After 27 years as President of GMTA (German Machine Tools of America), formerly American Wera, Walter Friedrich appoints Scott Knoy as his successor to the presidency of GMTA.
Friedrich was one of the first three employees when GMTA (American Wera at the time) started in January of 1991. Previously, he worked as a project manager for Liebherr Machine Tool for 4 years and completed vocational training in toolmaking and NC programming while working for 12 years at PITTLER (now DVS Group) in Germany with whom he moved to the USA in 1983. On January 30 of this year, he spoke with the company’s board of directors and decided to step down. The change was effective on February 8, 2019.
Since joining GMTA on July 1st, 2005 Scott Knoy has contributed greatly to the growth of the organization. GMTA is a leading supplier of machine tools, laser welding systems and parts washers to the automotive power transmission, gear and other markets in North America. Friedrich is confident that Knoy is fully prepared to handle all his new responsibilities. “From day one, Scott has proven his commitment, determination, and knowledge of the automotive and gear industries. I’m sure he will continue the company’s expansion.”
Scott Knoy is grateful for this opportunity saying, “I am honored and excited to begin this new chapter as GMTA’s president. My objective is to make sure that GMTA continues to serve our customers’ needs, while looking for new opportunities.” Knoy is a graduate of the University of Michigan and has a master’s degree from Lawrence Technological University.
Walter Friedrich will maintain an active role in the company as Senior Advisor and board member.
For more information, visit www.gmtamerica.com.
German Machine Tools of America (GMTA)
4630 Freedom Drive
Ann Arbor, MI 48108
P: (248) 921-0122
Scott Knoy | President
