Houston, TX – On June 1, 2018, Supreme Integrated Technology, Inc. (SIT) announced the appointment of Bill Boyle, Vice-President of Sales & Operations and Todd Welsh, Director of Special Projects, to join SIT’s Board of Directors.  SIT’s Board of Directors now consist of 6 members as they join Kevin Hayes, President of SIT; Dona Sunseri, VP of Administration & Contracts Chip Griepenstroh, Executive VP of Operations; and Dominic Lorino, VP of Engineering.

“SIT will benefit from the experience Bill and Todd bring to the team. They both have significantly contributed to our sales in the marine and offshore industries throughout the years, and we’re looking forward to their contributions as part of the Board,” stated Kevin Hayes.

Todd has over 30 years’ experience in the fluid power industry, having joined Hydraquip Corporation as an engineer in 2003.  He then moved to engineering manager before later being promoted to Director of Special projects for Hydraquip Custom Systems, Inc. when the company was created in 2007.  Todd’s leadership in the design and delivery of hydraulic jacking systems was instrumental to the company’s growth into the international offshore market.  He transitioned to SIT when Hydraquip Custom Systems, Inc. merged with SIT in 2016.

“I am looking forward to continuing to contribute to our companies’ growth and success as a  director. We have a lot of new talent in the organization, and I look forward to providing them leadership and mentoring,” stated Todd Welsh.

Bill Boyle has been with the company for the past 23 years.  Bill started working for Hydraquip Corporation in 1995 as the Louisiana Branch Manager and was instrumental in launching the company’s business in the state. He later served as Director of Sales & Marketing for Hydraquip, Inc. from 2007-2012, moved to Hydraquip Custom Systems, Inc. as its VP Sales & Marketing, North America from 2012-2016, before transitioning to SIT in 2016.

“It is an honor to be elected to the Board for Supreme Integrated Technology, Inc.,” said Bill Boyle. “With the structural capabilities for SIT, we are able to deliver the complete package to customers, and we’ve already seen new opportunities appearing because of our additional capabilities.  I look forward to driving more growth.”

Supreme Integrated Technology, Inc. is a subsidiary of Employee Owned Holdings, Inc., headquartered in Harahan, Louisiana, and is a 100% employee owned company. For other information about SIT and our family of employee owned companies, please visit www.supremeintegratedtechnology.com.

Harahan, LA – On July 17, 2018, Supreme Integrated Technology, Inc. (SIT), successfully certified to the latest International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 9001:2015 standard for Quality Management Systems. SIT specializes in the creation of hydraulic and electric powered moveable structures and jacking systems and offers single source solutions for marine, civil, industrial and military applications.

ISO 9001:2015 is the most current standard focusing on performance based, quality management systems with an emphasis on risk-based thinking and increased leadership requirements.

“Our team is incredibly proud to be recognized for our commitment to continuous improvement and customer satisfaction through our successful transition to the latest ISO 9001: 2015 standard,” stated Kevin Hayes, President of SIT.

SIT’s ISO 9001:2015 certification is valuable for quality total solution packages, from component to system level design, equipment, and field support for structures in motion, enclosures, and machinery across a myriad of civil, military and commercial interests. This successful transition assures SIT clients can expect consistently good quality products and services which distinguish SIT from other competitors in the industry.

Supreme Integrated Technology, Inc. is a subsidiary of Employee Owned Holdings, Inc., headquartered in Harahan, Louisiana, and is a 100% employee owned company. For other information about SIT and our family of employee owned companies, please visit www.supremeintegratedtechnology.com.

July 12, 2018 – Houston, TX – Employee Owned Holdings, Inc. (EOHI), the parent and corporate services provider to the fluid power companies Hydraquip, Inc., Elite Controls, Inc., Supreme Integrated Technology, Inc. and Gulf Controls Company, Inc., is pleased to announce that Janet Albanese has accepted the position to act as EOHI’s Director of Corporate Operations, and will report to Matt Weisser, EOHI’s Chief Financial Officer. Having served 10 years in various positions at the company, Janet has extensive experience as to lead the company’s corporate operations.

“It has been so exciting to be a champion for our company’s commitment to exceeding customer expectations,” said Janet Albanese. “Going forward I will strive to sustain and grow the commitment to operational excellence, that has made our entire company world class.”

Janet joined Hydraquip, Inc. in 2008. She later moved into the position of Quality Manager for Hydraquip in 2014, and was instrumental in implementing ISO 9001:2008 certification for Hydraquip Hose & Couplings in Grand Prairie, Texas as well as maintaining successful audits and best practices at all the Hydraquip locations. In 2016, she was promoted to Corporate Quality Manager at EOHI where she has significantly impacted the entire company with her leadership in different companies attaining ISO 9001:2015 accreditation.

“I am looking forward to working with Janet in her new capacity. I am confident she will continue the level of operational excellence we are accustomed to, with a particular focus on safety, security and efficiency,” said Matt Weisser, CFO of EOHI. “She has been a valuable member of the EOHI team, and we’re excited to have her in this new role.”

“Safety is always our number one initiative at EOHI, and this position plays a compelling role to ensure our employees and facilities remain safe as well as operating to the highest standard of quality and efficiency,” said Richard Neels, President of EOHI. “Janet has demonstrated leadership over crucial projects with stakeholders across the company, and I look forward to seeing what she will accomplish in the future.”

EOHI is a 100% employee owned company based in Houston, Texas and serves as the parent of Hydraquip, Inc., Supreme Integrated Technology, Inc., Gulf Controls Company, Inc. and Elite Controls, Inc., companies all specializing in the fluid power equipment industry.

Houston, TX – On June 1, 2018, Hydraquip, Inc. announced the appointment of Chad Adams, a Regional Sales Manager, and Jake Rackley, a Regional Branch Manager, to its Board of Directors. With the appointment of Chad and Jake, Hydraquip’s Board of Directors now consist of five members with Tim Nichols, President of Hydraquip; Scott Nelson, Senior Vice President of Hydraquip; and outside director, Chuck Connors, President of Omni Services, Inc.

“As Hydraquip sharpens their focus on providing quality products and exceptional service within the fluid power industry, we welcome the addition of these two outstanding directors and look forward to their contributions,” stated Tim Nichols.

Chad started his career with Hydraquip working in Inside Sales over 16 years ago. Shortly after, he transitioned to Outside Sales where he was an Account Manager for 12 years. Chad was promoted to the Regional Sales Manager in Houston, Texas in 2015.

Chad states, “I am very proud to have been selected to serve on Hydraquip’s Board of Directors. This is an exciting time for our business, and I am optimistic about our future.  I see this not only as a great learning experience, but also as an opportunity to help Hydraquip achieve continued growth and evolve our client base.”

Prior to joining Hydraquip, Jake was a Regional Account Manager for Sauer-Danfoss. Jake joined Hydraquip as an Account Manager before promptly being promoted as Regional Branch Manager in Grand Prairie, Texas. Jake will be celebrating eight years with Hydraquip at the end of June.

“I am honored to join Hydraquip’s Board of Directors. This opportunity provides me with a new platform to continue assisting the outstanding performance of this fantastic company,” said Jake.

Hydraquip, Inc. is a subsidiary of Employee Owned Holdings, Inc., headquartered in Houston, Texas, specializing in innovative power solutions across multiple markets, while being a 100% employee owned company. For other information about EOHI and our family of employee owned companies, please visit eoh-inc.com.

Houston, TX – January 31, 2018 – Employee Owned Holdings, Inc. (EOHI) officially launched their newly redesigned website at the start of 2018. The website was redesigned with the user in mind, simplifying navigation with quick and easy access to essential information and providing a fresh, clean look, ultimately for an improved user-friendly experience.

EOHI’s newly revamped site offers further insight into its leadership team and providing a better understanding of EOHI’s function as the employee-owned holding company of four business subsidiaries; Elite Controls Inc. (ECI), Gulf Controls Company, Inc. (GCC), Hydraquip, Inc. and Supreme Integrated Technology, Inc. (SIT). Additionally, all four subsidiaries have launched newly redesigned websites as well.

The redesign also allows EOHI to provide the latest updates of company happenings regularly through its ‘News’ section, allowing employees and visitors to stay informed.

Said President and CEO of EOHI, Richard Neels, “With today’s websites continuously evolving, the decision to redesign EOHI’s website was practically self-evident, and we are extremely proud of the end result. Our new site provides a clear message of our company values and family-oriented culture. We are proud of our employees and want to share our passion with visitors through this new website design.”

EOHI is a 100% employee owned company based in Houston, Texas and serves as the parent of Hydraquip, Inc., Supreme Integrated Technology, Inc., Gulf Controls Company, Inc. and Elite Controls, Inc., companies all specializing in the fluid power equipment industry.

Tampa, Florida – On December 29, 2017, Gulf Controls Company, Inc. (GCC) announced that it successfully transitioned to the ISO 9001:2015 standard. GCC is a leader in providing fluid power equipment throughout Florida, Southern Georgia and Puerto Rico.

Houston, TX – December 15, 2017 – Employee Owned Holdings, Inc. (EOHI) announced the promotion of James Wunderlich to Controller of the company. As Controller of EOHI, James will continue to oversee all financial and accounting activities while participating in the development and support of EOHI’s strategic plans. James will also monitor financial performance of the company and communicate financial metrics to senior management.

The Chief Financial Officer of EOHI, Matt Weiser, stated, “James is precisely the right person to appoint as Controller of EOHI. His well-deserved promotion is owed to his successes and dedication to this employee owned company.”

James joined EOHI in 2006, in the position of Assistant Controller. James has played a key role in assisting with financial decisions and providing leadership and support within the accounting department. During his time as Assistant Controller, James reduced the reporting time for senior management of the company’s financial results through streamlining the monthly close out process and the implementation of specialized reporting software.

Prior to coming to EOHI, James attended Texas Tech University where he received his Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. Shortly thereafter, he spent 16 years in the forest and wood products industry, working in distribution and manufacturing accounting before joining EOHI.

“It has been exciting to see and be a part of the growth that EOHI has experienced since I joined the company,” stated James. “Going forward, I will strive to provide top-notch service and support to all the EOHI entities and fellow employee owners to keep this company growing for years and years to come.”

EOHI is a 100% employee owned company based in Houston, Texas and serves as the parent of Hydraquip, Inc., Supreme Integrated Technology, Inc., Gulf Controls Company, Inc. and Elite Controls, Inc., companies all specializing in the fluid power equipment industry.

Houston, Texas – Elite Controls, Inc. (ECI) announced today, November 13, 2017, its promotion as distributor of WorldWide Electric Corporation (WWE) products. WWE products include electric motors, motor controls and gear reducers.

ECI was formed in 2015 to address the merger between Logical Control Concepts and the Mechatronics group of Hydraquip Custom Systems. ECI is a proud part of the Employee Owned Holdings, Inc. family of companies, being a 100% employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) company, which means it is 100% employee owned.

WWE, headquartered in Rochester, New York, was founded in 1998 by Mr. Rick Simmonds and Mr. Fred Rosen. It is the largest independent manufacturer/importer of industrial electric motors in the United States.

“After meeting with WWE, it immediately became apparent that this was an opportunity we could not pass up. WWE’s team is driven, focused and shares similar goals in supplying top-of-the-line automation equipment to their customers,” stated Scott Jones, president of ECI and original founder of Logical Control Concepts.

ECI and WWE both supply equipment to various industries including oil and gas, agriculture, water/irrigation, industrial, construction and fluid power. This provides the companies with a mutually beneficial partnership: the combination of ECI’s expertise in electronics and hydraulics to create complete control systems along with WWE’s capacity to provide a full line of superior motors, motor controls, and gearing sourced from the United States, China, Korea and Taiwan.

Elite Controls, Inc. (ECI) is a subsidiary of Employee Owned Holdings, Inc. (EOHI) and is a 100% employee owned company. ECI provides robust, user-friendly control systems designed to enhance the performance of equipment, improve efficiency of operations and reduce total cost of ownership. For other information about EOHI and our family of employee owned companies, please visit eoh-inc.com

Hydraquip, Inc., Division of Assembly and Distribution of Fluid Power Products Successfully Transitions to ISO 9001:2015 Certification

Houston, Texas – On September 15, 2017, a Hydraquip Inc.’s division, Central Green Power Solutions, joined an elite group of companies worldwide in successfully becoming certified by DNV-GL to the relatively new ISO 9001:2015 standard. Hydraquip Power Solutions initially received ISO 9001:2008 certification on September 16, 2011, prior to advancing to this new standard.

The new ISO 9001:2015 standard represents the latest in best practices for quality and operational excellence. The management system acts as a proactive tool, encouraging continuous improvement while promoting risk-based thinking throughout.

Being among the few companies who have transitioned to this new internationally recognized standard ensures that Hydraquip Power Solutions will have the procedures in place to maintain
cutting-edge process integration, feeding a continual improvement culture and improve its customer satisfaction.

President of Hydraquip, Inc., Tim Nichols, stated, “The ISO 9001:2015 certification reassures our customers that we are an incredible organization committed to high standards of excellence
while exceeding customer expectations. I am extremely proud of Hydraquip Power Solutions’ successful transition to this improved standard.”

Hydraquip, Inc. is a subsidiary of Employee Owned Holdings, Inc., headquartered in Houston, Texas, specializing in providing innovative power solutions across multiple markets, and is a
100% employee-owned company. For other information about EOHI and our family of
employee-owned companies, please visit eoh-inc.com

September 12, 2017 – Houston, TX – Two major hurricanes in the span of three weeks have left countless families in Texas and Florida homeless, carless and in some cases, destroyed everything they own. Unfortunately, some Employee Owned Holdings, Inc. (EOHI) employees were so impacted.

While Hurricane Harvey and Hurricane Irma have made unprecedented effects on the Southern United States, leaving many struggling to get back on their feet, EOHI is now promoting a campaign to assist those severely affected by these storms. To assist these families on their road to recovery, EOHI has established a YouCaring campaign to raise funds to support those whose lives have been thrown into turmoil by these catastrophic storms.

EOHI has already contributed $5,000 towards meeting their $25,000 goal to aid those in need.

“This company is all about the people who work here – our employees,” stated Richard Neels, President of EOHI. “We hope we can now come together as a company family and help each other out in this time of great distress.”

All donations to this YouCaring campaign will exclusively support relief and recovery efforts for EOHI employees severely affected by Hurricane Harvey and Hurricane Irma.

For more information, visit: www.youcaring.com/EOHIhurricanereliefefforts

EOHI is a 100% employee-owned company based in Houston, Texas and serves as the parent of Hydraquip, Inc., Supreme Integrated Technology, Inc., Gulf Controls Company, Inc. and Elite Controls, Inc., companies all specializing in the fluid power equipment industry