BPR/Rico Equipment Inc, a producer of specially-engineered materials handling equipment, has appointed Hank Durica as national sales manager.

Mr Durica has held various sales and management positions in the primary metals and other industries.

Rico vice-president Michael Ross said: "Hank brings a wealth of industry knowledge and strong sales expertise, both of which are essential to properly serve our customers."

Rico manufactures materials handling equipment, with capacities from 3,000 pounds (1.3 tonnes) to 300,000 pounds (136 tonnes), for customers in the industrial, commercial, and military markets. The company has manufacturing facilities in Ohio and West Virginia.