Tria America names new president 

June 27, 2024
Kirk Winstead most recently served as CEO of Piovan Group North America.

Tria America names new president 

Tria America has appointed Kirk Winstead as its new president.  

Winstead comes to his new position with a career that spans more than 38 years in the plastics auxiliary equipment industry and 27 years focused on size reduction. He most recently served as CEO of Piovan Group North America — a position now filled by John G. Erkert. Winstead also has been CEO of IPEG Group and CEO of Rapid Granulator Group dating back to 2010. His deep understanding of the industry and experience will be instrumental in driving Tria America forward.  

“We are delighted to welcome Kirk to the Tria family,” Tria Group GM Stefano Venturelli said. “His extensive experience and proven track record in the size-reduction industry make him the ideal leader to guide our American company into the future.” 

Based in Pineville, N.C., Tria America provides size-reduction solutions.