Empire Rubber & Supply Co.

08/31/2025

On this episode I sat down with everyone’s belt friend Pedro Liriano with INO USA. He was kind enough to visit from NY to share his work ethics that have made him the successful family man and belt man that he is today. Vote for Pedro!

In this special episode, Pedro Liriano, Outside Sales at INO USA, joins Casey Hutchinson, President of Empire Rubber & Supply Company, for a personal and pro...

08/15/2025

In the latest episode of Belt Friends, Casey had the pleasure of sitting down with Drew Felix, VP of Sales for PPI-Precision Pulley & Idler. We discussed relationship sales and the components that help turn and support conveyor belt in so many applications. We also learned about how important family, basketball and time in the yard are to Drew. Enjoy.

In this special episode, Drew Felix, VP of Sales and Unit Handling at Precision Pulley & Idler (PPI), joins Casey Hutchinson, President of Empire Rubber & Su...

07/28/2025

Well, it's been a minute since our last Podcast recording....We're back! This time I sat down with my friend Mike Wieland - VP of Sales at Mulhern Belting, Inc. Mike was gracious enough to fly out to Portland to sit down with me in person to discuss his personal life both in and out of the belt industry, a little music and sports, and share some laughs along the way. Please enjoy.

In this special episode, Michael Wieland, VP of Sales at Mulhern Belting, Inc. and Chair of the NIBA Marketing Committee, joins Casey Hutchinson, President o...

09/05/2024

On this episode of Belt Friends the tables get turned. Rodney Roalsen returns but this time to interview our very own Podcaster Casey Hutchinson. Casey will share his story as well as the Hutchinson family’s story and the story of Empire Rubber. Take a listen.

Welcome to the ninth episode of "Belt Friends," where industry leaders come together to share stories, insights, and a few laughs along the way.In this episo...

08/30/2024

Got a new episode of Belt Friends to share. This time Casey sits down with Andy Roloff, N. American Dairy Specialist with Intralox. Andy is fun, very candid and driven man in our industry. You’re sure to enjoy his story.

Welcome to the eighth episode of "Belt Friends," where industry leaders come together to share stories, insights, and a few laughs along the way.In this epis...

08/29/2024

Oh my goodness! We have such wonderful customers that share amazing gifts with us. However, we have no idea who this one came from. We’re all in love with this and feeling it whole heartedly! Thank you!

08/09/2024

Time for another great episode of Belt Friends. This time Casey had the pleasure of interviewing Stephenie Davis, President & CEO of Davis Industrial. Stephenie is a fellow belt distributor with a great story to share. Please enjoy.

Welcome to the seventh episode of "Belt Friends," where industry leaders come together to share stories, insights, and a few laughs along the way.In this ep...

06/08/2024

We have another episode of Belt Friends to share with you all. This time Casey sat down with Tom Wujek CEO & President of Flexco (Flexible Steel Lacing Company). Tom has a great story to share about the rewards of his journey with Flexco, both in business and family, and what it means to open the door to welcome others to seek opportunities in our industry too. Tom is one of the most humble ambassadors for our industry. Enjoy.

Welcome to the sixth episode of "Belt Friends," where industry leaders come together to share stories, insights, and a few laughs along the way.In this episo...

05/29/2024

How rewarding it is to watch people you really appreciate grow and thrive in our industry. Meet Paul Bosserman. Paul began his career with Empire Rubber and his journey took him to Viacore Solutions (formerly All-State Belting). His whole story if very special so be sure to listen to the end.

Welcome to the fifth episode of "Belt Friends," where industry leaders come together to share stories, insights, and a few laughs along the way.In this episo...

05/23/2024

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05/23/2024

Another great episode of Belt Friends is available now. This time with Rodney Roalsen of Beltservice Corporation. This interview shares a special connection as both Casey & Rodney are cousins who can both speak to growing up at different levels within our unique industry. Don't miss out.

Welcome to the third episode of "Belt Friends," where industry leaders come together to share stories, insights, and a few laughs along the way.In this episo...

05/14/2024

We have another episode of Belt Friends for you to enjoy. This time with Vernon Smith of UBR (Universal Belting Resource) and former 2017 President of NIBA (National Industrial Belt Association). Great man and great conversation.

Welcome to the third episode of "Belt Friends," where industry leaders come together to share stories, insights, and a few laughs along the way.In this episo...