FPE Automation
Colton Rentsch is an experienced professional in the automation and engineering sectors, currently serving as Automation Controls Team Lead and Application Engineer at FPE Automation since August 2022. Previously, Colton held the position of Business Development Manager at Panasonic Industrial Devices Sales Company of America from July 2021 to August 2022 and was an Account Manager at Pepperl+Fuchs Group from August 2018 to July 2021, focusing on new customer development in Illinois. A foundation in technical sales was established at Pepperl+Fuchs GmbH as a Sales Engineering Co-Op from January 2016 to May 2018. Early career roles include internships in engineering at GE and restaurant management at McDonald's, complemented by experience as a Curbside Server at Swensons Drive-In Restaurants. Colton earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from The University of Akron in 2018.
FPE Automation
The premier supplier of components for automation and industry, serving Illinois, the quad cities Iowa area and greater St. Louis. FPE - established in 1963. Our Mission Our mission is to provide cost effective industrial automation solutions, high quality products and uncompromised service to enable our customers to be more competitive in their respective markets. Our Vision To be the first choice for pneumatic and electric components in Illinois, Eastern Iowa, and the Greater St. Louis/Eastern Missouri area. Our Plan Continued growth through added market share and completely satisfied customers. Providing cost-effective solutions to enhance equipment performance since 1963.