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Closer Look at Locker Assembly and Installation

Barberton Lockers Last week our sales administration team had the opportunity to see our lockers be installed at Barberton High School only 20 miles from the factory. They met with longtime installer Tom Nasci to watch his company Liberty Erection Service assemble and install the lockers. They made it look so easy.

Good preparation and planning are key to a successful install and Liberty really knows their business. By staging materials according to the corridor layout, everything flowed through the assembly area and directly into the hallway. Aesthetics is important as well, and they took special care in planning for gaps, fillers and row ends. This resulted in a polished, balanced look regardless of how you look at the bank of lockers.

At the end of the day there were still quite a few more lockers to install but we walked away with a real appreciation for the value an installer brings to the jobsite. Thanks for making us look so good!

Republic Visits The Brown's Stadium

In 1999, as Cleveland looked forward to the return of Browns to the National Football League, Republic Storage Systems was selected to furnish the visting player locker rooms, coaches, officials and employee lockers through out Brown's Stadium.

Recently, a group of Republic employees returned at the invitation of Steve Eyerman, Manager of Stadium Operations, to see how the lockers have performed over the past twelve seasons. We gathered the people directly responsible for selling, manufacturing and installing the entire Stadium, each still an important part of the Republic family.

We’re happy to report that although the Brown’s have certainly taken their knocks in the past decade, the lockers look great. Mechanically they work like the day they were installed, and the finish is showing no signs of wear despite the harsh conditions. So as the Browns begin yet another rebuilding season, their lockers are still playing like Hall of Famers.

Republic Influences State Representative to "Buy American!"

Dear Mr. Dyer:

Per the request of Representative Slesnick, please see the attached amendment he had drafted for the Capital Improvement Bill, HB 482. Inspired by your business practices, the goal of the amendment is to require that any products purchased for projects funded by Capital dollars be made in the United States.

We have submitted the language to Caucus Staff, who will negotiate with Majority Leadership as to what will be included in the final version. A potential vote is scheduled during House Finance Committee tomorrow, which is likely to be delayed until Wednesday and up for a vote on the House floor on Thursday.

I will keep you informed as to whether it is accepted. Please do not hesitate to contact the office should you have any questions or feedback in the meantime.

Holly Nagle
Legislative Aide
Rep. Stephen Slesnick | 52nd Ohio House District
614.466.8030

» View the Ammendment [PDF]

Republic's Hometown Buys Into "Buy American!"

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Organizational Changes

After thirty-nine years of service to Republic Storage, our Claims Administrator, Randy Grisak, has elected to retire effective March 23, 2012. Over the years, Randy held several positions in our factory including Department Supervisor and Shipping Superintendent. He graciously came out of retirement in January 2009 to fill the role of Claims Administrator for Republic. Many of you have had the opportunity to meet or speak with Randy and appreciate the excellent service that he provided. We recognize Randy's significant contributions and the role that he has played in reducing turnaround time on claims and improving the quality of service we provide to our customers. The Republic family will miss Randy but wishes him well as he begins the next chapter in his life.

At this same time, we are pleased to introduce our new Claims Administrator, Jeff Fleck. Jeff is also a longtime Republic employee with 32 years of service encompassing a variety of positions. He is transitioning from Plant Expeditor, a role that has given him a vast knowledge of plant operations and product information. He has been working alongside Randy to expedite claims for some time, and we look forward to a smooth transition.

Michael Dyer
President
Republic Storage Systems LLC

New Powder Coating Facility Dedicated on Behalf of Rita Marchand

After sixty-years of exemplary service to Republic, Ms. Rita Marchand has retired, effective February 10, 2012. In recognition of her service, Republic Storage Systems has named our powder coating facility in her honor:

A plaque has been mounted outside the entrance to the area as a reminder of her lasting impact on our business and the role we all play in the future of Republic Storage Systems. Click here to read the press bulletin in it's entirety.

Republic Storage Systems Powder Coating Introduction

We are extremely pleased to announce that RSS has purchased and installed a state-of-the-art powder coat line in our Canton, Ohio facility. Orders can be placed beginning with deliveries in March 2012. Republic will offer powder coat finish in two grades: Alpha Powder Coat and Omega Powder Coat.

Download the Press Release [PDF] for more information.