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Garsite, LLC manufactures aircraft refuellers, hydrant dispensers, fuel delivery trucks, above-ground fuel storage tanks, aviation fueling systems, and vacuum pumper trucks in North America. It serves the plane fueling companies, oil companies, airlines, freight distribution companies, and fuel marketers. The company was founded in 1952 and is based in Kansas City, Kansas. As of June 26, 2007, Garsite, LLC is a subsidiary of Walker Stainless Equipment Company, Inc.
Garsite provides 450 Ground Support Refuelers for TACOM
(Kansas City, Kansas): Garsite has partnered with Navistar to provide 450 new ground support refuelers for TACOM this year. These custom built 3,000 Gallon ground support refuelers are ready-to-work and prepared for immediate deployment in the Middle East. Garsite has proven itself as the premier manufacturer of Aircraft Refueler equipment in the world by meeting and exceeding the strict performance specifications of the United States Military. This opportunity has allowed Garsite to advance the Aircraft Refueler industry standards for both build quality and worldwide deployment efficiency.
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Titan Logix Corp. Signs Sales & Distribution Agreement with Garsite/ Progress
(Kansas City, Kansas): Titan Logix Corp. announced that it has entered into a sales and service distributor agreement with Garsite/ Progress LLC. Under the contract Garsite will promote, sell and service Titan's TD80 in the territories of the U.S., Central and South America as an exclusive representative within the aviation industry. This partnership with Garsite is a major step in growth strategy in working on business to achieve and sustain a North American competitive advantage in the mobile level measurement industry.
Garsite Expands Above Ground Fueling Systems Division With Paul Sundby
(Kansas City, Kansas): Garsite announces the hiring of Paul Sundby to manage and enhance their
Above Ground Fueling Systems Division.
Garsite, the leader in refueler manufacturing, is now expanding their Above Ground Fueling Systems Division's capabilities to meet the increased market demands both nationally and internationally.
"Paul Sundby comes to Garsite with an extensive background in the design and installation of these highly regulated systems and will be a tremendous asset to our continuing growth in this market." said David Mittleman, V.P. Sales and Marketing for Garsite.
Paul Sundby will be responsible for the sales and marketing of the AST division and will coordinate the design, engineering and installation of Garsite projects.
Garsite, the leader in refueler manufacturing, is now expanding their Above Ground Fueling Systems Division's capabilities to meet the increased market demands both nationally and internationally.
"Paul Sundby comes to Garsite with an extensive background in the design and installation of these highly regulated systems and will be a tremendous asset to our continuing growth in this market." said David Mittleman, V.P. Sales and Marketing for Garsite.
Paul Sundby will be responsible for the sales and marketing of the AST division and will coordinate the design, engineering and installation of Garsite projects.
Garsite Introduces Insite™, The Programmable In-Vehicle Logic and Safety Control System For Aircraft Refuelers
(Kansas City, Kansas): Garsite unvailed it's latest technology advancement for aircraft refuelers, Insite™ by
Garsite, at the recent AS3 show in Orlando, Florida.
"The positive response to our new control system proves to us that both the product and the timing are right for our market. It provides the safety and efficiency benefits that operators are looking for." stated David Mittleman, V.P. of Sales and Marketing for Garsite.
Insite™ by Garsite is the most comprehensive in-vehicle safety, logic and diagnostic system to be developed for aircraft refuelers.
Steven Paul, Garsite president said, "We have been developing and testing this system to provide our customers with the safest and most efficient refuelers ever built. The Insite™ system combines the best engineering and best technology with one goal...to assist the operator in all aspects of managing the refueler in the safest and most efficient way."
The Insite™ programmable logic and safety control system features include:
• Self Diagnostics - Constantly monitors relevant refueler and chassis systems and reports the status on the information center.
• Improved Safety - Insite™ alerts the operator when unsafe conditions exist. The safety trigger points and alerts can be customized to meet user requirements.
• Greater Reliability - Our engineers have designed a fully integrated system which reduces the number of moving parts and eliminates third party compatibility.
• Information Center - Displays step by step operating instructions and trouble shooting procedures.
• Remote Communication - Insite™ includes a modem providing access to on-board information allowing remote communication directly with the refueler.
• Pre-engineered Harnesses - Pre-assembled harnesses have been developed for this system for easy plug and play connections. The state-of-the-art vapor proof connectors add to greater reliability.
• Data Log - The system stores data and logs events for traceability.
Charlie Wohlers, Garsite's V.P. of Operations stated, "We have extensively researched the needs of our users and the available technology and developed Insite™ to incorporate all the key features from the research. We are confident that this is the best system on the market and it will allow operators to achieve the highest performance possible at the safest manner possible."
"The positive response to our new control system proves to us that both the product and the timing are right for our market. It provides the safety and efficiency benefits that operators are looking for." stated David Mittleman, V.P. of Sales and Marketing for Garsite.
Insite™ by Garsite is the most comprehensive in-vehicle safety, logic and diagnostic system to be developed for aircraft refuelers.
Steven Paul, Garsite president said, "We have been developing and testing this system to provide our customers with the safest and most efficient refuelers ever built. The Insite™ system combines the best engineering and best technology with one goal...to assist the operator in all aspects of managing the refueler in the safest and most efficient way."
The Insite™ programmable logic and safety control system features include:
• Self Diagnostics - Constantly monitors relevant refueler and chassis systems and reports the status on the information center.
• Improved Safety - Insite™ alerts the operator when unsafe conditions exist. The safety trigger points and alerts can be customized to meet user requirements.
• Greater Reliability - Our engineers have designed a fully integrated system which reduces the number of moving parts and eliminates third party compatibility.
• Information Center - Displays step by step operating instructions and trouble shooting procedures.
• Remote Communication - Insite™ includes a modem providing access to on-board information allowing remote communication directly with the refueler.
• Pre-engineered Harnesses - Pre-assembled harnesses have been developed for this system for easy plug and play connections. The state-of-the-art vapor proof connectors add to greater reliability.
• Data Log - The system stores data and logs events for traceability.
Charlie Wohlers, Garsite's V.P. of Operations stated, "We have extensively researched the needs of our users and the available technology and developed Insite™ to incorporate all the key features from the research. We are confident that this is the best system on the market and it will allow operators to achieve the highest performance possible at the safest manner possible."
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Garsite Fuels Freedom Worldwide
(Kansas City, Kansas): At Garsite, we are a proud supplier of aviation refueling equipment to our miltary. Garsite is the largest manufacturer of aircraft refuelers, hydrant dispensers, fuel delivery trucks and above ground fuel storage systems in North America. Various Armed Services throughout the world have also depended on Garsite to provide refueling solutions.
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Western Aircraft, inc. Enhances Customer Support Services with new fleet of Garsite aircraft refuelers
(Boise, Idaho): Western Aircraft, Inc. located in Boise, Idaho is the largest aviation services company in the
northwestern United States. Western Aircraft has selected GARSITE to provide their new fleet
of aviation refueling equipment: (1) 10,000 gallon jet refueler, (5) 5,000 gallon jet refuelers,
and (1) GSE unit.
Operating as a full-service FBO, Western Aircraft is an FAA certified aircraft repair station, and a factory authorized maintenance/modification facility for Dassault Falcon, Raytheon Hawker/Beechcraft, Pilatus, Cessna, Honeywell, and Collins. The company is also the number one Pilatus PC-12 dealer worldwide, while also maintaining more Pilatus PC-12's than any other authorized service center. Additionally, it is the exclusive dealer of the new ATG Javelin for the western U.S.
"We are a customer-driven company, with state-of-the art services. Our newly renovated FBO terminal facility has nearly tripled in size. Our refueling fleet must also meet our high standards for safety, dependability and our long-term needs," said Ken Hawk, V.P. of FBO Services, Western Aircraft. "GARSITE's professionalism and dedication to supporting Western's requirements, plus their performance history, health, safety, and environmental standards, leading-edge technology, and dependability, has made GARSITE our clear choice. We are delighted to have GARSITE as the valued supplier of our new refueler fleet." Hawk stated.
Western Aircraft is an AvFuel branded FBO and is the leading fuel supplier for commercial airlines and private aircraft at Boise's Gowen Field.
David Mittleman, V.P Sales and Marketing for GARSITE stated, "We are more than pleased to have been selected by Western Aircraft to provide their fleet of new GARSITE refuelers. Our production capabilities, quality, and overall value make GARSITE the right choice to enhance Western Aircraft's dedication to customer services, safety, dependability, and bottom-line profitability."
Operating as a full-service FBO, Western Aircraft is an FAA certified aircraft repair station, and a factory authorized maintenance/modification facility for Dassault Falcon, Raytheon Hawker/Beechcraft, Pilatus, Cessna, Honeywell, and Collins. The company is also the number one Pilatus PC-12 dealer worldwide, while also maintaining more Pilatus PC-12's than any other authorized service center. Additionally, it is the exclusive dealer of the new ATG Javelin for the western U.S.
"We are a customer-driven company, with state-of-the art services. Our newly renovated FBO terminal facility has nearly tripled in size. Our refueling fleet must also meet our high standards for safety, dependability and our long-term needs," said Ken Hawk, V.P. of FBO Services, Western Aircraft. "GARSITE's professionalism and dedication to supporting Western's requirements, plus their performance history, health, safety, and environmental standards, leading-edge technology, and dependability, has made GARSITE our clear choice. We are delighted to have GARSITE as the valued supplier of our new refueler fleet." Hawk stated.
Western Aircraft is an AvFuel branded FBO and is the leading fuel supplier for commercial airlines and private aircraft at Boise's Gowen Field.
David Mittleman, V.P Sales and Marketing for GARSITE stated, "We are more than pleased to have been selected by Western Aircraft to provide their fleet of new GARSITE refuelers. Our production capabilities, quality, and overall value make GARSITE the right choice to enhance Western Aircraft's dedication to customer services, safety, dependability, and bottom-line profitability."
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Garsite Grows in Ohio!
(Findlay, OH): Garsite has expanded into a 21,000 sq. ft. manufacturing and refurbishing facility in Findlay, Ohio. Our goal is to make sure that all of our customers can experience the high-quality service and support that Garsite has become known for. Our new location in Ohio will allow us to better serve our customers by providing faster turn-around times on our Aviation Refuelers, Refurbished Units and stock parts for immediate and long tem needs as well as multi-faceted and immediate support nationwide.
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Garsite Provides Airport Refuelers to Continental Airlines / Allied Aviation
(Houston, TX): Garsite is proud to congratulate Continental Airlines and Allied Aviation in Houston, TX for taking delivery of a new fleet of aircraft refuelers and hydrant dispensers for use at George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Allied Aviation, the consortium in-to-plane agent, will utilize the new refuelers to service additional flights for Continental Airlines. Janet Peters, the Director Fuel Services , of Continental Airlines, is pictured standing next to one of the new Garsite hydrant dispensers.
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Garsite is Awarded Contract for New Aviation Refueler Fleet to ASA for 5th Consecutive Year, December 2005
Garsite is proud to have been awarded the contract to supply ASA (AEROPUERTOS y Servicios Auxiliares of Mexico) with a new fleet of aircraft refuelers for the 5th consecutive year. Since 2001, Garsite has been the exclusive supplier to ASA and has supplied over 75 new aircraft refuelers, hydrant dispensers and hydrant carts to cities throughout Mexico.
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Garsite/Southwest Airlines Promote Environmental Excellence with New Solar Carts.
David Mittleman (Senior VP, Garsite), and Steven Paul (President, Garsite) met with Colleen Barrett (President, Southwest Airlines) in Kansas City, Kansas, and spoke with her about the over 150 solor-powered carts that Garsite has built for Southwest Airlines for their operations through out the United Sates. Ms. Barrett thanked Garsite for a great initial start-up and continued support.
The solar-powered carts were jointly designed by Southwest Airlines and Garsite. The goal of the project was to improve the manufacturing possibilities with positive design advancements. Good design makes a difference, as these solar-powered carts show. Through their creative collaboration based around design and in-the-field equipment needs, Garsite was able to produce a product that promotes positive environmental development, leading the aviation refueler industry to reach higher standards.
The solar-powered carts were jointly designed by Southwest Airlines and Garsite. The goal of the project was to improve the manufacturing possibilities with positive design advancements. Good design makes a difference, as these solar-powered carts show. Through their creative collaboration based around design and in-the-field equipment needs, Garsite was able to produce a product that promotes positive environmental development, leading the aviation refueler industry to reach higher standards.
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Ascent Technologies Honors Garsite with Award
gar-fish (gär’fish), a hearty fish dating back to pre-historic times which has lasted through the ages and is still swimming with vigor today.
At a recent dealer meeting hosted by Ascent Technologies in Lake Placid, Had Fuller, CEO of Ascent Technologies, honored Steven Paul of Garsite with the heralded "GarFish Award" signifying that Garsite has continued to support Ascent Technologies with high quality refuelers throughout the ages.
At a recent dealer meeting hosted by Ascent Technologies in Lake Placid, Had Fuller, CEO of Ascent Technologies, honored Steven Paul of Garsite with the heralded "GarFish Award" signifying that Garsite has continued to support Ascent Technologies with high quality refuelers throughout the ages.
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New Ohio Location to Serve You
Our new location in Ohio is open! This location was opened to service the needs of our customers that are in the eastern part of the United States. This group will concentrate on servicing and refurbishing. Joe Spoon will be in charge of the operation of the facility and looks forward to the challenge of providing superior service and quality.
Garsite Increases Capacity by Constructing New Manufacturing Facilities
Garsite is now fully operational in our new manufacturing plant constructed in Arthur, IL. The new structure, which nearly doubles the manufacturing space in Illinois, also includes all new state-of-the-art equipment and machinery which has significantly increased efficiency and overall quality.
Garsite Expands the Customer Relations Team
David Mittleman
We are pleased to announce the hiring of David as our Vice President of Sales and Marketing. David will oversee all sales and marketing efforts of Garsite and Progress Tank. David comes to us with over 15 years of marketing and sales experience.
We are pleased to announce the hiring of David as our Vice President of Sales and Marketing. David will oversee all sales and marketing efforts of Garsite and Progress Tank. David comes to us with over 15 years of marketing and sales experience.
Steve Benson
We are pleased to announce the hiring of Steve as our National Account Manager. Steve will concentrate on providing the highest level of service to some of our key accounts and will also focus on developing new business.
We are pleased to announce the hiring of Steve as our National Account Manager. Steve will concentrate on providing the highest level of service to some of our key accounts and will also focus on developing new business.
Joe Spoon
We are pleased to announce the hiring of Joe as our Vice President of Operations for our new Ohio facility. Joe will manage our new Ohio production facility and will provide the high quality aircraft refuellers to which you have been accustomed.
We are pleased to announce the hiring of Joe as our Vice President of Operations for our new Ohio facility. Joe will manage our new Ohio production facility and will provide the high quality aircraft refuellers to which you have been accustomed.
Miguel Fernandez
We are pleased to announce the hiring of Miguel as our Latin American Regional Account Manager. Miguel will concentrate on developing new business and providing excellent service for Latin American customers.
We are pleased to announce the hiring of Miguel as our Latin American Regional Account Manager. Miguel will concentrate on developing new business and providing excellent service for Latin American customers.
