Gates Corp. Continues Sponsorship of Don Schumacher Racing for 2011 NHRA Season
The company also provides Poly Chain belts to DSR teams contending for full throttle drag racing series titles.
Gates Corp. Launches Barricade Fuel Injection Hose
The low-permeation fuel hose prevents vapor loss, withstands aggressive fuel blends and delivers fuel-efficiency, according to Gates.
Gates Corp. Names Jeff Sandt Business Development Manager for its Automotive Aftermarket Unit
Sandt brings more than 20 years of aftermarket business development, marketing and manufacturing expertise to Gates Corp. He joins Gates from Truck Pride, where he was director of product management. Sandt held previous positions as VP of sales and marketing for the water pump business at ASC Industries and director of business development for the Internet Auto Dealers Marketing Association (IADMA). He also worked in various sales and project management capacities at CARQUEST.
UPDATED: Dorman Products Resolves Dispute with Gates Corp.
Gates initially filed a lawsuit against Dorman alleging that Dorman engaged in false advertising and unfair competition based on Dorman’s advertising and sale of certain aftermarket automatic belt tensioners. Under the terms of the resolution, Dorman agreed to cease using the phrases “Meets All SAE Specifications,” “OE Solutions,” “OE Quality” and “OE Performance” with respect to only its automatic belt tensioners.
Terry Satchell of the Gates Corp. Joins CAWA’s Manufacturers Advisory Council
Satchell was appointed by CAWA Chairman Tim Gerrity.
Gates Corp. Announces Aftermarket Division Management Changes
Steve Connolly, vice president, Gates Brand, representing the automotive heavy duty and adjacent market channels, has announced his retirement effective Dec. 31. Todd Hack, formerly of CARQUEST, will succeed him.
Gates Corp. Selects Datalliance VMI
Vendor Managed Inventory initiative to deliver more value to customers, optimize supply chain efficiency and grow market share.
Gates Corp. Buys International Fluid Engineering Company Hydrolink
Hydrolink will become part of the Gates Engineering and Services Group.
Gates Corp. Launches New Website Showing Potential for Energy Savings
Visitors can find research and recommendations on converting to synchronous belt drives to save costs.
Gates Corp. Earns 2009 Plant Services Best Practices Award
The award recognizes Gates’ Power Transmission Division for its energy-saving solutions.