Following a successful career at INA FAG over the past 10 years, George Partington has been promoted to Business Development Manager.
The 44 year old was originally employed as a sales engineer for the northern area before being promoted to Product Manager responsible for distribution, and then just three years later to Business Development Manager.
'I'm looking forward to maintaining INA FAG's position as one of the UK's leading supplier of linear products'.
'I'll also be working towards increasing industry awareness of INA FAG's industrial services, including maintenance tools and condition monitoring equipment'.
'I have a head start with the creation of the Praxis partnership'.
Praxis is the service partnership between INA FAG and Corus Northern Engineering Services that will offer plant engineers and maintenance managers a unique solution for all condition monitoring needs throughout the UK.
Skilled condition monitoring services such as vibration analysis, acoustic emission monitoring and thermography are on offer through Praxis.
Hardware and software systems from FAG are also available to support the installation, commissioning, monitoring and maintenance of complete condition monitoring systems by Praxis engineers.
Kate Hartigan, Managing Director, INA FAG UK commented: 'George and his project teams will be exploring new business opportunities in the UK for our linear products and industrial services, building on the strength of INA FAG's quality products and services'.
'It is an exciting time in what is an ever-changing marketplace and we are looking forward to the challenges ahead'.
Partington brings to the role 20 years' experience in the manufacturing and distribution industry.
He lives with his wife and children in Cheshire and spends his time watching Manchester United, playing the guitar and relaxing in Spain.
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