AJ Engineering 281 East Rock Creek Rd.   New Bern, NC 28562   (252) 636-1521  

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Jim Wellspeak, founder of AJ Engineering, received his Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Massachusetts in 1961.  Early in 1962 he went to work for the engineering department at the Clark-Aiken Co. in Lee, Massachusetts.  Clark-Aiken was then recognized as a world leader in the production of high speed sheeting equipment.  Mr. Wellspeak began his career as a Design Engineer and progressed to Director of Engineering, a position he held from 1972 to 1989.

During his 28 year tenure, he designed and installed over 75 different custom sheeting lines worldwide in the pulp, paper film, and printing industries.  A highlight of his career came in the early 1970's when he designed and developed the first U.S. manufactured synchronous double rotary sheeter using a two motor drive system.

As a result of his extensive experience, he is regarded by many people in the converting industry as an expert on sheeting and material handling equipment.

After the Clark-Aiken Company was sold in the late 1980's, it became part of a European conglomerate.  Recognizing this sale left very little room for U.S. manufacturers, Mr. Wellspeak formed AJ Engineering in 1989.

Since then, he has designed and installed machines for more than 100 customers worldwide. 

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