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Newberry Tanks Wins Gold at American Business Awards
Newberry Tanks Wins Gold at the American Business Awards for Third Straight Year
West Memphis, AR, May 3, 2022 – Newberry Tanks & Equipment, LLC, a leading manufacturer of oil and petroleum steel tanks and equipment, announced that the company is the recipient of two Gold Stevie® awards from the 2022 American Business Awards®. Honors for Newberry Tanks include:
- GOLD for Achievement in Customer Satisfaction
- GOLD for Company of the Year – Metals and Mining
More than 3,700 nominations from organizations of all sizes and in virtually every industry were submitted this year for consideration in a wide range of categories at the American Business Awards and more than 240 professionals worldwide participated in the judging process to select this year’s Stevie Award winners.
Achievement in Customer Satisfaction
The ABA judges recognized Newberry’s exemplary commitment to their customers. After experiencing tremendous growth in 2021, Newberry overcame the challenge of providing their award-winning level of customer service on a now larger scale. Through strategic implementation of the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS), key technology, and the development of customer-centric order and delivery systems, Newberry is committed to and delivered customer satisfaction. An astounding 100% of Newberry customers surveyed in 2021 reported being “Very Satisfied” with Newberry, up from 79% in 2018.
Judges said:
“Process improvement, significantly faster turnaround times and making the client relationship a partnership by planning together and creating a personal touch is a big differentiator.”
“This is a story of customer understanding driving success.”
Company of the Year – Metals and Mining
The ABA also recognized Newberry Tanks’ achievement in the face of crippled supply chains, labor shortages, rising steel prices, and transportation delays. Instead of bending, the company placed significant investment in their workforce, facilities, technology, and new programs, paving the way to become an industry-leading steel tank manufacturer. Newberry’s welder turnover rate remained extremely low, and the company implemented a “Tank Tracker” process to give customers ultimate flexibility in the order process and delivery. In Newberry’s 2021 customer survey, commitment was mentioned as Newberry’s defining strength.
Judges noted:
“Newberry has had significant growth and maintenance during such a traumatic time for the US especially within the supply chain.”
“The company has implemented best-in-class project and manufacturing processes and adopted an unconventional approach for maintaining and retaining welding talent.”
Newberry Tanks President and COO, Matt Kohnke, commented, “Thank you to the judges at the American Business Awards, our clients, and most of all, the team at Newberry. It is especially gratifying for the company to be recognized for our hard work in customer satisfaction.”
About Newberry Tanks & Equipment, LLC For more than 90 years, award-winning Newberry Tanks & Equipment has been manufacturing quality aboveground and underground steel tanks for the American supply chain and every branch of the U.S. military. The “think tank” of oil and petroleum storage, Newberry Tanks is intent on innovation: offering tanks on demand, dedicated customer service, turnkey solutions, and the fastest delivery in the country.
About the American Business Awards
Stevie Awards are conferred in eight programs: the Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards, the German Stevie Awards, the Middle East & North Africa Stevie Awards, The American Business Awards®, The International Business Awards®, the Stevie Awards for Women in Business, the Stevie Awards for Great Employers, and the Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service. Stevie Awards competitions receive more than 12,000 entries each year from organizations in more than 70 nations. Honoring organizations of all types and sizes and the people behind them, the Stevies recognize outstanding performances in the workplace worldwide. Learn more about the Stevie Awards at http://www.StevieAwards.com.
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Newberry Tanks Opens State-of-the Art Facility
Newberry Tanks Opens State-of-the-Art Manufacturing Facility in Memphis, TN
March 31, 2022 West Memphis, AR – Newberry Tanks, a leading manufacturer of steel tanks and equipment, today announced the opening of a state-of-the-art tank manufacturing facility in Memphis, Tennessee. The 40,000 sq. ft. facility effectively doubles their manufacturing and storage capacity in Memphis.
Supporting the company’s philosophy of “New Thinking,” Newberry designed the facility to allow flexibility in its manufacturing of rectangular tanks and cylindrical tanks. Significant investments have been made in fabrication and material handling equipment. Tanks are moved via an overhead tract system instead of forklifts through the finishing process. Painting is accomplished using cutting-edge paint application technology, enhancing the look and finish of the tank.
The streamlined workflow eliminates stop-and-go activities on the production floor, so throughput can be significantly expanded. The new operation will ultimately increase production four-fold on rectangular tanks and support up to six new work cells for cylindrical tanks. This additional capacity supports the company’s long-term goals to further service its existing customers and expand its reach to new customers.
“This is exciting growth for Newberry and an example of our long-standing commitment to the Memphis and West Memphis communities,” said Matt Kohnke, President and COO of Newberry Tanks. “Our operations are now more scalable as we continue to grow the business. We expect to triple our workforce in Memphis by the end of 2022.”
The current Memphis shop at 2270 Channel Avenue will relocate to the new facility at nearby 3109 Fontaine Road in Memphis.
Music Must Continue
Newberry Tanks is proud to be a Gold Sponsor the Stax Music Academy and THIS WEEK we are matching donations for their annual #MusicMustContinue campaign! The campaign raises tuition money for talented middle school and high school musicians to train with professionals and learn the business.
Why do we do this? Because in 1946, a young guitarist showed up at the home of legendary artist Bukka White in Memphis, needing a job and an intro to the Memphis blues scene. The kid was pretty good, so Bukka did both. He got him a job at Newberry Tanks, and introduced Memphis to man who would become the King of the Blues — B.B. King.
B.B. King wasn’t the first or last musical legend that needed our help to give the world an everlasting gift.
#musicmustcontinue
Newberry Tanks and Equipment Featured in The Fabricator
West Memphis, AR, June 8, 2021
We’re the feature story in The Fabricator this month:
At Newberry Tanks, “A core group of cross-trained employees have skin in the game. The more quality tanks they fabricate in less time, the more money they make beyond their base salary.”
READ ON to learn how a culture of ownership, a preferred customer program, and an entrepreneurial operating system, results in the most cost-effective, reliably delivered, highest quality steel tanks in the business today.
That’s New Thinking. And of course it’s Newberry Tanks.
NEWBERRY TANKS’ SKID TANK WINS THE PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD
West Memphis, AR June 8, 2021– Today, the American Business Awards® announced that Newberry Tanks and Equipment’s innovative Skid Tank has won the People’s Choice Award for Industrial Product of the Year.
This is the second year in a row Newberry Tanks’ oil and petroleum storage tank designs have captured this award.
Newberry’s Code Compliant Skid Tank
Judges awarded Newberry’s innovative and environmentally conscious Code Compliant Skid Tank Gold last month, due to the balanced “no swing” design which improves safety for staff and adds another level of protection against costly EPA violations. Additionally, the skid tank can be moved with a simple forklift, saving customers thousands of dollars per year on hiring a crane.
Judges cited:
“New skid tank design with high priority to workplace safety, no swing design, and the ability to move with the forklift offers a great benefit and value to industrial clients.”
“Storage has been a major issue and needs lot of attention to combustible fluids. This mobile tank will help business’ need for storage.”
Newberry also won Industrial Product of the Year and People’s Choice Awards for their custom-designed Slimline steel tank in 2020. The company has taken a total of 10 American Business Awards in the past two years.
Newberry Tanks President and COO Matt Kohnke commented, “We’d like to thank all the customers, partners and fans that voted for our skid tank in the People’s Choice Award. It goes to show that when customers come to Newberry for customization of a steel tank, we’re a trusted partner that can deliver a design that exceeds expectations. We’re proud of that legacy.”
Media inquiries regarding this release should be directed to publicist Kathleen Hannon (704) 912-0209 or via email at [email protected].
About Newberry Tanks:
For more than 90 years, award-winning Newberry Tank and Equipment has been manufacturing quality aboveground and underground steel tanks for the American Supply Chain and every branch of the U.S. military. The “Think Tank” of Oil and Petroleum storage, Newberry Tanks is intent on innovation: offering tanks on demand, dedicated customer service, turnkey solutions, and the fastest delivery in the country. *Ask about our Preferred Customer Program.
About the American Business Awards®
Stevie Awards are conferred in eight programs: the Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards, the German Stevie Awards, the Middle East & North Africa Stevie Awards, The American Business Awards®, The International Business Awards®, the Stevie Awards for Women in Business, the Stevie Awards for Great Employers, and the Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service. The Stevies also produce the annual Women|Future Conference. Stevie Awards competitions receive more than 12,000 entries each year from organizations in more than 70 nations. Honoring organizations of all types and sizes and the people behind them, the Stevies recognize outstanding performances in the workplace worldwide. Learn more about the Stevie Awards at https://www.StevieAwards.com.
NEWBERRY TANKS WINS BIG AT BUSINESS AWARDS® SECOND YEAR IN A ROW
West Memphis, AR May 4, 2021– For the second consecutive year, the American Business Awards® announced that oil and petroleum steel tank supplier Newberry Tanks & Equipment LLC is the recipient of multiple Stevies including:
- GOLD for New Product Industrial Products & Services – Skid Tank
- SILVER for Most Exemplary Employer during COVID
- BRONZE for Achievement in Customer Satisfaction
More than 3,800 nominations – a record number – from organizations of all sizes and in virtually every industry were submitted this year for consideration in a wide range of categories at the American Business Awards and more than 250 professionals worldwide participated in the judging process to select this year’s Stevie Award winners.
Best New Industrial Product – Newberry’s Code Compliant Skid Tank
Newberry’s innovative and environmentally conscious Code Compliant Skid Tank won gold for Industrial Product of the Year. The balanced “no swing” design better ensures workplace safety for staff, while adding another level of protection against chemical spills. Additionally, the skid tank can be moved with a simple forklift, saving customers thousands of dollars per year on hiring a crane. Judges cited:
“New skid tank design with high priority to workplace safety, no swing design, and the ability to move with the forklift offers a great benefit and value to industrial clients.”
“Storage has been a major issue and needs lot of attention to combustible fluids. This mobile tank will help business’ need for storage.”
Most Exemplary Employer during COVID
The ABA also recognized Newberry Tank’s adeptness in weathering the storm of the COVID pandemic and a collapsing economy. Thanks to solid management skills and confidence, the West Memphis steel tank supplier retained all staff throughout the pandemic, never suffered an outbreak on the floor, and nevertheless achieved year over year revenue growth. One judge commented:
“Newberry kept employees safe, their wages increased, the company grew in size and revenue, all while acting as a responsible corporate citizen in their community.”
Achievement in Customer Satisfaction
Recognizing Newberry’s dedication to Customer Service, and new customer service initiatives such as their 3-call system, Judges said:
“Positively uplifting…a company pivoting on the importance of customer satisfaction with communication, commitment, and care.
“Newberry Tanks delivered tanks on time and defect-free in the toughest conditions, specifically Hurricane Laura.”
In response to all three awards, Newberry Tanks President Matt Kohnke commented, “We’d like to thank the judges at the American Business Awards, our customers, and most of all, our staff at Newberry. In the most trying of year of a century, this team came together to not only meet the challenge, but overcame it, demonstrating a heroic level of skill, grit, and determination. We couldn’t be prouder of all of you.”
Media inquiries regarding this release should be directed to publicist Kathleen Hannon (704) 912-0209 or via email at [email protected].
For more than 90 years, award-winning Newberry Tank and Equipment has been manufacturing quality aboveground and underground steel tanks for the American Supply Chain and every branch of the U.S. military. The “Think Tank” of Oil and Petroleum storage, Newberry Tanks is intent on innovation: offering tanks on demand, dedicated customer service, turnkey solutions, and the fastest delivery in the country. *Ask about our Preferred Customer Program
About the American Business Awards®
Stevie Awards are conferred in eight programs: the Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards, the German Stevie Awards, the Middle East & North Africa Stevie Awards, The American Business Awards®, The International Business Awards®, the Stevie Awards for Women in Business, the Stevie Awards for Great Employers, and the Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service. The Stevies also produce the annual Women|Future Conference. Stevie Awards competitions receive more than 12,000 entries each year from organizations in more than 70 nations. Honoring organizations of all types and sizes and the people behind them, the Stevies recognize outstanding performances in the workplace worldwide. Learn more about the Stevie Awards at https://www.StevieAwards.com.
Newberry Tanks welcomes Bert Danner
Newberry Tanks & Equipment is proud to welcome Bert Danner as our new Regional Account Executive for Alabama, Mississippi, and Tennessee. Bert is a sales executive with 14 years’ experience in both commodities and capital equipment sales in the Automotive/Aerospace/Steel/Oil & Gas markets.
Fun facts about Bert: he’s a veteran officer of the U.S. Navy, an Auburn Tiger, an MBA, and proficient in Mandarin, Spanish, and Portuguese.
Bert will continue to reside in Birmingham, AL, with his wife Julianna and their son Roman. He joins us the week of April 26th, shortly after which, he’ll be zooming his way to all of you.
Please welcome Bert to the team!
Business View Magazine Feature: Newberry Tanks & Equipment LLC - Investing in Innovation
Newberry Tanks & Equipment LLC – Investing in Innovation
Every company dreams of innovating: shiny new products, new and leaner internal processes, as well as shedding maddening, outmoded business customs within their industry. And yet obtaining that level of innovation, let alone successfully marketing those innovations to busy customers, can seem an insurmountable task. How does one get there? Read the new article featuring Newberry Tanks in Business View Magazine: https://businessviewmagazine.com/digital-magazines/dec-2020/87/
MATT KOHNKE NAMED PRESIDENT AND CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER AT NEWBERRY TANKS
MATT KOHNKE NAMED PRESIDENT AND CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER AT NEWBERRY TANKS
West Memphis, AR August 10, 2020 – Intentional innovation continues at Newberry Tanks and Equipment LLC with CEO Chris Long’s announcement today that Matt Kohnke, formerly CFO of Freight Car America, has been hired as President and Chief Operating Officer.
After a transitional period, CEO Long will focus on Newberry’s “New Thinking” innovation, strategy, and culture. Long commented, “I am elated to have such an exceptionally talented and qualified manager join our team. Matt brings leadership talent to our team to continue our record of quality, success, and growth.”
Kohnke possesses 17 years’ experience as a senior executive at manufacturing and distribution companies, where he developed a reputation for enabling partnerships within and outside the company for maximum profit. His duties at Newberry will include oversight of the company’s lean manufacturing process to ensure quality and employee safety, as well as meeting customer needs. Kohnke’s duties will include further streamlining Newberry’s new expedited delivery options, even as the company’s footprint continues to expand at a pace 52% higher than industry average.
Kohnke added, “I am very excited to join the Newberry Tanks team. We have a significant opportunity to expand our market penetration and grow the business nationally. With a high level of focus on safety and quality, we will work with our customers to be the preferred supplier of tanks and accessories to them. Our goal is to provide exceptional products to our customers on a prompt delivery schedule, which is critical to meeting their needs.”
Media inquiries regarding this release should be directed to publicist Kathleen Hannon (704) 912-0209 or via email at [email protected].
For more than 90 years, award-winning Newberry Tank and Equipment has been manufacturing quality aboveground and underground steel tanks for the American Supply Chain and every branch of the U.S. military. The “Think Tank” of Oil and Petroleum storage, Newberry Tanks is intent on innovation: offering tanks on demand, dedicated customer service, turnkey solutions, and the fastest delivery in the country. *Ask about our Preferred Customer Program
