George Kueppers serves as Vice President of Product Innovation at Centrisys/CNP, bringing a refreshing perspective on how to get the most life and performance out of wastewater treatment equipment. A veteran of the wastewater industry for nearly 40 years, Kueppers has been with Centrisys since its founding in 1987, helping to build the company's tradition of durable, efficient equipment. His journey began when he met Michael Kopper at a local fitness club. At that time, Kueppers did not know what a centrifuge was, let alone that he would play a key role in helping to create a global company leading the industry with innovative centrifuge designs.
After Centrisys was founded as a decanter centrifuge service provider, the company began to manufacture its own brand of decanter centrifuges. The company studied centrifuges - what worked, what did not, and why - and this expertise translated into the ability to service any make or model. As Centrisys grew, Kueppers' team maintained the service integrity and responsiveness of a small startup, a quality he credits for the company's strong growth. Under Kueppers' direction, the company built a massive domestic supplier network that provides 85 percent of its centrifuge parts and maintains substantial inventory to ensure unparalleled service around the world.
Kueppers was promoted to VP of Product Innovation in February 2021, after serving as V.P. of Production. In his current role, he works side-by-side with the engineering, research and development, and service teams to continue driving centrifuge innovation forward. His expertise as a centrifuge repair expert gives him unique insights into equipment performance, reliability, and longevity, allowing him to identify opportunities for product improvements and design enhancements.
