New CPMT President

Tom Pfingstler, Atlas Pressed Metals, DuBois, Pennsylvania, has been appointed President of the Center for Powder Metallurgy Technology (CPMT), succeeding Arthur (Bud) Jones, Symmco, Inc.  A longtime member of APMI International and the MPIF Standards Committee, Tom received the MPIF Distinguished Service to Powder Metallurgy Award in 2019. He has a well-rounded understanding of the PM technology and unique view of part design, production, and business management, honed over his nearly 40-year career that includes management positions in various production, quality, engineering, and purchasing areas.  Tom holds a BS degree in Management from Clarion University.