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Lippert
Innovation in practice
Lippert’ s innovation model works across more than 100 sites, with teams contributing ideas tied to specific product lines or customer needs. These ideas flow into a central engineering hub in Elkhart, Indiana.“ Our team of professionals, led by VP of Engineering Tim Schultz, brings many of these ideas to life. Many of our new product ideas come directly from our customers; they have a problem to solve, and they trust us to innovate the solution.”
The transport and HVAC sectors show how that problem-solving model translates into real-world applications. Safe Ride Essentials focuses on passenger safety by activating and illuminating exits in emergencies. The RT80 HVAC unit improves airflow and integration in transit vehicles.“ Seating systems from Freedman respond to accessibility and durability requirements.”
Specialist teams drive each area, often with a single focus.“ We have a team of HVAC veterans in Mesa, Arizona, who wake up every day focused entirely on heating and cooling. That kind of dedication makes Lippert successful,” notes Braxston.
Braxston’ s role intersects these activities by connecting product direction with operational delivery. His background, which includes steady progression through leadership roles since joining the company in 2016, spans both plant-level execution and broader portfolio oversight. His experience directly informs how projects move seamlessly from concept into scaled production.
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