The Timken Co., a global leader in bearings and mechanical power transmission products, recently recognized manufacturer’s sales representatives for their outstanding service with this year’s Manufacturers’ Representative Awards during Automotive Aftermarket Week. Timken presented the awards this week at AAPEX in Las Vegas.

Timken honored Bob Dunfield of Hirsig-Frazier, as the 2017 Representative of the Year. Dunfield has significantly grown Timken business with an increasing number of stores and sales revenue in the past year. He resides in Wichita, Kansas.

“Bob’s focus on growth has resulted in year-over-year sales increase. In addition, his work ethic and attention to detail have paid off with very successful change overs,” said Brett Blauner, Timken national sales manager for the automotive aftermarket. “He conducts regular training sessions while ensuring all of his customers receive exceptional service.”

Timken recognized RepWorks Marketing as the 2017 Manufacturers’ Representative Agency of the Year based on their professionalism in representing Timken, excellence in onboarding new customers and high level of customer service, helping to ensure both companies’ long-term success.

RepWorks Marketing, headquartered in Mesa, Arizona, delivers dedicated service to manufacturers and customers with dependable, honest and professional representation. The RepWorks sales team, which is spread throughout the Western United States, represents vast experience, training and commitment to provide manufacturers like Timken with continuous opportunities and unparalleled growth.

“Repworks focuses on growing and supporting our business while continuing ongoing efforts to develop existing customers,” explained Blauner. “They invest in what matters most – people.”