Our People Make the Difference

The John Henry Foster Compressed Air & Controls ROI Group is made up of four highly qualified, dedicated team members with a combined 200 years of experience in compressed air.

With complete dedication to compressed air efficiency, our goal is to help you achieve your goals- ultimately, saving you energy and money.

A successful air assessment and ROI-driven project is about more than just fixing issues- it’s about sustaining savings for years to come. That’s why our compressed air audit team has developed a unique approach to reaching AND maintaining peak system performance.

Your input is paramount for success, so we work closely with you during each step of the process to ensure maximum return on your investment.

Mark Ames

Mark Ames is a Compressed Air System Auditor, D.O.E. AIRMaster+ Qualified Specialist, and Certified Level 1 Instructor for the Compressed Air Challenge. With more than 30 years of experience in compressor design, laboratory testing, and field analysis, Mark has conducted well over 500 compressed air system audits across a wide range of industries around the globe.

His expertise spans reciprocating, rotary screw, and centrifugal compressor systems, including large-scale installations exceeding 80,000 horsepower. Mark works closely with customers to reduce energy consumption, improve system reliability, enhance air quality, and minimize production risks.

A frequent presenter at industry conferences and training workshops, Mark specializes in compressed air system analysis, optimization, and sustainable performance improvement.

Areas of Expertise:

  • System Audits and Analysis
  • Energy Reduction Strategies
  • Reliability and Risk Mitigation
  • Air Quality and Pressure Stability
  • System Design and Optimization
  • Sustainability Initiatives

 

Bryan Crane

Bryan Crane brings more than 25 years of compressed air industry experience through various roles at both John Henry Foster and Ingersoll Rand. His background includes service, system auditing, sales, and regional management, providing him with a comprehensive understanding of compressed air systems from the equipment level to enterprise-wide operations.

As a Product Manager and ROI Business Manager, Bryan helps customers improve system performance, reduce operating costs, and implement sustainable compressed air solutions.

Areas of Expertise:

  • Compressed Air System Controls
  • System Design and Optimization
  • Energy Efficiency and ROI Projects
  • Sustainability Programs

 

Matt Miller

Matt Miller has more than 20 years of experience in electrical automation, controls, and compressed air systems. His career includes service in the United States Marine Corps working in aviation electronics, followed by extensive experience in industrial automation, compressed air repair, and system implementation.

Matt combines his background in automation and robotics with hands-on troubleshooting expertise to help customers maximize system performance and reliability.

Areas of Expertise:

  • Automated Air System Controls
  • Electrical and Mechanical Troubleshooting
  • Compressor Performance Testing
  • System Validation
  • Air Leak Assessments
  • Automation Implementation and Optimization