FRANKLIN, Tenn.—CTP Transportation Products L.L.C. has named Chris Peetz chief operating officer.
Peetz was most recently with Howden Fan Company where he served as vice president of global manufacturing said CTP—formerly Carlisle Companies Inc.'s tire, wheel and belting business. Prior to that, he was vice president of operations with Jacuzzi Brands Corp., plant manager with Owens-Illinois Inc., and business unit manager with Parker Hannifin.
CTP said Peetz is an accomplished executive with more than 20 years of domestic and international manufacturing experience. He will be responsible for the firm's tire and wheel operations.
“CTP continues to develop and strengthen our organization to better serve our customers,” CTP CEO Kevin Forster said in a statement. “Chris is a dynamic leader who builds strong teams focused on quality, efficiency and customer satisfaction. He's a proven leader with operations and manufacturing expertise in diverse industries.”
Franklin-based CTP produces original equipment and aftermarket industrial belts, specialty tires and wheels for agriculture, construction, industry, outdoor power equipment, powersports, towables and trailers. The company's brands include Carlisle belts, tires and wheels, Ultimax performance belts, ITP tires and wheels, as well as Cragar, Black Rock and Unique wheels.