Raymond Appointed to Krones Inc. Board of Directors

Franklin, Wis. – Krones Inc, a leader in the manufacture of packaging and bottling systems, today announced that Tim Raymond, Senior Vice President, Sales and Marketing for North America, has been appointed to the Krones Inc North American Board of Directors effective January 1, 2007.    

Rainulf Diepold, member of the Executive Board, Krones AG, Germany said, “During his 17-year tenure at Krones Inc., Tim has been a strong contributor to the company’s growth and leading market presence. Based on his excellent customer relationships and insights into their needs, along with his broad knowledge of the industry and its technology, Tim will be a true asset to the Krones Inc. board.” 

Prior to becoming Senior Vice President, Sales and Marketing for North America, Raymond was Vice President of Sales, Central Division for the company. He joined Krones Inc. as a sales representative. Raymond holds a degree from Ferris State University, Big Rapids, Michigan. Before coming to Krones, Raymond designed and oversaw production of food and beverage processing facilities throughout Central America and the Southeastern United States.

About the company
Krones Inc. is the United States subsidiary of Krones AG, Neutraubling, Germany. The company is a world leader in the manufacture of fully integrated packaging and bottling line systems as well as integrated brew house systems, IT solutions and warehouse logistics systems. The company has facilities strategically located around the globe. Krones’ products include a comprehensive portfolio of PET bottle stretch blow molders; rinsers and bottle washers, mixers and blenders, fillers, pasteurizers, labelers and sleevers, palletizers and depalletizers; packers and unpackers for PET, glass and cans; inspection systems; and conveying systems for containers, packs and pallets. Krones’ United States headquarters is in Franklin, Wis., a suburb of Milwaukee.

01.02.2007