Sussex, WI – November 18, 2013 – Power Test Inc. announced today that Patrick Koppa has joined the company as President. Pat will be responsible for managing all aspects of the company and continuing to grow the business around the world. Pat will work closely with Alan Petelinsek, the owner and outgoing President, to ensure a smooth transition as Alan elevates his role to CEO. Alan will continue to be actively involved in the company as he increasingly focuses his efforts on external matters, interacting with business and government leaders to explore strategic relationships and opportunities, as well as an increased focus on charitable causes and even greater societal impact.

Alan said “We are blessed to find a leader that will build upon the foundation my father provided for us and the many years of growth we have experienced. Pat’s background and talents will further strengthen and grow our committed workforce and our loyal family of customers.”

Pat comes with a wealth of experience from Harley-Davidson Motor Company and the United States Navy. Pat was most recently Senior Director, U.S. Field Operations and Strategy, at Harley-Davidson. Prior to that, he successfully held a variety of sales, marketing and manufacturing management positions over a total span of 16 years. He also served seven years in the U.S. Navy as a Nuclear Submarine Officer aboard fast attack boats. Pat is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin – Madison with a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering and an MBA in Operations and Technology Management.

Pat comments “Power Test is a truly unique, action-oriented company with a special culture that makes things better for customers, employees and society. My personal values and those of the company are tightly aligned, and I couldn’t be happier to be part of taking this high-performing team to the next level.”

About Power Test

For 37 years, Power Test Inc. has designed, manufactured and marketed dynamometers, heavy equipment testing systems and related data acquisition and control systems to manufacturers, rebuilding facilities and distributors in the mining, power generation, marine, trucking, construction and military sectors. These products are used to test vehicle engines, transmissions, hydraulic pumps, motors, cylinders and valves. Power Test is an innovative company driven to finding solutions to a wide array of the challenges faced by today’s businesses. Examples of these programs and the results achieved include:

• Created Manufacturers Resource Training (MRT) program for entry level manufacturing employees
• GPS Education Center site for disengaged high school student training and schooling
• 2011 Wisconsin Manufacturer of the Year for Operational Excellence and Community Support
• 2012 Wisconsin Manufacturer of the Year Grand Award for Small Business
• 2013 Wisconsin Governor’s Export Achievement Award
• 2012 and 2013 Future 50 Award for the rapid growth of the company
• 2013 Fastest Growing Firms Award
• 2013 Waukesha County #1 Business Award
• 2011, 2012 and 2013 Healthiest Employer award for small business
• Formed the Destination Donation team of athletes to promote organ, tissue and eye donation
• Member, Governor’s Council on Workforce Investment