STA-Rite Industries, Delavan, Wis., has named Rick Sauvageau as the new western regional sales manager for its Water Systems Group. Having joined the company as district sales manager in 1991, Sauvageau has held management positions in both sales and marketing for Sta-Rite’s pool/spa business.

Sauvageau and his wife, Jeanette, live in Rocklin, Calif.