Precision Pulley & Idler (PPI) has enhanced its Herringbone Wing offering. Based on industry feedback and engineering advancements, PPI is reintroducing the Herringbone Wing offering in two styles, Plate Constructed and Round Contact Bar. The Plate Constructed line is replacing what was formerly known as the CEMA Herringbone wing. The Round Contact Bar style will remain unchanged with the same…
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PPI Enters into Agreement to Acquire Continental Global Material Handling
Precision Pulley & Idler (PPI) has agreed to acquire Continental Global Material Handling (CGMH), a portfolio company of Stellex Capital Management. Continental, based in Winfield, Ala., has been “a leader in bulk material handling for decades,” PPI stated. The transaction is expected to close in the coming days. “Continental has earned its position as one of the most well-respected brands…
Read MorePrecision Pulley & Idler (PPI) Releases the Return Training Bracket
Precision Pulley & Idler (PPI) is launching a new belt training device to the market with the release of the patented Return Training Bracket. Conveyor belt tracking has always been a challenge in the material handling industry, leading to the development of many belt training devices. Often these devices have proven to be ineffective or very cost prohibitive. One of…
Read MorePrecision Pulley & Idler Acquires Van Gorp Corp.
Precision Pulley & Idler (PPI) has acquired Van Gorp Corp., based in Pella, Iowa. Van Gorp has been in business for more than 90 years and has become a “well-respected manufacturer of conveyor components,” the company stated. “PPI and Van Gorp have a shared history and are both headquartered in Pella, Iowa. We operate and live in the same communities, making…
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