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Sanding
Systems Consulting, Inc. President, Howard Grivna has over 47 years of experience
and is recognized as one of the foremost authorities in the wide belt sanding
and abrasives industries. He is currently the holder of 10 U.S. patents on various
sanding innovations. In 2002 Howard was the recipient of the Wood Machinery Manufacturer
Association's prestigious "Ralph Baldwin Award Of Excellence" for his contributions
to the industry. Howard is also a contributor to the trade magazine Modern Woodworking
where he authors a bi-monthly column entitled "Sanding Sense."
He
has tenured with various companies in the wood working industry over the years
and is indeed a Master Journeyman at his craft. Howard offers a unique perspective
to his clients. His experience covers Engineering, Sales, Manufacturing, and Operations.
Howard has held various positions that include: Chief Engineer, Plant Manager,
General Manager, Vice President Custom Engineered Products and Business Development,
Vice President Sales and Marketing, and Founder and President. Howard not only
understands the technology but how an organization needs to apply it from top
to bottom. He also has gained an in-depth, knowledge of abrasives, the importance
of their correct interfacing with the sander and the complete sanding process.
Howard
brings a very hands-on and common sense approach to his audits.
He personally meets with the clients and reviews first hand the setup and production
of the sanding operations. His recommendations are specific to your equipment
and conditions. After a proper diagnosis is made, Howard provides customized solutions
and specific training to management down through the operators to ensure the entire
organization is moving forward together. After implementation of your customized
solutions SSC will conduct follow up checks on an as needed basis.
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