The company said it was taking this step to fulfil another prerequisite for profitable growth, as well as driving forward to becoming a customer-oriented technology leader in the areas of measurement technology and preventative fire protection in an even more consistent way.
New recruit Alexander Kuppe is taking over the management of the marketing, sales, after-sales and service departments with immediate effect.
Uwe Kahmann will continue to be responsible for all commercial areas of the company and its subsidiaries, as well as for the UNESCO World Heritage Fagus factory.
Dr Michael Gawronski will continue to manage production, the R&D areas and also quality and information management.
Mr Kuppe started his career in the marketing of machinery and systems which required explanation, since when he has held management positions in the areas of marketing, sales, service and international business development in global medium-sized companies.
“We are convinced that Alexander Kuppe will be a valuable addition to our management team with his experience and commitment,” said Uwe Kahmann.
“Together we will continue the success story of Fagus-GreCon, impress our national and international customers even more with our products and services, and will continuously expand our share of the market.”