Scott Rankin

Visionary & President

Home town: Dresher, Pa. Born in Akron, Ohio.

Educational Credentials: I have a degree in Marketing from Temple University.

Experience: My first job was cleaning a church when I was 10. My first professional job out of college was with Porsche in Germany.

When hired at Vulcan: As a child Vulcan was always a part of my life…picking up springs off the floor when it was in our basement and sweeping floors. But the real work started in 1984 when I was hired full time in sales.

Why I chose Vulcan: I think Vulcan chose me.

Hobbies: I have an amazing wife and 3 kids, and I love to play with cars. Old cars. 1960s and ’70s. My wife and I made a movie that was released fall 2012. A fun family Christmas movie, “Angels Sing”. www.anglessingmovie.com. It is available On Demand and can be found on the Hallmark channel during the holiday season.

Philanthropic Endeavors: This is where the fun begins - We are the sole support of an orphanage in India called Hebron Children’s Home. I’m on the board of the Walnut Street Theatre in Philadelphia. I help at a camp each year to teach teens from around the world to be leaders in their communities. I mentor kids in robotics for FIRST robotics, give to support Family Life and the Philadelphia Zoo as well as many other organizations.

A Person who (or event that) inspired you: My time in Germany was very important to me. It was my first real experience learning to live on my own far from the comforts of home. I gained appreciation of other people and their cultures and decided that through that experience I would rather be a fountain and not a drain in the world. I found that everyone that I had met had a skill that I could learn from.

In your opinion, what is the greatest engineering achievement of all time: I’m kind of partial to the wheel. It seems to be really useful and I don’t know who really came up with the idea. I think it is highly underrated considering everyone seems to use one. I think we should have a yearly celebration of the wheel.

What car you'd drive, if money (or street laws) were no object: Bad question for me. I love my 1971 Chevelle convertible. Not the most expensive but I sure do feel good driving it. I’ve driven more expensive and fancier cars, but this is still my favorite. It makes me smile when I hear the engine roar when I hit the gas.

Contact: scott@vulcanspring.com

Bill Krauss

Chief Operating Officer

Home town: Grosse Pointe Woods, Michigan (suburban Detroit)

Educational Credentials: B.S., Economics, Penn State University

Experience: 35 years experience in the spring industry.

When hired at Vulcan: 1996

Why I chose Vulcan: I met Scott Rankin shortly after I began working in the industry. We both represented our respective companies at industry meetings, and as we got to know each other better it seemed like we were destined to join forces some day. After 12 years I finally decided it was time for a change and joined Vulcan. Over the years I believe we have proven that our skills provide a great balance. We both take our responsibilities very seriously, but are able to have fun at the same time.

Hobbies: Enjoy playing golf but my dedication to spring-making has ruined any hopes I had of making the senior tour. So instead, I try to keep active and enjoy long walks because this is when I do my best thinking! Woodworking & projects around the house are also relaxing activities when time permits. Also enjoy trips with my wife (and sometimes the kids too!).

Philanthropic Endeavors: I have done a little work with some of the local schools to educate kids on opportunities in manufacturing careers. Thanks to our media, too many people see manufacturing as nothing but dirty dead-end jobs, when in truth there are vast opportunities for challenging and rewarding careers. As a veteran in industry I feel a responsibility to promote manufacturing and attract our next generation of workers.

A Person who (or event that) inspired you: My father inspired my love of manufacturing at a very young age by taking me through large automobile parts and assembly plants in Detroit. He ran a large division of a tier-1 supplier and I would often go to work with him on Saturdays and walk through the plant. The sights, sounds and smells of the gigantic presses making body panels for automobiles are permanently etched in my memory. At the age of 18 I spent the summer working in a plant that made truck wheels and decided I wanted to pursue a career in manufacturing.

In your opinion, what is the greatest engineering achievement of all time: The jet engine and commercial aircraft have changed our world by allowing people to travel freely and safely around the world.

What car you'd drive, if money (or street laws) were no object: With my long commute (over an hour each way), I would actually prefer to fly a personal jet. If I could take off from my driveway and land on Vulcan’s roof my life would be so much better! I actually believe personal jet craft (yes like the Jetsons!) are not that far off and will have a dramatic impact on how people travel in the future.

Contact: bill@vulcanspring.com

Donny Berrios

Customer Service

Home town: Naranjito, Puerto Rico

Experience: Bringing critical customer service and business management experience to the company

When hired at Vulcan: 06/2005

Why I chose Vulcan: I wanted a change from 25 years in the Jewelry Business

Hobbies: Singing in the choir, acting on our church productions

Philanthropic Endeavors: My family and I support different missionaries that help people across the world.

A Person who (or event that) inspired you: My inspiration comes from my faith in Jesus Christ who changed my life.

In your opinion, what is the greatest engineering achievement of all time: The computer

What car you'd drive, if money (or street laws) were no object: Bugatti

Contact: dberrios@vulcanspring.com

Chris Bauer

Strategic Account Manager

Home town: Bethel Park, PA (Pittsburgh)

Educational Credentials: Bloomsburg University

Experience: I started my career after graduation from Bloomsburg with Vulcan and worked with them from 2001 to 2004.

When hired at Vulcan: February 11, 2019

Why I chose Vulcan: Great products, great people and a great outlook for the future. I am very excited to be back at Vulcan to help them continue to grow and expand further into the POP and Industrial market places.

Hobbies: Hockey, Baseball, Golf and whatever it is that my kids are into on any given day, week or month. I am slowly dabbling in the art of making cutting boards as well.

Philanthropic Endeavors: I volunteer as a coach in the Hershey Jr Bears Hockey organization and two little league organizations.

A Person who (or event that) inspired you: There are a couple parts to this. Family (parents & grandparents) have always be big and will continue to be. Hard work, determination and staying humble have been great life lessons. Another individual that continues to be inspiring is Johnny Cupcakes (johnnycupcakes.com) - He makes tshirts that cover many things in the pop culture catagory. His entire line and his stores have a baking theme. His idea started out as a joke in sense and it has turned into a company that has a tremendous following. He speaks to students at universities and at foture 500 companies. His mindset in the business world always impresses me and he has fun with what he does.

In your opinion, what is the greatest engineering achievement of all time: Oh boy, this is tough b/c there are so many achievements that overlap in a sense. For me, it has to be the computer. When you see how much or how many things run off of some form of a computer it is pretty impressive what can be accomplished and how far that

What car you'd drive, if money (or street laws) were no object: Porsche GT3 RS

Contact: cbauer@vulcanspring.com

David Frederick

Manufacturing Manager

Home town: Perkasie, PA

Educational Credentials: BS Aerospace Engr (Penn State); MBA & Engineering, Manufacturing Systems Engr (Lehigh)

Experience: Experience in aerospace, mechanical, environmental, and manufacturing systems engineering, as well as business administration

When hired at Vulcan: September 2012

Why I chose Vulcan: Opportunity to get involved with all aspects of the company.

Hobbies: Hiking, Camping, Penn State Tailgating & Football

Philanthropic Endeavors: Appalachia Service Project (home repair organization)

In your opinion, what is the greatest engineering achievement of all time: Personal computing and the internet

What car you'd drive, if money (or street laws) were no object: I really don't know if I would switch from my Chevy Silverado

Contact: davef@vulcanspring.com

Glenn Stewart

Chief Financial Officer

Home town: Perkasie, Pa

Educational Credentials: Kutztown University - BSBA in Accounting, Certified Public Accountant

Experience: 16 years working in Public Accounting as a Shareholder and CPA in a local Accounting Firm. Working in Private Industry as a CFO since 2004.

When hired at Vulcan: 12/7/2015

Why I chose Vulcan: Vulcan Spring has been a client at my former accounting firm for many years and I was aware of how prosperous the Company has been over that time. Strong leadership and the family like atmosphere have made this a successful Company.

Hobbies: Playing Golf

Philanthropic Endeavors: On the boards of Pennridge Ice Hockey Club and the Pennridge Golf.

A Person who (or event that) inspired you: Our Family had a house fire in 2006 and with having just the clothing on our backs the outpouring of care and giving from the people in our community who we didn’t even know has had quite an inspiring effect on myself and my family. There are so many good, kind people in this world and we as a family try to go out of our way for people in need.

In your opinion, what is the greatest engineering achievement of all time: The internet has become so important in our everyday lives both personal and in business that it would be inconceivable to live without it today. It brings the entire knowledge of mankind to our fingertips and directly connects people from around the world. Its importance to us has yet to be fully realized.

What car you'd drive, if money (or street laws) were no object: Porsche Panamera GTS

Contact: glenn@vulcanspring.com

Gregory Melanson

Applications Engineer

Home town: Telford, PA

Educational Credentials: B.S. Mechanical Engineering

Experience: Experience in custom machine design for the pharmaceutical, food processing, primary metals, wire rope, and oil & gas industries.

When hired at Vulcan: October 1, 2018

Why I chose Vulcan: Vulcan Spring offered me the opportunity to build specific technical abilities and knowledge in our product line while also lending my engineering skills to the success of my customer's projects.

Hobbies: Listening to music, road and trail bike riding, reading, and brewing specialty coffee.

Philanthropic Endeavors: Service in various roles at Immanuel Church of the Nazarene in Lansdale, PA.

A Person who (or event that) inspired you: The Industrial Revolution in America.

In your opinion, what is the greatest engineering achievement of all time: The first manned voyage to the moon.

What car you'd drive, if money (or street laws) were no object: Mercedes G63 AMG 6X6

Contact: gmelanson@vulcanspring.com

Jocelyn Merlo

Customer Service

Educational Credentials: Bachelor of Arts / Literature & Writing

When hired at Vulcan: July 2004

Why I chose Vulcan: Supportive culture - and the caliber of the people I work with.

A Person who (or event that) inspired you: I'm inspired by people with the creativity to imagine and the bravery to make it so.

In your opinion, what is the greatest engineering achievement of all time: Perhaps not on the list of the 100 greatest engineering achievements of all time, but the relocation of WWII German U-Boat U-505 to a below-ground chamber in the Chicago Museum of Science and Industry is a pretty remarkable and fascinating feat.

What car you'd drive, if money (or street laws) were no object: An all-wheel drive convertible with a car seat for my dog. Since street laws are no object, it should include a device to alert rude drivers to the error of their ways.

Contact: jmerlo@vulcanspring.com

Jon Racis

Sales Manager

Home town: Wilmington, DE

Educational Credentials: M.S. Health Informatics Saint Joseph's University; B.S. Sports Management Wilmington University

Experience: Volunteer Coach First Tee; Volunteer at 2013 US Open at Merion Golf Club

When hired at Vulcan: June 2013

Why I chose Vulcan: Vulcan Spring offered the opportunity to contribute and support to projects that change the way our world works. I have been given the opportunity to work on the front end of such things are cutting-edge medical devices and concepts for automobiles, as well as specific aerospace and defense programs. Vulcan empowers its employees to grow and provides all the necessary tools for success.

Hobbies: Golf, fitness, Baxter, food and drink, movies, the beach, travel, Superbowl Champion Philadelphia Eagles

Philanthropic Endeavors: Contribute to the first tee of Delaware and various dog rescue organizations

A Person who (or event that) inspired you: My father. He worked his way through the Army and completed his education while growing up without very much. His is incredibly skilled and intelligent, yet very humble. He never puts himself first and will jump to help others. He is a great family man and continues to improve himself every day.

In your opinion, what is the greatest engineering achievement of all time: The internet. It completely changed the way we do everything, and it allows us to communicate instantly with people all over the World.

What car you'd drive, if money (or street laws) were no object: I'm not really a car guy, but I wouldn't say no if you were to offer me a Bentley Continental

Contact: jonr@vulcanspring.com

Sue Geitz

Human Resource Manager

Home town: Telford, PA

Educational Credentials: B.S. in Business

Experience: I grew up in a small manufacturing family business which helped me build my foundation and core work ethic. That foundation has transitioned into over 20+ years of Human Resource experience in a variety of industries including hospitality, pharmaceutical, aerospace/defense and back into manufacturing. With each opportunity I gained incredible knowledge, learned from some of the best and worst co-workers, grew as an individual and have been able to give back to each employer and fellow co-workers.

Why I chose Vulcan: There are many reasons why. Our team here stands apart from any other organization I have previously worked for. I am excited to be part of a company that has so many opportunities and possibilities ahead of them. Vulcan has an incredibly bright future and to be a part of continuing the existing legacy and help craft and build the company’s future is not a chance that comes along often at your place of work. I am thrilled to be a part of this team and work with such great people.

Hobbies: I enjoy spending time with my 3 German Shepherds, whether it is at the shore, hiking or snuggling at home. My happy place is close to the water where I am paddle boarding, out on a boat, kayaking or lounging reading a good book. Food is one of my best friends and can get lost in the kitchen or cooking over the grill old family recipes or coming up with something new and creative.

Philanthropic Endeavors: All of my dogs are rescues. It started with one and then there was the next fuzzy face I could not say no to. And then came number 3. One I trained to be a Search & Rescues K9. I support Woody’s Place Senior Shepherd Sanctuary for whom I am currently forever fostering a beautiful 10 year old boy that recently joined our pack. Being a part of a family that has veterans of the Air Force, Marines and a current member of the United States Army I am a supporter of our military and of the Wounded Warriors organization.

A Person who (or event that) inspired you: My mom was my biggest fan and my hero. We had the opportunity to spend 2 weeks, no agenda, an open road and no plan, driving from Las Vegas to Philly. We zig zagged across the country having our own “Thelma and Louise” adventure hitting a few spots like the Hoover Dam, Bryce, Zion & Arches National Parks, Jackson Hole, Old Faithful, Devils Tower, Mount Rushmore and the House on the Rock along the way. She passed several years later from cancer and if there is anything that I have learned is that life is short, don’t take it for granted, live as if every day is your last, and to stop and smell the roses along the way.

In your opinion, what is the greatest engineering achievement of all time: I believe it to be the wheel. There is not much that we can do today without the original idea/concept/shape of the wheel being a part of the design. It plays a huge factor in transportation to modern day machinery and anything in between.

What car you'd drive, if money (or street laws) were no object: I would not turn down a 1969 Chevy Camaro SS or a 2019 Chevy ZL1. And it would have to be red in color.

Contact: hr@vulcanspring.com

Allen Booz

Sales Engineer

Home town: Telford, PA

Educational Credentials: B.S. in Business with a minor in Electrical Engineering Technology - Spring Garden College - Philadelphia, Pa.

Experience: 21 years’ experience in technical sales and product management

When hired at Vulcan: September 1999

Why I chose Vulcan: Customer-oriented midsize manufacturer that I could help make a difference with.

Hobbies: Biking, kayaking, and golfing

Philanthropic Endeavors: Church activities

A Person who (or event that) inspired you: My father – positive outlook with a strong work ethic.

In your opinion, what is the greatest engineering achievement of all time: The Internet. It enables you to have a vast amount of information at your fingertips and has helped create a more connected global community.

What car you'd drive, if money (or street laws) were no object: Ferrari Enzo

Contact: allen@vulcanspring.com

Andrew Brown

Quality Manager

Home town: Solebury, PA

Educational Credentials: B.S. in Applied Engineering from Millersville University

Experience: Quality Engineer in the Medical and Industrial Markets for over 8 years. Certified Quality Engineer from ASQ.

When hired at Vulcan: July 25, 2016

Why I chose Vulcan: Vulcan seemed to be a great opportunity for me to not only learn but grow as a QE but also as a Quality Manager. Vulcan remains a great opportunity for me to continue my education as a valuable, multifaceted quality professional.

Hobbies: My spare time is filled up with my wife, our two little girls, and projects around the house. Whenever time allows I enjoy firearms sports and working on my car.

Philanthropic Endeavors: I am an Eagle Scout from The Boy Scouts of America and have accomplished many community service type activities in that time. I currently try and give back through my community as much as possible.

A Person who (or event that) inspired you: W E Demming and his teaching of process quality and total quality management systems.

In your opinion, what is the greatest engineering achievement of all time: Either the creation/invention of the wheel or the synthesis of iron into steel.

What car you'd drive, if money (or street laws) were no object: Hmm... A BMW X6 M Dinan, or perhaps an Audi RS7.

Contact: abrown@vulcanspring.com