After years at both the Robert Bosch Corporation and Boeing, Steve Roper accepted AEC President Darin Boik’s invitation to be a part of the AEC Family.

Roper brings with him decades of experience in industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering, and material handling problem solving.

AEC’s Accounting Manager, Jennifer Schumacher, has helped to promote digital growth to the companies day-to-day business operations.

From financial reporting to AR/AP, the AEC office operates as an efficient machine with faster turnaround times for their customers.

12 years of experience as a manufacturing engineer combined with application design and sales is the driving force behind Bobby Moran’s efficient solutions to unique, complex applications. But the real benefit to AEC clients is his ethics. “All I can say is that integrity and honesty goes a long way. One thing I stand by, I promise my best and always follow through,” says Bobby Moran.

“We’re all on the same page here, much like families are. And we’re unified in our common goal, to help our customers any way we can to reach their goals.  We let them know that they’re not just our customer—they’re a member of our team,” says VP of Operations, Derek Helton.

“We’re always going to stand behind our solutions and we’re only going to give you the best experience that we can. Those are the reasons and values that made me want to be the next leader, and I look forward to continuing to preserve the culture we’ve built over the many years at AEC,” says President Darin Boik.

Seated at mission control, he’s got everyone’s back. Inside Sales Coordinator Josh Hamrick talks about AEC’s family atmosphere, problem solving, and making life a bit easier for everyone else.

AEC Sales Support Specialist and Inside Guy, Tony Stewart, has been around for a while. He started at AEC right out of college in 1969 – less than a decade after the company was founded. August 22, 2019 marks his 50th year with the company, placing him in a unique position of knowing exactly how AEC has changed over the years… as well as how it’s stayed exactly the same.

In 34 years of working at Advanced Equipment Company, Vice President and Allied Products Specialist Scott Abernathy has worn a lot of hats. We sat down with Scott to discuss his history with the company, what it takes to be on the road for 16 years, and the secret formula that makes AEC the best place to go for material handling solutions.

Advanced Equipment Company Material Handling Specialist, Brian Hester, likes solving the big problems. As an electrical engineer with 13 years of experience working in the automated guided vehicle (AGV) industry prior to joining the AEC team, Brian already had a wide range of experience that could be applied to challenges particular to the material handling world. We caught up with Brian for a few minutes to chat about his 20 years of experience.

36 Years Of Ensuring Success & Excellence Material Handling Specialist Ivar Lonon Talks Collaboration and How a DIY Attitude Means Better Service “It’s more about the solution than the sale.” Material Handling Specialist Ivar Lonon is not your typical salesman. As a person who has worked in the material handling world since 1983, he understands … Continued

Recently, Charlie Williams shared with us how he transitioned from a psychology major to one of AEC’s best conveyor system specialists. His multiple awards for salesperson of the year is a testimony to his passion for people, learning and problem solving. 

24 Years and Going StrongMaterial Handling Specialist, Scott Hovis, shares lessons learned from decades of experience. Secrets to a Happy Career Scott Hovis is the epitome of loyalty combined with amazing work ethic. Starting out with AEC in 1994 as part of the inside sales team, he was promoted in 2001 to the role of … Continued

There’s No Place Like HomeAn Interview with AEC Material Handling Specialist Brad Dowless Advanced Equipment Company Material Handling Specialist Brad Dowless is no stranger to his territory. Born and raised in Eastern North Carolina, he learned the importance of honesty and hard work on his family’s tobacco farm before heading off to college to earn … Continued

Learning From the Other Side An Interview with AEC Material Handling Specialist Brad Pearson Despite being with Advanced Equipment Company (AEC) for two years, Material Handling Specialist Brad Pearson still feels like the new kid on the block. But his experience in the engineering field gives him an edge when helping clients find the right … Continued