Josiah Haas

Josiah Haas, Author

Josiah Haas is president of Bud Industries, a leading manufacturer of enclosures for the data and electronics industries. Previously, he held other key positions in the company, including National Sales Manager, Director of Sales, and Vice President of Sales. Prior to joining Bud Industries, he worked for CDW as an account manager selling computer hardware and software solutions to enterprise businesses.

With 20 years of industry experience, including his work with the ECIA (Electronics Components Industry Association), Josiah is a trusted expert in the application of data racks and electronic enclosures in a wide variety of applications. He serves on the board of the ECIA Manufacturer Council. For his dedication to the industry, he was recognized as an ECIA Distinguished Service Award Winner in 2024.

Josiah Haas earned a BA at Indiana University-Bloomington. He currently serves on the Cleveland Chapter board of Young Presidents Organization, which focuses on the continuing education of executives. Haas’ dedication to education has seen him serve as a member of the board of trustees at Hawken School as well as previously serving as president of the Hawken School alumni association.

He has been interviewed by leading publications including:

Industry Week
Manufacturing Tomorrow
Automation World (podcast): https://www.automationworld.com/home/podcast/13742944/enclosures-the-difference-between-standard-and-certified
Crain’s Cleveland Business

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The Role of Surface Treatments and Coatings in Corrosion-Resistant Enclosures

December 2, 2025 by Josiah Haas

When electrical enclosures fail due to corrosion, the consequences extend beyond equipment replacement—downtime, safety hazards, and compromised system integrity can multiply costs exponentially. For engineers specifying enclosures for outdoor, marine, or chemically aggressive environments, selecting corrosion-resistant solutions isn’t optional; it is essential. Bud Industries has built its reputation on delivering durable, corrosion-resistant enclosures that meet rigorous NEMA standards, helping engineers protect critical equipment while controlling the total cost of ownership. What Causes Corrosion Corrosion—the degradation of materials through reaction with…

Bud Industries Hires Innovate Sales to Represent in Minnesota, South Dakota, and North Dakota

Bud Industries Hires Innovate Sales to Represent in Minnesota, South Dakota, and North Dakota

October 30, 2025 by Josiah Haas

Bud Industries is excited to announce that Innovate Sales, has joined the Bud Industries team as our new sales representative for Minnesota, South Dakota, North Dakota, and Western Wisconsin (Zip Codes 54000-54099 and 54600-54899) starting November 1st, 2025. This partnership strengthens Bud’s presence in a region that’s poised for renewed growth across automation, industrial, and electronic markets. With a strong track record and deep customer relationships, the Innovate Sales team brings both the experience and energy needed to help drive…

How NEMA Enclosures Protect Against Environmental Hazards

How NEMA Enclosures Protect Against Environmental Hazards

October 29, 2025 by Josiah Haas

NEMA-rated environmental control enclosures ensure electronic equipment survives harsh environmental conditions In today’s industrial landscape, electronic equipment faces an unforgiving array of environmental threats. From moisture and dust infiltration to temperature extremes and corrosive chemicals, these hazards can cause catastrophic failures, costly downtime and compromised safety. That’s where National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) enclosures become your first line of defense, providing precisely engineered protection tailored to specific environmental challenges. Understanding how different NEMA enclosure ratings protect against various environmental hazards…

How Weatherproof NEMA Enclosures Enhance Equipment Longevity

How Weatherproof NEMA Enclosures Enhance Equipment Longevity

October 21, 2025 by Josiah Haas

Protecting electronics from harsh environments with the right enclosure solution Sensitive electronic equipment is vulnerable to relentless attacks from the elements when deployed outdoors. Rain penetrates vulnerable circuits, dust clogs vents, UV radiation degrades plastic components, and temperature fluctuations stress delicate connections. Without adequate protection, expensive electronics that are designed to operate for years can fail within months, resulting in costly replacements, emergency repairs, and critical system downtime. The stakes are particularly high in industries where equipment failure means more…

The Role of NEMA Enclosures in Industrial Automation

The Role of NEMA Enclosures in Industrial Automation

September 26, 2025 by Josiah Haas

How a properly selected enclosure for automation systems keeps facilities running reliably and safely As manufacturers compete by becoming lean, managers have pushed more industrial automation throughout their facilities. In the past, a worker might feel the heat of a pump with their hand. Today, that pump may have a temperature sensor feeding data into factory management software. Walk into almost any industrial setting, and you will see cabinets housing centralized automation equipment as well as smaller enclosures for devices…

Why Settle for Standard When You Can Have a Custom Server Rack?

Why Settle for Standard When You Can Have a Custom Server Rack?

September 15, 2025 by Josiah Haas

In the rapidly evolving information technology market, customers for server racks have specific needs, and standard products will not necessarily satisfy all requirements. While standard server racks serve their purpose, they often leave companies compromising on functionality, aesthetics, or both. What if we told you that getting a custom server rack designed specifically for your needs does not have to mean months of waiting or settling for subpar modifications? At Bud Industries, custom is not a special service — it…

Advantages of Waterproof NEMA Enclosures for Outdoor Applications

September 4, 2025 by Josiah Haas

When it comes to protecting sensitive electronics in outdoor settings, the box is just as important as the technology it houses. Exposure to rain, snow, dust, temperature fluctuations, and other environmental challenges can quickly compromise poorly protected electrical and electronic systems. Waterproof NEMA enclosures are specifically designed to safeguard equipment in these harsh conditions, ensuring reliable performance and extending product life. Bud Industries offers a wide selection of enclosures meeting the protection ratings of the North American-based National Electrical Manufacturers…

Telecom Enclosures: Reliable, Accessible, and Ready When You Need Them

Telecom Enclosures: Reliable, Accessible, and Ready When You Need Them

July 28, 2025 by Josiah Haas

Specifying a telecom enclosure shouldn’t slow you down. As an electrical engineer, your priorities are clear: keep your project on schedule, your equipment cool and secure, and your maintenance team happy with a layout that makes sense. That’s where the right telecommunications enclosure makes all the difference. This guide explains what to look for in a telecom enclosure—whether you’re designing a high-density distribution hub, a remote node, or an equipment room that needs to scale with future demand. What Is…

Sager wins Bud's 2024 Modification Growth Award

Sager wins Bud's 2024 Modification Growth Award

May 30, 2025 by Josiah Haas

Bud Industries is proud to announce that Sager Electronics has been honored with our 2024 Modification Success Award, recognizing their exceptional achievements in growing our mutual modified enclosure business. This award celebrates Sager’s remarkable 42% year-over-year growth in modified part numbers and an astounding 78% growth in modification sales which is a true testament to their commitment to delivering tailored solutions for customers across industries and aligning what Bud does well with their Custom Solutions. What really stands out is…

Mouser Wins Bud's 2024 Sales Growth Award

Mouser Wins Bud's 2024 Sales Growth Award

May 27, 2025 by Josiah Haas

We’re pleased to announce that Mouser Electronics has been recognized with the 2024 Distributor Sales Growth Award for 2024 from Bud Industries, Inc while at the Electronic Distribution Show (EDS) in Las Vegas last week. Mouser’s sales success was driven by an extensive marketing plan to generate new customers, New Product addition, and some success quoting and booking modified business. Josiah Haas, Bud President stated, “Mouser experienced their 4th straight year of growth in 2024 with Bud so it is…

New PNB Series of ABS IP67 Products

New PNB Series of ABS IP67 Products

March 3, 2025 by Josiah Haas

Bud Industries has recently expanded its line of electronic enclosures with the introduction of the PNB Series IP67 Plastic Boxes with Knockouts. These enclosures are designed to provide reliable protection for electronic components in various industrial environments, offering a blend of durability, affordability, and user-friendly features. Key Features of the PNB Series: IP67 Protection: The PNB series enclosures are rated IP67, ensuring complete protection against dust ingress and safeguarding against water immersion up to 1 meter for 30 minutes. This…

How UL Tests Enclosures for NEMA 4X and NEMA 6 Ratings and Why it is Important for your Components

How UL Tests Enclosures for NEMA 4X and NEMA 6 Ratings and Why it is Important for your Components

January 9, 2025 by Josiah Haas

Bud Industries has a full offering of enclosures that meet UL certifications for NEMA 4x as well as NEMA 6 ratings. It is VERY important for a customer to understand what these certifications actually mean and why it is valuable to have these protections in place. Bud Industries takes safety very seriously and it is why we have many series of products that have UL certifications associated with them. By starting with a UL certified box it will be much…

Prime Manufacturers Representative added as Bud Sales Rep in New York/New Jersey Territory

December 18, 2024 by Josiah Haas

Prime Manufacturers Representative (PMR) has been added to the Bud Industries Sales Rep Network as our sales rep firm in the NY/NJ region starting December 1st, 2024. Their territory includes Northern New Jersey (ZIP Codes: 7000-7999 and 8800-8999) as well as the Metro New York (9000-11999) market. Bud Industries now has a full complement of 18 different Sales Rep Firms covering North America in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Lynn Viers, Bud Industries’ Regional Manager, stated, “We are excited…

Bud adds Jacobsen as Mid-Atlantic and Chesapeake Sales Reps

Bud adds Jacobsen as Mid-Atlantic and Chesapeake Sales Reps

July 3, 2024 by Josiah Haas

Bud Industries is excited to announce the addition of Jacobsen Associates as our sales rep firm in the Mid-Atlantic and Chesapeake regions. Their territory includes Eastern Pennsylvania (ZIP Codes: 16600-19699), Southern New Jersey, Delaware, Virginia, Maryland, and Washington D.C. The Jacobsen team led by Michael Jacobsen fills Bud’s sales territory that was previously open is headquartered in Horsham, PA. Michael leads an experienced group including John Jacobsen, Steven Andrews, Diane Jacobsen, Lisa Wullert, and Jim Starkey. Lynn Viers, Bud Industries’…

Greg Haas becomes 5th inductee into Bud Industries' Half-Century Club

Greg Haas becomes 5th inductee into Bud Industries' Half-Century Club

June 26, 2024 by Josiah Haas

Longevity of our employees is something that we at Bud Industries truly pride ourselves on. In our near 96-year history, Bud has had 110 employees who have accomplished at least twenty-five (25) years of service and have been honored by being added to our Quarter Century Club Plaque that is located on the walls of our Corporate Headquarters’ front lobby in Willoughby, OH. As we have mentioned in a prior blog, last year we created our Half-Century Club to honor…

Bud adds Synergistic Component Sales as Rep in New England

Bud adds Synergistic Component Sales as Rep in New England

November 1, 2023 by Josiah Haas

Bud Industries is excited to announce the addition of Synergistic Component Sales as our rep in the New England area. Their territory includes Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, Maine, Vermont, and Connecticut. Synergistic Component Sales fills Bud’s open sales territory that was previously covered by Logan Sales for over 30 years. Led by Jerry Cray and Doug Lewis, the firm has assembled a group of knowledgeable sales people including Bill Hiller and Dan Smith. Headquartered in Nashua, NH, Synergistic Component…

Fun with ChatGPT, enclosures, and the Boss

April 13, 2023 by Josiah Haas

Like many others we were playing around with ChatGPT and thought how fun it would be if we could have musical legend, Bruce Springsteen write a song about Bud Industries. In doing some initial research the Boss is not taking requests for topics and understandably the enclosure market may not be his first choice for a song on his next album. Cue ChatGPT to help us out. Here is ChatGPT’s version of a Bruce Springsteen style song about Bud Industries.…

Bud Industries Hires Temco Northwest

April 6, 2023 by Josiah Haas

Bud Industries, Inc. is excited to announce Temco Northwest as our Sales Representatives in the Pacific Northwest. Per contract starting on April 1st, they will act as our driving force for sales growth in Oregon, Washington, Western Montana, and Northern Idaho. Their synergistic line card and experienced team will allow us to expand our coverage while providing more resources for our customers in the US’ northwestern states. Lynn Viers, Regional Manager of Bud Industries, stated, “We are excited to have…

Bud Expands Crowley Associates' Sales Territory To Include NY/NJ & Mid-Atlantic States

October 20, 2022 by Josiah Haas

Bud Industries, Inc. is excited to announce the expansion of territory for Crowley Associates along the East Coast. Crowley Associates has recently purchased All-Tech Marketing allowing Bud to expand our sales coverage with additional people to support our customer base. Crowley Associates, who previously represented only Bud Industries in Upstate New York, will now have sales coverage in New Jersey, Eastern Pennsylvania, Delaware, District of Columbia, Maryland, Virginia and the rest of the state of New York. Their synergistic line…

Bud Industries Hires English Damco as Sales Rep in Mountain States

Bud Industries Hires English Damco as Sales Rep in Mountain States

July 21, 2022 by Josiah Haas

Bud Industries, Inc. is excited to announce the appointment of English Damco to represent our entire enclosure and accessory line in the Mountain States Region. English Damco brings over 17 years of history providing top rated customer service to the territory. Their synergistic line card and experienced team will allow us to expand our footprint in the Colorado, Utah, Wyoming, Western Nebraska, and Southern Idaho markets. Lynn Viers, Bud Industries Regional Manager for the territory, stated, “We are excited about…

Celebrating Blair's 50 Years of Leadership

Celebrating Blair's 50 Years of Leadership

June 17, 2022 by Josiah Haas

It seems today that people do not stay at companies as long as employees use to. Per the 2020 US Bureau of Labor Statistics report, the median number of years that full time workers had been with their current employer was only 4.1 years. When coworkers hit 30 years with one company it is something to truly treasure as their tribal knowledge and experience can be difficult to replicate. Bud Industries is lucky enough to have 7 individuals who are…

Choosing the Right Telecom Rack: The Critical Specifications to Consider

A practical guide to racks, cabinets, and telecom equipment rooms Telecom Racks Introduction Selecting the right telecom rack can make or break your network infrastructure project. With countless variables to consider—from environmental conditions to security requirements — engineers and IT professionals often find themselves overwhelmed by the options. The wrong choice can lead to equipment failures, security breaches, costly downtime and budget overruns. Whether you’re designing a distribution hub, outfitting a telecom closet, planning an equipment room or deploying gear…