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February 15, 2008 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Douglas® Manufacturing defies conventional thought with the introduction of the Negotiator™ Self Aligning Return Roll an innovative concept in self aligning return roll design. The cutting edge design is for the most difficult belt training applications where convention self aligning idlers have not been able to help with belt tracking. The Negotiator™ design offers the following design improvements:
- Unique crowned roller design helps center the belt better than conventional rolls
- Self cleaning frame design helps to prevent material build up by shedding carry-back from the return side of the belt
- Three roll design offers a support bed that cradles the belt and more efficiently reacts to the pressure of the side guide rolls
- Rubber discs help to shed material and prevent material build up on the rolls
- Can be used for bi-directional belts
- UHMW side guide rolls have the lowest possible coefficient of friction and help to prevent belt damage in applications where the belt consistently tracks off to one side
- Lower profile design is ideal for those tight to fit applications
- The mounting brackets are vertically adjustable ± 1” providing an additional tracking aid. This adjustment can safely be made while the conveyor is running.
February 11, 2008 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Dave Bomberg of Seattle, Washington joins Douglas Manufacturing as the new Regional Manager for the Western Territory effective February 11, 2008.
Dave has worked in the conveyor and material handling industries for many years including past experience as a Regional Manager for a respected roller chain company, a sales representative for a conveyor maintenance company and most recently a sales representative for a national distributor. He is experienced in the application of conveyor components, bearings, drives and hydraulics and has received various certifications in these products throughout his career.
Dave’s territory will include: Washington, Oregon, California, Nevada, Idaho, Arizona, Utah, Montana and Alaska.
Dave brings a rich history and vast experience in the material handling industry and we look forward to working with him to continue the development of the Western Region.
January 15, 2008 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Douglas Manufacturing is pleased to appoint Plastik Belt Limited of Toronto, Canada as manufacturer’s representative for the eastern portion of Canada including the following provinces: Ontario, Quebec, Newfoundland, New Brunswick and Nova Scotia. Paul Ross, President of Douglas Manufacturing stated, “Plastik Belt has over twenty years of experience in the material handling industry and we are pleased to have them as our representatives in this market.” For more information please contact Douglas Manufacturing at 800-884-0064 or contact Plastik Belt at 1-800-833-7500.
November 21, 2007 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Jeff Carlisle, Regional Manager for Douglas Manufacturing, Serves in Operation Iraqi Freedom
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SSG Jeff Carlisle on Patrol in Iraq in his new “company” car. |
Jeff Carlisle, Regional Sales Manager for Douglas Manufacturing and a member of the Alabama Army National Guard, deployed to the Middle East in early October to serve in Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Jeff traded in his business cards for dog tags and his Ford Taurus for his up- armored Humvee and assumed his new position as Staff Sergeant of the 167th Infantry Battalion. His new job is to provide convoy security in Iraq to help ensure the success of Operation Iraqi Freedom.
In 1991, while serving in the 1st Cavalry Division of the U.S. Army Jeff was sent to Kuwait to serve in Operation Desert Shield. He spent several months in Kuwait and returned home after the situation in the region had stabilized as a result of the U.S. led intervention there.
In September 2001 Jeff’s unit was activated in response to the 911 attacks on New York City and the Pentagon. Two days after he got the call his unit left and provided vital domestic security for more than a year.
Shortly after Hurricane Katrina, Jeff’s unit was activated again and he deployed to the Gulf Coast region to aid with the recovery efforts.
On this current occasion Jeff left behind his wife and two small children whom we know he misses very much.
Jeff has answered his country’s call to service four times and, like thousands of other dedicated Americans, protects our freedom while trying to help stabilize and rebuild Iraq to provide a better future for everyone.
We ask that you pray for the success of Jeff’s mission and for his safe and swift return home to his family.
November 9, 2007 – For Immediate Release
Paul Douglas Ross, II Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Douglas Manufacturing has been promoted to President of Douglas Manufacturing effective immediately. P. Douglas Ross, founder and President of Douglas Manufacturing is now Chairman of the Board. Douglas Ross stated, “We are about to complete 30 years of continued growth and success and now it is time to hand the reigns over to another generation. Paul has brought our company to a new level over the past 15 years and we know that he will continue that same success.”
According to Paul, “I am excited about the opportunities ahead and look forward to the challenges offered by this new position. Our strength is in our people, the service that we offer and the quality of our products all of which are unequalled in our industry. We have continually increased our market share in all five of our major product categories and we will continue to do so regardless of market conditions. We have a sound strategic plan in place that is sure to result in our continued success.”
Contact your Douglas Sales Representative or email us at sales@douglasmanufacturing.com
November 7, 2007 - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Douglas Manufacturing is all in for CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2008! The 1000sf booth located at C6723 in the Central Hall is sure to be a don’t miss attraction at the show for anyone interested in conveyors and conveyor components. “The overall structure of our booth will be built around the CONVEYING INNOVATION™ theme,” said Paul Douglas Ross, II Vice President Sales and Marketing. The booth will feature our new VORTEX™ spiral clean pulley assembly and the new NEGOTIATOR™ bi directional self aligning return roll to be introduced in January 2008. Also featured will be the, “Last pulleys you may ever buy™.” When asked for details Ross said, “There will be a new take on self cleaning wings and also on drum pulleys. The features of these pulleys are innovative and lend themselves to longer uninterrupted service life.”
Other innovative products featured will be the Freedom™ Series CEMA B, C and D idlers. “We are so confident that we have just introduced a first ever 3 year standard warranty on our idlers and our pulleys,” Ross said. He continued, “We have known that our idlers and pulleys are better by design for years and now we have the perfect way to show it to our customers.”
The booth will also feature an impact bed display featuring the Titan™ adjustable and sectional impact bed assemblies. A display of the Douglas XMG or Super Magnet introduced in the middle of 2006 will complete the booth.
According to Paul, “2008 will be our 30th year in business. This is a very special anniversary for us and pairing it with the CONEXPO just makes it that much better!” In order to celebrate their anniversary in style Douglas will hold a drawing for a portable GPS every day of the show. Look for Douglas Manufacturing in the central hall booth C6723.
For more information contact your Douglas Sales Representative or email us at sales@douglasmanufacturing.com.
October 25, 2007 - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Douglas® Manufacturing defies conventional thought with the introduction of the Vortex™ Spiral Clean Pulley an innovative concept in self cleaning pulley design. The cutting edge design is for harsh operating conditions and for those applications where the uninterrupted operation of the pulley is a must. The Vortex™ design offers the following design improvements:
- More efficient self cleaning ability than standard wing pulleys
- Smoother running with reduced vibration that improves sealing at transfer points and reduces the level of noise commonly associated with wing pulleys
- Spiral design aids in belt tracking by moving the belt gently from the center of the pulley to the opposing edges with equal force
- Unique continuous flight design prevents wing folding
- Abrasion resistant contact bar (standard) extends pulley life by as much as 50% over standard contact bars
- 106 Series Keyless Locking Elements (standard) allow for infinite placement on the shaft and transfer torque more efficiently than standard keyed bushings
- Available in the Douglas® Integra™ Series (optional) with bearings mounted inside the pulley for a lower overall profile and enhanced safety.
- Standard industry leading 3 year warranty
October 17, 2007 - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Douglas Manufacturing recently released a new idler brochure that includes details on CEMA B, C and D idlers. This four page full color brochure features application photos and illustrates the design of the idlers. Featured in this brochure is the enchanced industry leading 3 year warranty. Douglas idlers are manufactured in Pell City, Alabama (U.S.A.) and meet or exceed CEMA standard NO. 502-2004. Contact your Douglas representative today for a copy.
For more information contact your Douglas Sales Representative or email us at sales@douglasmanufacturing.com.
Click here to download a PDF of the Idle Brochure. (678K)
September 10, 2007
Effective September 10, 2007 Terry Ross joins Douglas Manufacturing as Midwest Regional Sales Manager. Terry will be based out of South Bend, Indiana and will cover Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Wisconsin, Iowa, Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota.
Terry started his career as a manufacturing associate in the pulley industry and then went on to work in sales for a company that specialized in the manufacture of equipment for the pulp and paper industry. After a successful career as a sales manager for an international manufacturer of recreational vehicles Terry ran his own printing company.
Terry joins Douglas with a solid background in sales and manufacturing. We look forward to working with him to develop our dedicated distributors and OEM customers.
