Брет Смит назначен генеральным директором Savelli Machinery USA Corp.

Smith brings 22 years of experience in the metal casting industry and a broad understanding of both the technical and commercial challenges facing foundries. Throughout his career, he has worked closely with foundry customers across the Mid-Atlantic and New England regions, supporting them with foundry consumables, equipment, and solutions for their production requirements. A particularly valuable part of his background is his seven years of experience as a foundry owner and operator. This hands-on perspective gives Smith a practical understanding of foundry operations that goes well beyond equipment sales. He is familiar with the day-to-day realities of running a foundry – from equipment selection and implementation to production efficiency, reliability, maintenance requirements, investment decisions, and the constant pressure to maintain quality and productivity. This combination of supplier-side experience and direct operational responsibility provides Smith with a strong understanding of what foundries expect from their technology and equipment partners. Especially at a time when North American foundries are facing challenges such as modernization, automation, labor availability, productivity, and increasing cost pressure, practical experience and a close understanding of customer requirements are becoming increasingly important. In his new position as General Manager of Savelli Machinery USA Corp., Smith will continue his current responsibilities while taking on a broader leadership role. A key focus will be the further development and strengthening of Savelli’s relationships with customers, partners, and the wider foundry industry throughout North America. He will work closely with Patricio Gil, shareholder and President of Savelli Machinery USA and Savelli Machinery Mexico, to further expand Savelli’s presence and activities across the North American market. With the appointment of Bret Smith, Savelli Machinery USA is placing additional emphasis on customer proximity, practical foundry expertise, and long-term industry relationships – combining Savelli’s technology and equipment know-how with leadership that understands foundry operations from first-hand experience.