Gap Barbin appointed president of GapVax
Gap Barbin was named the president of Johnstown, Pennsylvania-based GapVax, succeeding company founder Gary A. Poborsky, who will continue as CEO. Barbin, the grandson of Poborsky, earned his Bachelor of Science in industrial engineering from Texas A&M University and worked for Boeing and Mack/Volvo during college. Barbin began his professional career as a hydroexcavation operator in Texas. He returned to Johnstown and put his knowledge to use in various departments at GapVax. Whether it was sales, project engineering or production, each new role prepared him to lead the company and serve its customers.
Jean DellAmore joins ARI-HETRA as vice president
Sharonville, Ohio-based ARI-HETRA, a provider of heavy-duty vehicle lifting and support equipment, has appointed Jean DellAmore as vice president. DellAmore, formerly with Stertil-Koni, brings over 20 years’ industry experience and a proven track record of driving growth and innovation.
Felling Trailers celebrates 50 years in manufacturing
Felling Trailers took the opportunity to celebrate its 50th anniversary with the AEM Manufacturing Express, gathering employees to celebrate the company’s history and continued development. Over 200 of Felling’s team members gathered together by the company’s new powder coat facility in Sauk Centre, Minnesota, to enjoy an afternoon filled with games, food and prizes, along with the opportunity to visit with fellow team members, policymakers and AEM team members. The games provided by AEM are part of its Manufacturing Challenge; the online video games invite participants to tackle industry-themed questions for a chance to win prizes. The tour covers more than 20 states with 80 stops at equipment manufacturers to showcase the technology and innovations that power modern equipment and the innovative technologies, processes, people and products across America.
VMAC names Rafael Marcao as director of enterprise excellence
VMAC welcomed Rafael Marcao as director of enterprise excellence. Marcao brings significant Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement experience to VMAC and has earned a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt from Caterpillar in Brazil. Marcao holds a technologist degree in industrial automation, a post-graduate degree in lean manufacturing engineering (6 Sigma) and an executive MBA. With diverse experience in automation, manufacturing and quality engineering, Marcao is well-suited to lead VMAC’s further development of Lean as an overall organizational strategy focused on delivering increased value to VMAC’s customers.
NARUC selects Tony Clark as next executive director
After an extensive national search, the National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners has selected Tony Clark as the group’s incoming executive director. Clark will succeed Greg White, who announced his Dec. 31 retirement in April. Clark’s effective date is Oct. 1, serving as executive director-elect, and he will transition to executive director on Jan. 1. Clark is currently a senior adviser for Wilkinson Barker Knauer, where he provides analysis and strategic advice on regulatory and public policy issues. He is a former FERC commissioner (2012-2016), former commissioner and chairman of the North Dakota Public Service Commission and served as NARUC president from November 2010 to November 2011.
