Quanex appoints Chad Collins as president of hardware solutions

Quanex (NX) Building Products announced the appointment of Chad Collins to President, Hardware Solutions. Collins succeeds Bob Daniels, who will retire at the end of 2026 after more than 35 years with the organization. Collins’ background includes leadership roles at OTC Industrial Technologies, Haydon Corporation, Myers Industries, Parker Hannifin and Philips Healthcare. In his new role, Collins will lead the strategic and operational direction of Quanex Hardware Solutions with a focus on growth, innovation and delivering long-term value for customers and shareholders. Daniels will support Collins’s leadership transition through the end of May 2026 and will remain engaged with the business throughout the year.