Belt Technologies Welcomes Ryan Elliott as Vice President of Operations

AGAWAM — Belt Technologies, a manufacturer of PureSteel custom metal belt conveyor solutions, announced that Ryan Elliott has joined the company as vice president of Operations. Based in Agawam, Elliott will oversee operations at both Belt Technologies and its Canadian sister company, Wire Mesh Belt.

With more than 20 years of experience in the metals and manufacturing industries, Elliott brings a strong background in both engineering and executive leadership. He previously served as president of aerospace components manufacturer HarcoSemco and president of Deringer-Ney, a producer of precious metals and components. Earlier in his career, he held roles across commercial, engineering, and senior leadership positions.

At Belt Technologies, Elliott is responsible for overseeing the operational activities of both plants, directing the companies to achieve their production and financial targets. He works closely with manufacturing, purchasing, and quality teams to maximize resources and ensure customer expectations are met or exceeded. Key areas of focus include integrating Wire Mesh Belt into Belt Technologies’ systems and culture, driving improvements on the factory floors and fostering open communication across the workforce.

“Ryan’s leadership will have a direct impact on both Belt Technologies and Wire Mesh Belt as we continue to deliver high-quality solutions for industries worldwide,” said Denis Gagnon Jr., CEO of Belt Technologies. “His experience and vision will strengthen our operations and support our customers in meeting the most demanding production challenges.”

Elliott earned dual degrees in materials science and physics from Alfred University and holds multiple patents related to advanced materials applications.