Douglas hires new director of sales

Erv Fringer brings sales experience in capital equipment, automation, and machine controls to Douglas.

Sep 23, 2017

Douglas Machine Inc. is pleased to announce that Erv Fringer has joined our team of employee owners as Director of Sales. Fringer brings to Douglas sales experience in capital equipment, automation, and machine controls.

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