United Felts Expands Leadership Team to Enhance Production Quality and Market Presence

United Felts, a prominent manufacturer under Vortex Companies, has made significant leadership changes to better meet the growing global demand for high-performance Cured-In-Place Pipe (CIPP) solutions. The company recently appointed Tom O'Neill as Senior Vice President of Commercial Operations and Elios Torres Ramirez as Senior Quality Director. These roles are pivotal in steering the company toward its goal of expanding its market reach while maintaining the highest quality standards in manufacturing.

Strengthening Market Strategies

In his new role, Tom O'Neill is tasked with driving United Felts' commercial strategies across key markets that include municipal, contractor, and distribution channels. His experience spans over 20 years in sales, marketing, and business development across the pipe and construction industries. O'Neill’s leadership will focus on expanding the company’s presence in various pipe rehabilitation segments, ensuring collaboration between technical sales teams and project engineers. Furthermore, he will spearhead business development efforts and foster strategic partnerships throughout North America.

"As trenchless CIPP applications evolve—transitioning from large-diameter systems to pressure-rated options—having a commercially driven leader with technical fluency is crucial," said Matt Timberlake, President of United Felts. O’Neill's proven track record of enhancing commercial processes and contractor engagement is expected to position United Felts favorably in a competitive landscape.

Elevating Quality Standards

Meanwhile, Elios Torres Ramirez will lead the quality assurance and control for the company’s manufacturing operations. His responsibilities encompass overseeing raw material qualification, monitoring production processes, and conducting final product inspections. With over 15 years of experience in engineered materials manufacturing, Ramirez aims to optimize processes while adhering to ISO-aligned standards and implementing a next-generation Quality Management System (QMS).

"Customers increasingly prioritize the reliability and performance of liners, making material quality and consistency non-negotiable aspects of our production process," Timberlake noted. Ramirez’s appointment strengthens United Felts’ commitment to delivering high-quality liners that meet stringent project specifications.

Commitment to Excellence

These strategic appointments bolster United Felts' dedication to providing reliable and effective CIPP liner solutions necessary for modern infrastructure rehabilitation needs. With a robust leadership team, the company is set to enhance customer trust and satisfaction through disciplined manufacturing practices and proactive commercial execution.

About United Felts

United Felts, a segment of Vortex Companies, is recognized as a pioneer in trenchless rehabilitation solutions. Leading the Americas in CIPP solutions, United Felts showcases a commitment to innovation and customer-centricity. Having supplied over 100,000 liners equating to more than 200 million feet of manufactured tube, the firm prides itself on its dedication to quality and precision. United Felts operates with a vertical integration model from raw materials to finished products, pledging reliability encapsulated in their motto, "UNITED TO DELIVER BIG."

For more information, visit www.UnitedFelts.com.

About Vortex Companies

Vortex Companies stands as a global leader in trenchless infrastructure solutions, offering advanced technologies and services targeting municipal, industrial, and commercial markets. With over 45 locations globally, it specializes in pipe rehabilitation and the development of proprietary mortars, coatings, CIPP liners, and more. To learn about their offerings, please visit www.vortexcompanies.com.