In Remembrance: Clark G. Boyce, Jr.
A message from President, Sally Boyce Rinehart
Dear Friends and Family of Louisiana Machinery, It is with a heavy heart and great sadness that I share the passing of my beloved father and our dedicated leader, Clark George Boyce, Junior. He passed away peacefully at home yesterday morning, February 26 surrounded by loving friends and family. While he had been silently leading behind the scenes for some time please know the company’s success and the wellbeing of each of you were always in his thoughts.
During his 48 years with Louisiana Machinery, he was well known and highly respected across Louisiana as a successful business leader who contributed significantly to the prosperity of the construction and energy industries as well as the communities throughout the State. He was a giant of a man whose gregarious personality filled all of his six foot eight frame. We take comfort in the incredible life he lived, his accomplishments and know that he will always be remembered for his kind spirit and tenacity.
Our family appreciates your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
MARINE CAPABILITY HUB ACHIEVEMENTS
Congratulations to Eric Patureau, Marine Sales Manager and Thomas Broussard, Marine Project Manager on reaching more than 2,500 points in 2020 on the Cat® Marine Capability Hub! The Cat Marine Capability Hub is an innovative digital platform that helps equip dealer and Caterpillar sales teams with everything they need to successfully sell Cat Marine packages. With customer-centric information on Cat's entire range of products, covering all regions and all market segments.
CAT BRAND TRIAL 10
Cat® Trial 10: TECH TEST
Cat® Trial 10: TECH TEST
Cat® Trial 10: TECH TEST
With the incredible popularity of Cat® Trial 9: PAC-MAN™, Cat wanted to keep the ball rolling. This time, they're celebrating some of the unsung heroes of our industry: the service technician. Technicians are vital to ensuring our customers’ machines and engines fulfill the promise that Cat dealers make every single day. Inspired by some of your favorite sport/reality TV shows, Cat Trial 10: TECH TEST is a fun and exciting way for technicians to demonstrate their knowledge and skill.
Featuring: Ryan Boyce
Cat® Trial 10: TECH TEST
Cat® Trial 10: TECH TEST
Ryan Boyce, Technician in Prairieville, was among 1 of 18 technicians across the country selected to be featured in Trial 10. The trial video was filmed at the end of January at Edwards Demonstration and Learning Center in Peoria, IL! Thanks to Ryan for representing Louisiana Cat!
MACHINE BRANCH EXCELLENCE- February RESULTS
The Machine Branch Excellence program has been revamped for 2021! It's purpose is to drive friendly competition amongst our Product Support teams, allowing quick gains and continuous improvements by and for all teams and which ultimately reward our team members and customers. The excellence rankings are based on 8 key areas: Safety Quiz Completion, Rolling 6-month NLS, Jobs Closed vs Weekly Targets, Accounts Receivables over 90 days, PIP Completion, SIMS Accuracy per total segments, Parts Returns and Warranty Debits. Congratulations to Bossier on placing first in February!
FLETCHER COLLEGe: RIBBON CUTTING
On March 12, Fletcher Community College in Lockport, celebrated the Grand Opening of their Career Magnet Center and Marine Diesel Engine Technician Program. Louisiana Cat is proud to partner with Fletcher on this initiative.
We have donated 6 marine engines to the program, models include: C2.2,
C3.8, C7, C9.3, C13, 3024. Eric Dupuis, Training Instructor, and Edwin Nielsen, Technical Communicator, both in Morgan City, participate in Fletcher's
"Marine Diesel Advisory Committee," to help implement new ideas and advancements to their program.
📸: Eric Dupuis
WEBSITE IMPROVEMENTS
In order to support our 2X26 initiative we have added the positions of Parts Product Growth Specialist in Hydraulics and Undercarriage. To support this growth, Marketing has added two new sections of the website to showcase our capabilities and offerings.
2020 SAFETY PROGRAM WINNERS
Bossier City- Machine
New Iberia - Packaging
New Iberia - Packaging
New Iberia - Packaging
New Iberia - Packaging
New Iberia - Packaging
SLCC FIELD TRIP TO NEW IBERIA
Students from South Louisiana Community College- Opelousas campus visited the Lafayette and
New Iberia facilities in early March. The group toured each facility and learned about the different career choices available to them, post graduation. Thank you to both branches for contributing to a great visit.
Pictured with the group is Philip Naquin, Service Manager and
Mike Truxillo, Technical Services Manager, both in New Iberia.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY FROM LOUISIANA CAT
HAPPY RETIREMENT
Darrell Samuels
Congratulations to Darrell on his retirement, February 1, 2021. Darrell has been a part of the Louisiana Machinery family since 1991. Prior to his retirement, Darrell served as the Director of Business Development in Reserve, supporting all departments and divisions. He is looking forward to spending more time with family and friends, and continuing to cheer on his alma mater, Purdue! Thank you for your service, Darrell!