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About Us

About Us

NESTEC, Inc. was founded in 2005 by Jim Nester as an industrial air pollution control (APC) company to specialize in service, rebuild and upgrades and supplying new OEM equipment and systems. NESTEC initially focused heavily on thermal oxidation technologies. Over the years we have grown into an industry leader, expanded into multiple product lines, added company capabilities and key personnel. We have the most experienced technical team of APC experts in North America. Our headquarters are located in eastern Pennsylvania with several employees located throughout North America. NESTEC is proud to be an employee owned, private company.

NESTEC is a leading supplier in new, replacement, and refurbished air emission control systems for a wide range of industries and applications, including wood products, ethanol, can manufacturing, food processing, insulation manufacturing, specialty chemical, electric vehicle battery production, solid fuel boilers, oil & gas, refinery FCCU pharmaceutical, packaging, coating, printing, automotive, metalized film, building products, asphalt, and semiconductor fab.

NESTEC is a full-service system provider, including application engineering, manufacturing/fabrication, mechanical/electrical installation and on-site services. We work closely with end-users, engineering firms and consultants to determine the right solution for the application. We also specialize in aftermarket solutions to optimize existing technologies and system installations.

The NESTEC OEM equipment line includes the following technologies:

  • Thermal Oxidation Systems
    • Regenerative Thermal Oxidizers (RTOs)
    • Regenerative Catalytic Oxidizers (RCOs)
    • Direct Fired Thermal Oxidizers (DFTO/DFO)
  • Particulate Control Systems
    • Wet Electrostatic Precipitators (Wet ESPs/WESP)
    • Acid Gas Wet Scrubbers
    • Cyclonic Wet Scrubbers
  • Solvent Recovery Systems
    • NMP Recovery Systems (N-Methyl-2-pyrrolidone)

We are also a system integrator of other APC technologies, including:

  • Fabric filters (Baghouses)
  • Concentrators
  • Injection systems
  • Evaporative cooling

Our Aftermarket division specializes in replacement/spare parts, upgrades, rebuilds and onsite servicing of existing systems. We frequently evaluate and work on competitors systems. Our impressive field service team includes professional technicians that meet the highest standards for safety programs, with participation ISNetworld, Avetta etc.

We frequently attend major industrial trade shows and conferences to present our technologies, as well as, being published in industry magazines.

Jim Nester
Jim Nester
Chief Executive Officer

Prior to starting NESTEC, Jim was employed as a national sales manager for GeoEnergy Corp. He holds a BSME from Drexel University in Philadelphia and brings 25 years of experience. Jim is responsible for corporate management and finances.

Jaymie Deemer
President

Jaymie has over 20 years of experience in the air pollution control industry with a background and education in industrial automation and controls. He previously worked for multiple OEMs specializing in Wet ESP and RTO technologies in various roles, including Field Service Engineer, Technical Sales & Applications and Executive Management. Jaymie is responsible for strategy, growth and management of the company.

Rick Reimlinger
Rick Reimlinger
Vice President

Rick Reimlinger is one of NESTEC’s longest-tenured owners, joining the company in 2006 as the vice president of operations.  Rick was instrumental in establishing NESTEC as a leading provider of environmental solutions, focusing on thermal oxidation technology.  Rick has successfully designed and installed Regenerative Thermal, Catalytic, Recuperative, and Direct Fired Oxidation Systems.  Beginning in 1980, Rick worked for several companies in the pollution control industry in design, engineering, and project management.

Frank DeSantis
Vice President of Engineering

Frank brings 36 years of engineering experience in thermal oxidization; heat recovery; and material and product testing.  He has performed in a range of disciplines including engineering design, process design, project management, applications, research and development, sales, construction management, startup and field service.  His outside-the-box, open minded thinking leads to simple creative solutions to complex problems.  He holds a BSME from Fairleigh Dickinson University.

Nick Seeley
Vice President of Applications

Nick has worked within the industrial air pollution control industry since 2012.  He currently manages the application engineering group at NESTEC, focusing on sales engineering, proposal generation, and sales support.  He holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from Montana State University.

Rob Habelwitz
Rob Hablewitz, MBA
Vice President

Rob’s career began as a 2nd class Petty Officer in the US Navy, upon his departure in 1978, Rob acquired a BSME degree and MBA from the University of Wisconsin.

Rob has gained over 45 years of experience in the air pollution control industry. Skilled in fabrication, controls, project management and design, Rob has been an integral part of engineering and design teams for some of the largest air pollution controls technology suppliers in the industry. Rob is currently one of the owners and Vice President at NESTEC, Inc. Since joining NESTEC, Rob has led our applications, sales and project teams and currently provides large special project oversight and execution.

Paula Moore
Chief Operating Officer

Prior to starting at NESTEC, Paula worked for Daikin Applied Americas (formally McQuay International) as a Program Manager in the Chiller Division. Prior to returning to Daikin, she was involved in the environmental equipment industry working for both Crawford Industrial Group and Turner Envirologic in various roles. As COO at NESTEC, she is responsible for all administration, supply chain, process development/implementation and quality control within NESTEC. Paula holds an AAS in Mechanical Design and a BS in Organizational Development.

Jim Cash
Technology Director

Jim's passion for design and engineering has thrived since 1985. He spearheaded the development of 9 APC product lines, secured 20 global patents, and generated over $1.25 billion in sales revenue. At NESTEC's headquarters in Pen Argyl, PA he established a robust in-house R&D center, fostering innovation. Committed to mentorship, Jim guides emerging engineers and interns (through NESTEC's internship program) all while staying attuned to cutting-edge technologies. His legacy enriches both our team and the field at large.

Scott Brayton
Director of Sales

Scott has over 30 years of experience in the air pollution control industry.  He has a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from Michigan State University and has previously worked for OEMs specializing in thermal oxidation, particulate matter, and acid gas emission control technologies. Scott has held various roles including Business Development Manager, Key Account Manager, Sales Manager and Director of Sales.  He is responsible for sales strategy, sales growth, and sales management of the company.

Our Team

Jim Nester
Jim Nester
Chief Executive Officer View Profile
Jaymie Deemer
President View Profile
Rick Reimlinger
Rick Reimlinger
Vice President View Profile
Frank DeSantis
Vice President of Engineering View Profile
Nick Seeley
Vice President of Applications View Profile
Rob Habelwitz
Rob Hablewitz, MBA
Vice President View Profile
Paula Moore
Chief Operating Officer View Profile
Jim Cash
Technology Director View Profile
Scott Brayton
Director of Sales View Profile
Assess Your Needs: pollution control systems
Assess The Needs
Engineer Your Solution: services are provided for all thermal oxidation systems
Engineer the Solution
Install the System: Install leading pollution control systems.
Install the System
Service Maintenance: NFPA standards and source testing
Service & Maintenance

Sustainibility Focus

NESTEC is committed to sustainability through our technologies, operating systems and business approach. Reducing energy consumption, achieving current and future environmental standards and pushing APC technologies to the next level with a robust research and development program are paramount.