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Hytrol is pleased to announce the addition of Curtis Norris as customer training coordinator, effective February 17, 2017. In his role, Norris coordinates Hytrol's training seminars and works closely with Jon Noell, our customer training specialist to provide training opportunities to our integration partners and customers.

Hytrol's Jon Noell, Customer Training Specialist, is from Jonesboro, AR. Noell shared what excites him about working for Hytrol, "I have never been anywhere that is as dedicated to improvement and as open to change as Hytrol. We are constantly looking for ways to improve and striving to meet higher goals. Whether it's a new process, new equipment, or a totally new shop layout, if its better we will do it. That makes each day a new challenge to be better than the day before and encourages growth and new ideas. Working in this type of atmosphere is exciting and keeps me motivated to come to work every day."

Hytrol recently announced Justin Ray as the new Systems Engineering Facilitator. Ray will be in charge of the company's Projects and Systems Design Engineering Teams, guiding and monitoring large systems projects from the quoting process through systems design and order entry. He will evaluate and organize procedures to assure the success of these projects. This is a new position that will aid the Systems Department and Hytrol's Integration Partners with planning and implementation of projects.

Hytrol Warehouse Control System, Pivot, offers more visibility for improved daily materials handling. This ability creates a more efficient, more productive solution. Hytrol integration partners are using the Hytrol Pivot WCS to take control of key decisions with configuration options, including receiving item-by-item confirmation.

Hytrol, an industry expert in automated material handling solutions, announced the appointment of Chris Woodall to the position of Connex Product Manager. Woodall will transition from Integrator Services into his new role, where he will lead the efforts of making the Connex brand a world-class product.

Hytrol Conveyor Company, Inc. is proud to recognize the employees celebrating their anniversary of dedicated service to Hytrol. Employees with an October anniversary start date have more than 580 years of service.

Hytrol Pivot Warehouse Control System (WCS) has been installed in many operations because customers commonly request that the product complement existing information systems without duplicating functions managed by other systems. This keeps the cost low and reduces risk by decreasing the implementation complexity. The WCS was highlighted in the recent issue of Robotics and Automation News magazine. Manufacturing journalist, Thomas R. Cutler authored the feature article reporting on how Pivot gathers order information.

Chris Shepard, Hytrol's Manager of Quality Assurance, recently shared the most important factors in quality assurance. "It's imperative in Lean Manufacturing that quality is assured. In a Lean environment you eliminate waste, and there's no greater waste or cost to eliminate than a quality issue. Between lost hours and lost material, quality issues are costly to your company and, ultimately, to your customer," noted Shepard.

Hytrol's Director of Software Solutions, Bill Maple, discussed how a Warehouse Control System (WCS) is beneficial to manufacturers and distributors. A primary function of a WCS is its ability to allow dissimilar technologies to communicate with one another. The more complex a system is, the more the different pieces of software need to communicate. A WCS acts as a real-time "command center" to ensure that the right information is available at the right time to allow the equipment to run at the speeds required in today's operations.

Hytrol continues to grow, with 2016 on target to be the best year in the company history. The growth a distribution centers, manufacturing plants, and same-day ecommerce consumer demand is the fuel of the company growth. The company is adding staff at the Jonesboro, AR corporate headquarters.

David Peacock, President of Hytrol, recently shared how Lean leadership has demonstrated effective applications of leadership principles in the modern workforce. Lean leaders are people at every level of the organization who are leading change in their companies and in the industry in three main ways.

Hytrol, an industry expert in automated material handling solutions, is pleased to announce the hire of Rachel Simpson as Marketing Specialist. Simpson, a Jonesboro native, joins the marketing team after two years as a website designer for a media company in Paragould, Arkansas.

Hytrol and Integration Partner Hoj Engineering and Sales, makers of WarehouseOS, worked with Park City, Utah-based Backcountry.com to modernize their distribution system. The partnership was featured in the recent issue of Robotics and Automation News.

Hytrol's Director of Software Solutions, Bill Maple, discussed how a Warehouse Control System (WCS) is beneficial to manufacturers and distributors. A primary function of a WCS is its ability to allow dissimilar technologies to communicate with one another. The more complex a system is, the more the different pieces of software need to communicate. A WCS acts as a real-time "command center" to ensure that the right information is available at the right time to allow the equipment to run at the speeds required in today's operations.

Hytrol is pleased to announce Jennifer Smith has accepted the position of Creative Media Specialist. Smith begins after an internship with the company in which she completed a multitude of internal projects, including creating a digital version of a history of the business, The Hytrol Story.

David Peacock, President of Hytrol, explained, "What makes Hytrol the best solution provider is the people. I love working here because I get to work with the best professionals in the industry. They make incredible things happened each and every day."

Bob West, Vice President of Corporate Development, discussed his approach to leadership and employee engagement in a company video. He also highlighted the distinct corporate culture that lends to a family environment and the many advantages of the company's culture.

Hytrol's Director of Software Solutions, Bill Maple, discussed how a Warehouse Control System (WCS) is beneficial to manufacturers and distributors. A primary function of a WCS is its ability to allow dissimilar technologies to communicate with one another. The more complex a system is, the more the different pieces of software need to communicate. A WCS acts as a real-time "command center" to ensure that the right information is available at the right time to allow the equipment to run at the speeds required in today's operations.

Hytrol, manufacturer of advanced conveyor systems, controls, and solutions, recently shared a new video introducing the Connex® — Hytrol's plastic chain conveying solution. It delivers the flexibility and modularity required within today's supply chain, serving as the key link between processing and distribution. This new product offers the ideal transport solution for food, packaging, and pharmaceutical industries.

David Peacock, president of Hytrol Conveyors, was recently quoted in Robotics and Automation News. According to Peacock, "A material handling system is a huge investment and often establishes the performance capabilities of the organization. Consequently, experience and communication are key attributes to look for when choosing a partner that will aid you in designing and implementing the appropriate solution for your business. The right integration partner has the experience in your application and is a strong communicator. They must be if they are going to be your point person, your translator, your expert, and your teammate."

Hytrol introduced Pivot, the Hytrol Warehouse Control System offering more visibility. This significant WCS offering means more control over daily activities and, ultimately, the customers' future. The ability to measure results creates a more efficient, more productive solution. Hytrol integration partners are going to use the Hytrol Pivot WCS to take control of key decisions with configuration options, including receiving item-by-item confirmation that objectives were met.

Hytrol, manufacturer of advanced conveyor systems, controls, and solutions, introduced the Connex® — Hytrol's plastic chain conveying solution. Connex delivers the flexibility and modularity required within today's supply chain. Serving as the key link between processing and distribution, Connex offers the ideal transport solution for food, packaging, and pharmaceutical industries.

Hytrol, based in Jonesboro, AR, is seeking a maintenance controls position. The essential job functions include troubleshooting CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) and PLC (Programmable Logic Control) equipment; performing electrical work including high voltage; performing general maintenance of manufacturing equipment; performing general maintenance of building and grounds; and installing new equipment and technology.

Hytrol, manufacturer of advanced conveyor systems, controls, and solutions attributes integration partners like HCM Systems critical to the company's success. Hytrol's unique relationship with integration partners allows the company to provide great advantages to the customer with local service.

Hytrol, manufacturer of advanced conveyor systems, controls, and solutions attributes integration partners like Global Industrial critical to the company's success. Hytrol's unique relationship with integration partners allows the company to provide great advantages to the customer with local service.

David Peacock, president of Hytrol Conveyors, was recently quoted in Robotics and Automation News. According to Peacock, "A material handling system is a huge investment and often establishes the performance capabilities of the organization. Consequently, experience and communication are key attributes to look for when choosing a partner that will aid you in designing and implementing the appropriate solution for your business. The right integration partner has the experience in your application and is a strong communicator. They must be if they are going to be your point person, your translator, your expert, and your teammate."

Hytrol, manufacturer of advanced conveyor systems, controls, and solutions attributes integration partners like Gateway Engineering critical to the company's success. Hytrol's unique relationship with integration partners allows the company to provide great advantages to the customer with local service.