Category: News

Tim Towns

You will often find this employee helping others and that is what this person does best. This employee of the month is known for their ability to work through problems, all the while teaching others , and still getting the job done. This person has been with FCX for over a decade now and during that time has worked hard to move up through the ranks and become a very important cog in the FCX machine.

If you know this person at all then you know that if you need assistance then this person is there, answering questions, and using every opportunity to provide training to someone and doing it with patience . If there is a challenge to overcome and a short time to do it, this person is there to help. If this person has an opinion to offer then they will say it but always in a constructive manner.

Please join me in congratulating the March, 2018 FCX Employee of the month, Tim Towns.

Thanks Tim!

FCX Systems was recently awarded a Multi-Year Deliveries and Performance Contract to supply a unique 400-hertz solid-state frequency converter for shipboard installation in USCG Cutters located on the West Coast, Gulf Coast, and East Coast.

We are consistently evolving to provide innovating solutions to our clients. Semper Paratus to all our “Coasties”. We are “Always Ready” to support your mission.

FCX Systems–the world’s leading manufacturer of solid-state frequency converters and ground power support (GSE)–has been awarded the contract to supply 54 270 VDC precision ground power units for the Royal Australian Air Force’s main F-35 base at RAAF Williamtown for the New Air Combat Capability project. The units will be manufactured in Morgantown, W.Va. at FCX headquarters.

This is the second contract awarded to FCX to supply the RAAF with 270 VDC ground power units for the F-35 aircraft.

“It is a great honor to be supplying our equipment to one of America’s greatest allies–Australia,” said Jason Summers, Vice President of Business Development. “It is of the utmost importance to the entire FCX family that the U.S. and its allies have the best possible equipment available for all daily operations.”

The 54 units include 270 VDC output cables and cable reels, along with design and engineering support assistance for the successful implementation of the system. FCX factory trained technicians will provide on-site support for the commissioning and field-testing of the units.

“The specifications of the contract fit well with FCX Systems’ capabilities,” said Craig Walker, President and Chief Executive Officer for FCX Systems, Inc. “Our extensive experience in 270 VDC applications, including supply of 270 VDC ground power to all F-35 final assembly stations for Lockheed Martin, was integral in meeting the requirements of the contract.”

FCX also provides international 270 VDC ground power support in the United Kingdom, Italy and Japan.

Founded in 1987, FCX designs and manufacturers solid-state frequency converters and ground power support for aviation, commercial, military and shore industries around the world. Today, FCX employs 70 personnel and has placed units throughout the U.S. and in more than 70 countries on all seven continents.

Rick West

“Leading by Example” is a characteristic that defines a successful leader and his or her ability to get results accomplished in a positive and timely manner. When FCX Senior Management was looking for someone to lead our QC Department, they not only felt they needed an individual who could bring a fresh and positive attitude to improve our own product quality, but also someone who could work well with our vendors to help facilitate improvements in the products they build for us. We needed someone who wanted to be part of a solution and not a continued part of a problem. This person had to be a team player who could bring about positive long term change to help FCX reach the next level in providing our customers with the absolute best quality products. By continually demonstrating a “Can Do” attitude, and a “Lead by Example” approach, this individual’s ability to obtain positive results is a credit to his success. It is my pleasure to announce Rick West as FCX’s December Employee of the Month.

On Friday, November 10, FCX Systems in Morgantown, WV–the world’s leading manufacturer of solid-state frequency converters, ground power support (GSE) and custom power conversion solutions–hosted a Veteran’s Day breakfast to honor the men and women who have served and are currently serving.

Within the FCX team, there are seven total employees who are veterans. These veterans’ served in the U.S. Army, Coast Guard, Navy, and the Marines.

To give back for their service, and as a way to say thanks, FCX Systems held a Veteran’s Day breakfast catered by Bob Evans and invited family members of veterans to attend. The FCX Co-founder and Owner, Allen Wright, also said a prayer before breakfast began.

FCX welcomed employees and their families by decorating a tree in their lobby, which displayed wooden flags with names of all employees who are veterans. They also listed out employee family members that have also served.

Everyone at FCX, both employees and guests, enjoyed their morning recognizing veterans, meeting new individuals, and sharing stories.

FCX Systems looks forward to their upcoming company events and activities in the year ahead!

 This past October, FCX Systems in Morgantown, WV–the world’s leading manufacturer of solid-state frequency converters, ground power support (GSE) and custom power conversion solutions–held their 3^rd Annual Oktoberfest for all of their employees and their families.

The Oktoberfest event took place on October 21 at the FCX Systems office and welcomed a total of 110 attendees.

It was a perfect day, 80 degrees and sunny, for the annual event. There were plenty of activities, as well as food and drinks, for everyone to enjoy.

From a costume decorating contest for both children and adults, to a popular cornhole contest (with winners Mike Tomblin and Joseph Dingeldein), FCX Systems kept the fun flowing all day long with more than 20 prizes to hand out to game winners.

Food was catered by the Mason Jar and FCX Owner and Co-Founder, Allen Wright supplied homemade craft beer for the event. There was also a donut eating contest and a wing cook-off–with the winner being Mike Tennant.

FCX Systems looks forward to their upcoming company events in the year ahead!

Roger Glaspell

Project managing, answering questions from sales, communicating with production, testing, and purchasing, and providing drawings, BOM’s, and manuals for multiple jobs. All of these tasks often have to be completed in a very short period of time with the ability to change priorities at the drop of a hat at the request of sales and the customer. Always remaining flexible, responding quickly, and yet not complaining.

FCX has a great team and everyone’s role at FCX is vital to the success of the team. This person is definitely a team player and willing to help wherever he is needed .

Please join me in congratulating the November, 2017 FCX Employee of the month, Roger Glaspell.

Thanks Roger!