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ASPHALT ANSWERS a story to tell you, like my grandfa- ther started this business by selling this brand of pavers, or rollers or we started by just fixing machines. Whatever the story is, it all relates back to their family and culture for the love of the asphalt business, it’s in their DNA. I know some deal- ership owners that love asphalt as much as you love your dog. This is local experience and expertise that you and your company can count on every day of your asphalt paver ownership. The commitment to a very high performance culture along with their industry, applica- tion and market knowledge is sec- ond to none. Asphalt dealerships are different in the way they support you, the cus- tomer, to be a winner in your mar- ket place. It’s not just the place you buy your asphalt paver from, it’s the life of that unit, they can help you finance your purchase, start up training on your new paver, help Local Dealer Support: The paving dealer in your area knows specifically what challenges you face day in and day out. you with other asphalt items need- ed for your success such as lutes, string line, tools, jumping jacks, tampers, safety vest, etc. the list can go on and on here. They’ll have a knowledgeable parts staff and a ful- ly stocked parts dept. They’ll have factory trained service techs with mobile service if needed. With the new technology in today’s world including but not limited to Tier 4F engines, diagnosis and repair are essential in keeping you up and running when it’s needed. Wait there’s more that your local asphalt dealership can offer, such as demos when looking at some- thing new. Rentals when you need an extra paver for that extra work you just picked up. Or the high quality used equipment for adding to your fleet during the year. Some offer yearly educational/training classes for you and your crew on paver maintenance, application, safety and markets. Most dealers are being proactive and offering cus- tomers uptime kits/maintenance kits, because time is money. Most dealerships will offer some type of a winter paver maintenance and or rebuild program or service. What they do have, is “Unmatched Local Asphalt Support” They’re in busi- ness for your success. The best way to keep in touch with your local asphalt dealership, is through your dealerships salesmen, right? Yes, but some even go a little extra here to keep the communica- tion open for you by offering mo- bile friendly web-sites, some even have dealership apps now. Most offer cook outs, fish fries, golf out- ings, open house events and holiday events all for their customers. These asphalt dealerships are ready for any condition you might face, they’re ready for your challenge. I hope that I’ve opened your eyes on the extra value and cost savings that your locally owned asphalt dealership can bring to you and your crew every day. They’re a busi- ness partner focused on you and your success. That’s what makes it a win, win. Bryce Davis is the Director of Sales at ST Engineering LeeBoy, Inc. You can contact him at [email protected]. For More Information On This Advertiser Please Visit www.CallAPE.com/e-inquiry 1.800.210.5923 [15] February 2020