Helmitin taps Larry Press for director of flooring post

Helmitin Adhesives, a producer of epoxy, urethane and acrylic floor covering adhesives in North American and Europe, has appointed Larry Press to serve as the company's director of flooring. In his new role, Press, who will be involved in all phases of Helmitin's flooring business, is responsible for product development and enhancing the company's industry position.

Press comes to his new post from Para-Chem Southern, where he had served since 1992 as director of technical services, adhesives. A recognized industry expert, he is a frequent speaker and panelist at industry meetings, conventions, conferences, and seminars. He is among a group of industry leaders deeply involved in reducing moisture, mildew and mold problems and has worked with committees charged with bringing the concrete and floor covering industries closer together.