Zip’s journey started in 1950 as an auto body shop. A major milestone was reached in Zip’s Truck Equipment Inc’s. history when it entered the towing industry. 1979 saw the setting up of AW Direct, a group company. The business was acquired by the Rottinghaus family in 1986. They started operations from a new location in Michigan in 2012. 2018 was a landmark year when Zip’s acquired AW Direct.
Not just truck and equipment, Zip’s Truck Equipment Inc. has a division selling apparel for industrial safety as well as casual wear. They offer a wide range of products from towing straps and chains to clearance products.
What They Do
Zip’s Truck Equipment Inc. is involved in the sale and finance of automotive towing equipment, industrial trailers, and various equipment related to trucking. The Zip’s owned AW Direct offers a large 95,000 sq.ft. a facility that includes a warehouse, shop area, sales offices, a large enclosed blast room, a retail parts department, four environmentally approved downdraft paint room, and more. Their branch in Taylor, Michigan offers a complete range of parts and accessories. They also offer truck body installation services.
Services:
- Parts
- industrial & car carriers
- multi-car haulers
- Repair Parts
- Custom Tow Trucks
Products:
- Towing Straps & Chains
- Cargo Control
- Ratchets & Hardware
- Rigging & Recovery Supply
- Truck Chassis Accessories
- Winch Lines & Hardware
- Towing Accessories
- Lockout Tools
- Tow Lights
- Emergency & Warning Lighting
Annual Revenue
Last known yearly revenue of Zip’s Truck Equipment Inc. was $27 Million
Revenue Comparision
- 1st Source Servall: $33 Million
- PURPOSE WRECKER SALES: $10 Million
- Intercon Truck Equipment Inc: $6 Million
- Equiparts Corp: $13 Million
- J&J Truck Equipment: $7 Million
How to apply for a job?
As per the requirement and vacancy, the Zip’s Truck Equipment invite the candidate for an interview to fill up different posts. You may visit https://zips.com/careers to find the latest jobs in the trucking industry.
Vacancies in below posts:
- Truck Mechanic
- Part Time Driver
- Towing Equipment Body Installer
Zip’s Truck Equipment Inc. Quick Overview
Headquarter: | 316 West Milwaukee Street New Hampton, IA 50659 United States |
Opening Year: | 1950 |
President: | Paul Rottinghaus |
Director: | Adam Bauer |
General Manager: | John Kuhn |
Total Employee: | 200 to 500 |
Company type: | Transportation/Trucking/Railroad |
Phone: | +1-800-222-6047 |
Fax: | +1-641-394-4044 |
Email: | zips@zips.com |
Website: | https://zips.com/ |
Facebook: | https://www.facebook.com/ZipsTruckEquipment/ |
https://www.linkedin.com/company/zip’s-truck-equipment/about/ |
Conclusion
Zip’s Truck Equipment Inc. has been in the trucking industry for 70 years now. They have successfully established themselves as a reliable company offering truck equipment of a wide range.
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