Bill Putnam News

Yale Cordage announced its acquisition of a Sahm Splice test bed, with capacity for destructive and non-destructive testing of synthetic rope, wire rope, shackles, chain and slings up to 1,300,000 pounds in tensile and a low-range capacity of up to 250,000 pounds. With a maximum test sample length of 116 feet with a 15 foot stroke, it is one of the largest and most capable test beds in the eastern United States.“We are very excited to bring this added test capability to Yale for our existing and future clients,” says Bill Putnam, President of Yale Cordage.

US-based Yale Cordage, a custom and specialty rope manufacturer, announce that Bill Putnam has been named president of the company. Saco, Maine-based Yale Cordage is a custom and specialty rope manufacturer that designs a wide variety of application-specific ropes. Putnam was previously executive vice president, responsible for strategic planning and execution of the company's operating network, process design, analysis and implementation, and production efficiency. The announcement was made by Tom Yale, Yale Cordage chief executive officer (CEO), who has served as CEO since 1970, and president since 1992. Tom will continue as CEO, managing the company's overall strategic direction and multiparty project work. "Bill has been an asset to our company for over 25 years.