Deimco Finishing Equipment, a designer and builder of custom finishing and material handling systems, has expanded its facility and added staff for its growing business.
U.S. Senator Joni Ernst toured Deimco.In addition, the Tama, Iowa-based Deimco hosted a tour of U.S. Senator Joni Ernst.
Tom Arneson, Vice President and General Manager of Deimco, says they have hired John Boland and Josh Edel to positions were created to support the continued growth of Deimco Finishing Equipment.
“We are excited to welcome both John and Josh into the Deimco family,” Arneson, says. They will be a great addition to our team and resource for our customers for years to come.”
Boland obtained his Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from the University of Northwestern in St. Paul in May of 2021. During his time at university, John competed athletically for the Eagle’s Men’s Soccer team. John previously worked for Deimco as an intern over multiple summers. As Controls Technician, John will be responsible for the operation and troubleshooting of numerous robotic, electrical, and pneumatic control systems.
John BolandEdel joins Deimco after graduating with a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics and Business Administration in May of 2020. During his time at Coe College, Josh was honored as an All American for the Kohawk’s Men’s Wrestling team. Josh has previously possessed roles in inventory and maintenance for Schimberg Company, Whole Excavation and Ricken Tiling. As Technician, Josh will work collaboratively to fabricate and implement mechanical, electrical and pneumatic assemblies; in addition to accounting duties.
“We’re excited to add John and Josh to our team,” says Kirk Shirar, President and Co-Owner. “We continue to invest in people, products and facilities as we execute our strategy to be the first choice finishing and material handling solutions provider.”
Josh EdelDeimco was also pleased to host US Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA) during her annual 99-County tour of Iowa. A 10,800 square foot expansion was opened in early 2021 and was fully operational for Ernst to observe. The tour featured a demonstration of a fully pre-assembled automated material handling system for a customer. The system places building materials on pallets with robotic pick and placement, an overhead gantry, wrapping and custom conveyance, all in one automated system.
"The Lord continues to bless our team at Deimco Finishing Equipment,” says Cindy Shirar, CFO and Co-Owner of Deimco. “We are forever appreciative to the City of Tama, Tama County Economic Development, and the community for welcoming us and for making Tama a wonderful place to do business.”
Founded in 1983, Deimco has provided American-made, custom finishing and material handling equipment to the industry for almost 40 years. From liquid and powder coating systems to automated equipment processes, Deimco's innovative and enduring solutions are the cornerstones of their customers' successful manufacturing processes. Visit https://www.deimco.com
