Riekes Equipment Acquires Voltage Systems
GRAND ISLAND, NE (03/13/2023) – Riekes Equipment, a warehouse solution and material handling equipment provider has completed the acquisition of Voltage Systems, a privately held battery sales and service company with offices in Grand Island and Aurora, Nebraska.
“We believe this purchase is the perfect next step in our motive power growth strategy, said Jim Crawford, Riekes Area Business Development Manager. “We have worked closely with Voltage System for years and this partnership will not only make an investment in our Grand Island and Lincoln operations, but also brings deeper battery expertise in-house to provide a full-service battery repair center to our western Nebraska customers.”
“For years we have been a leader in servicing batteries and believe this acquisition is a positive development for our existing customers because of the wide scope of products and service Riekes provides, ” said Gary Luther of Voltage Systems. “Riekes has an exceptionally qualified team, so the next step is creating a seamless transition for our customers.”
The union with Voltage Systems is expected to expand their service offering and drive overall earnings growth potential for Riekes Equipment.
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RIEKES EQUIPMENT COMPANY– Founded in 1936, Riekes Equipment is an industry leader in material handling and warehouse solutions. Riekes offers warehouse solutions including automation, forklifts, racking, hoist and crane products and fleet management services, as well as parts and service for all brands of lift equipment, aerial lifts, docks and other warehouse equipment. Riekes plays an important role in finding effective solutions for warehouses, service departments and distribution centers. Riekes is authorized Yale forklift dealer headquartered in Omaha, NE with locations throughout the Midwest. Our mission is to provide innovative solutions and unrivaled service.
VOLTAGE SYSTEMS- Founded in 2000, Voltage Systems specializes in the sales, service and installation of industrial batteries for electric forklifts, materials handling and chargers as well as battery banks for telecommunications and UPS battery backups. They are an authorized reseller of Stanbury, Eaton Power Quality Equipment and Crown batteries.
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