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Viega North America Welcomes Dave DeLater as Chief Operating Officer

Viega North America, a prominent leader in press technology, has officially appointed Dave DeLater as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO) as of January 12, 2026. This strategic move comes as the company aims to expand its footprint in the North American market, enhancing its operational capabilities and ensuring continued customer success.

With over three decades of extensive experience in global operations, DeLater has a robust background in leading manufacturing teams across various regions, including Europe, Asia, and the United States. His previous role as Vice President of Global Operations at Thermo Fisher Scientific has provided him with invaluable insights that he brings to Viega. DeLater’s expertise is rooted in Lean initiatives, technological advancements, and operational excellence, which will support the Company in achieving its goals as it navigates the complexities of a dynamic market.

In his new role, DeLater will oversee all operational initiatives across Viega's North American manufacturing and logistics sites. He will be responsible for advising leadership on enhancing operations capabilities and will report directly to Marki Huston, CEO of Viega North America. Huston expressed enthusiasm about DeLater's appointment, emphasizing that his wealth of experience will be crucial for scaling operations, improving service reliability, and supporting the strategic growth of the company.

DeLater's arrival at Viega coincides with the opening of a new advanced manufacturing, distribution, and training facility in Mantua, Ohio, which illustrates the company’s commitment to growth in the region. As operations expand, the facility is expected to play a significant role in the delivery of high-quality service to customers.

Reflecting on his new position, DeLater stated, "Joining Viega is an incredible honor. I'm impressed by the company's focus on operational excellence and its commitment to delivering customer satisfaction. I look forward to sustaining this legacy while improving operations to meet future demands." His leadership is anticipated to bolster Viega's operations, ensuring they continue to align with the Company’s mission of providing exceptional service and reliability to their customers.

Viega North America is a subsidiary of The Viega Group, boasting over 125 years of expertise in building technology. The company is recognized as a global market leader in metal piping systems, catering to industrial, commercial, and residential markets alike. With a team of more than 5,500 employees and an impressive portfolio of over 17,000 products such as PureFlow®, ProPress®, MegaPress®, and MegaPressG®, Viega is positioned at the forefront of innovation in the industry.

To solidify its commitment to continuing education, Viega provides training through seminar centers located in Colorado and Ohio and the Viega Experience Center in New York City, further enhancing its support networks for customers and personnel. As Viega North America embarks on this new leadership journey with Dave DeLater, the company is poised to tackle future challenges while keeping customer satisfaction at the core of its operations.

For more details, visit Viega's website.