9/2/2014 1:10:00 AM
NEWS BRIEFS
Robinson Retires From HRS Logistics
Ray Robinson (right) with his son Brian
Ray Robinson retired after 50 years in the fastener industry, including 42 years with HRS Logistics. He started with HRS in 1972 in Arlington, TX, delivering fasteners to local companies. HRS moved to Tyler, TX in 1981.
Robinson was one of the founders of the Southwestern Fastener Association in 1974 and was president in 1979. SFA presented Robinson with the Mickey McClure Award in 2004.
HRS Logistics merged with Illinois-based Field Fastener earlier this year. HRS had grown 155% in the past four years.
Brian Robinson, his son, succeeds Ray Robinson heading the Tyler operation.
Founded in 1972 as a local fastener distributor delivering to local companies. HRS grew to a global distributor and importer of fasteners and specialty items, with VMI programs in the southern U.S. and Mexico.
HRS’ address is P.O. Box 8749, Tyler, TX 75711. Tel: 903 581-5767 Fax 903 581-8119 Email: info@hrslogistics.com Web hrslogisticsinc.com
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