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New Woodex President
We are proud to announce that Somchai Taesuwan has been appointed President of Woodex Bearing Company, effective January 1, 2025. This appointment marks a significant milestone in Somchai's remarkable journey with the company, one that began over 32 years ago as a draftsman. During his Tenure, he filled the roles of Designer, Lead Designer, IT Manager, Operations Manager, General Manager and Vice President. Somchai’s career at Woodex is a true testament to dedication, hard work, and growth. Over the years, he has worked his way through various roles, gaining invaluable experience and insights into every aspect of our business. His deep understanding of both the technical and operational sides of our company has prepared him to lead Woodex into the future.
We are confident that Somchai’s leadership, built on years of hands-on experience and a commitment to excellence, will continue to drive the company’s success and innovation. His vision and expertise will guide Woodex to even greater achievements in 2025 and beyond.
Please join us in congratulating Somchai on his well-deserved promotion. We look forward to a bright future under his leadership and are excited about the opportunities that lie ahead for Woodex Bearing Company. We wish you all a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Sincerely,
The Woodex Bearing Company Team
Since 1905, Woodex has produced a bearing material from rock maple, impregnated with petrolatum wax. This highly-durable material is used extensively in wet and dry screw and roll conveying machinery, frequently in agricultural service. When the inevitable sand or grit invades the journal interface, a wood bearing compresses, absorbing the pollutant into its surface, and covering it with a film of oil. The substance which typically destroys shafts becomes a benign part of the bearing! The wood releases lubricant when the shaft begins to spin and the journal interface heats; when the shaft stops and the journal cools, the natural capillary action of the wood retrieves the lubricant. Woodex bearings are thus permanently lubricated. Woodex manufactures direct replacement parts for Arguto® and Pobco® oil-impregnated wood bearings.
