MORTON, ILLINOIS, U.S. — 4B Components Ltd. announced on Jan. 14 that Brian Knapp has been promoted to the position of vice-president with responsibility for technical sales and service for the Electronics Division.

“Brian has done a tremendous job managing the Tech Team and has also become a valuable asset to the electronics sales department providing daily engineering support and technical input,” said Johnny Wheat, 4B president. “This promotion is well deserved recognition for the dedication and commitment that Brian has provided to the company over the last 10 years”

After graduating from the University of Illinois with a bachelor’s of science degree, Knapp started at 4B in 2005 as an engineer within the Electronics Department and became tech team manager in 2010. He is an active member of the Grain Elevator and Processing Society (GEAPS) and has made numerous industry presentations on the subject of hazard monitoring.