Contributor: EBARA Pumps Americas Corporation

EBARA Pumps Americas Corporation (EPAC) welcomes Rhonda LaFrance as Director of Operations, Standard Pump Division. 

Rhonda brings a strong background in manufacturing and operations leadership most recently with Spirax Sarco, a global leader in the manufacture of products related to steam and industrial fluid control. 

Rhonda will be responsible for all Production, Purchasing/Inventory, Shipping, Industrial Engineering, and WRDC functions. In addition to the current functions, Rhonda will be tasked with the start-up of a new Quality Department, working closely with Human Resources to revitalize safety programs as well as continuing the factory improvements already underway. 

EBARA Pumps Americas Corporation (EPAC) welcomes Pete Curcio as Director of Engineering, Standard Pump Division.

A strong engineering background defines Pete’s work history and education, combining high levels of expertise and practical application knowledge. Pete comes to us from his most recent leadership role at Sulzer Pump Solutions. Over the course of his career, Pete has managed all engineering disciplines ranging from field service support to R&D. Pete will have responsibility for all product-related engineering functions and will be tasked with start-up of the new, EPAC R&D Department.

Mike Panther Joins EBARA Pumps Americas Corporation As Regional Sales Manager – Pacific Northwest