CASE SYSTEMS ANNOUNCES PROMOTION OF RICK VANDER WEELE TO CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER — DECEMBER 21, 2009
MIDLAND, MI (Dec. 21) – Case Systems, Inc., an industry leader in the manufacture and development of casework and adaptable work environment equipment, announced today that its Board of Directors has named Rick Vander Weele to serve as President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective immediately.
Vander Weele has served since November 2005 as President and Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Case Systems. Through his innovation and leadership, Vander Weele has helped Case Systems grow its business and post record profits. He succeeds Bob Bowden, who is stepping down as Chief Executive Officer after 16 years of leadership of the company. Bowden will retain his role as Chairman of Case Systems' Board of Directors. Read full article.
Task Focused Workstation Incorporates Ergonomics and Lean Philosophy to Improve Fulfillment Process
— June 2009
BOSTONtec's ability to quickly design and build specialized task focused workstations with new products like bubble pack dispensers won us the contract.
To ensure efficient and safe packaging, the solution required a workstation that allowed a sufficient inventory of many different packing materials to be available within easy reach for the different sized...Read full article.
Strategic Plan Helps Case Systems And BOSTONtec Thrive
— Fall 2008/Winter 2009
These days, it seems the economic news goes from bad to worse. But Case Systems is thriving. Case President Rick Vander Weele attributes the company's success to sound strategic planning.
When the economy takes a downturn, it's tempting to abandon long-term plans in an effort to make short-term gains. Vander Weele believes the smartest approach is to develop a solid strategic plan and stick with it - in good times and bad...Read full article.
Tech Center Workstation Adjusts to Changing User Needs
— Feb 28, 2008
Midland, Michigan - BOSTONtec, Inc., an innovator in the development of efficient work environments, is now offering a cost-effective, easily adjustable workstation, which is modifiable to virtually any project need.
The Tech Center Workstation was created with a simple concept in mind: things change. With ever-evolving work area configurations, it simply makes sense to include workstations, which can quickly adjust and adapt to accommodate increased carrying loads, storage requirements and worker height....Read full article.
Case Systems, Inc. and BOSTONtec, Inc. Selects A New President And Chief Operating Officer
— Nov 10, 2005
Midland, Michigan - Educational, health care and laboratory casework manufacturer, Case Systems, Inc., and industrial grade ergonomic workstation and furniture manufacturer, BOSTONtec, Inc., have selected Richard W. Vander Weele as their new President & Chief Operating Officer
Rick is a very talented individual with a history of accomplishments and success. He has managed and led several successful companies and has served in positions of President and General Manager, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, and as Principal and Owner serving as a Consultant to a variety of manufacturing businesses...Read full article.
Case Systems, Inc. acquires BOSTONtec, Inc.
— June 1, 2004
Midland, Michigan - Case Systems, Inc. announces their purchase and relocation of their new venture...BOSTONtec, Inc.
Case Systems, a Midland based manufacturer of furniture and commercial plastic laminate cabinetry for schools, colleges, universities, laboratories and healthcare facilities, has restructured their existing 167,600 square foot facility to accommodate the combined manufacturing processes of both BOSTONtec, Inc. and Case Systems, Inc...Read full article.