Graco Inc. announced that Claudio Merengo, President, Worldwide Gema, has been appointed an executive officer effective January 1, 2023. Gema is a leading worldwide supplier of powder coating equipment and systems, headquartered in Switzerland. Since Graco acquired Gema in 2012, the business has produced consistent growth and innovation.

Mr. Merengo has been with Gema for 28 years, most recently as President, Worldwide Gema. Prior to that role he was President of Gema, Europe and the Managing Director of Gema, Switzerland.