About the Company
Oil Filtration Systems, Inc. manufactures Filtration Systems for petroleum & many chemical product applications. We also provide Filtration Services, provide Replacement Filter Elements and have an extensive Rental Fleet for lubrication, fuel, and many chemical applications. The majority of our filtration applications involve the removal of particulate and water from Oils and Fuels. We are committed and focused in providing innovative filtration solutions and services for demanding applications on a global scale. When oils & fuels become contaminated, companies call us for solutions.
History of the Company
Oil Filtration Systems, Inc. was incorporated in July of 1999. Two original founders with a dream to provide Innovative Filtration Solutions to meet customer’s ever changing needs. We started with humble beginnings; a two car garage and small office. 9 years later with both original founders fully active to this day; our objectives and focus have remained constant. As a result; we are rapidly growing into one of the most successful companies within the Oil & Fuel Filtration Industry.
Our Staff
Duke Cooper – President & CEO
13+ years experience within the Hydraulic, Fuel, & Lubrication Filtration Industries.
Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing & Sales background. Hands on field expertise and know how to implement the most efficient and cost effective filtration solutions.
Ken Kaihlanen – Vice-President & Director of Sales
9+ years experience within the Hydraulic, Fuel, & Lubrication Filtration Industries.
A Geologist with 15 years sales experience. Outstanding customer support and works with customers to ensure the most cost effective filtration solutions are utilized.
Kelly O’Neil – Technical Sales Manager
23+ years experience within the Manufacturing Industry.
6+ years experience within the filtration industry.
Ernesto De La Torre – Director of Manufacturing
Fully bilingual with English & Spanish.
8+ years experience within the Filtration Industry.
Extensive mechanical knowledge and hands on experience for manufacturing and customer support.
Tavo Mendoza – Manufacturing & Technical Support Manager
Fully bilingual with English & Spanish.
8+ years experience within the Filtration Industry.
Extensive mechanical knowledge and hands on experience for manufacturing and customer support.
Michael Sanchez – Electrical Division Manager
8+ years experience within the electrical industry.
Hands on field expertise to design the most efficient electrical control/automation systems.
Shawn Wright – Electrical Department
3+ years experience within the electrical industry.
Hands on field expertise to design the most efficient electrical control systems.
Gene Bangert – Purchasing Manager
18+ years experience with distribution and purchasing.
Ward Wilson – Field Service Manager
6+ Years Experience In the Filtration Industry
Extensive mechanical knowledge and hands on trouble shooting.
Chris Garcia – Shipping Manager
4+ years experience within distribution.