Sioux Center, IA—August 10, 2005—Groschopp, Inc., a supplier of best-in-class fractional horsepower electric motors, announced the company has again been selected as one of Whirlpool Corporation’s top U.S. suppliers.
From a field of approximately 700 U.S. suppliers, Whirlpool recognized 21 companies for outstanding performance. Groschopp was further honored among five companies who served “with distinction”. The award marks the second consecutive year Groschopp was honored by Whirlpool.
“We are extremely proud to be recognized as a top supplier to Whirlpool Corporation,” said Gerald VanRoekel, President of Groschopp, Inc. “As the world’s leading home appliance manufacturer, Whirlpool has its choice of the finest suppliers. To be distinguished among companies of that caliber is a credit to the dedication of our employees and demonstrates Groschopp’s commitment to excellence.” Candidates were judged primarily on three criteria: quality of their goods, productivity and material management. “The suppliers we partner with are vital in helping us to maintain our status as the world’s leading home appliance manufacturer,” said Franklin Starn, Whirlpool’s vice president for North American procurement.
“Those that we are honoring this year consistently meet our requirements in quality, productivity, engineering, design, availability, and, increasingly, innovation.” Groschopp Inc. is an industry leader in the design and manufacture of highest quality, durability and serviceability fractional horsepower electric motors, gearmotors and reducers.
For further information, contact Groschopp, Inc. 420 15th Street NE, Sioux Center, IA 51250 Email [email protected] PH: 712.722.4135 or 800.829.4135 FAX: 712.722.1445 www.groschopp.com
