37 Years of Expertise in Global Procurement, Manufacturing, and Innovation
Meet the visionary behind AIS
Meet Larry
At the heart of Accutec Innovative Solutions is Larry Sternal, a seasoned professional with over 37 years of experience in international procurement, manufacturing operations, and global supply chain management. Larry's career is defined by a commitment to innovation, efficiency, and excellence.
Larry co-founded Integrated Molding Corp., transforming it from a greenfield operation into a thriving $24 million business. He later introduced cutting-edge procedures across various Asian factories for Central Garden & Pet Co., driving consistent double-digit growth year after year and contributing to the success of a $52 million enterprise.
Now, as he embarks on this next phase of his journey, Larry is dedicated to helping businesses achieve their goals by providing the expertise and strategic guidance needed to navigate today’s ever-evolving global marketplace. With Accutec Innovative Solutions, he’s here to empower companies to thrive and grow.
Driving Impactful Results
Accomplishments that have driven measurable results, optimized operations, and delivered impactful outcomes across industries.
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Reduced procurement costs by 15% through strategic negotiations and supplier partnerships.
Moved products from China into Vietnam reducing tariff impact
Moved printed packaging from USA and China to a supplier in Vietnam reducing costs and allowing smaller MOQ demands
Redesigned products to reduce footprint and reducing container / shipping costs
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Launched 300+ new products annually, overseeing every step from design to market. With over 40 years in manufacturing and product development I have several patents on file as well as a full portfolio of products developed from wire / plastics both injection and blow molding / foods / ceramics / tooling / packaging.
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Implemented advanced technologies to improve manufacturing processes and streamline operations.
· ANIMAL BALL AND METHOD OF ASSEMBLING
Publication number: 20150237830
Abstract: The present disclosure relates to an animal ball. The animal ball includes a hollow sphere having a first half and a second half mate-able with said first half. The first half includes a first wall and a first rim and the second half also a second wall and a second rim. In addition, the animal ball includes a mating fastener including a first fastening portion and a second fastening portion. The first fastening portion is connected to the first wall and the second fastening portion is connected to the second wall and the first fastening portion is spaced from the first and second walls.
Type: Application
Filed: February 26, 2014
Publication date: August 27, 2015
Inventors: Lawrence STERNAL, Jason CASTO
· Animal ball and method of assembling
Patent number: 9661829
Abstract: The present disclosure relates to an animal ball. The animal ball includes a hollow sphere having a first half and a second half mate-able with said first half. The first half includes a first wall and a first rim and the second half also a second wall and a second rim. In addition, the animal ball includes a mating fastener including a first fastening portion and a second fastening portion. The first fastening portion is connected to the first wall and the second fastening portion is connected to the second wall and the first fastening portion is spaced from the first and second walls.
Type: Grant
Filed: February 26, 2014
Date of Patent: May 30, 2017
Assignee: CENTRAL GARDEN & PET COMPANY
Inventors: Lawrence Sternal, Jason Casto
· AMPHIBIAN/REPTILE HABITAT WITH REMOVABLE INSERT
Publication number: 20220248645
Abstract: In general, an enclosure is disclosed that includes a basin for storing water and an insert configured to be removably disposed within the basin and provide dry and wet sections that define a habitat for one or more amphibians and/or reptiles. Preferably, the insert includes an integrated filter arrangement that can be removed together, e.g., as a single unit, from the basin when cleaning is desired. More preferably, the insert includes a plurality of openings to allow water to drain via gravity into the basin as a user “pulls” the insert from the same. Accordingly, a user may then remove the insert from the basin without necessarily removing creatures from within the insert, and more importantly, from the habitat provided by the same.
Type: Application
Filed: February 11, 2021
Publication date: August 11, 2022
Inventors: Brad L. MIHLBAUER, Phillip C. BARTOSZEK, Ernie KATRIS, Lawrence E. STERNAL
Patent number: D893809
Type: Grant
Filed: April 13, 2018
Date of Patent: August 18, 2020
Assignee: CENTRAL GARDEN & PET COMPANY
Inventors: Jason Casto, Lawrence Sternal
Patent number: D949512
Type: Grant
Filed: December 16, 2020
Date of Patent: April 26, 2022
Assignee: CENTRAL GARDEN & PET COMPANY
Inventors: Erin E. Lenz, Jason Casto, Lawrence Sternal
Patent number: D949513
Type: Grant
Filed: December 16, 2020
Date of Patent: April 26, 2022
Assignee: CENTRAL GARDEN & PET COMPANY
Inventors: Erin E. Lenz, Jason Casto, Lawrence Sternal
Patent number: D967553
Type: Grant
Filed: February 6, 2020
Date of Patent: October 18, 2022
Assignee: CENTRAL GARDEN & PET COMPANY
Inventors: Lawrence Sternal, Jason Casto
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Spearheaded the successful reshoring of products from China, reducing costs and enhancing quality.
Tooled up several categories of injection molded products and produced them domestically to reduce freight and duty impacts
Larry Sternal