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New CEO to build on Milton’s American innovation and manufacturing heritage

New CEO to build on Milton’s American innovation and manufacturing heritage

New CEO to build on Milton’s American innovation and manufacturing heritage

Odd Joergenrud, President and Chief Executive Officer of Milton Industries
Odd Joergenrud
President and Chief Executive Officer, Milton Industries

CHICAGO, October 22, 2026 – Milton Industries, a provider of air and fluid flow solutions, tools and accessories for the automotive and industrial markets, today announced that Odd Joergenrud has been named President and Chief Executive Officer. He succeeds Greg Carlson, who will remain with the company as Executive Chairman of the Board, focusing on strategic growth and acquisitions.

Joergenrud brings more than 30 years of global leadership experience in the automotive aftermarket and industrial sectors across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, including roles at Bosch, Terrepower (formerly BBB Industries), and Maxcess International. He has a track record of growth through innovation, operational excellence, and acquisitions.

“Milton’s strength is rooted in its American heritage, the quality of its products, and the trust it has earned from generations of customers,” said Joergenrud. “That is the foundation of our future. My responsibility is to protect and strengthen those values while investing in the people, products, and capabilities that will define our next chapter.”

“Our customers depend on products that perform and brands they can trust,” Joergenrud added. “Our focus is simple: strengthen our American industrial foundation, support our employees and customers, and build products that stand the test of time.”

Joergenrud said his priority will be listening to Milton’s employees, customers, distributors, and partners.

Born and raised in Norway, Joergenrud has lived and worked in several countries. He has called the United States home since 2009.

About Milton Industries

Milton Industries is a Chicago-based maker of pneumatic and hydraulic products that control and deliver the flow of air and fluids, from couplers and air preparation to filters, pumps and hoses, for the automotive and industrial markets. Milton also makes tools and accessories that help technicians work more efficiently. Its brands include Milton, Arrow Pneumatics, ProMAXX Tool, Steck, LTI Tools, Zeeline, GoatPump, Action Pump, Thunder Technologies, Global-Flex and Trinity Hose, Rubber and Machine. Most of its products are designed, produced or assembled in North America. Learn more at miltonindustries.com.

Media Contact

Phil Parduhn
VP of Product Management, Milton Industries
Email: PParduhn@miltonindustries.com
Phone: 855-464-6458

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