Published: November 12, 2009
Ashburn Hill Corp. Welcomes David Osbon, Global Director, Technical Sales and Marketing
GREENVILLE, S.C. - (BUSINESS WIRE) - Ashburn Hill Corp. (AHC) welcomes David Osbon, global director,
technical sales and marketing, to a newly created position that fits
within AHC's industrial protective apparel strategy. In this role, David
will further promote AHC's line of next-generation flame-resistant
protective apparel products - which are made with its patented TECGEN
fiber - to the industrial market. He will also develop and execute
marketing plans to increase brand recognition among industrial
manufacturers who seek garments that focus on thermal management and
meet and exceed regulatory and compliance standards.
David brings ten years of new-business and market-development experience
in protective fabrics to his new position. As product technical manager
for UniFirst Corporation's Flame Resistant division, David introduced
new flame-resistant technology and educated end-users in the appropriate
application of FR fabrics.
Prior to UniFirst, David focused on new product developments for the
Military and Protective Fabrics division at Milliken and Company.
David has demonstrated a long-term commitment to the safety industry as
a seven-year active participant with American Society for Testing and
Materials (ASTM). David currently serves on the ASTM F18 and ASTM F23
technical committees that are responsible for developing the test
protocols for all flame-resistant fabrics and garments. David was
recently selected chairman of a new task force with ASTM to lead the
development of a new ASTM standard to deal with combustible dust-related
issues.
"David is a valuable addition to our team," said Jon Heard, President
and CEO of AHC. "His strong industry background with flame-resistant
protective fabrics will help AHC quickly penetrate the industrial
protective apparel market."
About Ashburn Hill Corp.:
Ashburn Hill Corp., based in Greenville, South Carolina, with
manufacturing in Angleton, Texas, is dedicated to bringing innovative
protective apparel solutions to the industrial and firefighter markets.
With their patented TECGEN fiber, AHC has developed the next generation
of flame-resistant garments, including products such as TECGEN XTREME
coveralls. Through their unwavering commitment to 'Advance the Science
of Safety,' the company is developing products that increase industrial
and firefighter workers' comfort and meet and exceed regulatory
compliance standards. For more information, visit www.TECGENFR.com.
Ashburn Hill Corp.
Zeb Atkinson, 888-607-8883
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