Ridge Corporation, a leading manufacturer of fiber reinforced thermoplastics for the transportation, marine, and recreational vehicle markets, announces the addition of Jack Hartnagel, Jr. as Business Development Manager.  Mr.  Hartnagel’s addition comes at a time when Ridge is expanding their manufacturing and product base to include 50% more lamination capability and many new trailer/truck body components.

Jack Hartnagel brings an impressive track record, which includes 14 years’ experience in the transportation industry and the last 10 years in thermoplastics. Jack’s long-standing relationships with customers and industry knowledge are a perfect fit.   We are excited about the contributions he will make to our team’s continued success.

With a deep understanding of Ridge Corporation’s customer base, Mr. Hartnagel will play a key role in the roll out of Ridge’s new product lines which include Transcore, Trailer Helmet, and the Transcore CC Roll-up door.  Mr. Hartnagel will help Ridge fulfil its mission to deploy solution-oriented products that address light-weighting, durability, and long-life cycle requirements in the transportation markets. 

“It is an honor to add an outstanding individual, such as Jack Hartnagel, to Ridge’s experienced leadership team.  To have someone with Jack’s talents who so closely aligns to Ridge’s core values is huge win for the Ridge team” shared Ray McDonald Co-Founder & CEO of Ridge. “With Mr. Hartnagel’s addition and our continued growth, I am very confident in Ridge’s future and the fulfillment of our continued goal of supplying premium quality products with the highest levels of service and performance.”