and vegetable, meat, and poultry processing plants.
Ben Mondics, president and CEO of ERIKS North America, said Lewis-Goetz’ has a proven history of delivering material transfer and inventory management solutions to food and beverage companies in the U.S. and Canada.
“Our team of specialists support food and beverage producers with innovative products and customized services that reduce plant downtime and total cost of ownership, while maximizing efficiency and profitability,” Mondics said. “With nearly 90 locations in the U.S. and Canada, we not only guarantee fast delivery times with around-the-clock customer support, we also implement best industry practices, resources, and technologies from 21 countries across the globe.”
“Although our focus was formerly limited to a small range of geographic regions, we were able to document savings of more than $1.1 million in just a few short years in the food and beverage market. As we expand our reach and scope of services, we expect a much larger population of customers to take advantage of our cost-saving products and services.”
To learn more about Lewis-Goetz’ full line of solutions and services for the food and beverage industry, visit www.lewis-goetz.com and download a brochure.
About Lewis-Goetz, an ERIKS Company Since 1935, customers have trusted Lewis-Goetz to tailor solutions to meet their mission critical hose, sealing and belting needs. North America’s largest industries rely on the unsurpassed know-how of the company’s long-time tenured specialists to troubleshoot industry challenges and identify problems before they become emergencies. Lewis-Goetz is one of North America’s largest industrial distributors and is the largest company owned by ERIKS North America, which was recently ranked 20th on Modern Distribution Management (MDM) magazine’s 2016 list of Top 40 Industrial Distributors. Visit www.lewis-goetz.com for more information.
For information, contact:
Katie Oswald Clark
724-213-1211
Email
PITTSBURGH, PA – July 24, 2017 – ERIKS North America was recently ranked No. 20 on Modern Distribution Management’s (MDM) 2017 Top Industrial Distributors list and No. 3 on the Top Hose & Accessories list. The MDM Market Leaders lists identify the top distributors by revenue across 15 distribution sectors. Ben Mondics, President and CEO of ERIKS North America, said it’s an honor to once again be represented in MDM’s annual rankings.
“I speak for the entire ERIKS North America family when I say we take great pride in being recognized by Modern Distribution Management as one of the top industrial distributors year after year, Mondics added. “This achievement would not be possible without the dedication of every one of our associates. Their hard work allows us to consistently provide our customers with peace of mind through high-quality, trusted products; dependable services; and technical support from our specialists. MDM’s annual Market Leaders lists were released in conjunction with the 2017 Distribution Trends Special Issue, which outlines distribution industry trends based on interviews with dozens of wholesaler-distributors, industry experts, and manufacturers, as well as the results from reader surveys.
Data to determine placement on the Market Leaders lists was collected from the companies, public filings, and news releases. For companies that did not provide their data, MDM estimated rankings based on past reported revenues, average revenue increases within the sectors, data from economic reports, and conversations with industry experts.
For more information on ERIKS North America, please visit www.ERIKSNA.com. To view all the 2017 MDM Market Leaders, visit www.MDM.com/marketleaders.
About ERIKS North America
ERIKS (www.ERIKS.com) has been a leading international industrial service provider since 1940. ERIKS North America offers a wide range of innovative, high-quality mechanical engineering components and associated technical and logistics services from 140 locations across the United States, Canada and Mexico under four companies—including Lewis-Goetz, Rawson, Industrial Controls, and ERIKS Seals and Plastics. From agriculture to power generation and from oil and gas to petrochemicals, ERIKS North America provides a local presence and infinite possibilities, backed by ERIKS’ worldwide network of resources and know-how from more than 60 companies with 450 branches in 27 countries. For more information, please visit www.ERIKSNA.com.
For information, contact:
Katie Oswald Clark
724-213-1211
Email
ERIKS North America to Display Sealing Technologies and Solutions at AFPM Conference and Exhibition
Advanced Sealing also will present a professional development seminar
PITTSBURGH, PA -April 24, 2017 – ERIKS North America and Advanced Sealing will exhibit a full offering of proven sealing solutions for the refining industry at booth #961 during the American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers’ (AFPM) 2017 Reliability & Maintenance Conference and Exhibition. The conference will take place from May 23–26, at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans. Advanced Sealing also will co-present a professional development seminar, titled “Obtaining Leak-Free Operation from Bolted Connections.
ERIKS North America will display a variety of innovate sealing technologies and other value-added solutions for the refining industry, including the ALKY-ONE™ gasket. The ALKY-ONE™ gasket is the industry’s leading technology for combatting flange erosion and corrosion in hydrofluoric acid alkylation units (HF units)—one of the most critical sealing applications in the oil-refining industry. “Obtaining Leak-Free Operation from Bolted Connections is a professional development seminar that will be co-presented by David Clover, Advanced Sealing, and Dave Reeves, Sealing and Bolting Technologies LLC. The presentation will discuss common causes of flange leakage, as well as the simple engineering, material, and procedural changes that will provide reliable, leak-free performance. David Clover says the focus of the presentation is to provide participants with the tools and resources to be able to quickly incorporate these vital improvements into their facilities. “The presentation will cover optimal gasket seating stresses and pipe flange stud stresses, and review tools for easily analyzing operational gasket loads on all code flanges, Clover says. “We also will discuss the latest proposed revisions to ASME’s B16.20 specification for spiral-wound gaskets so that end-users can adapt to these upcoming changes.
For more information on ERIKS North America’s complete line of solutions and value-added services for the refining industry, stop by booth #961 or visit www.ERIKSNA.com.
About ERIKS North America
ERIKS (www.ERIKS.com) has been a leading international industrial service provider since 1940. ERIKS North America offers a wide range of innovative, high-quality mechanical engineering components and associated technical and logistics services from 140 locations across the United States, Canada and Mexico under four companies—including Lewis-Goetz, Rawson, Industrial Controls, and ERIKS Seals and Plastics. From agriculture to power generation and from oil and gas to petrochemicals, ERIKS North America provides a local presence and infinite possibilities, backed by ERIKS’ worldwide network of resources and know-how from more than 60 companies with 450 branches in 27 countries. For more information, please visit www.ERIKSNA.com.
For information, contact:
Katie Oswald Clark
724-213-1211
Email
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