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WWEMA Elects 2017 Officers and Directors

November 8, 2016 People

LEESBURG, VA – The members of the Water and Wastewater Equipment Manufacturers Association (WWEMA) elected new officers and directors during its 108th Annual Meeting, November 2-4, in Orlando, Florida. The 2017 Executive Committee comprises:  -Chairman Mark Turpin, President, Duperon Corporation (Saginaw, MI) -Chairman-Elect Thacher Worthen, President, Schreiber LLC (Trussville, AL) -Vice Chairman John Dyson, Product… Continue reading →

Water Charities Draw WEFTEC Attendees to Polls

September 16, 2016 Events

To highlight the importance of clean water for all, Duperon will be hosting a "voting booth" throughout the three days of WEFTEC 2016. Visitors at booth 1013 will be able to register to vote for one of two water-focused charities. At the conclusion of WEFTEC on September 28, each charity will receive a portion of… Continue reading →

Duperon Corporation Prepares to Receive Important Political Visitor at WEFTEC 2016

September 8, 2016 Events

In the midst of a busy and controversial election year, Duperon Corporation is making preparations to receive an important political visitor at its industry's biggest convention of the year – WEFTEC. Sources close to the Duperon campaign were unwilling to comment on the identity of the mystery visitor, but indicated that the figure was "truly… Continue reading →

Mark Turpin Named as President of Duperon Corporation

July 15, 2016 Events, People

In response to the rapid growth of Duperon Corporation and plans for continued growth, Mark Turpin has been named as President. "Our team welcomes Mark as President to help us grow and fulfill the plans we have made. His values, orientation to customers, and excellent performance will serve our customers, team and stakeholders well," said… Continue reading →

John Trofatter Inducted to NEWEA 5S

June 13, 2016 People

John Trofatter, Director of Sales and Business Development at Duperon Corporation, has been inducted into the prestigious New England Water Environment Association (NEWEA) Select Society of Sanitary Sludge Shovelers (5S Society). Members of the 5S Society are selected on merit, typically in recognition of "outstanding, meritorious service above and beyond the call of duty". The… Continue reading →

Terry Duperon Recognized with 2016 Achievement Award by Women of Colors

April 8, 2016 Events, People

Terry Duperon, Founder and Chairman of the Board of Duperon Corporation, has been awarded the 2016 Achievement Award by Women of Colors. The Great Lakes Bay Region nonprofit strives to promote multi-cultural diversity and enhance community relations in Saginaw County by performing community service, mentoring youth, and collaborating with other organizations. The Achievement Award is… Continue reading →

Honoring Mike Pruitt

March 18, 2016 Events, People

 In loving memory… Robert Michael (Mike) Pruitt 10-14-1948 to 3-14-2016 Our Duperon family has suffered a great loss with the death of one of our own, Mike Pruitt, Director of Marketing. Mike was recently hospitalized with complications from a heart condition, and passed away on March 14 with Glenda, his wife of 35 years, at… Continue reading →

The Future is Calling

March 10, 2016 People

In the 1980s, John Naisbitt, author of the bestselling book Megatrends, defined a megatrend as a gathering wave of change that is slow to form, nearly impossible to reverse, significantly influences the future, has an aura of inevitability, and has a far-  and wide-reaching impact on society. Megatrends result from the confluence of underlying trends…. Continue reading →

Duperon Corporation Grows by Seven Employees

February 26, 2016 People

Duperon Corporation has welcomed several new employees in departments throughout the company to manage continued growth. Duperon Corporation has been growing at a rate of approximately 25% per year while expanding its product lines and distribution channels. Larry Hughes has joined Duperon Corporation as its Operations Manager. Hughes has extensive experience in lean manufacturing principles,… Continue reading →

WWEMA Elects 2016 Officers and Directors

November 13, 2015 People

LEESBURG, VA – The members of the Water and Wastewater Equipment Manufacturers Association (WWEMA) elected new officers and directors during its 107th Annual Meeting, November 5-7 in Dallas, Texas. The 2016 WWEMA Executive Committee comprises:   – Chairman Tammy Bernier, President, Duperon Corporation (Saginaw, MI)   – Chairman-Elect Mark Turpin, Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer, Parkson… Continue reading →