Our drive is linear - towards the future
Movement is essential for progress. RACO's electric actuators®, screw drives, and control systems keep many areas of industry and infrastructure in motion. We are continuously developing our products and adapting them to changing customer needs and market requirements. We emphasize high precision, long service life, and reliable functionality - but also on effective and sustainable strategies throughout our company.
We have been helping to set the world in motion since 1953.
Since its founding in 1953, RACO-ELEKTRO-MASCHINEN GmbH has developed into a leading company in the field of electromechanics. Today, we can proudly look back on more than 70 successful years and remain a guarantor for electric actuators at the highest level.
RACO USA
Founded in 1962, RACO International, L.P. is the American subsidiary of RACO Schwelm GmbH and serves customers in the USA, Canada, Mexico and South America with its head office in Pittsburgh (Bethel Park), Pennsylvania.
RACO is an international leading manufacturer of linear and rotating electromechanical systems. We are dedicated to satisfying our customers most demanding requirements.
Martin Schilling, CEO
With over 20 years of experience in international sales of CAPEX machinery, Martin’s primary focus is our customers. He is enthusiastic about exploring the diverse applications of our products across multiple industries. “Let’s get the best technical solution with a premium product for our customers.”, Martin has been appointed CEO, effective August 20th, 2025, after demonstrating strong leadership during his year as our General Manager.
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Jason Croft, Controller
With over 15 years of accounting experience, Jason combines expert financial management with a friendly, team-focused approach. His dedication and integrity help keep our company on track. He plays a pivotal role in steering the company towards sustained growth and stability.
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Paul Kuczma, Regional Sales Engineer
Paul excels in delivering tailored solutions that meet the unique needs of our clients. His leadership and technical expertise for the past 21 years have made him an invaluable asset to our team, consistently achieving and exceeding sales targets while mentoring junior engineers.
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Matt Russell, Sales Engineer Apprentice
Matt supports the team by shadowing senior engineers, learning technical solutions, and assisting with lead collection. His role helps streamline the early stages of the sales process while building a foundation in both product knowledge and client engagement. His curiosity and attention to detail make him a valuable asset as he grows into his role.
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Ryan Low, Regional Sales Engineer
Ryan is the newest member of our team. His engineering background and willingness to help provides our customers with strong technical support throughout the sales process. His long history in motion control and automation proves to be a valuable resource for our partners and companies alike. He maintains a friendly demeanor and is always growing his knowledge base and striving for success.
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Christopher Scheirer, Production Manager
With over 15 years of experience as a shop manager, Chris supervises production and is highly regarded for his extensive technical expertise by both our customers and the company. As the primary contact for technical support and service, Chris excels in delivering the necessary assistance to ensure our products remain operational. He ensures our shop operates smoothly, safely, and efficiently.
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Erin Murray, Materials Manager
Erin has been part of RACO for nearly five years. She began her career as a shipping coordinator and advanced to the role of Materials Manager, thanks to her proactive mindset. She has played a key role in enhancing our inventory processes and building robust supplier partnerships. Additionally, she leads our freight and repair operations.
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Jessica Heath, Sales & Marketing Assistant
With 18 years of customer service and a creative eye, Jessica supports our team by coordinating marketing campaigns, managing client communications, and analyzing market trends. She is extremely detailed and helps enhance our brand presence on social media and other industry platforms.
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Kellen Nerem, Inventory Manager
Kellen is responsible for ensuring our inventory processes run smoothly and efficiently. For the past two years, he has managed our Linear Module (LM) orders. Kellen is constantly active, as some orders can be over 20 feet long and vary from 1 to more than 30 units per order.
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Owen McIntosh, CAD Operator
Owen is the newest member of our team. With only one year under his belt, he brings a wealth of expertise in computer-aided design to our team. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for precision, Owen excels in creating intricate and accurate designs that meet our clients' specifications.
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Walter Kaczynski, Electromechanical Technician
Walt is our lead Electromechanical Technician. He brings a wealth of knowledge with over 28 years of experience in our field. He is not only known for his innovative problem-solving skills but also for his friendly and approachable nature. Walt excels in maintaining and optimizing complex electromechanical systems, always ready to lend a helping hand or share his insights with colleagues.
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Marcus Murray, Electromechanical Technician
Marcus is our technician who is responsible for all repairs. He oversees the receiving, documenting, evaluating, and rebuilding of any damaged or worn-out actuators. He also assists in the production of new actuators. He excels in working through any electrical and mechanical challenges that may arise.
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Quality Management
Our Quest for Excellence
Because we love what we do, our work is characterized by high standards and maximum efficiency. This is regularly confirmed with the ISO 9001:2015 certificate, most recently in 2023.
Why we are green at heart.
Sustainability is important to us. We are committed to the Americas region and our employees, use sustainable materials in our production, and focus on sustainable profitability. The fact that sustainability is an essential component for us is demonstrated by our electric actuators:
- Energy efficient
- Long lasting
- No use of polluting fluids
