Melling’s MELL-GEAR Timing Components Catalog
Melling has released a new 2015 catalog for the re-launced MELL-GEAR line of timing components. The re-introduction of MELL-GEAR features 150+ new applications. MELL-GEAR offers a complete line of engine timing for all automotive needs. Everything from chains, sprockets, timing gears, timing chain tensioners, guides and dampers.
Melling “Shark” Oil Pump for SB Chevy
Melling is introducing a brand new oil pump with asymmetrical helical cut gears for small block Chevys at the Performance Racing Industry Show in Indianapolis this December. The “Shark” pump offers smoother output than a traditional spur gear oil pump.
Melling / Dura-Bond
The Melling story began in 1946 in Jackson, MI, when George Melling Sr. and his son Ben started production of aftermarket oil pumps. In 1952 they introduced the first high-volume oil pump, which revolutionized the automotive aftermarket industry for oil pumps. In 1975, Harry Melling took over the company as the third generation president. Harry’s
Melling / Dura-Bond 2014 National Sales Meeting
In July, Melling/Dura-Bond hosted its 2014 National Sales Meeting at the Melling world headquarters in Jackson, Michigan.
Melling Reintroduces Mell-Gear Timing Product Line
Melling Engine Parts has reintroduced the “Mell-Gear” Timing product line offering. It has expanded existing coverage and recently announced the addition of over 142 new part numbers listed in the new Melling catalog and associated new product flyers.
Melling Engine Parts 2014 Catalogs
Melling Engine Parts has announced the release of a new 2014 Engine Parts Catalog as well as a new Cylinder Sleeve Catalog. Included in these 2014 catalogs are new charts, tech information, new part numbers now in stock and available, and a complete full color brochure insertion about Melling with a message from company president Mark
Melling Hires John Shellberg as Purchasing Sourcing Manager
Melling Engine Parts has hired John Shellberg for the position of Purchasing / Sourcing Manager. John brings 18 years of Supply Chain / Purchasing experience working in both the OEM and Aftermarket arenas. John comes to Melling from ROUSH Industries Inc. where he was Director of Corporate Purchasing managing all procurement which involved working in
Melling Engine Parts Hires Western Territory Sales Manager
Melling Engine Parts has hired Karen Bewley for the position of Western Territory Sales Manager. Bewley brings strong knowledge and experience of the industry with over 24 years in the Automotive Aftermarket. Karen comes to Melling/Dura-Bond from Nickson Industries where she served as the Regional Manager since 2010. She also worked at ROL Manufacturing, Corteco
Melling Hires Steve Arent as Eastern Regional Sales Manager
Arent will replace Jerry Hendrix, who is retiring at the end of the year. Melling Engine Parts has named Steve Arent to the position of eastern regional sales manager. Arent joins Melling with more than 17 years in the automotive aftermarket. He comes to Melling/Dura-Bond from Dart Machinery, where he has served as national sales manager
Melling Names Executive Vice President, Introduces Two New Hires
Melling Engine Parts announces long time Melling employee Thomas Trosin as Executive Vice President, plus the addition of two new key employees. Mark Melling has announced that 25+ year employee Thomas Trosin will be Executive Vice President of Melling. “Tom has been with the company for many years and has worked closely with all departments to grow the
Melling Celebrates Grand Opening of New North American R&D Tech Center
Melling says it has doubled its capabilities with the new R&D center and can now test oil pumps and water pumps for performance and durability as well as work on prototypes. Melling has announced that phase one of its 10,000-square-foot North American Research and Development Tech Center facility in Jackson, Mich., has been completed. With the
Melling, Dura-Bond Consolidate Sales and Marketing Efforts
Charles Barnett, vice president of sales and marketing at Dura-Bond Bearing Co., will be heading up the consoliated efforts between Dura-Bond and Melling. Barnett has been a long-term employee at the company as president prior to the Melling purchase several years ago. He also had a career with ACDelco/General Motors and previously served as general sales
Melling to Sponsor Brian Keselowski at Michigan International Speedway
Melling Engine Parts is set to return as sponsor for Brian Keselowski’s K-Automotive Motorsports No.92 Chevrolet at Michigan International Speedway. The Melling family has a long history in NASCAR starting when owner, Harry Melling of Melling Tool, sponsored Benny Parsons in 1979. Mark Melling, CEO of Melling Engine Parts, said of its one-race sponsorship of
Melling Tool Co. to Acquire Rush Metals
MellingTool Co. this week announced a tentative agreement for the purchase ofRush Metals in Billings, Okla. The deal is expected to close inmid-March. A subsidiary of Cloyes Gear and Products Inc., Rush Metals manufacturesa wide variety of sintered metal products serving the automotive,industrial, agriculture and automotive aftermarket componentsindustries. Rush Metals has been in business
Hytec DeBartolo Rescinds Exclusive Purchase Agreement with Melling Tool Co.
HytecDeBartolo LLC has announced that a previously published exclusiveagreement with Melling Tool Co. has officially been rescinded. Thedue-diligence process and subsequent business transaction, whereMelling planned to purchase majority equity ownership in Hytec, is nownull and void. “There are occasions when business transactions divert from theiroriginal plans, as was the case with our proposed agreement withMelling,”
Melling Engine Parts/Dura-Bond Bearing Company receives ‘Preferred Partner’ award from Jasper Engines
Melling Engine Parts/Dura-Bond Bearing Company has received the 2008 Preferred Partner award from Jasper Engines & Transmissions. The award was announced by Jasper August 12, 2009 and will be presented at its 22nd Annual Preferred Partners Banquet in September. The Preferred Partner Award is presented annually to recognize the company’s Partners in Success. Recipients
Melling Engine Parts Hires Fluid Systems Design Specialist Marc Goulet
MellingTool Co. has announced the addition of Marc Goulet as a designspecialist – fluid systems. Goulet brings extensive fluid pump designknowledge to the company, spanning a broad spectrum of market segmentsincluding automotive, heavy duty, industrial, high-performance andracing. Goulet worked for Nichols-Portland for 38 years prior tojoining Melling. "His ability to design efficient pumping products, devise creativesolutions
Melling Launches New Corporate Website
Melling recently launched its new corporate website, www.melling.com. The new site, which encompasses all divisions of the company —aftermarket, original equipment and international — has several newfeatures including a searchable PDF catalog for both aftermarket stockreplacement parts and high performance parts in the Melling SelectLine. And, by customer request, all Melling technical bulletins and chartshave been added to assist engine builders, distributors
Melling Named Engine & Performance Warehouse’s 2007 Vendor of the Year
At the recentEngine & Performance Warehouse (EPWI) annual summer conferenceawards dinner, Melling Engine Parts was named the EPWI 2007 Vendor ofthe Year. David Dent, president, Marion Holt, vice president of sales andmarketing, along with regional sales managers Bill McCleskey, AlanMcVey and Dennis Fox accepted the award on behalf of the entire Mellingstaff. Melling Engine Parts
Industry veteran Jerry Hendrix joins Melling Engine Parts as Eastern Regional Manager
Jerry Hendrix has joined Melling Engine Parts effective March 1, 2008. Jerry will assume responsibility as Eastern Regional Manager reporting to Marion M. Holt – Vice President of Sales and Marketing. Melling has combined the Southeast and Northeast Regions to form one encompassing Eastern Region. In this role, Jerry will have sales agency and direct