Helac Corporation Promotes Bill Power to President

Bill Power has achieved significant operational milestones since 2007 resulting in added leadership responsibilities.

Helac Corporation, a manufacturer of hydraulic rotary actuators and construction equipment attachments since 1974, has promoted Bill Power from Chief Operating Officer to President. Power’s promotion to President after his two year tenure at Helac includes additional leadership responsibilities with a stronger emphasis on operations, market and product development, and customer service.

“Bill has become a critical asset to Helac in a very short time. He has guided Helac through the economic downturn and simultaneously continued to lay the foundation for long-term growth by taking care of our customers first, running a lean organization, and developing new products our markets need and want, “ states Dean Weyer, Chief Executive Officer for Helac Corporation. “I look forward to working together with Bill to ensure our customers continue to receive outstanding service and technology advancements from Helac Corporation.”

Since joining Helac in August of 2007, Power has helped guide Helac through the current economic challenges while maintaining a positive cash flow and quickly returning Helac to profitability. He has also led the management team through key initiates to lay the foundation for future growth, including talent development, market driven planning, new product development, and LEAN manufacturing.

Power will continue to drive Helac’s track record and leadership position in the market by understanding and addressing customers’ unmet needs, pursuing continuous improvements, and responding quickly with quality solutions.

Power brings 30 years of experience in the fluid handling industry, including 16 years as the General Manager for Parker Hannifin Corporation in their Zenith Pump and Hydraulic Pump/Motor Divisions. He has sold directly to OEMs and distributors in mobile markets such as agriculture, construction, ground care, forestry and aerial workplatform throughout Europe, Asia and South America.

About Helac Corporation
A leader in the fluid power industry for over 40 years, Helac Corporation designs and manufactures a comprehensive line of hydraulic rotary actuators and construction equipment attachments. Helac rotary actuators are best known for their tremendous torque output, compact dimensions, exceptional load bearing capability and rugged, reliable performance. Helac PowerTilt and PowerGrip, two specialty products, increase the utilization of backhoes and excavators. Thousands of worldwide customers in diverse markets depend on Helac’s product line to provide product quality, reliability, ease-of-use and durability.