EDCO’s new distributor network

Premium Content

25 February 2019

EDCO (Equipment Development Company) has announced that it has a new distributor network for independent rental in the US.

EDCO logo

Since the family-run business started manufacturing equipment for surface preparation in 1958, it has been shipping from a single location in Frederick, Maryland, and selling directly to rental customers.

In its move away from direct selling to distribution, EDCO has partnered with three distributors – MidStates Distribution, Big Eight Supply & Tool, and MTA Distributors – who all have experience with the company’s products. This has been done in recognition of the fact that, “independent rental customers have been the backbone of EDCO’s success,” according to Jason Stanczyk, Vice President of Operations at EDCO.

The benefits of the new structure were said to include enhanced logistics, lower shipping costs, and a greater ability to provide customer service and technical advice.

EDCO distribution network

Map showing the US states that will be covered by each distributor

The three distributors will bring EDCO’s machines and accessories closer to rental companies. Midstates will hold stock in both Chicago and Minnesota, while Big Eight Supply &Tool will have EDCO equipment in Dallas, and MTA will have stock in Nashville.

By partnering with the staff of these three distributors, EDCO intends to better provide a growing US rental industry with customer service and technical advice, giving customers access to distributor assistance in their time zone.

It was said that EDCO’s pricing structure will remain unchanged.

The changing role of compact excavators on modern jobsites
As urban construction becomes more restricted and operator expectations rise, compact excavators are taking on a more strategic role across contractor fleets
Bobcat innovation leader to speak at industry electrification webinar
Joel Honeyman will discuss the practical realities of bringing electrification into off-highway equipment, at February 17 event
From scale to flexibility: Inside the development of Zoomlion’s Smart Factory
Mr Shi Heng, assistant to the general manager of Zoomlion Zvally Co Ltd, on the future of heavy equipment manufacturing