Victaulic Named 2013 Business of the Year and Outstanding Corporation
Easton, PA (PRWEB) November 21, 2013 -- Victaulic was recently named the 2013 Business of the Year by Lehigh Valley Business, in addition to being honored as the 2013 Outstanding Corporation of the Year by the Association of Fundraising Professionals, Eastern Pennsylvania Chapter.
“I am gratified and proud that Victaulic has developed a culture that inspires business excellence, stimulates game changing product innovation, and encourages community service,” commented John Malloy, Chairman, President and CEO of Victaulic.
At an award ceremony on November 18, Victaulic was named the 2013 Business of the Year. This award, judged by an independent panel of business leaders in the Lehigh Valley, recognized Victaulic for its leadership, innovation and financial success.
As the world leader and innovator of grooved mechanical couplings, Victaulic has significantly increased its global presence over the past decade by hiring many new employees, developing hundreds of new patented products, and expanding its facilities around the world including a state-of-the-art R&D facility at the corporate headquarters location in Easton, PA.
Additionally, Victaulic was selected as the 2013 Outstanding Corporation of the Year on November 13, reflecting the dedication of its owners and its employees support for charitable organizations.
“This honor stems from the hard work of the many Victaulic associates around the world who are committed and concerned for those less fortunate within the communities where they work and live. Victaulic finds inspiration in them, and in turn, hopes that their actions inspire others,” said Malloy.
About Victaulic
Since 1919, Victaulic has been the world's leading producer of grooved mechanical couplings and pipe-joining systems. Used in the most demanding markets, Victaulic innovative piping technologies and services put people to work faster while increasing safety, ensuring reliability and maximizing efficiency. The company has 15 major manufacturing facilities, 28 branches worldwide and over 3,600 employees who speak 43 languages across the globe. With more than 900 active global patents, Victaulic solutions are at work in 115 countries across diverse business lines including oil and gas, chemical, mining, power generation, water and wastewater treatment, military and marine, as well as commercial building and fire protection. For more information visit http://www.victaulic.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.
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