Novatec
Conrad Bessemer is a seasoned executive with extensive experience in the plastics industry. As CEO and Co-Founder of Opteev since May 2021, Conrad has focused on innovative solutions for plastic processing. In addition, Conrad has served as President of Novatec, Inc. since May 2006, managing a company that specializes in drying equipment for the plastics sector, particularly PET. Previously, Conrad held the position of President-North America at Conair Group from August 1986 to January 2006. Conrad Bessemer earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Pre-Law from Penn State University between 1969 and 1974.
Novatec
NOVATEC...Drying, Conveying and Blending Systems and Equipment NOVATEC is the largest U.S based manufacturer of resin dryers for the plastics industry and our association with MAGUIRE PRODUCTS makes our business group the largest resin handling manufacturing group in North America. We recognize that reducing energy costs is at the root of making our customers more profitable and NOVATEC is the only company offering all types of resin dryers that are in practical use by plastics processors. These include: Intelli PET™ Drying Systems for PET NovaWheel™ Desiccant Wheel Dryers Central Drying Systems NovaDrier™ Membrane Dryers NovaVac ll™ Vacuum Dryers Infrared Rotary Drum Crystallizer/Dryers for PET Dual Bed Dryers Hot Air Dryers NOVATEC is the sole US integrator of MoistureMaster(TM), an in-line, real-time moisture analysis tool for plastics processors producing parts that must meet stringent physical property or appearance requirements. MoistureMaster can be supplied with any NovaWheel Dryer or retro-fitted to any drying hopper, regardless of brand. We have also built a state-of-the-art Drying Technology Center where we can test the performance of any dryer type against any other dryer type. To compliment our energy-efficient dryers, we have introduced newly developed pneumatic conveying accessories and a family of conveying system controls that meet your needs, whether large or small.