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Remembering Douglas Fritts

On behalf of Wessels Company, we regret to announce the sudden passing of our friend and colleague Douglas H. Fritts. Our deepest condolences and sympathy go out to his family and to everyone who had the opportunity to know and work with Doug. As a design engineer and draftsman, he helped shape our core products and was often the first one in the office, but never the first one out. He is survived by his four children, Christian (18), Joseph (14), Jake (9), and Carter (7), whom he loved. Doug was a source of energy and inspiration and will be deeply missed.

Jim Fuller, President, remembers Doug as “an inspiration to us all with his unparalleled work ethic, dependability, and productivity. He had a great sense of humor that helped greatly with the morale of the office. His passion for his children demonstrated his boundless family values. He also had a creative hobby selling and gifting handmade survival items. His presence at Wessels will be truly missed.”

Doug’s supervisor and Director of Engineering and Quality, Aaron Johannigman, recalls, “Doug has always been a team player and very dedicated to his work. He was always very creative with paracord, making all kinds of things from spinners to tackle equipment, hunting equipment, and personal defense items, and he took pride in his creations. He was a great guy and will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him.”

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, May 9, 2023, from 10am-12pm and Mass at 12pm at St. Cecilia Church located at 334 15th Street SW, DeMotte, IN with Father Michael McKinney officiating. In Lieu of flowers please consider a donation to the family to help with his children.

For more information about how you can provide support, please visit:
Frazier Funeral Home Douglas Fritts Memorial

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How To: Punch an Expansion Tank Bladder Hole

How To: Punch an Expansion Tank Bladder Hole

Wessels Company offers replacement bladders for our line of removable bladder expansion tanks. The butyl bladders come with a standard hole in the bottom of the bladder, but sometimes a larger-sized hole is recommended for optimal installation.

Wessels manually punches bladder holes to the correct size. However, if a bladder you receive needs modification, you can follow these easy steps to correctly expand the connection opening. The size of the hole will depend on the size of the tank.

Tank Size:                                          Hole for connection:
85 – 130 liters                                    1 inch
200-400 liters                                    1 ½ inch
400+ liters                                         2 inch

Be sure to carefully remove the bottom system connection and use the inside lip to trace a hole centered around the pre-punched hole at the base of the bladder.

The hole can be expanded with either a leather punch or carefully cut with a pair of very sharp shears (gardening shears will work). If using shears, cut along the traced line from the previous step.

WARNING: If the bladder tears or is not cut based on the interior lip of the bottom system connection, the connection will be unable to seal and the bladder will not work properly.

If using a leather punch, make sure it is the correct diameter. Once the correct punch is secured, place a piece of wood large enough to cover the entire hole into the bladder. Place the pre-punched hole over the wood and center the leather punch on top of the bladder hole. Strike the handle of the punch with a mallet until the metal of the leather punch punctures the wood and cuts cleanly through the butyl.

Once the hole is cut, replace the bottom connection, and replace the bladder.

For instructions on replacing a bladder, watch the Step-by-Step Guide Video on Youtube or reference the installation manual.

Please contact the warehouse at 317-888-9800 for more technical information on bladders or hole punching.

May Employee Spotlight Noah Barrow

May Employee Spotlight Noah Barrow

We are happy to welcome the newest member of the Wessels Company family, Noah Barrow.  Noah became Purchasing Manager in April of 2023.  Noah attended Indiana University and is a life-long Indiana Pacers fan.  He also played in a band and taught English in Japan for 5 years.  Noah enjoys singing, playing guitar, shooting 3-pointers, traveling, and exploring new places in his spare time.  We are incredibly happy to welcome Noah to Wessels.

Noah fast facts:
Favorite color: Blue
Favorite food: Pizza & Long’s donuts
Likes: Playing guitar and hiking
Roots for the Indiana Pacers

Noah Barrow
Purchasing Manager
(317) 888-9800 ext.
[email protected]

Pricing Correction for 2023 List Price Book

Pricing Correction for 2023 List Price Book

March 2023

Wessels Company
101 Tank Street
Greenwood, IN 46143

Subject: PRICING CORRECTION

Dear Customer,

In the January 2023 print version of Wessels Company’s List Price Book, an error incorrectly listed the prices of the FX100V and FX200V. The correct pricing should be:

FX100V: $1,006.00
FX200V: $1,555.00

We apologize for any inconvenience. For the most up-to-date pricing, lead times, new products, and discounts, please visit www.wesselsvessels.com.

Wessels Condensate Neutralizer

Wessels Condensate Neutralizer

WCNWessels Condensate Neutralizers (WCN) neutralize condensate issued by modulating condensing gas heating devices. A rigid pipe links the heating device to the WCN unit to treat the condensate. The media in the unit neutralizes the condensate pH to make it safe for building components and the environment. WCN units can contain up to three media bags to suit different heating device capacities and treatment condensate volumes. Media bags have a label to mark the installation date. Up to 3 WCN-2 units can be combined with connectors.

Download brochure

Download submittal

Employee Spotlight: Rem Mawi

Employee Spotlight: Rem Mawi

Please welcome one of the newest smiling faces at Wessels Company: Rem Mawi (pronounced M-oy). Mawi joined the Accounts Payable department in September 2022. Her favorite part of the job is organizing. Mawi likes teaching, sports, cars, and fashion. Her hobbies include cooking, singing, drawing, and sewing. She is a polyglot fluent in 3 different languages: English, Burmese, and Hakha. Mawi is a soccer fan and during soccer season she can be found rooting for Manchester United. We are very happy to welcome Mawi to the Wessels family.

Mawi Fast Facts:
Preferred name: Mawi
Favorite food: Asian cuisine
Likes: Sports, cars, and fashion

Rem Mawi
Accountants Payable
e-mail: [email protected]
phone: 317-888-9800 ext. 1014

Press Release: New All-in-One Multi-Purpose Tank Series

Press Release: New All-in-One Multi-Purpose Tank Series

PRESS RELEASE

February 2023
Contact: Rebecca Bennett- Marketing Coordinator
[email protected]
317-888-9800
For Immediate Release

Wessels Announces New All-in-One Multi-Purpose Tank Series

 

GREENWOOD, IND. – Wessels Company has brought to market the new WMT Series multi-purpose tank. This all-in-one tank can be used as a primary/secondary hydraulic separator, air and dirt eliminator, and buffer storage for either hot or chilled water systems.

The innovative design incorporates a buffer volume that slows fluid velocity resulting in superior air elimination. Air and dirt elimination efficiency are also greatly increased with the introduction of the highly customizable WesPro Super Filter Baffle System, a patented coalescing media available in eight different internal configurations.

Inlet and outlet ports can be manufactured anywhere between 90° and 180° apart, depending on need, with flanged, NPT, or grooved connections available. Wessels has upped the ante by also offering several optional upgrades. Along with new spray-on insulation, jacketed WesFoam insulation, or air vent trim package, the WMT differentiates itself from other multi-purpose tanks by being compatible with the Wessels WesMag magnetic filtration system. With WesMag, ferrous particulate can be caught and removed, increasing the life of system components.

A new brochure and easy-to-use all-in-one submittal for the new WMT can be found online.

For more information, pricing, and availability, call 317-888-9800 or visit the WMT product page. Coming to wesselsvessels.com soon.

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JAN 1, 2023 LIST PRICE INCREASE NOTICE

JAN 1, 2023 LIST PRICE INCREASE NOTICE

Wessels Company
101 Tank Street
Greenwood, IN 46143

Subject: 2023 PRICING NOTICE AND NEW CATALOG

Please consider this memo full notice:

January 1st, 2023, the Wessels product catalog will see a List Price Increase.

The new year is approaching, which means work on the 2023 list price product catalog has begun. Wessels remains dedicated to offering competitive pricing for our wide range of product offerings, which will include new small, large, and high connection cold water buffer tanks, multi-purpose tanks, innovative degasser accessories, and new smart tank control and measuring devices.

Wessels continues to offer pioneering product lines like the Rx and Full-Flow thermal expansion tanks, which use mixing and antimicrobial plating to combat the growth of biohazardous bacteria, and WesMag Filtration adaptations that drastically increase the life of filtration vessels, air and dirt separators, and other HVAC and plumbing equipment.

We will have more details about these price changes in the weeks to come. Wessels will continue to honor 2022 pricing until January. We’re also happy to announce we are extending our 3% discount on orders placed through our e-shop wesselsvessels.com into 2023. As always, we thank you for your continued business and look forward to forging ahead together in the new year.

Sincerely,

Wessels Company

Employee Spotlight: Mike Goshen

Employee Spotlight: Mike Goshen

December Employee Spotlight

One of the newest team members at Wessels is Design Engineer, Mike Goshen.  Mike has been in the Engineering department for about 2 months. He is currently working full time and attending classes to attain an electrical engineering degree.  In his spare time, he likes spending time with his wife, watching movies and working out. Mike likes to travel and he and his wife are trying to visit all 50 states.  In his free time he can be found watching UFC and keeping busy with his 5 pets: three dogs and two cats.  Please help us in welcoming Mike to Wessels!

 

Mike fast facts:

Interesting fact: he’s ambidextrous

Hobbies: working out, golf and electronics repair

Future plans: he wants to learn sign language and to ride a motorcycle.