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Tony Barlett reveals the secrets behind Sumitomo Drive Technologies ’ impressive growth
For over 130 years , Sumitomo Drive Technologies has been known as a leading manufacturer of large industrial gearboxes , gearmotors , speed reducers , inverters , and motion control products used in every industry , from food and beverage to mining and parcel handling . Industrial gearboxes and speed reducers from Sumitomo Drive Technologies are trusted and relied on by leading brands around the globe . Tony Barlett , Vice President of Business Operations , retraces the company ’ s journey in the US . “ Sumitomo Drive Technologies has been in the US since 1966 , and its history has been one of growth and evolution ,” he opens . “ We have built ourselves a reputation for providing the highest quality power transmission products , whether speed reducers , large industrial gearboxes , or precision products . Our core strength is our flexibility . We ’ ve consistently adapted and challenged the status quo to ensure our products remain relevant . We don ’ t confine ourselves to what we have done in the past ; instead , we strive to advance and pursue excellence . It ’ s all about long-term growth and evolution for us – we aim not just to be a major industry player but to transform the industry itself ,” he elucidates .
Over recent years , the company has experienced immense growth . Tony expresses his view on the factors that have contributed to the company ’ s expansion . “ Growth does not just happen out of nowhere ; it requires intentional effort . Achieving this growth would not have been possible without a combination of three key factors : vision , execution , and most importantly , our people . From the outset , we had a very clear vision to provide the best power transmission solutions while delivering an unmatched customer experience . For us , unmatched customer experience means seamless integration of sales and operations , delivering exceptional service and responsiveness . We also recognized that this vision did not mean much if we did not act on it .
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