Panasonic, an industry-leading manufacturer of air conditioning, heating and indoor air quality systems, today announces that Wallace Eannace, an independent manufacturers’ representative firm for plumping and HVAC equipment, will distribute Panasonic VRF and mini-split equipment to its commercial and residential customers in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut. As an Elite Representative, Wallace Eannace customers will have access Read more
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Panasonic, an industry-leading manufacturer of air conditioning, heating and indoor air quality systems, today announces that Wallace Eannace, an independent manufacturers’ representative firm for plumping and HVAC equipment, will distribute Panasonic VRF and mini-split equipment to its commercial and residential customers in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut. As an Elite Representative, Wallace Eannace customers will have access to the latest Panasonic equipment and technology as well as its robust services and support team.
Wallace Eannace has served as an advisor, technical support system and training partner to firms engaged in the HVAC and plumbing industry since its founding in 1924. Serving the commercial and residential industries from high-rise buildings to single-family homes, Wallace Eannace works with engineers, property managers and contractors to provide technical knowledge, sizing, design and field support as well as best-in-class products in order to create a comfortable environment for building occupants.
“When our customers expressed the need for high-quality VRF and mini-split products, we immediately thought of Panasonic due to its reputation for providing reliable equipment and unmatched customer support,” said Darryl Clark, Corporate VP, Wallace Eannace. “We haven’t been disappointed: from the training our team has received to the superior heating and cooling equipment Panasonic develops, the company has proven that customers are at the heart of their business. We’re thrilled that our customers in the tristate area will now have access to Panasonic’s solutions.”
“We’re excited to expand our reach in the Northeast with Wallace Eannace’s network of commercial and residential customers,” said Eric Griffin, National Sales Manager, Panasonic Appliances Air-Conditioning North America. “Wallace Eannace is known for its commitment to customer quality, and now, the team will be able to expand their portfolio with reliable heating and cooling solutions that prioritize customer comfort.”
For more information about Panasonic heating and air conditioning, please visit na.panasonic.com/us/home-and-building-solutions/heating-air-conditioning/.
Rinnai Corporation, manufacturer of the number-one selling brand of tankless gas water heaters in North America, announced Peter Reiner has joined the organization as its Vice President of Marketing. Reiner’s experience includes developing innovative marketing strategies in executive leadership positions with companies such as LG Electronics, Toys R Us, and Sara Lee Corporation. Reiner received his MBA Read more
Rinnai Corporation, manufacturer of the number-one selling brand of tankless gas water heaters in North America, announced Peter Reiner has joined the organization as its Vice President of Marketing. Reiner’s experience includes developing innovative marketing strategies in executive leadership positions with companies such as LG Electronics, Toys R Us, and Sara Lee Corporation. Reiner received his MBA from Cornell University and a BS from Emerson College.
“Reiner is a highly experienced marketing executive with a wide-ranging career in various industries,” said Frank Windsor, President of Rinnai America Corporation. “We’ll leverage his expertise to build on our success as we expand our product portfolio into new and existing categories.”
As VP of Marketing, Reiner will use his extensive marketing knowledge and leadership to develop innovative solutions for growing the company’s market share in both residential and commercial markets. “I look forward to joining Rinnai and working with a great team to take the company’s innovative products to an even broader audience,” said Reiner.
Over the past several years Rinnai has made significant investments in the North American market with initiatives including opening its first North American manufacturing facility in Griffin, Georgia, and expanding its corporate headquarters to include a state-of-the-art innovation center of excellence, where it will leverage new technologies to introduce innovative products into the market. “Our brand promise is focused on ‘creating a healthier way of living’ for our customers, our employees, and our society,” said Windsor. “Peter will play a critical role in delivering that promise through marketing initiatives and superb product launches in the near future.”
To learn more about Rinnai, visit www.rinnai.us.
Rochester, NH — Laars Heating Systems, a subsidiary of Bradford White Corporation, has appointed Lou G. Vorsteveld, Ph.D., to the position of Director of Engineering. Vorsteveld is an international executive with notable success in both sales and engineering. “Lou is an exceptional executive who combines an expert’s understanding of the products wemanufacture with the real-world Read more
Rochester, NH — Laars Heating Systems, a subsidiary of Bradford White Corporation, has appointed Lou G. Vorsteveld, Ph.D., to the position of Director of Engineering. Vorsteveld is an international executive with notable success in both sales and engineering.
“Lou is an exceptional executive who combines an expert’s understanding of the products wemanufacture with the real-world experience and demands of the business community,” said Laars Heating Systems Vice President & General Manager, Rich Simons. “His track record demonstrates a leadershiprole that focused on the steady and successful delivery of high-quality products to meet the ever-changing demands of our customers. He is an important addition to our team.”
“Every engineer wants to work with companies that boast a line of first-class products driven by asuperior business program,” Vorsteveld said. “Laars meets these standards, and I look forward tocontributing to the company’s product development and growth.”
Vorsteveld will oversee Laars’ engineering functions, including project execution, design quality,strategic technology direction and development, and optimal design for manufacturing, and work closely with engineering resources across Bradford White Corporation to ensure continued development of best- in-class products to all Bradford White subsidiary customers.
Vorsteveld holds a Ph.D. in mechanical engineering, with a focus on thermal sciences and combustion engineering, from the University of Vermont.
Before joining Laars Heating Systems, Vorsteveld was Vice President, Engineering, and a vital member of the management team at AERCO International. He has also served previously as President and CEO of Bosch Thermotechnology/Buderus Hydronics as well as other executive level engineering, operations, quality and sales roles at Bosch/Buderus and Triangle Tube.
In his leisure time, Vorsteveld enjoys boating, water skiing and residential renovation.
Laars Heating Systems is a subsidiary of the Bradford White Corp. It is one of the nation’s leadingmanufacturers of boilers and volume water heaters for both residential and commercial heating. For more information, visit, www.laars.com.
To support its commitment to deliver superior technical support, Caleffi North America, Inc. is pleased to announce the hiring of Dan Firkus to the position of application engineer. Firkus is responsible for supporting and answering technical calls, e-mails and social media inquiries. “When we receive a technical support inquiry, our customer typically needs immediate answers. Read more
To support its commitment to deliver superior technical support, Caleffi North America, Inc. is pleased to announce the hiring of Dan Firkus to the position of application engineer. Firkus is responsible for supporting and answering technical calls, e-mails and social media inquiries.
“When we receive a technical support inquiry, our customer typically needs immediate answers. Our goal is to be the best in the business in providing the right answers right away. Dan’s extensive 27-year background in the trades combined with his product and application knowledge makes him a perfect fit for us and our customer,” said Kevin Freidt, Caleffi director of product management and technical support.
Firkus’s prior experiences include positions at Dave Droegkamp Heating (Hartland, Wisc.) and Lake Country Heating & Cooling (Oconomowoc, Wisc.). He may be contacted at (414) 238-2360, techsupport.us@caleffi.com or dan.firkus@caleffi.com.
Cordill brings comprehensive propane industry experience, builder market knowledge to PERC WASHINGTON — The Propane Education & Research Council announces Bryan Cordill as its director of residential and commercial business development. In his new role, Cordill will lead efforts to support and grow propane demand in the residential and commercial construction markets. Additionally, he will Read more
Cordill brings comprehensive propane industry experience, builder market knowledge to PERC
WASHINGTON — The Propane Education & Research Council announces Bryan Cordill as its director of residential and commercial business development.
In his new role, Cordill will lead efforts to support and grow propane demand in the residential and commercial construction markets. Additionally, he will facilitate the development and adoption of propane-powered equipment and appliances through business development, product development, and market development activities to preserve existing markets and develop new growth opportunities.
“Bryan is uniquely qualified for this position thanks to his background in the propane industry and his extensive knowledge of what residential and commercial construction professionals expect from a building’s energy source,” said PERC President and CEO Tucker Perkins. “We look forward to Bryan leading our residential and commercial market programs to new heights.”
Cordill spent 17 years working as a sales manager for his family’s propane business, Cordill Butane-Propane Service — an independent propane supplier in Monroe, Louisiana. He was then named business development officer at Ajasent Inc., where he provided cloud hosting services for propane and related service companies. Most recently, Cordill co-founded Proponent LLC — a consulting company — where he worked with company leadership to develop and deploy new strategies.
Cordill has a master’s degree in industrial and organizational psychology from Louisiana Tech University. He lives in Monroe, Louisiana.
“I’m excited and humbled to be a part of the PERC team,” Cordill said. “This opportunity will allow me to have an impact on propane use nationwide, which is something I’m passionate about, and I can’t wait to get started.”