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Wednesday Mar 27, 2024
Wednesday Mar 27, 2024
This is an interview between Kurt Moreland, associate publisher with Utility Fleet Professional Magazine, and Ralph Kokot, CEO of Vanair. Ralph discusses his career path from mechanic to CEO and the reasons behind Vanair's recent acquisitions.
Key points:
- Ralph started his career as a mechanic and eventually became a fleet manager at a utility company.
- He acquired Vanair, a mobile power solutions company, in 1997.
- Van Air focuses on electrification of traditionally ice-engine driven components.
- Van Air already offers level two EV charging capabilities.
Providing Mobile Power Solutions® since 1972, Vanair® Manufacturing, located in Michigan City, Indiana, offers the most comprehensive product line of vehicle-mounted air compressors, generators, welders, hydraulics, Electrified Power Equipment®, chargers/boosters, engine starters, and custom products in the world. Elevating the meaning of Mobile Power Solutions® through innovative design, training, and support, Vanair® engineers rugged and dependable products that are used to improve efficiency and productivity worldwide. Vanair® has over 100 standard commercial models ranging from 10 to 1500 CFM and is available in multiple configurations to meet your needs.
- Website - https://vanair.com/
- Phone - 1-800-526-8817
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Interested in being on a UFP Podcast? Email kmoreland@utilitybusinessmedia.com