INDIANAPOLIS (USA) (March 21, 2012) — At the 2012 Mid-America Trucking
Show, Firestone Industrial Products (Booth #19080) is showcasing nextgeneration
air spring technologies, including lighter-weight components and the
revolutionary Airide™ Integrative Air-Damping System. The company is also
highlighting significant milestones in the evolution of air spring technology, which
was originally developed by Firestone Industrial Products 75 years ago.
“Firestone Industrial Products has a proven track record in manufacturing quality
air springs that improve driver comfort, protect cargo and provide miles of
trouble-free service,” said John Vincent, president at Firestone Industrial
Products. “Through new product innovations and a solid global presence, we
look forward to bringing the benefits of air spring technology to the heavy-duty
trucking industry for many years to come.”
Firestone Industrial Products’ most recent innovation, the AirideTM Integrative Air-
Damping System, offers an effective, lighter-weight alternative to cab mount
suspension applications, providing the functionality of an air spring and shock
absorber in a single part. The system is comprised of an exterior bellow made of
natural rubber that encompasses a proprietary, shock-absorbing module.
Preliminary testing indicates a notable reduction in the transmission and
frequency of vibration when compared to traditional air spring/shock absorber or
air spring/hydraulic damper configurations.
“The Airide Integrative Air-Damping System has the potential for an
unprecedented level of comfort that significantly reduces driver fatigue,” added
Vincent. “Also, since the system reduces vibration inputs in the cab structure,
there is less strenuous wear-and-tear on cab mounting points, ensuring longlasting,
dependable performance.”
Firestone Industrial Products is also taking steps to help reduce overall vehicle
weight — a key factor in maximizing fuel efficiency — through lighter-weight,
primary air spring options. These next-generation air springs offer weight
reductions of up to three pounds per spring.
While much of the Firestone Industrial Product exhibit is focused on forwardthinking
technology, the company is also commemorating its tradition of
innovation. Key milestones include the development of the first air spring, railspecific
air springs, ultrasonic internal height sensors and aftermarket air springs
for light-duty trucks and vehicles. Over the years, Firestone Industrial Products
also has expanded its presence from North America to include offices and
manufacturing operations on four continents.
About Firestone Industrial Products Company, LLC:
Firestone Industrial Products Company, LLC, specializes in air spring
manufacturing and technology with a history of more than 75 years of research
and development on technologically advanced air springs. Its famous Airide™
brand air springs have been an industry standard for air spring manufacturing
and technology since 1939. For more information, visit www.firestoneip.com.
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INDIANAPOLIS (USA) (April 3, 2012) — Firestone Industrial Products,
manufacturer of the world’s number one air spring, is expanding the company’s
presence in the Asia-Pacific market with the establishment of a Strategic
Business Unit (SBU), headquartered in Gurgaon, India.
"In the last two decades, Firestone Industrial Products has made significant
contributions to the Asia-Pacific air springs market,” said Arun Kumar, managing
director, Firestone Industrial Products Asia. “Establishing an enhanced presence
with the SBU is a testimony of our continued commitment to serve and
strengthen these growing markets on a local level.”
Currently the SBU oversees the operation of two companies — Beijing Firestone,
China, and Firestone TVS, India, a joint venture since 2007. The SBU facilitates
product distribution in Australia, South Korea, Hong Kong, Thailand, Malaysia,
Indonesia, Taiwan, Singapore, Philippines and Vietnam. The office also is home
to the region’s sales, marketing, engineering, customer service and finance
teams.
“India and China are two of the fastest-growing economies in the world, playing a
dominant role in the Asian market,” added Kumar. “India’s deep-rooted banking,
legal and corporate structures make it an ideal home for our Asia-Pacific
headquarters.”
The fully operational Asia SBU is located at 101, Sewa Corporate Park, M G
Road, Gurgaon-12001, Haryana, India.
Firestone Industrial Products entered the Asia and India air spring markets in
1990 and 1992 respectively. In 2006, the company established a branch office in
Gurgaon, and in 2008 Firestone TVS began manufacturing air springs in
Madurai, India. The following year, Firestone Industrial Products opened a
distribution center in Singapore.
About Firestone Industrial Products Company, LLC:
Firestone Industrial Products Company, LLC, specializes in air spring
manufacturing and technology with a history of more than 75 years of research
and development on technologically advanced air springs. Its famous Airide™
brand air springs have been an industry standard for air spring manufacturing
and technology since 1939. For more information, visit www.firestoneip.com.
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INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Firestone Industrial Products Company, LLC offers a wide variety of air control solutions, adding eight new options to their Air-Rite™ Air Control Systems product line.
The Air-Rite Air Control Systems are designed to provide an instant air source to Firestone’s complete line of suspension solutions, allowing for quick, convenient adjustability of air helper springs. Simply push a button inside your cab – or use Firestone’s useful remote – to adjust the ride of your air suspension products for various load and road conditions.
“By expanding the Air-Rite accessories line, we’re giving users the flexibility to choose the exact air assist product to fit their needs,” said Todd Green, regional sales manager, Firestone Industrial Products, Ride-Rite™ division. “Customers can select their compressor based upon usage – choosing from Light Duty, Standard Duty, Heavy Duty, Xtra or Xtreme – as well as their desired gauge style – Classic, Electronic or Remote – to be able to continuously monitor their ride height.”
Among the options for Firestone customers are various air compressor systems, including a Light Duty system to complement the manufacturer’s Coil-Rite™ and Level-Rite™ products and ideal for vehicles with consistent loads; a Standard Duty unit that is ideal for most ½ ton trucks with moderate use; a Heavy Duty compressor, which is designed for 8-lug or RVs, wide load ranges and regular use; an Xtra unit perfect for heavy usage and those who want the ability for small fills, such as motorcycle tires; and
the Xtreme compressor, which is meant for heavy usage and those who want the ability for large fills. The Firestone Air-Rite Air Control Systems are also available with an Analog or Digital display, as well as Single, Dual or Automatic Control options.
Firestone’s new Air Command™ System products include:
* Light Duty Air Command (part # WR17602538) – A value option, this Air Command product is ideal for smaller vehicles carrying lighter loads. It has a compact design for easy installation and can inflate two air springs equally.
* Electronic Air Command – Featuring an electronic control that allows users to adjust air pressure at the push of a button, the Electronic Air Command product comes with the Standard Duty air compressor and either a Single gauge control (part # WR17602544) or a Dual gauge control (part # WR17602545).
* Remote Air Command (part # WR17602540) – The Remote Air Command product allows users to increase or decrease air pressure from up to 50 feet away, letting drivers visually inspect a vehicle’s ride height and air pressure while the vehicle is loaded. In addition to increased functionality, the system includes the Standard Duty air compressor, an improved rechargeable remote, three memory settings, an electronic interface and sealed components.
* Heavy Duty Remote Air Command (part # WR17602541) – Featuring the same benefits as the Remote Air Command product, this unit comes with the Heavy Duty compressor.
* Xtra Air Command (part # WR17602266) – Using the classic air gauge and the Heavy Duty compressor, this system provides fingertip control of the air springs and comes with a ½ gallon air tank. It is ideal for small fills.
* Xtreme Air Command (part # WR17602543) – This new Air Command product features an Xtreme compressor, 2 gallon tank and a Single gauge control. It is also available with a Dual gauge control (part # WR17602549).
Trained technicians are available toll-free (800.888.0650) to answer any product application, installation or warranty questions Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. EST.
Firestone offers a line of Complete Suspension Solutions that includes Ride-Rite™, Sport-Rite™, Coil-Rite™ and Level-Rite™ air helper springs; Work-Rite™ load assist springs; and the R4Tech™ hybrid air/leaf suspension system. These products have become synonymous with quality, durability and outstanding customer support. For more information, visit www.ride-rite.com.
Firestone Industrial Products Company, LLC specializes in air spring manufacturing and technology with a history of more than 75 years of research and development of technologically advanced air springs for the global marketplace. With headquarters in Indianapolis, Ind., and quality-certified manufacturing/assembly plants and technical centers throughout North America, Latin America, Europe and Asia, the company produces suspension products for commercial trucks & trailers, cars, sport utility vehicles, light trucks, minivans, vans and motor homes. Firestone facilities are ISO-14001, ISO-9001 and TS-16949 Certified.
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INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Firestone Industrial Products Company, LLC announces a variety of install accessories are available for quicker, easier installation of the manufacturer’s Air-Rite™ air accessory systems, which enable drivers to conveniently adjust Firestone’s line of air helper springs using its own air compressor, not an outside source of air.
The No Drill Electronic/Remote Air Command™ Frame Mount (part # WR1-760-2529) includes the necessary brackets and plates for technicians to easily mount the Air-Rite air accessory system to the vehicle frame without any drilling. Most Air-Rite air accessory systems include an air compressor, in-dash gauge and control switch, air line, fittings and fasteners. Drivers can customize their 12-volt system by choosing a Light Duty, Standard Duty, or Heavy Duty Compressor, and a Classic, Electric, or Remote Control Gauge. The air pressure adjustments can be made by using a controller installed near the driver or a remote.
“By using our no drill frame mounts, technicians can avoid drilling up to eight holes into the vehicle – simply bolt the air accessory system onto the plate, then bolt the plate to the side rails,” said Todd Green, regional sales manager, Firestone Industrial Products, Ride-Rite™ division. “For shop owners, having the ability to pre-assemble the mounts before a customer arrives cuts down on lift time, which results in savings for the shop.”
Firestone also offers a No Drill Combo Kit (part #WR1-760-2530) that provides a no drill option for an air compressor plus a tank installation, as well as a Fuse Circuit Tap Kit (part #WR1-760-2526) to tap into the fuse box in the engine compartment without having to splice into wires.
Trained technicians are available toll-free (800.888.0650) to answer any product application, installation or warranty questions Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. EST.
Firestone offers a line of Complete Suspension Solutions that includes Ride-Rite™, Sport-Rite™, Coil-Rite™ and Level-Rite™ air helper springs; Work-Rite™ load assist springs; and the R4Tech™ hybrid air/leaf suspension system. These products have become synonymous with quality, durability and outstanding customer support. For more information, visit www.ride-rite.com.
Firestone Industrial Products Company, LLC, a subsidiary of Firestone Diversified Products, LLC, specializes in air spring manufacturing and technology with a history of more than 70 years of research and development of technologically advanced air springs for the global marketplace. With headquarters in Indianapolis, Ind., and quality-certified manufacturing/assembly plants and technical centers throughout North America, Latin America, Europe and Asia, the company produces suspension products for commercial trucks & trailers, cars, sport utility vehicles, light trucks, minivans, vans and motor homes. Firestone facilities are ISO-14001, ISO-9001 and TS-16949 Certified.
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INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Popular television hosts Kevin Tetz and Ryan Shand will sign autographs in the Firestone Industrial Products booth #23013 during the 2011 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show in Las Vegas, Nev. Tetz and Shand specialize in automotive how-to TV shows, performing aftermarket accessory installations on trucks and sport utility vehicles.
The TV personalities will be onsite Wed., Nov. 2 from 1-3 p.m. and Thurs., Nov. 3, from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. for autograph sessions.
Firestone will showcase their line of Complete Suspension Solutions for today’s trucks, which includes Ride-Rite™, Sport-Rite™, Coil-Rite™ and Level-Rite™ air helper springs; Work-Rite™ load assist springs; and the R4Tech™ hybrid air/leaf suspension system. These products have become synonymous with quality, durability and outstanding customer support.
Firestone’s Ride-Rite kits, which mount between the truck’s frame and suspension, use air pressure to maximize a vehicle’s safe load-carrying capacity, stability and braking effectiveness. By varying the air pressure in the Ride-Rite springs, drivers can keep their vehicles level and maintain ride quality while carrying a heavy load. For more information, visit www.ride-rite.com.
About Firestone Industrial Products
Firestone Industrial Products Company, LLC, a subsidiary of Firestone Diversified Products, LLC, specializes in air spring manufacturing and technology with a
history of more than 70 years of research and development of technologically advanced air springs for the global marketplace. With headquarters in Indianapolis, Ind., and quality-certified manufacturing/assembly plants and technical centers throughout North America, Latin America, Europe and Asia, the company produces suspension products for commercial trucks & trailers, cars, sport utility vehicles, light trucks, minivans, vans and motor homes. Firestone facilities are ISO-14001, ISO-9001 and TS-16949 Certified.
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INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Firestone Industrial Products Company, LLC offers 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee* vehicle owners a Coil-Rite™ air helper springkit designed to improve vehicle stability and steering control in these mid-size crossovers.
The Coil-Rite air helper springs for the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicle (part #W23-760-4184) fit inside a vehicle’s existing coil spring and can be adjusted for varying loads and road conditions by increasing and decreasing the air pressure within the helper springs, which is as easy as adjusting the air pressure in a tire. They help maximize the vehicle’s safe load carrying capacity, as well asimprove braking effectiveness, level headlight beams and reduce tire wear.
“Today’s drivers are looking to maintain towing characteristics and maximize the functionality of these mid-size crossovers when towing or hauling items for family vacations, cross country road trips and camping excursions,” said Todd Green, regional sales manager, Firestone Industrial Products, Ride-Rite™ division. “Our Coil-Rite air helper springs are designed to help absorb road shock, providing a smoother ride for passengers and reducing the potential “bottoming out” that can be common in a loaded vehicle.”
Firestone’s no-drill Coil-Rite kit uses the vehicle’s factory holes for an easy installation that typically takes less than one hour. The kit, which has a two-year limited warranty, comes with the brackets, air springs, hardware, air lines and separate valves necessary for installation.
A pair of Coil-Rite air helper springs can provide up to 1,000 pounds of load leveling capacity. (Note: Air springs do not increase the load-carrying capacity of the vehicle. Do not exceed the vehicle’s recommended Gross Vehicle Weight Rating [GVWR]). Firestone also offers an Air-Rite™ air accessory system that allows drivers to adjust theair with a push of a button installed on the dashboard.
Trained technicians are available toll-free (800.888.0650) to answer any product application, installation or warranty questions Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. EST.
Firestone offersa line of Complete Suspension Solutions that includesRide-Rite™,Sport-Rite™,Coil-Rite™ and Level-Rite™air helper springs; Work-Rite™ load assist springs; and the R4Tech™ hybrid air/leaf suspension system. These products have become synonymous with quality, durability and outstanding customer support. For more information, visit www.ride-rite.com.
Firestone Industrial Products Company, LLC, a subsidiary of Firestone Diversified Products, LLC, specializes in air spring manufacturing and technology with a history of more than 70 years of research and development of technologically advanced air springs for the global marketplace.With headquarters in Indianapolis, Ind., and quality-certified manufacturing/assembly plants and technical centers throughout North America, Latin America, Europe and Asia, the company produces suspension products for commercial trucks & trailers, cars, sport utility vehicles, light trucks, minivans, vans and motor homes. Firestone facilities are ISO-14001, ISO-9001 and TS-16949 Certified.
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INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Firestone Industrial Products Company, LLC announces its Ride-Rite™ air helper spring kits are available for 2012 Dodge Ram 2500/3500* trucks, both 2WD and 4WD models (part #2299).
The Ride-Rite air helper spring kit is designed to use air pressure to help maximize the truck’s safe load carrying capacity, vehicle stability, ride quality and brake effectiveness. The system features individual inflation valves that allow for separate side-to-side or front-to-rear adjustment, which helps keep the vehicle level when carrying off-center loads and maintains ride quality under differing load conditions.
“Our popular Ride-Rite kits feature double convoluted air springs that provide maximum load support for trucks, which is important for maintaining proper steering control and braking effectiveness, reducing tire wear and keeping headlights properly aimed,” said Todd Green, regional sales manager, Firestone Industrial Products, Ride-Rite division.
Firestone’s no-drill Ride-Rite kit is designed to use the truck’s factory holes and mount between its frame and axle. All the necessary components are included for an easy installation that typically takes less than one hour: brackets, air springs, hardware, air lines and inflation valves. The kit comes with a limited lifetime warranty on the air springs and a two-year limited warranty on brackets/hardware.
Firestone also offers its Air-Rite™ air accessory system to complement the Ride-Rite kits, enabling drivers to make instant air pressure adjustments with the push of a button installed on the dashboard.
A pair of Ride-Rite air springs can provide up to 5,000 pounds of load leveling capacity. (Note: Air springs do not increase the load-carrying capacity of the vehicle. Do not exceed the vehicle’s recommended Gross Vehicle Weight Rating [GVWR]).
Trained technicians are available toll-free (800.888.0650) to answer any product application, installation or warranty questions Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. EST.
Firestone offers a line of Complete Suspension Solutions that includes Ride-Rite™, Sport-Rite™, Coil-Rite™ and Level-Rite™ air helper springs; Work-Rite™ load assist springs; and the R4Tech™ hybrid air/leaf suspension system. These products have become synonymous with quality, durability and outstanding customer support. For more information, visit www.ride-rite.com.
Firestone Industrial Products Company, LLC, a subsidiary of Firestone Diversified Products, LLC, specializes in air spring manufacturing and technology with a history of more than 70 years of research and development of technologically advanced air springs for the global marketplace. With headquarters in Indianapolis, Ind., and quality-certified manufacturing/assembly plants and technical centers throughout North America, Latin America, Europe and Asia, the company produces suspension products for commercial trucks & trailers, cars, sport utility vehicles, light trucks, minivans, vans and motor homes. Firestone facilities are ISO-14001, ISO-9001 and TS-16949 Certified.
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INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Firestone Industrial Products Company, LLC announces its R4Tech™ air suspension system will be featured on the PowerBlock TV show “Trucks!” on Sept. 10-11, 2011 at 12 p.m. EST on Spike TV.
The upcoming episodes will showcase a complete R4Tech system installation on a 2011 Ford F-250, demonstrated by “Trucks!” hosts Kevin Tetz and Ryan Shand.
Designed to replace the factory leaf spring suspension, Firestone’s R4Tech system delivers an improved ride at all times by utilizing the variable spring rate of the air spring to stiffen when the truck is loaded and soften when unloaded. The R4Tech hybrid air/leaf suspension system features a Firestone Airide™ air spring, Ride-Rite™ air accessories and a SANLUIS Rassini® leaf-spring suspension to create a fully functional system that adjusts for varying load capacities.
Firestone and SANLUIS Rassini engineers have designed multiple applications to fit both 2WD and 4WD trucks as well as all cab and bed configurations. The complete R4Tech system comes with the Rassini foundation suspension – including leaf plates, lower trailing link, J-spring, spring perches and mounting brackets – the Airide air spring and an air compressor control system that maintains the proper air level in the spring for the exact load you’re carrying. Professional installation is recommended for R4Tech systems, which use the same factory holes as the OEM leaf suspension.
Firestone offers a line of Complete Suspension Solutions for today’s trucks that includes Ride-Rite™, Sport-Rite™, Coil-Rite™ and Level-Rite™ air helper springs; Work-Rite™ load assist springs; and the R4Tech™ hybrid air/leaf suspension system. These products have become synonymous with quality, durability and outstanding customer support. For more information, visit www.ride-rite.com.
About Firestone Industrial Products
Firestone Industrial Products Company, LLC, a subsidiary of Firestone Diversified Products, LLC, specializes in air spring manufacturing and technology with a history of more than 70 years of research and development of technologically advanced air springs for the global marketplace. With headquarters in Indianapolis, Ind., and quality-certified manufacturing/assembly plants and technical centers throughout North America, Latin America, Europe and Asia, the company produces suspension products for commercial trucks & trailers, cars, sport utility vehicles, light trucks, minivans, vans and motor homes. Firestone facilities are ISO-14001, ISO-9001 and TS-16949 Certified.
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PowerBlock's "Trucks!" is the ideal how-to show for street truck enthusiasts. It focuses on customizing, painting and modifying new and classic, domestic and import, 2WD and 4WD pickups, SUVs and diesels. Trucks! also features event coverage that includes new truck tests, lifestyle truck-ins, custom shows and race events. You can catch Trucks! on PowerBlock on Spike TV Saturdays and Sundays at 12 p.m. EST. Visit http://www.powerblocktv.com/site3/index.php/trucks for more information.
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INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – The popular PowerBlock TV show “Trucks!” will feature a Firestone Industrial Products’ Ride-Rite™ installation during its upcoming episodes July 9 and 10, 2011 on Spike TV.
“Trucks!” hosts Kevin Tetz and Ryan Shand installed a no-drill Ride-Rite air helper springs kit on a 2011 Ford F-350 Super Duty that is used throughout the PowerBlock’s sister series, “Search & Restore.” As part of the series, the F-350 travels the country hauling a tri-axle enclosed trailer to pick up vehicles in need of restoration and repair from deserving citizens.
Firestone’s Ride-Rite kits, which mount between the truck’s frame and suspension, use air pressure to maximize the truck’s safe load carrying capacity, vehicle stability and braking effectiveness. By varying the air pressure in the Ride-Rite springs, the “Search & Restore” crew can keep their F-350 level and maintain its ride quality while transporting a heavy vehicle load.
A pair of Ride-Rite air springs can provide up to 5,000 pounds of load leveling capacity. (Note: Air springs do not increase the load-carrying capacity of the vehicle. Do not exceed the vehicle’s recommended Gross Vehicle Weight Rating [GVWR]).
“Trucks!” also showcases the installation of Firestone’s Wireless Air Command air accessory system, which provides an instant air source that lets users easily adjust the Ride-Rite air springs both side-to-side and front-to-rear to maintain ride quality
during varying load capacities and road conditions. Plus, the system features three preset buttons so drivers can store their most frequently used air pressure settings.
Firestone offers a line of Complete Suspension Solutions for today’s trucks that includes Ride-Rite™, Sport-Rite™, Coil-Rite™ and Level-Rite™ air helper springs; Work-Rite™ load assist springs; and the R4Tech™ hybrid air/leaf suspension system. These products have become synonymous with quality, durability and outstanding customer support. For more information, visit www.ride-rite.com.
About Firestone Industrial Products
Firestone Industrial Products Company, LLC, a subsidiary of Firestone Diversified Products, LLC, specializes in air spring manufacturing and technology with a history of more than 70 years of research and development of technologically advanced air springs for the global marketplace. With headquarters in Indianapolis, Ind., and quality-certified manufacturing/assembly plants and technical centers throughout North America, Latin America, Europe and Asia, the company produces suspension products for commercial trucks & trailers, cars, sport utility vehicles, light trucks, minivans, vans and motor homes. Firestone facilities are ISO-14001, ISO-9001 and TS-16949 Certified.
About Trucks!
PowerBlock's "Trucks!" is the ideal how-to show for street truck enthusiasts. It focuses on customizing, painting and modifying new and classic, domestic and import, 2WD and 4WD pickups, SUVs and diesels. Trucks! also features event coverage that includes new truck tests, lifestyle truck-ins, custom shows and race events. You can catch Trucks! on PowerBlock on Spike TV Saturdays and Sundays at 12:00 p.m. EST. Visit http://www.powerblocktv.com/site3/index.php/trucks for more information.
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INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. (May 13, 2011) – Firestone Industrial Products Company, LLC's (FSIP) new Global Technical Center in Fishers, Ind., recently rolled out the red carpet for community leaders, hosting an open house to share information about its company and products.
Vincent led the open house alongside Ken Weaver, the Chairman, President and CEO of Firestone Diversified Products, FSIP's parent company. Each made remarks to the crowd, which included Firestone employees as well as local officials.
"We were very excited to invite the community to tour our new, world-class facility and learn how we design, build and test our air springs," said FSIP President John Vincent. "Our long-standing partnerships with the Hamilton County and Indianapolis communities are very important to us, so we wanted to show our leaders Firestone's state-of-the-art facility."
"The Global Technical Center's mission is to develop and evaluate the performance of new products," Weaver told the crowd. "These folks do an outstanding job, and now they have a truly remarkable facility that matches their talents."
In his remarks, Weaver also noted that over the past 70 years, FSIP has grown from a single plant in Indiana to a multinational manufacturing and distribution company, designing and building more air springs for more applications than any other company in the world.
The FSIP Global Technical Center employs nine teammates and is located at 9952 East 121st Street in Fishers, Ind.
About Firestone Industrial Products Company, LLC (FSIP)
Success in designing and manufacturing air springs to cushion the ride of vehicles that support the world's transportation infrastructure has fueled FSIP's growth from a single plant in 1936 to becoming the world's number one air spring manufacturer. With employees throughout the world, the company's U.S. headquarters is located in Indianapolis, Ind. FSIP has a European office and technical center in Arnhem, Netherlands; two North American plants; international manufacturing facilities in Brazil, Poland, India and Costa Rica; and an assembly facility in China. From these locations, FSIP has the global footprint to supply customers ranging from Daimler Trucks and PACCAR, to Lincoln and Land Rover. In addition to supplying Airide™ air springs to vehicle original equipment manufacturers, FSIP also makes air springs for the industrial market, and the heavy duty and light duty aftermarkets. In the enthusiast aftermarket, FSIP is an industry leader with the Ride-Rite™, Coil-Rite™ and Level-Rite™ brands of air helper springs.
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INDIANAPOLIS (USA) (Jan. 18, 2011) — Firestone Industrial Products
Company, LLC (FSIP) has named Albino Pinto as director of its São Paulo,
Brazil, facility. Pinto succeeds Acacio Santos, who is retiring after serving as a
valued member of the Bridgestone Americas family since 1973.
“Albino’s industry knowledge and extensive work experience are ideal for this
position. With his leadership, we will continue to provide the global air springs
market with a superior product,” said John Vincent, president at FSIP.
Pinto began his career 31 years ago in billing at Bridgestone de Brasil (BSBR).
Since then, he has held a number of roles within the company, including senior
financial operations analyst, financial operations supervisor and export manager
at the Brazilian tire division. From 1999 to 2002, Pinto served as operations
manager and controller for Bridgestone Latin America at the Nashville, Tenn.,
USA, facility. In 2002, he returned to Brazil and most recently became
export/import and bid sales manager at BSBR.
Pinto holds a Bachelor’s Degree in business administration from Senador
Flaquer University, São Paulo, Brazil.
The Brazil facility manufactures Airide™ air springs for trucks, trailers, commercial
buses, rail cars and mass-transit vehicles. It is one of three FSIP manufacturing
plants to have earned ISO/TS 16949 certification, a technical specification
created by the International Automotive Task Force to align quality system
standards for automotive products worldwide.
About Firestone Industrial Products Company, LLC:
Firestone Industrial Products Company, LLC, a subsidiary of Firestone
Diversified Products LLC, specializes in air spring manufacturing and technology
with a history of more than 70 years of research and development on
technologically advanced air springs. Its famous Airide™ brand has set the
standard for air spring manufacturing and technology since 1939. For more
information, visit www.firestoneip.com.
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For additional information contact:
Christine Reppert
reppertchristine@fsip.com
317.818.8707
Ashley Kasdorf
ashley@millerbrooks.com
317.873.8100
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INDIANAPOLIS (USA) (Feb. 15, 2011) — Firestone Industrial Products Company, LLC (FSIP), a global leader in air spring manufacturing, has named Steve Roberts as North American heavy-duty original equipment (OE) sales manager. Roberts succeeds Mark Hilburger, who now serves as the division manager for marketing.
"Steve brings wide-ranging experience in the heavy-duty trucking industry and is well-equipped to provide extensive support to our customers,” said Michael Sigillito, sales and marketing director at FSIP. “He will play an instrumental role in maximizing Firestone Industrial Products’ market opportunities."
Prior to joining FSIP, Roberts spent 15 years at Tenneco, Inc. Hired as program engineer, he was promoted to manager/account executive where his responsibilities included: delivering new, profitable business; growing existing business; and managing costs through astute negotiation of purchasing agreements and collaboration with the accounts receivable group. His customer base included Volvo Trucks, Mack Trucks and Hendrickson.
Roberts holds a Bachelor of Science (Honors) in Polymer Science and Technology from the Metropolitan University of Manchester, Manchester, England.
About Firestone Industrial Products Company, LLC:
Firestone Industrial Products Company, LLC, a subsidiary of Firestone Diversified Products, LLC, specializes in air spring manufacturing and technology with a history of more than 70 years of research and development on technologically advanced air springs. Its famous Airide™ brand has set the standard for air spring manufacturing and technology since 1939. For more information, visit www.firestoneip.com.
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For additional information contact:
Christine Reppert
reppertchristine@fsip.com
317.818.8707
Ashley Kasdorf
ashley@millerbrooks.com
317.873.8100
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INDIANAPOLIS (USA) (Jan. 31, 2011) - Firestone Industrial Products, LLC today announced an average price increase of five percent on its North American light-duty and heavy-duty air spring products. The increase, driven by the escalating costs of raw materials specifically the unprecedented rise in the cost of natural rubber, is effective April 1, 2011.
"We are committed to managing our product pricing through strategic programs and efficiency improvements internally, however, at this time we're unable to offset rising market costs," said John Vincent, president at Firestone Industrial Products.
About Firestone Industrial Products Company, LLC:Firestone Industrial Products Company, LLC, a subsidiary of Firestone Diversified Products, LLC, specializes in air spring manufacturing and technology with a history of more than 70 years of research and development on technologically advanced air springs. Its famous AirideT brand has set the standard for air spring manufacturing and technology since 1939. For more information, visit www.firestoneip.com.
For additional information contact:
Christine Reppert
reppertchristine@fsip.com
317.818.8707
Ashley Kasdorf
ashley@millerbrooks.com
317.873.8100
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