MILWAUKEE – Gaco Western, a manufacturer of elastomeric coatings and polyurethane spray foam for the construction and waterproofing industries, has announced the retirement of Irene Schwechler, Vice President of Manufacturing, effective Jan. 29, 2010.
 
Schwechler has been with the company for 36 years and has served as Vice President of Manufacturing and General Manager of the Waukesha facility since 1996. In addition to her current position, Schwechler has been a Gaco Western Board Member and a very integral part of the executive team that was responsible for tripling the size of the company.