05.19.04
Harrington Hoists, Inc. Names President & CEO and Finalizes Restructuring of Management Team

Manheim, PA - Harrington Hoists Inc. has named Edward (Ned) Hunter as President and CEO effective May 3, 2004.

Hunter comes to Harrington with extensive experience in the industrial distribution industry. His background includes executive leadership in sales, marketing, operations and general management. Early in his career he also led large distribution businesses in the medical products industry.

He holds a B.B.A. in Economics from Temple University, Philadelphia, PA.

Management restructuring at Harrington began in August of 2003 with the promotion of Carlo Lonardi to Vice President of Sales. Scott Miller was named Vice President of Operations and Eiji Yoda was promoted to Controller in January 2004. With Hunter in place, Harrington has now completed organizational changes intended to support and enhance future growth.

Headquartered in Manheim, PA, Harrington Hoists, Inc. is a leading supplier of electric chain and wire rope hoists, air powered hoists, lever hoists, manual hand chain hoists, trolleys, cranes and crane components.

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Press Room Contact:
Dawn Hess, Marketing Coordinator
Harrington Hoists, Inc.
401 West End Avenue
Manheim, PA 17545
Toll Free: 800-233-3010
Phone: 717-665-2000 Ext. 107
Fax: 717-665-2861
E-mail: hessdc@harringtonhoists.com