FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 15, 2020

For more information please contact:
Zenagui Brahim
President, NH MEP
603-226-3200
zenaguib@nhmep.org

West Lebanon, NH – Progressive Manufacturing, Inc. is thrilled to announce the growth of its engineering department with the addition of a new Project Engineer, Andrew Metz. In his role, Andrew will bring a fresh perspective to product development for Progressive Manufacturing’s fireplace brand, SÓLAS. As part of the SÓLAS team, Andrew will work to further accelerate the development of the innovative fireplace products SÓLAS is renowned for. Additionally, Andrew will help support Progressive Manufacturing’s contract manufacturing customer base within the New England market. Prior to joining Progressive Manufacturing, Andrew recently graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Roger Williams University in Rhode Island.

“I am excited to have Andrew join the SÓLAS/Progressive Manufacturing team. Andrew has demonstrated a passion for innovation and willingness to investigate creative solutions for the problems facing the hearth industry.” – David Moynihan, VP of Engineering at Progressive Manufacturing. 

Patrick Moynihan, Founder and President of Progressive Manufacturing adds, “I am pleased to welcome Andrew, he brings a great attitude and objective viewpoint to the engineering department here at Progressive and supports our growth in a positive way.”

About Progressive Manufacturing/SÓLAS: Progressive Manufacturing, Inc. is a family-run manufacturing company located in West Lebanon, NH. Founded in 1999, Progressive Manufacturing has established a reputation for top quality work for precision sheet metal fabrication, CNC machining, and contract manufacturing. Progressive Manufacturing is the parent company of SÓLAS, a contemporary fireplace brand and industry leader bringing innovation and new technologies to market in the hearth industry.

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New Hampshire Manufacturing Extension Partnership
172 Pembroke Road
Concord, NH  03301

Phone: 603-226-3200

The New Hampshire Manufacturing Extension Partnership does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, disability, age, political affiliation or belief. This nondiscrimination policy encompasses the operation of all educational and training programs and activities. It also encompasses the employment of personnel and contracting for goods and services.

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