Pileco, Inc. Celebrates 40 Successful Years in the Foundation Industry – And Gears Up for 40 More with Merger and Expansion

A New Member of the BAUER Maschinen Family, the Company Reflects Back and Reveals Plans for its Future, with Open House and Dealer Meetings

Houston, TX (PRWEB) October 09, 2006 -- Pileco, Inc. and California affiliate Pilemac, Inc. have experienced unprecedented growth since merging with German-based BAUER MASCHINEN GmbH almost one year ago -and this month celebrate their 40th anniversary in the industry.

Special events to mark the company’s 40 years in the foundation industry include an open house at Pileco, Inc. Houston headquarters on October 20, featuring tours of the newest plant expansion and a tribute to Pileco founder Mr. Otto Kammerer.

Mr. Kammerer founded Pileco in 1966 and launched the company onto the global scene with a vision that continues to guide it. Today, he is chairman of the board of directors.

Preceding the 40th Anniversary open house is a series of Dealer Meetings focusing on drilling products and diesel hammers. Guests from across the United States and abroad will be shuttled from a local hotel to the Pileco offices for the daylong open house and anniversary celebration.

“This celebration is an opportunity for us to say thanks to everyone in the industry who has played a role in what the company has become. There is much respect and appreciation,” said Pileco President and CEO George Smith.

“It has been a great 40 years, and we’re excited about the opportunities our merger with BAUER Maschinen now affords us. Our team is eager to find new ways to meet industry needs. This combining of talent and innovation – together with quality products and a superior level of service – assures another 40 years of success!” Smith added.

Pileco, Inc. is an innovative company with expertise in the field of pile driving techniques – and recognized for its technological advances in Diesel Hammers and IHC-Hydrohammers. BAUER Maschinen GmbH manufactures and markets Drilling Rigs, Trench Cutters, Desanders, Recycling Systems, Mixing/Grouting Equipment, Top Vibrators, and Universal Piling Rigs worldwide. Log onto www.pileco.com to learn more.

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