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LYNDHURST, N.J. – NAVAC Vacuum has promoted Mike DeLisi to vice president, Vacuum Technology (VT) Business Unit. In this role, DeLisi will oversee business strategy and execution, and will lead a dedicated team in driving NAVAC’s industrial vacuum growth, while also spearheading marketing initiatives and product management. 

HOUSTON – Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Compressor International Corporation (MCO-I) has named Shohei Toyota president and CEO.

Toyota brings 28 years of experience with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) and a distinguished record of driving innovation to MCO-I. His new role underscores MCO-I’s commitment to strengthening its North American presence and advancing its after-sales services.

WASHINGTON – D&B Engineers and Architects, DPC, of Woodbury, N.Y., has earned a National Recognition Award for exemplary engineering achievement. They will be recognized at the American Council of Engineering Companies’ (ACEC) 58th annual Engineering Excellence Awards (EEA) for the Ocean Beach, N.Y., Flood Mitigation & Resiliency Project.

MINNEAPOLIS – Kurita America, part of the Kurita Group, has announced the appointment of Todd Emslander as its new chief executive officer (CEO), effective April 1, 2025. This announcement aligns with the planned retirement of his predecessor, Greg Becker, a 40-year veteran of the water treatment industry who has guided the company through significant change and growth.

CHICAGO – Komatsu America Corp. has announced that Rod Schrader will step down from his chairman and CEO roles on March 31, and will fully retire effective June 30, 2025. Rod Bull will become CEO of Komatsu North America Corp. effective April 1. Bull currently serves as executive vice president of Komatsu’s North America region. He brings nearly 25 years of leadership experience in the heavy equipment manufacturing industry, including 14 years with Komatsu.