HASTINGS, MI––Hastings Manufacturing Company, LLC, a nearly 100-year-old global manufacturer of piston rings, has announced that Engine & Performance Warehouse (EPWI), Denver, Colorado, has named Hastings as its 2011 "Vendor Of The Year" at the Awards Dinner during EPWI’s annual summer conference in Vail, Colorado on Thursday, August 9th, 2012.
HASTINGS, MI––Hastings Manufacturing Company, LLC, a nearly 100-year-old global manufacturer of piston rings, has announced the introduction of a new website look. The new design features a larger format and push point boxes that are more visually appealing and easier to navigate. The Company has also added new applications and a brand video.
Hastings Appoints Bob Kollar to Chief Executive Officer and President
HASTINGS, MI--Hastings Manufacturing Company, LLC, a nearly 100-year-old global manufacturer of piston rings, announces the promotion of Robert M. Kollar to Chief Executive Officer and President and Frederick A. Cook Jr. to Chairman of the Board.
Robert ‘Bob’ Kollar has over 35 years of experience in the engineered products arena with six of those years at Hastings Manufacturing Company, LLC.
HASTINGS, MI––Hastings Manufacturing Company, LLC, a nearly 100-year-old global manufacturer of piston rings, announces the addition of William G. Spengler to its OEM sales team.
Bill Spengler has been appointed to the position of Director of OEM Sales reporting to Dave Sepesi, vice president OEM sales. In this capacity, Bill will be responsible for complete management of the Company’s growth in the OEM areas, including automotive, marine, industrial, and lawn & garden markets. Bill most recently served as senior account manager for Mahle Engine Components.
Mike Tomko Appointed Vice President Continuous Improvement
HASTINGS, MI––Hastings Manufacturing Company, LLC, a nearly 100-year-old global manufacturer of piston rings, announces the promotion of Michael A. Tomko.
Michael Tomko has been appointed to the position of vice president continuous improvement reporting to Robert Kollar, chief operating officer. In this capacity, Mike will be responsible for identifying and implementing continuous improvement programs directly linked to the company’s OEM and aftermarket growth as well as product and process improvements throughout all areas of the organization. Mike most recently served as vice president quality assurance and as interim president of Hastings East Manufacturing Company, LTD in Changzhou, China.
Hastings Manufacturing Company Hires Leonard Parker as New Manufacturing Engineer
HASTINGS, MI––Hastings Manufacturing Company, LLC, a nearly 100-year-old global manufacturer of piston rings, announces an appointment within its operations..
Leonard “Len” Parker has joined the Manufacturing Engineering Group, reporting to Bill Whisenant, director of manufacturing and process development. In this capacity, Len will be working with the rest of the Manufacturing Engineering Group to help support the substantial growth of the Company, both OEM and Aftermarket, and overall continuous improvement projects.
Len comes to Hastings with over 30 years of tier-one automotive engineering experience, working with some of the industry’s best companies including Mueller Holley Automotive, Rochester Gear, and Autocam.
Hastings Manufacturing Company Promotes Bob Kollar to COO
HASTINGS, MI––Hastings Manufacturing Company, LLC, a nearly 100-year-old global manufacturer of piston rings, announces the promotion of Bob Kollar to COO.
Robert “Bob” Kollar has been appointed to the newly created position of chief operating officer reporting to Fred Cook, CEO. In this capacity, Bob will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of Hastings Manufacturing Company, LLC and Hastings East Manufacturing Company, LTD including all quality, sales, operations, engineering, human resources and finance activities. In addition, Bob will continue on the board of directors for Hastings East Manufacturing Company, LTD in Changzhou, China.
Hastings Hires John Turner as New Senior Applications Engineer
HASTINGS, MI––Hastings Manufacturing Company, LLC, a nearly 100-year-old American manufacturer of piston rings, announced the hiring of John Turner, senior applications engineer.
John was most recently with SKF USA as a senior applications engineer supporting
automotive and heavy-duty truck customers in the bearing and seal product lines.
He has extensive experience in production testing of emissions devices at Ford Motor Company as well as prototyping and product validation testing at ValeoClutches and Transmissions.
“I am very pleased to announce that John Turner is joining the Hastings’ engineering department as a senior applications engineer,” said Ira Rosenberg, director of engineering. “John was hired to support the growth in service of our OEM customer accounts.”
Hastings Manufacturing Company Announces a Major Improvement to Their Tough Guy™ Premium Ductile RacingRings
HASTINGS, MI, August 24, 2010––Hastings Manufacturing Company, LLC, a nearly 100-year-old maker of piston rings, has improved their Tough Guy™ Premium Ductile series to include Napier premium ductile iron 2nd rings.
Hastings’ best selling Tough Guy™ Premium Ductile racing rings have been dramatically improved with a new offering. The 2nd-groove scraper rings are now made of premium ductile iron (like the top ring) and come in a Napier hook-design profile. These two upgrades to the 2nd ring provide more strength, durability, and better oil scraping capability under high cylinder pressures and high horsepower. The Premium Ductile series is excellent for many late model and high performance or turbo-charged applications, and offers the best balance of performance and price. Tough Guy Premium Ductile is offered with Moly or chrome coatings on the top ring.
Date: May 1, 2010 Company: Hastings Manufacturing Company, LLC
Release Date: Immediate Representative: Bob Kollar
Hastings Manufacturing Company Announces Organizational Change
HASTINGS, MI––Hastings Manufacturing Company, LLC, a nearly 100-year-old global manufacturer of piston rings, announced the following promotions and appointments within its marketing, sales, and administration areas.
Richard Zwiernikowski, CFO, will assume the position of vice president of finance and administration, managing Hastings’ production control and purchasing functions in addition to his current financial reporting responsibilities.
Hastings Hires Technical & Sales Manager For Brazil
HASTINGS, MI––Hastings Manufacturing Company, LLC, a nearly 100-year-old American manufacturer of piston rings, announced the hiring of Enio Landell de Moura, technical & sales manager—Brazil.
“I am very pleased to announce that Enio Landell de Mourais joining the Hastings’ Team,” said Fred Cook, president and CEO. “Enio was hired to support the growth in service of our OEM customer accounts in Brazil. He joins us from Dana/Mahle Engine Components where he held positions in product engineering, applications, testing and research and development.”
Hastings Recognized As Top 10 Foreign Brands In China
BEIJING, CHINA––Hastings East Manufacturing Company Ltd., a wholly foreign owned enterprise of Hastings Manufacturing Company, LLC, announced being recognized as a Top Ten Automotive Parts Brand in China. Hastings is a nearly 100-year-old American manufacturer of piston rings with worldwide sales and distribution to engine OEMs and aftermarkets.
Hastings Named One Of Engine Parts Group Top Suppliers
DALLAS, TEXAS—Engine Parts Group Inc. (EPGI) recently honored five of its top suppliers at its winter shareholders meeting. Companies recognized as "Featured Suppliers" were Durabond Bearing Co., Hastings Piston Rings, JE Pistons, Melling Engine Parts and SA Gear.
Hastings Is First To Introduce All Steel Nitride Racing Rings
Hastings Manufacturing Company Is The First To Introduce New Tough Guy® All Steel Gas-Nitride, Ceramic PVD Coated RacingRings
HASTINGS, MI, December 10, 2009––Hastings Manufacturing Company, LLC, a nearly 100-year-old maker of piston rings, has expanded their Tough Guy® Racing Ring series to include an all stainless steel Gas-Nitride ring set with Ceramic PVD coating.The Hastings’ All Steel Nitride (SN) rings are specifically designed for high horsepower engines using any racing fuel and injections like nitrous oxide.
Hastings Promotes Graham to Director of Manufacturing
HASTINGS, MI–– Hastings Manufacturing Company, LLC a nearly 100-year old American manufacturer of piston rings, announces the promotion of Dennis Graham to the position of director of manufacturing.
“I am very pleased to announce the promotion of Dennis Graham to the newly created position of director of manufacturing,” said Frederick A. Cook, Jr., CEO. Reporting to me in this capacity, Dennis will be responsible for all domestic production processes excluding foundry operations.
Hastings Hires Manager of Product Design and Analysis
HASTINGS, MI––Hastings Manufacturing Company, LLC, a nearly 100-year-old American manufacturer of piston rings, announced the hiring of Randy Lunsford, manager of product design and analysis.
“It gives me great pleasure to announce that Randy Lunsford is joining the Hastings’ engineering department as our product design and analysis manager,” said Ira Rosenberg, director of engineering. “In this role, Randy will be responsible for managing original equipment and aftermarket product design and numerical simulation projects.”
Hastings Promotes Willison to Director of Information Technology
HASTINGS, MI–– Hastings Manufacturing Company, LLC a nearly 100-year old American manufacturer of piston rings, announces the promotion of Kevin D. Willison to the position of director of information technology.
“It gives me great pleasure to announce Kevin’s promotion,” said Hastings’ CFO, Rick Zwiernikowski. “Kevin has been instrumental in bringing cutting-edge technology to our organization. He played a vital role in the development and implementation of the Company’s new interactive website, and provided strong leadership during the integration of various technology-related systems that allowed our company to win the 2008 Polk Inventory Efficiency Award.”
Date: April 3, 2009 Company: Hastings Manufacturing Company, LLC
Release Date: Immediate Representative: Jeff Guenther
Hastings Helps Sponsor Gilmore Drag Racing History Exhibit
HASTINGS, MI––Hastings Manufacturing Company, LLC, a nearly 100-year-old American manufacturer of piston rings, is proud to be a sponsor of the fabulous Gilmore Car Museum’s “Drag Racing History – ¼ Mile at a Time” 2009 exhibit. Located in the Hickory Corners, MI, the exhibit will be open to visitors May 1st to October 31st.
Hastings Promotes Jeff Guenther to Senior Director of International Sales and Worldwide Marketing
HASTINGS, MI––Hastings Manufacturing Company, LLC, a nearly 100-year-old American manufacturer of piston rings, announced the promotion of Jeffrey P. Guenther to the position of senior director of international sales and worldwide marketing. Guenther will focus on the sales opportunities throughout much of the world, including Mexico, Puerto Rico, South America, Africa, Middle East, India, Europe, and China. "I am honored to accept this responsibility," Guenther said. "I look forward to continuing my work with our world class team and our amazing customers as we expand our horizons around the globe."
Hastings Names DeBlasis Director of National Sales
HASTINGS, MI––Hastings Manufacturing Company, LLC, a nearly 100-year-old American manufacturer of piston rings, announced the promotion of Thomas J. DeBlasis to the position of director of national sales. DeBlasis will have responsibility for piston ring sales throughout the United States and Canada. "It is an honor to be asked to direct our sales efforts," DeBlasis said. "I am committed to the growth and support of our tremendous aftermarket customer base, including distributors, machine shops, engine remanufacturers, and high performance specialty shops."
Date: January 21, 2009 Company: Hastings Manufacturing Company, LLC
Release Date: Immediate Representative: Tom DeBlasis, 734-564-4026
Hastings Manufacturing Launches Multi Warehouse e-Ring Center
HASTINGS, MI––Hastings Manufacturing Company, LLC, a nearly 100-year-old American manufacturer of piston rings, has announced the opening of a secure customer extranet, or “e-Ring Center,” that integrates their national network of commercial warehouses. The e-Ring Center provides real-time content on product availability, order history, and the ability to place orders online.
Date: November 5, 2008 Company: Hastings Manufacturing Company, LLC
Release Date: Immediate Representative: Don Wiser
Hastings Employs New Piston Ring Simulation and Test Bed Systems
HASTINGS, MI––Hastings Manufacturing Company, LLC, a nearly 100-year-old maker of piston rings, announces upgrades to its design and verification capabilities through the acquisition of new AVL EXCITE simulation software and Land & Sea DYNOmite dynamometers. The new systems will allow Hastings to more accurately design and test piston rings for a broader range of applications, including small to large bore, and high performance engines.
Hastings Releases Racing Rings Catalog and Wall Chart
HASTINGS, MI––Hastings Manufacturing Company, LLC, a nearly 100-year-old maker of piston rings, announces the release of a new Hastings Tough Guy Racing Rings Catalog and Wall Chart. Both are designed to offer engine builders and racing enthusiasts the latest racing rings product information available from Hastings. Hastings Tough Guy™ Racing Rings are offered in three innovative product groups, Claimer Cast, Premium Ductile, and Steel Series, each serving increasing levels of engine performance.
HASTINGS, MI––Hastings Manufacturing Company, LLC, a nearly 100-year-old maker of piston rings, announces the opening of their new online Tough Guy Gear Store. “Hastings ‘iconic’ Tough Guy has been our symbol of quality pistons rings for a very long time,” says Jeff Guenther, Director of Sales and Marketing. “He represents the quality and toughness that goes into every one of over 100 million rings manufactured at Hastings each year. People seem to love his positive persona and are happy to hear we are now offering Tough Guy gear such as hats, shirts and jackets. And the new e-commerce store at Hastingsracing.com is the only place you can purchase Tough Guy gear, which offers a terrific selection of high-quality Tough Guy traditional and racing products.”
Hastings Manufacturing Is Winner of 2008 Polk Inventory Efficiency Award
HASTINGS, MI––Hastings Manufacturing Company, LLC, a nearly 100-year-old US manufacturer of piston rings, has announced they were selected as this year’s winner of the Polk Inventory Efficiency Award in the Manufacturing category. Created five years ago by R. L. Polk & Co., the award is designed to recognize and reward outstanding automotive aftermarket companies for process improvements relative to inventory efficiency. The award was presented at the Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium (GAAS) in Chicago on May 20th by Mark Seng, Polk’s vice president of Strategic Markets.
Hastings piston ring sets are sold worldwide to engine builder professionals, offering over 10,000 engine applications, an enormous coverage relative to other ring manufacturers.
Date: January 28, 2008 Company: Hastings Manufacturing Company, LLC
Release Date: Immediate Representative: Jeff Guenther
Hastings Manufacturing Launches New Website and e-Ring Center
HASTINGS, MI––Hastings Manufacturing Company, LLC, a nearly 100-year-old US manufacturer of piston rings, has announced the introduction of a new company website and e-commerce center. The website has been designed to service the information needs of both the engine OEM industry and automotive aftermarket. In addition to company and product engineering information, the site contains extensive dynamic content with regard to product availability, sales, and service.
HASTINGS, MI––Hastings Manufacturing Company, LLC, a nearly 100-year-old maker of piston rings, has introduced a new brand of performance piston rings, Hastings Racing Rings. The rings are designed for engine modifications typically performed for weekend racing enthusiasts. They are offered through machine shops located across the USA and are displayed in colorful new packaging, with a “race look” featuring Hastings’ iconic “Tough Guy” caricature.
