DexKo Global Acquires The Expediter , LLC DexKo Global Inc . announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary Dexter Axle Company (“ Dexter ”) acquired The Expediter , LLC (“ The Expediter ”), located in West Palm Beach , Florida .
A premier source for wholesale trailer parts , braking systems , towing solutions , suspensions , and trailer electrical parts , The Expediter has been supplying dealers , wholesale and OEM customers with quality trailer parts since 1979 , with a particularly strong presence in Utility , Industrial , RV and Boat Trailer replacement parts .
Dexter , headquartered in Elkhart , Indiana , employs over 3,800 people in the U . S . and Canada and operates 18 manufacturing facilities and over 30 company-owned distribution locations . Founded in 1960 , Dexter has earned a reputation as a trusted brand serving the utility trailer , recreational vehicle , marine , heavy-duty , agricultural , and specialty equipment manufacturers and distribution partners . advancing its position as the industry ’ s leading trailer parts provider ,” said Eric Zimmer , American Trailer World ’ s President of Retail and Distribution . “ I ’ m thrilled with the addition of Wholesale Trailer Supply to our expanding distribution network and look forward to all we will achieve together .”
“ This is an excellent match , and we are excited with what our future holds . Our capabilities complement each other extraordinarily well and create a winning combination for customers , employees and all our stakeholders ,” said Karl Potter , President and CEO , Wholesale Trailer Supply .
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“ Adding The Expediter and their knowledgeable employees and valued customers will allow us to better serve our customers in the southeast ,” said Fred Bentley , CEO of DexKo Global .
“ Bringing The Expediter into the Dexter Distribution Group provides a strategic location in South Florida that will help to better serve our combined customers while also continuing to build on the success and growth of the business ,” added Adam Dexter , President and CEO of Dexter .
Sven Magnuson , Operations Manager of The Expediter , said , “ We are proud to combine the legacy of our own family business with that of Dexter ’ s . The Expediter has worked with Dexter Axle and its other companies for nearly 40 years . This partnership combines extensive experience and resources from both sides , that together will prove to serve our customers with the level of service and quality products they need to succeed .”
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ATW Acquires Wholesale Trailer Supply American Trailer World ( ATW ®) announced the acquisition of Wholesale Trailer Supply , a Sacramento , California-based trailer parts and accessories distributor .
ATW is one of North America ’ s leading manufacturers , distributors and retailers of professional and consumer grade trailers , truck equipment , parts and accessories . The addition of Wholesale Trailer Supply to ATW ’ s distribution portfolio further strengthens the services provided by its wholly owned subsidiary , TexTrail Trailer Parts ®, and reinforces ATW ’ s commitment to provide its customers with unparalleled products , unmatched expertise and service , and the most reliable delivery capability in the trailer parts industry . Founded in 1979 , Wholesale Trailer Supply is a leading provider of trailer parts , accessories , tires , wheels , and components , and has a strong presence in the west coast of the United States .
TecNiq Inc . Announces New Stop / Tail / Turn / Reverse Light TecNiq Inc . announced its new T42 Stop , Tail , Turn , Reverse light , a 4 ” round , grommet mount replacement , for any standard sized 4 ” round light .
The T42 features ( 12 ) Red LEDs and ( 4 ) White LEDs , which meet all FMVSS 108 requirements for wide and narrow vehicles . Available with Amp or Tri-Pole connectors , the T42 is designed to be a great looking light that provides work trucks , heavy-duty trailers , light-duty trailers , and more with a high quality , no hassle lamp . The T42 runs on a voltage range from 9-14V DC and allows customers to save time and money with a combination of functions built into one light . The T42 is IP68 rated and hermetically sealed to be dust and waterproof .
The T42 joins TecNiq ’ s industry-leading DOT lighting catalog and gives manufacturers of commercial vehicles another option for their existing customers . In addition , it offers a 100 % sealed light for any new customers utilizing these sized lights from TecNiq ’ s competitors .
“ The creation of the T42 is a great example of TecNiq ’ s ability to deliver what our customers need ,” said Kevin Shaffer , National Sales Manager at TecNiq . “ With current market conditions , more customers are leaning on TecNiq to help with sourcing challenges . The T42 was specifically created to help a customer continue to deliver vehicles . We constantly encourage our customers to bring forth new ideas and opportunities that we may be able to help with .
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“ Wholesale Trailer Supply is highly complementary to our existing TexTrail distribution portfolio , and through this acquisition , ATW is
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