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Managing Bitzer scroll compressors

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James Cullen

USA: James Cullen, programme manager at Bitzer Scroll Inc has been made director responsible for the international product management of Bitzer scroll compressors.

With previous experience at Carrier and McQuay in the US, James Cullen joined Bitzer five years ago with the launch of the Orbit 8 scroll compressor. He has since developed a reputation as an acknowledged expert in Bitzer scroll compressors.

As director scroll product management, his primary functions include developing key product strategies for scroll compressors and tapping into new market segments.

Commenting on his new role, he said: “I would like to further develop our innovations and work with the team to identify new ways to achieve our business goals. That of course requires us to follow global developments, as well as take into account regional circumstances.”

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