For this week’s edition of the Employee Spotlight, we’d like to introduce one of the latest additions to our team, Elektrogas brand manager, David Smith! We recently spoke to David and got to know a little bit more about him. He talked about his education, background, and experience so far working for Olsträd Engineering. “I Read More
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Elektrogas S Series Actuators
Elektrogas S is a series of solenoid actuators that can be used with Elektrogas VF, VFH, and VFT butterfly valves. The hardware needed to mate VFH to S is included with the actuator, there is no additional hardware to buy. The VFH is a high-temp model; a long stem keeps the actuator from the hot Read More
Employee Spotlight: Will Donaldson
We recently spoke with our senior technician, Will Donaldson, about his upcoming retirement. He also told us a little bit about himself, his background in technical work, and what he plans to do in his retired life. “From the time I was in third grade, my dad had a machine shop, so I grew up Read More
Employee Spotlight: Jenna Glasure
We recently spoke with Jenna Glasure, Mechatronics Engineer at Olsträd Engineering, about her on-the-job experiences, background in automation, motivations, and her professional goals. “Originally, I went to school for pre-med but changed to Mechatronics. I love robots, and my interest in robotics really helped me make the change. In high school, I helped judge and Read More
FAQ: Adapting ISO Plugs to Elektrogas Valves
Q: Can you adapt ISO plugs to Elektrogas valves? A: We’ve supplied dozens of customers with Elektrogas valves for retrofit applications, and we understand the challenges associated with installing a valve that is a little different, whether the difference is in the physical dimensions, or in the electrical connection. We stock Elektrogas solenoid valves with Read More
Employee Spotlight: Terry Stepanski
A recent addition to our sales team at Olsträd Engineering is Terry Stepanski. With over 34 years experience in industrial sales, his experience is a welcome addition to our veteran combustion sales staff. “It’s been a challenge learning the system. It’s always challenging familiarizing yourself with new products, procedures, software, etc. but the team has Read More
Employee Spotlight: Saroj Dahal
Saroj Dahal is one of our engineers at Olsträd Engineering. We recently spoke with Saroj about his background in engineering, some of his accomplishments, and what he likes about working for Olsträd. “I studied at Kent State University (KSU), my major was Mechanical Engineering Technology and my minor was Sustainability. I was also a member Read More
Employee Spotlight: Kaitlin Detmer
Kaitlin Detmer is the Administrative Assistant at Olsträd Engineering. In her role, she’s responsible for customer service, processing orders, and office filing among other things. She’s an avid reader, and enjoys going for walks with her German Sheppard, Gouda. We recently spoke with her about her position at Olsträd, the challenges she’s faced so far, Read More
Employee Spotlight: Tommy Agler
A recent addition to our team at Olsträd Engineering is senior technician in training, Tommy Agler. Tommy has a background in mechanical engineering, having worked in the applied side of automation. We recently spoke with Tommy and got to know more about him, why he chose a career in engineering, and how he’s enjoyed working Read More
Employee Spotlight: Sean Clodfelter
Electrical engineer Sean Clodfelter recently earned his TÜV certification in Functional Safety Design. The Functional Safety Design Qualification helps ensure safety designs meet the standards of this internationally recognized body. Sean described the importance of these standards, “Safety is essential when there’s direct interaction between personnel, machines, and parts.” As the Senior Electrical Designer, Sean Read More
