Meet Patrick Trettel

Sales Engineer

Patrick Trettel is a dedicated Sales Engineer at J & B Industrial Sales Co Inc, based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. With a strong background in technical sales and a passion for providing tailored, high-performing industrial solutions, Patrick has built a stellar reputation as a trusted advisor to manufacturers, plant operators, and industrial facilities across the region.

He takes immense pride in understanding the unique operational challenges of his clients and pairing them with the exact equipment needed to optimize their processing, storage, and material handling workflows. His hands-on approach, combined with his deep technical knowledge and client-first mentality, makes him an invaluable asset to the heavy industrial sector throughout Western Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Western New York.

Expertise in Dry Bulk Material Handling

Specializing in Dry Bulk Material Handling Equipment, Patrick brings extensive experience navigating the unique complexities of moving, storing, and processing challenging materials. From fine powders and agricultural grains to heavy industrial aggregates, he knows that precision, safety, and reliability are strictly non-negotiable.

Patrick excels in designing and recommending systems that encompass everything from pneumatic conveying and mechanical material handling to advanced dust collection and air quality control. His technical proficiency extends across a wide array of bulk material storage and processing solutions, ensuring that every silo, feeder, and flow control component operates seamlessly within a larger system.

Whether a facility requires volumetric or gravimetric feeding, complex blending solutions, automation, or cutting-edge level measurement and weighing systems, Patrick approaches every project with a rigorous problem-solving mindset. His ultimate goal is always to eliminate costly downtime, prevent material waste, and maximize overall plant productivity.

Continuing the J & B Industrial Sales Legacy

As a vital member of the J & B Industrial Sales Co Inc team, Patrick represents a company with deep regional roots and an unshakeable reputation. Founded in 1966, J & B Industrial Sales is a proud third-generation family business that has dependably served its core markets for nearly sixty years. Patrick embodies the core values of this locally owned and operated business: integrity, reliability, and an unwavering commitment to long-term customer success.

Working alongside premium, industry-leading manufacturers, Patrick ensures his clients have access to the most proven and advanced technologies on the market today. He intimately understands that the enduring success of J & B Industrial Sales relies on building genuine partnerships rather than merely closing one-time sales. By upholding the company's multi-generational legacy of excellence, Patrick ensures that every facility he partners with receives robust equipment that performs efficiently for decades to come.

A Trusted Partner in Industrial Solutions

What truly sets Patrick apart as a Sales Engineer is his steadfast dedication to on-site, collaborative problem solving. He frequently provides complimentary in-plant consultations, a service that allows him to see a facility's operational challenges firsthand. By walking the plant floor, physically inspecting the current setups, and speaking directly with plant managers and machine operators, he can accurately pinpoint hidden bottlenecks—such as material bridging, ratholing, and airborne dust hazards.

After assessing the site, Patrick leverages his deep catalog of manufacturing partners to source the precise flow control components, dust collectors, and conveying systems required for the job. He is deeply committed to creating safe, clean, and highly efficient working environments that not only boost output but also help clients easily comply with stringent industry safety and air quality regulations.

Bringing Value and Innovation to Every Project

For Patrick, industrial sales is not just about moving heavy machinery; it is about engineering sustainable success for his clients. His comprehensive understanding of both mechanical and automated industrial systems means he can consistently foresee potential integration issues and address them before they negatively impact the bottom line. From the initial consultation and custom equipment selection to the final implementation support, Patrick is a dedicated resource every single step of the way.

His unwavering commitment to excellence helps industrial facilities across the tri-state area streamline their operations, protect their hardworking teams, and achieve consistent, repeatable results in their material processing.

To optimize your facility's material handling systems with proven, dependable equipment, contact J & B Industrial Sales Co Inc today to schedule your complimentary in-plant consultation.