Howard Grivna
 Biography

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2000 - Present, Sanding Systems Consulting, Inc. Maple Grove, MN
President and Owner
Over the last five years, analyzed the sanding systems of more than 350 different companies and reviewed more than 800 specific wide belt sanders in operation. During this process, became aware of a distinct pattern of operating problems irrespective of the product being manufactured, the machine being used, or the size of the company. Developed a group of products that deal with a wide range of sanding problems including a comprehensive and unique manual detailing problems and solutions, and material removal data.

1990 to 2000, Timesaver Sanders
Executive Vice President, Vice President Sales and Marketing, Vice President North American Operations, Vice President Sales, Vice President Custom Engineered Products and Business Development, and Vice President Product Technology.

1980 to 1990, Abrasive Engineering and Manufacturing
President and General Manager.

1978-1979, Kimwood Corporation
Eastern Regional Sales Manager

1971-1978, Abrasive Engineering and Manufacturing
Founder and President

1959-1971, Timesaver Sanders
Chief Engineer, Plant Manager, Sales Manager, General Manager, Vice President, and Director

Recipient of the Wood Machinery Manufacturer Association's 2002 Ralph Baldwin Award of Excellence.

Two sander developments have resulted in "Challenger" awards at IWF.

Author of Modern Woodworking magazine's bi-monthly article "Sanding Sense."

Holder of ten US Patents in the sanding field.
 

Why not Call Howard Grivna at Sanding Systems Consulting
and use his " sanding sense" to make you dollars.

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