A compressed air company in Bolton has welcomed a new manager to its branch.

Compressed air and fluid power specialist Thorite has welcomed James Douse as new business development manager at its branch, based at Raikes Lane Industrial Estate.

Over the past nine years, James has worked for global compressor systems manufacturer Bauer Kompressoren in Haydock and most recently as international sales distribution coordinator for industrial product distributor Bonfiglioli UK, based in Warrington.

He is one of four key new appointments made by Bradford-based Thorite to strengthen its sales team across the North.

Two other business development managers have joined the team in Bolton.

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Carl Richmond will be based at Thorite’s Doncaster branch and Kirsty Robinson has joined the Blackburn sales region team.

Andy Richardson also joins Thorite as a field-based Capital Sales Equipment specialist.

Mark Yates, sales director of Thorite, said: “I’m delighted to welcome four extremely experienced and knowledgeable members to the Thorite sales team.

“Excellent customer service is the bedrock of our business and these roles will greatly enhance the support we offer customers who are seeking solutions to help them improve productivity and reduce energy use.”

Compressed air is used to power machinery and operate equipment.