FRD-USA, a manufacturer of rock drills, hydraulic breakers and other attachments, appointed Max Masuda as president.
Masuda is now responsible for all management and strategic oversight of U.S. operations.
“Max’s vast industry knowledge will be a tremendous asset to our U.S. market,” says Masaki Yamaguchi, president of Furukawa Rock Drill Co. “His varied international experience and strong relationship with our Japanese management team will help us work more closely and strategically with our business partners, assuring that our customers get the equipment, service and support they need to be successful.”
According to FRD-USA, Masuda has more than 34 years of industry experience. Masuda joined FRD-USA’s parent company, Furukawa Co., in 1990. He has served in various roles over the years – including in sales and management positions.
Masuda established Furukawa Rock Drill Korea and served as vice president of FRD-Shanghai. Most recently, he served as general manager of overseas sales, leading the company through several reorganization and consolidation efforts at FRD-Shanghai and FRD-Latin America.
Masuda will be based at the FRD-USA headquarters in Kent, Ohio.
