Takeuchi Manufacturing US has appointed John J. Vranches as national sales manager of its North American sales operations division. Vranches, an industry veteran, will lead the company’s initiative to establish continued market leadership within the compact construction equipment industry segment.

Previously, Vranches was a regional business manager of both the company’s mid-atlantic and northeast division and stems from a strong retail background with both Volvo CE NA and Hitachi Construction Machinery.

“Takeuchi is a multimillion dollar worldwide company that is poised to reach its potential in North America. Outstanding people, superior product, and corporate investment commitments promise to deliver the kind of value our customers require to sustain profitability during all cycles of our economy. I am looking forward to fully supporting our regional staff and dealer network in this unique time and continued growth in Takeuchi history,” said Vranches.

Vranches replaces Mike Ross, who now serves as Takeuchi’s director of operations.

For more information call 706/693-3600 or visit www.takeuchi-us.com.