Emuge-Franken USA Appoints Mike Patterson as New National Sales Manager to Expand Market Presence!

Emuge-Franken USA, a leading manufacturer of high-performance taps, thread mills, drills, end mills, clamping devices, and other rotary tools, announced the appointment of Mike Patterson as the new National Sales Manager for the United States and Canada. Patterson brings extensive industry knowledge and management experience to Emuge-Franken, where he will lead the sales organization in the U.S. and Canada, aiming to further strengthen support for customers and distributor partners while expanding the company’s market share.

“We are excited to welcome Mike as our National Sales Manager,” said Bob Hellinger, President of Emuge-Franken USA/Canada. “With more than 30 years of combined experience in sales management and technical expertise in cutting tools and metalworking manufacturing, Mike is ideally suited for this role.”

Mike Patterson expressed his enthusiasm about joining Emuge-Franken, stating, “I’m excited to join the Emuge team as National Sales Manager. I look forward to applying my industry expertise and leadership to motivate field sales and distributors. Supporting the continued success of Emuge-Franken USA and maintaining its reputation for outstanding innovation, quality, and customer service in a broad range of cutting tools are key initiatives.”

Prior to joining Emuge-Franken, Patterson served as the Northeast General Manager at Blackhawk Industrial, a prominent distributor providing industrial products, equipment, and manufacturing services. His extensive background also includes over eight years at Kennametal, a renowned manufacturer and supplier of tooling and industrial materials. At Kennametal, he held various management and engineering roles, including Northeast Sales Manager for four years and Channel Partner (Distribution) Manager for two years. Earlier in his career, Patterson gained hands-on experience as a CNC Machinist, Manufacturing Engineer, and Application Engineer.

Patterson holds a Journeyman Tool and Die Certification and a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Industrial Management from Manchester Community College. Additionally, he earned an Associate Degree of Applied Science in Manufacturing Technology from Naugatuck Valley Community College.

In his new role, Mike Patterson will be responsible for leading Emuge-Franken’s sales strategies across North America, enhancing customer relationships, and driving the company’s growth initiatives. His proven track record in sales management and technical expertise will be instrumental in achieving Emuge-Franken’s goals of increasing market penetration and delivering exceptional value to clients.