West Virginia-headquartered Swanson Industries has acquired the off-highway business of TransAxle Holdings, a remanufacturer of transmissions, differentials, hydraulics, axles and brake systems and related industrial products for numerous off-highway verticals. The off-highway business will be re-branded as the Swanson Off-Highway division. Swanson will provide the division with substantial additional capacity and resources, supporting its continued growth through expanded capabilities and…
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Swanson Industries names Brightbill CEO
West Virginia-based Swanson Industries announced today that David Brightbill has been appointed chief executive officer. Brightbill, an accomplished business leader who has been engaged in the global mining and metals industry throughout his 35-year career, spent more than 20 years at Nalco. He most recently led the global mining operations to a consistent record of improved operating results through acquisitions…
Read MoreSwanson Industries acquiring Tiefenbach
Hydraulics supplier Swanson Industries has acquired majority ownership of Tiefenbach North America, effective October 31. The company confirmed the deal November 4 but did not disclose financial details. Tiefenbach Control Systems (TCS) will retain minority interest in TNA. Established in 2000, West Virginia-headquartered Tiefenbach North America is a leading supplier of hose, fittings and hydraulic components for longwall systems to…
Read MoreSwanson opens new Elko location
West Virginia-based hydraulics supplier Swanson Industries said in January it is putting out the welcome mat on its newest location, its second in as many years, in Elko, Nev. The new office, which is set to open this month, will include a 6,500-square-foot warehouse to help support its growth in surface mining, hard rock and industrial industries, and additionally provide…
Read MoreSwanson opens new Elko location
West Virginia-based hydraulics supplier Swanson Industries is putting out the welcome mat on its newest location, its second in as many years, in Elko, Nev. The new office, which is set to open this month, will include a 6,500-square-foot warehouse to help support its growth in surface mining, hard rock and industrial industries, and additionally provide capacity for increased customer…
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