AriensCo has purchased Thomas Equipment from A-L Parts Inc.
As a result, Ariens will now be able to offer a four-season product line under the Gravely brand to reach into the rental and construction markets, according to a report in The Brillion (Wisconsin) News.
Thomas Equipment has been a manufacturer of outdoor equipment for 79 years based in Beechwood, New Brunswick, Canada. In 1969, the company introduced the world’s first hydrostatic drive skid loader. Thomas Equipment was purchased by A-L Parts in 2013.
Ariens is partnering with Al Downy and Leon Butterfield, owners of A-L Parts, to launch the production of the Gravely branded mini skid steer line in its Canadian facility.
“We think this is a perfect extension of our Gravely product line,” said Dan Ariens, chairman and CEO of Ariens. “This multi-tool piece of equipment is great for hardscape work with accessories like a tree auger, stump grinder, pallet forks, etc. It’s a big tool but is small and compact so it can fit through a gate and can be hauled on a trailer with other mowers. We think it will be a great offering for commercial landscapers.”
Ariens is providing management support for the production ramp.
Five Gravely branded mini skid loaders (3 diesel and 2 gas-powered models) are planned for this fall.
Source: The Brillion News
