Astec Joins Department of Energy Better Plants Program

Astec has joined the Department of Energy (DOE) Better Plants program that works with leading U.S. manufacturers to achieve voluntary energy performance improvement goals. The Better Plants program has more than 250 partners with more than 3,600 facilities across the United States. From auto and transportation to food and consumer products, Better Plant partners account for 14% of the U.S.…

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Five Ways Astec Uses Simulation to Better Serve Customers

Astec has been using simulation for decades to solve engineering problems, improve product quality and provide value to our customers.  “Astec’s pioneering use of simulation has contributed to our recognition as a technology leader, not just in our industry but more broadly in the simulation space,” said Andrew Hobbs, PhD and head of simulation and modeling, Astec. “Simulation begins with…

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Astec Industries to Close Telsmith Facility

Astec Industries Inc. plans to cease all production activity at its Telsmith Inc. manufacturing facility located in Mequon, Wis., on Friday, Aug. 14, as part of its decision to close Telsmith. The closing of Telsmith will occur in phases starting Aug. 14, and ending March 31, 2021, when the Telsmith facility will be permanently closed. The decision to close Telsmith was driven by the desire to…

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Astec Names Ruffalo President

Astec Industries named Barry Ruffalo president and chief executive officer effective Aug. 12. Ruffalo, has been a group vice president at Valmont Industries for the past 13 years. He fills the vacancy created in January when former CEO Ben Brock, the son of company founder J. Don Brock, resigned after heading Astec for five years. Prior to his work with Valmont Industries,…

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