Victaulic, a manufacturer of mechanical pipe-joining systems, announced Rick Bucher has been appointed to the position of President and COO, effective immediately. Bucher will continue reporting to John F. Malloy who has served as chairman, president and CEO for the past 16 years. Malloy will remain chairman and CEO.

“Rick has demonstrated over a long tenure with Victaulic, the intellectual leadership and emotional skills to be Victaulic president," Malloy said. "Innovation has driven Victaulic for 100 years. We like to think about Victaulic celebrating another centennial 100 years from now. If we are able to realize this vision, innovation will surely be a key reason. As president, Rick has the skills to lead Victaulic in this next chapter."