PURIS
Rich Knapp has held various leadership roles in quality management and process improvement across multiple industries, including manufacturing, oil and gas, and automotive. With a strong background in operations and project management, Rich has consistently demonstrated a commitment to expanding operations and increasing profitability. Rich holds a Master's Degree in Purchasing, Procurement/Acquisitions, and Contracts Management from Arizona State University.
PURIS
PURIS provides end-to-end water infrastructure renewal solutions, specializing in environmentally sustainable trenchless pipeline rehabilitation. It is home to an industry-leading family of brands with over 150 combined years in business. PURIS is U.S.-based and vertically integrated. We perform turn-key installation services providing owners with a single source solution for all of their water infrastructure renewal needs. Our technologies operate within the existing infrastructure to minimize environmental impact and reduce community disruption. We are committed to investing in new product development and partnering with leading-edge technology companies to offer our customers the best solutions for their projects, budgets, and environmental conditions. PURIS continues to fuel the industry’s innovation engine. Our solutions, proven service model, and 1,000-member strong workforce are focused on solving our communities water infrastructure challenges with minimal environmental impact. Our goal is to have as positive of an impact above ground as we do below it.