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Innovation – People

At Harper, our core strength is the combined knowledge and effort of our unique and multi-talented employees, creating an authentic environment of innovation and collaboration. From engineering to accounting, marketing to manufacturing, Harper’s employees are challenged to think differently every day.

Below are some of Harper’s own who are living our brand – passionate about the customer and pioneering new thermal technology solutions every day.

Harper International Director of Project Management“We’re exceptionally responsive to customers’ needs. On a moment’s notice, we have people going out to all parts of the world, solving problems and addressing concerns.”

Ronald Vacek
Director of Project Management

Learn more about Ron’s passion – Customer Support



Harper International Chief Engineer“We’re in markets for new materials, and you cannot assume that you can process them with the standard methods – you have to look for new ways to do it; you have to look for the next innovation.”

Dr. Peter Witting
Chief Engineer

Read about how Peter’s idea turn into real Patents



Harper International Process and Technology Engineer“You can know that  something works. But to understand how it works is completely different. Not a lot of companies give you the opportunity to do that, and Harper is one of them.”

Dr. Renee Bagwell
Process and Technology Engineer

Learn about what Renee’s working on – Complete Carbon Fiber Process Lines



Harper International Director of R&D“Harper takes on a lot of projects that many of our competitors pass on. There’s nothing standard here; almost everything is one-of-a-kind. It’s not a place where people get bored.”

Dr. William Stry
Director of R&D

Read more about Bill’s expertise – Oxidation Technology