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Dave Mason

Dave es el fundador, dueño, y presidente de ASC. Antes de formar la compañía en 1988, Dave era un gerente de ingeniería en Baron Autoclave (antes conocido como Baron Blakeslee). Educado como como ingeniero de control en la Universidad de Michigan, es el autor de CPC, Flextime, y otros paquetes internos de ingeniería. También desarrolló el concepto Econoclave ® y muchos otros equipos y productos de control vendidos por ASC. Dave divide su tiempo entre la gerencia del núcleo, desarrollo de nuevos productos, y ayuda para la mejora de las ventas de ASC, gerencia de proyectos, ingeniería, producción, recursos humanos y calidad de departamentos.

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Gudrun Mason

Gudrun está a cargo de las operaciones de ASC día a día. Ella supervisa todos los departamentos internos, presupuestos, nuevo desarrollo de la planta, análisis de contratos y negociación con los clientes. Ella también es responsable del desarrollo de los sistemas internos de oficina con el objetivo de agilizar los procesos dentro de ASC. Gudrun es originalmente de Innsbruck, Austria y estudió Economía y Diseño de la Universidad del Estado de California - Northridge. Habla con fluidez el alemán.

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Ethan Jewell

Ethan se pasa el día trabajando en estrecha colaboración con los clientes de Econoclave ® y Hornos con el fin de facilitar un proceso de ventas sin problemas y agradable. Ethan es un experto en las líneas de productos de Econoclave ® y Horno y gestiona la mayoría de las ventas Econoclave ® estándar de ASC. Ethan ha trabajado para ASC durante más de 5 años.

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Gus Heath

Gus has worked for ASC since 2007 and is responsible for all aspects of manufacturing engineering including continuous improvements, global engineering changes, and document control. Gus received his bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Cal State University, Los Angeles.

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Sean Mac

Sean tiene 5 años de experiencia de ingeniería y actualmente trabaja en el Departamento de Calidad, donde es responsable de la disposición de los cambios de diseño y líneas rojas de las actividades de campo y de las tiendas. Sean es un experto en el modelado de sólidos y también es un jugador clave en la generación de dibujos de ventas para los clientes. Sean recibió su licenciatura en Ingeniería de Autómatas del Instituto ITT.

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Jojo Teves

Jojo ha trabajado en el campo de autoclave durante más de 25 años. Antes de unirse a ASC hace 10 años, Jojo trabajó en el TEC y Baron Blakeslee. Jojo es el ingeniero eléctrico de más alto rango de ASC y es responsable del diseño de sistemas de control y paneles de control para Econoclaves, Hornos, y otros equipos especializados. Jojo recibió su BSME en el Don Bosco Technical College, Manila.

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Mari Teves

Mari ha trabajado para ASC por 6 años y es responsable del diseño de sistemas de control y paneles de control para Econoclaves y Hornos. Mari es también líder en el desarrollo de sistemas internos para agilizar el departamento de ingeniería eléctrica. Mari recibió su BSECE en la Universidad de San Carlos en las Filipinas.

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Ilya Margulis

Ilya tiene más de 22 años de experiencia en sistemas de control avanzado y 7 años en ASC. Antes de ASC trabajó como ingeniero de campo para Honeywell. Ilya es el ingeniero de control de mayor rango de ASC y es un experto en programación de PLC de los sistemas complejos y tiene experiencia en una amplia gama de PLCs incluyendo Allen Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi, PLCDirect, Honeywell, y otros. Ilya es responsable de la más avanzada proyectos de sistemas de control que ASC asume, incluyendo autoclaves de muestreo nucleares, y los sistemas de proceso húmedo. Ilya recibió su MSEE de la Universidad Politécnica, Rusia.

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Nate Barajas

Nate ha trabajado en ASC en el departamento de electricidad durante más de 12 años. En su posición actual, Nate administra todos los trabajos eléctricos en ASC, incluyendo creación de paneles, prueba de panel, el conducto y el cableado, y de interconexión. Gestiona directamente más de 30 electricistas. Nate también es responsable de la planificación eléctrica y gestión de recursos. Antes de su cargo actual, Nate trabajó en ASC como electricista, especialista en sistemas de control, y más recientemente como supervisor de tienda.

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Eric Blesgraeft

Eric ha trabajado para ASC por más de 11 años, donde ha sido un supervisor de fabricación mecánica. Él es un experto en la fabricación de Econoclaves, hornos, y otra maquinaria compleja y ahora es nuestro especialista en Mejora Continua encargada de cuestiones de identificación, solución de problemas y de calidad para corregir y fabricación.

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Eduardo Barbosa

Eduardo ha trabajado en el campo de mantenimiento de la maquinaria durante más de 18 años. En ASC, él es responsable de la gestión de nuestro departamento de servicio y mantenimiento. Eduardo pasa sus días trabajando con los clientes, organizando llamadas al servicio técnico, el manejo de personal del servicio de ASC, y citando nuevo servicio y mantenimiento. Él es un experto en autoclave y las operaciones de horno y el mantenimiento preventivo. Eduardo es titular de un certificado AIB Ingeniería de Mantenimiento.

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Angie Marquez

Angie ha trabajado en ASC durante más de 12 años en el departamento de compras. Actualmente dirige el departamento y también es responsable de la compra especializada de componentes y materias primas para proyectos de ASC.

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Janice Watanabe

Janice tiene más de 10 años de experiencia en la gestión de personal de contabilidad y de la oficina. Janice es responsable de las operaciones del día a día de oficina, incluyendo contabilidad, cuentas por pagar, cuentas por cobrar, la revisión del contrato, y la oferta de trabajo / cierre. Ella también supervisa una media docena de personal de oficina. Janice recibió su Licenciatura en Contabilidad de la Universidad Estatal de California - Dominguez Hills.

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Nancy Gomez

Nancy ha trabajado para ASC por 6 años y es responsable de toda la coordinación de viajes. El día de Nancy está lleno del manejo de los viajes y planes de vida de decenas de empleados de campo que realizan la instalación, el arranque y la puesta en marcha de servicios en todo el mundo.

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Meighan Gillett

Meighan ha trabajado para ASC durante 5 años. Ella ha sido recepcionista principal de ASC durante 4 años, pero recientemente fue promovida a asistente administrativa, donde trabaja en la presentación de informes de trabajo, control de inventario, y tareas de contabilidad.

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Cruz Echeverria

Cruz lleva muchos sombreros en ASC. Él es el supervisor en taller para los departamentos de envío, recepción y control de inventario.

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Benjamin Brody

Ben maneja el departamento de seguridad de la ASC. En este rol, desarrolla, implementa y mantiene planes de EHS, las prácticas de seguridad de trabajo y los procedimientos de seguridad en el taller de ASC y para nuestras actividades de campo. Ben viene a ASC después de 2 años en la primera línea del derrame de petróleo del golfo, donde desarrolló planes de EHS para los equipos de análisis de campo. Ben recibió su B.S. de Lewis & Clark College.

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Sophia Reyes

Sophia es la responsable de la supervisión del departamento de control de documentos de ASC. ASC mantiene un sistema informático avanzado que controla dibujos, documentos y registros de trabajos de la línea roja para cumplir con la norma ISO 9001 de cumplimiento.

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Teresa Moreno

Teresa trabaja en el departamento de recursos humanos que proporciona los recursos humanos de apoyo a los empleados por horas y salarios de ASC. Ella también está muy involucrado en la contratación del personal de producción.

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Mauro Esparza

Responsable de la compra de bienes de inventario, suministros, y de capital. Mauro tiene más de 10 años de experiencia en la compra de un entorno de fabricación con experiencia en técnicas de negociación, auditorías de proveedores, y la planificación de la capacidad.

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Louis Rojas

Louis gestiona el departamento mecánica de ASC, que incluye la fabricación de autoclave, fabricación de hornos, y construcción de recipientes a presión. Â Louis tiene más de 10 años en la gerencia de la producción y las instalaciones.

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Gumaro Rodriguez

Gumaro es responsable del programa de formación de ASC. Él trae una gran cantidad de práctica y experiencia de formación en el aula que viene de más de ocho años de trabajar como entrenador para algunas de las compañías manufactureras más grandes del mundo. Gumaro es un técnico electrónico certificado y ha sido certificado como Instructor IPC por la Asociación Conexión Electronics Industries.

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Ty Vorwaller

Ty es el gerente general de la División de Utah de ASC. En este cargo, es responsable de todas las operaciones dentro de Utah, incluyendo soporte, ventas, servicio, y el campo de construcción de grandes autoclaves aeroespaciales para empresas como Boeing, ATK, e ITT-Excelis. Antes de unirse a ASC, Ty pasó más de 10 años trabajando para ATK como un ingeniero de equipo e instalaciones. Ty recibió su BSME en la Universidad de Utah.

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Elise Riner

Responsable del diseño y gestión de proyectos de nuevos Econoclaves. Elise recibió su licenciatura en Ingeniería Mecánica de la Universidad de California, Los Angeles

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Rene Farfan

Responsable del diseño y gestión de proyectos de nuevos Econoclaves. René recibió su Licenciatura en Ingeniería Aeroespacial de Cal Poly San Luis Obispo.

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Alex Tran

Alex actúa como interfaz central entre ASC y nuestros clientes con respecto a las preguntas y solicitudes de servicio y apoyo, y tiene más de 10 años de amplia experiencia de Atención al Cliente.

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Sam Spence

Como gerente de marketing de ASC, Sam es el responsable de la imagen corporativa, diseño de página web, SEO, fotografía y producción de video, literatura del producto, y ferias comerciales. Antes de comenzar a ASC, Sam trabajó durante 13 años para Taricco Corp., donde fue gerente de ventas y proyectos sobre proyectos del autoclave y equipo. Un fotógrafo y creador multimedia ávido, Sam es experto en Photoshop, Final Cut Pro, y un número de otros paquetes de edición.

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Cory Demaio

Cory ha trabajado para ASC durante más de 5 años como un mecánico, líder de mecánica y Supervisor de Producción. Él es un experto en la fabricación y es responsable de la supervisión de Fabricantes Mecánicos en la construcción de autoclaves y hornos en nuestra tienda.

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Albert Pan

Albert is responsible for the design and project management of non-standard equipment designs for Econoclaves, ovens, and custom equipment. He received his Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Mechanical Engineering from UCLA.

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Pavla Slavicek

Pavla is responsible for various Accounting processes including International Accounts Payable and inter-company transactions. Pavla earned her Bachelors of Science in Accountancy from Cal State Northridge.

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Nico Martinez

Nicolas "Nico" is an experienced and results-driven professional serving as the Controls Manager at ASC Process Systems. In this role, he oversees and manages the controls engineering teams, ensuring the successful design, implementation, and optimization of control systems for ASC's systems and processes.

With a strong foundation in mechanical engineering, Nico holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Minnesota. His technical expertise and leadership have been instrumental in streamlining operations and ensuring the efficiency and reliability of ASC’s control systems.

Nico is passionate about fostering a collaborative and innovative environment within his team, empowering engineers to develop and execute cutting-edge control solutions for complex industrial systems. His ability to balance technical acumen with effective team management has made him a key asset in advancing ASC’s reputation as a leader in process control solutions.

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Nick Mason

Nick has been with ASC since 2018 as our Production Planner and is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing our production schedules to meet customer delivery requirements and company standards. Now in his new position as Business Automation Manager, Nick is responsible for the implementation of the new Appward app program at ASC. 

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Lukas Kripal, PhD

As Managing Director of our UK division, Lukas leads our team with a strong vision and enthusiasm for our industry. He is responsible for setting and achieving strategic goals and ensures that the division builds and maintains strong relationships with both customers as well as suppliers to achieve long-term partnerships and success.

Lukas earned his PhD in 2007 from Brno University of Technology, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Czech Republic, and worked in the Aerospace industry in a variety of management and engineering roles prior to joining the ASC team in 2012.

In addition to his expertise in ASC Products and his long-time experience managing large-scale projects, Lukas is also skilled in setting up complex composites manufacturing facilities, making him a valuable resource and partner to ASC’s customers.

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Alex Woodbury

Alex is responsible for managing upgrades, equipment modernization, and installation of new and existing equipment. Alex supports the management of the department and creates and improves department processes and training. He received his bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from the University of California – Berkeley.

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Bob Cherry

As President of ASC Process Systems, Bob brings a wealth of leadership experience and a deep understanding of the aerospace and manufacturing industries. With over 15 years in executive roles including Director of Engineering positions at both Dukes Aerospace and Donaldson, Bob has developed a comprehensive view of business operations across engineering, sales, quality, and production.

Bob's broad expertise and customer-focused approach make him a key leader in guiding ASC’s strategic direction and ensuring the company continues to meet the evolving needs of its global client base.

His professional foundation is matched by a diverse and accomplished educational background. Bob served six years as a U.S. Navy Nuclear Operator on Submarines, where he developed a strong technical and leadership skill set. He holds a bachelor’s degree, a master’s degree, and an MBA from the University of Minnesota. His credentials underscore his commitment to continuous learning and excellence in leadership.

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Victor Mitchell

Victor manages ASC's safety department. In this role, he develops, implements, and maintains EHS plans, safe work practices, and safe procedures for ASC's shop, office, and field activities. Victor comes to ASC with over 15 years of safety management experience. Prior to joining ASC, Victor developed and managed safety, health, and workers compensation programs at several large staffing and manufacturing companies.

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Ben Preston

Ben is responsible for the design and project management of new Econoclaves and received his Bachelor and Master degrees in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Southern California.

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Bradley Price

Bradley is responsible for leading process optimization initiatives and management of the mechanical engineering team. Bradley possesses over 5 years of experience in the design and project management of new Econoclaves and industrial ovens. He earned his Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Gonzaga University, where he graduated with honors.

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Luke Fordham

Luke, UK division, is responsible for software configuration, PLC programming, startup, and commissioning of Econoclaves, ovens, and control system retrofits. Luke received his BTEC and NVQ Electrical/ Electronic Engineering Apprenticeship at Bournemouth College.

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Anthony Parra

Anthony brings to ASC his experience in retail safety management to his role here at ASC. He is responsible for conducting safety training, safety inspection, and ensures employees comply with our safety policies.

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Vanroy Zetz

Vanroy is responsible for the design and project management of Econoclaves and ovens. He received his Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from UC Irvine.

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Lorraine Cerquella

Lorraine has over 20-years of experience in finance and office management. Lorraine manages the office at our facility in Poole, UK. She attended Thurrock Technical College and is responsible for accounts payable and receivable, project oversight, and compliance requirements.

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Nick Schiavoni

Nick Schiavoni leads our Service and Support Sales with over 15 years of specialized experience in the hydraulic and pneumatic industries. His extensive knowledge and practical insight make him a key resource for customers seeking efficient, reliable solutions tailored to their specific needs.

Nick holds an Associate of Applied Science degree in Fluid Power from Spokane Community College, giving him a strong technical foundation that complements his sales expertise. His deep understanding of fluid power systems enables him to provide strategic guidance and responsive support to clients across a variety of industries.

Known for his customer-first approach and commitment to excellence, Nick is dedicated to building long-term partnerships and ensuring each client receives the highest level of service and value.

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Preston Dial

Preston is responsible for the design and project management of Econoclaves and ovens. He received his Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology.

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Emir Argueta

Emir is responsible for purchasing inventory, supplies, and capital goods.

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Enrique Savillo

Enrique is responsible for software configuration, PLC programming, startup, and commissioning of Econoclaves, ovens, and control system retrofits. Enrique earned his bachelor's degree in Computer Science from St. Mary's College of California. Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and Master's degree in Engineering Management from Washington University in St. Louis.

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Cindy Alberto

Cindy is responsible for the design and project management of Econoclaves and ovens. She received her Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from UC San Diego.

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Chris Wells

Chris is responsible for the design of electrical systems for Econoclaves and Ovens. Chris received his Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from CSUN.

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Julian Rodriguez

Julian is responsible for software configuration, PLC programming, startup, and commissioning of Econoclaves, ovens, and control system retrofits. Julian received his bachelor’s degree and master’s degree in mechanical engineering from California State University, Northridge.

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Kelvyn Amechi

Kelvyn is a dedicated Sales Representative in our Spare Parts Department, bringing a strong business and customer service background to every client interaction. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from the University of Phoenix and combines his academic knowledge with real-world experience to deliver exceptional service and support.

With an in-depth understanding of our products and a commitment to helping customers find the right solutions, Kelvyn plays a vital role in ensuring our clients receive timely and accurate parts to keep their operations running smoothly. His attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and approachable demeanor make him a trusted point of contact for both new and long-standing customers.

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Armando Estrada

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Jeremy Lum

Jeremy has over 16 years of experience in autoclave installation, electrical and mechanical troubleshooting, and system maintenance. In his role as a controls Engineer, Jeremy is responsible for software configuration, PLC programming, startup, and commissioning of Econoclaves, ovens, and control systems retrofits.

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Chad Turner

Chad joined ASC Process Systems in 2022 as part of the oven sales team, bringing with him over eight years of experience in manufacturing equipment sales. In his role, Chad is responsible for the preliminary design and quoting of ASC’s advanced oven product lines, working closely with customers to identify tailored solutions that meet their technical and production requirements.

With a strong background in industrial sales and a deep understanding of manufacturing processes, Chad plays a key role in ensuring a smooth and responsive sales experience. His attention to detail, customer-first mindset, and product knowledge help position ASC’s oven systems as a trusted solution across a wide range of industries.

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Sam Muehsam

Sam is responsible for managing upgrades, and installation of new and existing equipment. He received his bachelor's degree in supply chain management from Temple University. Go owls!

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Horacio Albarran

Horacio brings a unique blend of hands-on engineering experience and technical sales expertise to his Control Systems Sales Representative role. A former ASC Controls Engineer, Horacio was responsible for software configuration, PLC programming, startup, and commissioning of Econoclaves, ovens, and control system retrofits. This in-depth, field-based experience gives him a deep understanding of the systems he now represents.

In his current role, Horacio leverages his strong foundation in automation and CPC composite process control technologies to help clients achieve efficient, high-performance operation of Econoclaves and composite curing oven systems. His ability to bridge the gap between engineering and customer needs allows him to deliver tailored, effective solutions for a wide range of technical challenges.

Horacio holds a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and Mechatronics from California Polytechnic State University. With his engineering background, customer-focused mindset, and passion for innovation, Horacio is a trusted partner for clients looking to optimize their composite processing systems.

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Henry Galeano

Henry joined ASC in 2007 and has been a senior electrical lead and supervisor on many of our largest projects prior to his promotion to electrical production manager. As production manager, Henry is responsible for all aspects of electrical production and leads a large group of ASC electricians who admire and respect Henry for his vast job knowledge as well as his caring personality.

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Cassie Dudea

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Jesus Cruz

Jesus is responsible for managing upgrades, equipment modernization, and installation of new and existing equipment. He received his bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from Cal State Northridge.

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Diego Corona

Diego is responsible for managing upgrades, equipment modernization, and installation of new and existing equipment. He received his bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from Boston University.

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Mario Alas

Mario is responsible for managing upgrades, equipment modernization, and installation of new and existing equipment. He received his bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from Cal Poly Pomona.

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Ashlyn Canel

Ashlyn is responsible for the design and project management of Econoclaves and ovens. She received her Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from CSU Northridge.

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Ashkan Azghadi

Ashkan is responsible for the design and project management of Econoclaves and ovens. He received his Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from CSU Northridge.

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Daniel Aguirre

Daniel is responsible for the design and project management of Econoclaves and ovens. He received his Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from CSU Northridge.

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Mack Gyger

Mack is responsible for the design and project management of Econoclaves and ovens. He received his Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Pennsylvania State University.

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Manny Diaz

Manny is responsible for the design and project management of Econoclaves and ovens. He received his Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from CSU Northridge.

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Sam Bautista

Sam is responsible for the design and project management of Econoclaves and ovens. He received his Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from UC San Diego.

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Mina Khalil

Mina is responsible for software configuration, PLC programming, startup, and commissioning of Econoclaves, ovens, and control system retrofits. Mina received his bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering from UC Irvine.

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Cole Shirakata

Cole is responsible for software configuration, PLC programming, startup, and commissioning of Econoclaves, ovens, and control system retrofits. Cole received his bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from UC Riverside.

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Franco Curcio

Franco is responsible for software configuration, PLC programming, startup, and commissioning of Econoclaves, ovens, and control system retrofits. Franco received his bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Florida.

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Khoi Tran

Khoi is responsible for software configuration, PLC programming, startup, and commissioning of Econoclaves, ovens, and control system retrofits. Khoi received his bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from UC San Diego.

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Christina Barajas

Christina is responsible for purchasing inventory, supplies, and capital goods.

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Eden Lewis

Eden is responsible for labor tracking, timesheet review, and payroll processing.

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Sally Vasquez

Sally is responsible for ASC's recruiting efforts to fill open positions.

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Karina Pech

Karina is the voice and face of ASC. Her receptionist duties include greeting visitors and directing calls to the appropriate parties at ASC.

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Daniel Gamboa

Daniel is responsible for software configuration, PLC programming, startup, and commissioning of Econoclaves, ovens, and control system retrofits.