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  • Hiroyoshi Shimizu to Drive Concepts NREC Sales in Japan

    Hiroyoshi Shimizu to Drive Concepts NREC Sales in Japan

    WHITE RIVER JUNCTION, VT, Feb 19, 2025 – Concepts NREC has announced that industry expert Hiroyoshi Shimizu will lead sales and customer relations in Japan.

    Hiroyoshi Shimizu. Image: Concepts NREC

    Mr. Shimizu joins Concepts NREC with a deep familiarity and working knowledge of the software tools and turbomachinery design challenges they are built to overcome.

    His 25 years of experience with turbomachinery design and analysis software sales, support, and engineering, along with an exhaustive understanding of the turbomachinery design process from meanline through CFD analysis, will play a significant role in clients’ onboarding and continued success.

    Peter Weitzman, president, software for Concepts NREC said: “Hiro has worked with us for 25 years at various resellers and partners in Japan and is an expert on our software and services. I am thrilled to be able to bring him on as a direct staff member in Japan. Hiro will work closely with our resellers, including long-time reseller Daiichi Systems Engineering (DSE), and our customers to increase customer success and to grow our business. The hiring of Hiro shows our commitment to the Japanese turbomachinery market.”

    About Concepts NREC

    Established in 1956, Concepts NREC provides turbomachinery design, development, testing, manufacturing, and software solutions. Headquartered in White River Junction, VT, the company offers a comprehensive suite of services, including engineering design, CAE and CAM software, precision manufacturing, and educational training. Concepts NREC has developed the Agile Engineering Design System, an integrated software suite covering the entire turbomachinery design process, serving industries such as aerospace, automotive, energy, industrial processing, medicine, and transportation. The company employs approximately 163 professionals and has been recognized among the Best Places to Work in Vermont for 2025.

  • Kennametal Appoints Douglas Dietrich to Board of Directors

    Kennametal Appoints Douglas Dietrich to Board of Directors

    PITTSBURGH, PA, Jan 30, 2025 – Kennametal Inc. has announced the election of Douglas Dietrich to its Board of Directors, effective Feb 1, 2025. Dietrich is currently the executive chairman and CEO of Minerals Technologies, a publicly traded specialty minerals company.

    Douglas Dietrich. Image: LinkedIn

    “Doug brings over 30 years of business and industry experience, most recently driving transformative change at Minerals Technologies through his strategic, operational and financial leadership,” said Sanjay Chowbey, president & CEO of Kennametal. “We’re excited to welcome him to our Board and confident that his expertise and global perspective will be key to advancing our strategy and enhancing shareholder value.”

    William M. Lambert, chairman of Kennametal’s Board of Directors, added: “Doug’s track record of delivering long-term growth through strategy, innovation and targeted M&A will be invaluable as we continue our transformational journey. We look forward to leveraging his insights and leadership as a member of our board.”

    About Douglas T. Dietrich

    Douglas T. Dietrich was elected Minerals Technologies Inc.’s (MTI) chairman of the board in March 2021. He has served as the chief executive officer of MTI since December 2016.

    Dietrich has over 30 years of experience in the industrial goods, mining and metals manufacturing sector as well as significant expertise in engineering, management and operations.

    Since joining MTI in 2007, Dietrich has held key management positions, including senior vice president, finance and treasury and chief financial officer with responsibility for the overall finance function, and vice president, corporate development and treasury where he led corporate strategy and M&A initiatives.

    Prior to his tenure at MTI, Dietrich held several positions of increasing leadership responsibility at Alcoa Inc. These roles included vice president, Alcoa Wheel Products – Automotive Wheels; president, Alcoa Latin America Extrusions; general manager, Global Rod and Bar Products; and manager, business development and strategic global sourcing – Asia and Latin America.

    Earlier in his career, Dietrich worked for Eaton Corporation and Westinghouse Electric Corporation where he held various positions in engineering and operations management.

    He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan and an MBA in Finance from The Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania.

    About Kennametal

    Founded in 1938, Kennametal Inc. is a global leader in manufacturing high-performance cutting tools, tooling systems, and wear-resistant solutions. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the company serves diverse industries, including aerospace, earthworks, energy, general engineering, and transportation. With approximately 8,700 employees operating in more than 60 countries, Kennametal generated $2.1 billion in revenue during fiscal year 2023. The company’s products are integral to various applications, such as machining components for aerospace, automotive parts, mining equipment, and oil and gas drilling tools. Kennametal’s commitment to materials science and innovation has established it as a trusted partner in enhancing productivity and precision across multiple sectors.

    Source: Kennametal