ARI-Armaturen Albert Richter GmbH & Co.KG, manufacturer of industrial valves – including isolation, control and safety valves – has announced the promotion of David Melcher as the new President/CEO of ARI-Armaturen USA, LP, effective January 1, 2016. Melcher has 42 years of experience in the valve business, having worked for multiple valve manufacturers throughout his career.
Melcher will replace current President/CEO, John Fain, who will move to a role of Special Projects, due to health-related reasons. Since assuming the position in April 2013, Fain has overseen the expansion of operational capabilities and process establishment at the Houston manufacturing facility. He has also contributed to substantial growth in product sales and support across all North American markets.