Our very own CEO of Watlow®, Rob Gilmore, recently joined Doug Glenn, publisher of Heat Treat Today, on Heat Treat Radio. They had an insightful conversation that covered many topics including Rob’s background, the Watlow story, the Eurotherm acquisition and how the thermal loop will continue to push the heat treat industry forward into the future.
Many in the industry are excited about Watlow’s acquisition of Eurotherm and what it means for both brands. Rob details how the acquisition came about, what future technologies we can expect and how heat treaters will benefit from the change.
Topics discussed:
- Who is Rob Gilmore?
- Meet Watlow
- Key markets
- Green initiatives and the electric thermal loop
- Eurotherm acquisition
- Industry 4.0
- Overcoming obstacles and future initiatives
Rob Gilmore | CEO Watlow
Rob began his career with Watlow® almost 36 years ago as an intern at the company’s facility in Hannibal, Missouri. After graduating from the Missouri University of Science and Technology in Rolla, Missouri, Rob stayed with the company and worked in various roles, gaining experience in most areas of the company including product development, R&D, operations, marketing and management. As he progressed in his career at Watlow, he gained a deep understanding of customer needs. He provides that knowledge and expertise to the company today by empowering team members to be their best and connect with customers to solve even the most difficult thermal challenges.
