Volvo Rents Franchise News

January 13, 2012 // Franchising.com // SHIPPENSBURG, Pa. – Volvo Rents announces the acquisition of SoCal Rental Equip Rent, a single location construction equipment rental company in Glendora, CA.
This is part of the company’s continuing acquisition process over the last 12 months, lifting its North American total to more than 80 stores. The new Glendora, Calif. Volvo Rents location is the 6th for the company in the state.
The new location will enhance the business’ presence in the Los Angeles/Southern California market alongside the already established Bakersfield and Temecula Volvo Rents locations.
“Buying construction equipment requires tremendous capital outlay. A company might buy a piece of equipment for $50,000, but only need it for three months out of the year...

Worldwide provider of construction equipment opens local store;Looks to capitalize on projected growth of construction spending.
January 11, 2012 // Franchising.com // SHIPPENSBURG, Penn. – Anchored by an increase in local construction spending that is projected to total more than $25 billion between 2012 and 2016 in the Boston market, Volvo Rents is looking to grab a bigger piece of the construction equipment rental pie that is currently up for grabs in Braintree, Mass.
A worldwide provider of small-to-medium sized construction equipment, Volvo Rents recently opened a new company-owned rental center at 002 Wood Road in Braintree.
“Our commitment to an outstanding level of customer service allows us to build relationships with our customers...

SHIPPENSBURG, Pa. – In 2011, Volvo Rents expanded its presence nationally, acquiring more than 50 companies in the United States, as well as internationally, as the brand acquired six new locations in Canada. The brand recently continued its international expansion with its most recent acquisition of Casco Rentals, a division of Casco, Inc. and Encar Rentals, Inc. in Puerto Rico.
The new locations are in Toa Baja and Lajas, Puerto Rico, making them the first Volvo Rents stores in the country.
“Not only in the U.S., but on a global level there is an undergoing and unprecedented shift from buying equipment to renting,” said Mike Crouch, Vice President of Business Development for Volvo Rents, noting that construction equipment rental revenue grows an average of seven percent annually...

December 30, 2011 // Franchising.com // SHIPPENSBURG, Pa. – Over the course of the eight year long wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, the United States sent more than two million Americans overseas to serve at some point. Of those who had served this country, more than 45,000 veterans have returned home with injuries sustained during combat.
With this staggering statistic in mind, Volvo Construction Equipment Rents, Inc. (Volvo Rents), a worldwide provider of small-to-medium sized construction equipment, is partnering with Homes for Our Troops in 2012 for the second straight year.
Through its partnership, Volvo Rents will assist by donating construction equipment for the building of specially adapted homes for injured service members so they can return to a home that affords them independence and freedom...

December 13, 2011 // Franchising.com // SHIPPENSBURG, Pa. – Volvo Rents announces the acquisition of Midwest Aerials and Equipment, Inc., a four-location construction equipment rental company with stores in St. Louis, Kansas City and Springfield, Mo. as well as one location in Bloomington, Ill.
This is the latest move as part of the company’s recent surge of more than 50 acquisitions in the last 12 months, lifting its North American total to more than 80 stores. The new Bloomington, Ill. Volvo Rents location is the first for the company in the state of Illinois, while the Missouri locations will enhance the business’ presence in the state alongside the already established Springfield and Hollister, Mo. locations.
“Buying construction equipment requires tremendous capital outlay...

December 08, 2011 // Franchising.com // SHIPPENSBURG, Pa. – Volvo Rents announces the acquisition of Richardson Equipment Company, LLC (R-Quip Equipment Rentals), a two-location construction equipment rental company based in Kansas, with stores in Wichita and Pittsburg.
This is the latest move as part of the company’s recent surge of more than 50 acquisitions in the last 12 months, lifting its North American total to more than 88 stores. The new Wichita and Pittsburg Volvo Rents locations are the first for the company in the state of Kansas.
“We believe there is tremendous opportunity in the market, and specifically in the state of Kansas,” said Mike Crouch, Vice President of Business Development for Volvo Rents...

November 21, 2011 // Franchising.com // Asheville, NC – Volvo Rents, a worldwide provider of small-to-medium sized construction equipment, announces the appointment of Matt Tavianini as Vice President of Sales & Marketing.
Tavianini, an 18-year veteran of the rental industry, will be responsible for implementing formal programs, systems and processes to align and integrate the company’s sales and marketing functions.
“This was an easy decision, the right decision, as we implement a purposeful plan to take our business to the next level,” said Barry Natwick, President of Volvo Rents, noting the company’s new strategic course to not only operate a franchise network of rental stores, but also manage and grow a network of company-owned stores...

Volvo Rents acquires SCS Equipment, Inc.
Looks to capitalize on projected construction recovery
November 02, 2011 // Franchising.com // Asheville, NC – Volvo Rents announces the acquisition of SCS Equipment, Inc., a two location equipment rental company based in Texas, with stores in Wichita Falls and Dallas. The centers are located at 607 East Scott Avenue and 2430 Glenda Lane, respectively.
The acquisition comes at a time when Volvo Rents is embarking on a new course, where it will not only operate a franchise network of rental stores, but also manage and grow a network of company-owned stores.
Volvo Rents now operates 11 rental centers in Texas. The other stores are located in Arlington, Buda, College Station, Houston (2), McKinney, Pharr, Pflugerville and Seabrook...

Provider of small-to-medium sized construction equipment acquires Papé Rents; Looks to capitalize on projected growth of local construction spending
October 20, 2011 // Franchising.com // Asheville, NC – Volvo Rents announces the acquisition of Papé Rents, a single location construction equipment rental company located at 3820 E. Winslow Avenue in Phoenix, Arizona.
Anchored by an increase in local construction spending that is projected to total more than $44 billion in the Phoenix-Mesa-Glendale marketplace between 2012 and 2016, Volvo Rents is looking to grab a bigger piece of the construction equipment rental pie that is currently up for grabs in the region. To capitalize on the economic upturn, Volvo Rents is embarking on a new course -- growing a network of company-owned stores...

Provider of small-to-medium sized construction equipment acquires Equipment Rental Services, LLC; Looks to capitalize on projected growth of local construction spending
October 10, 2011 // Franchising.com // Asheville, NC – Volvo Rents announces the acquisition of Equipment Rental Services, LLC, a single location construction equipment rental company based in Burgettstown, PA.  Previously co-owned by Alex & Tim Paris with Andy Miller, the center is located at 108 Starpointe Blvd. in Burgettstown, PA.
Anchored by an increase in local construction spending that is projected to total more than $12 billion in the Pittsburgh marketplace between 2012 and 2016, Volvo Rents is looking to grab a bigger piece of the construction equipment rental pie that is currently up for grabs in Western Pennsylvania...

The new Volvo PL3005D joins the Volvo Construction Equipment line of revolutionary pipelayers. The excavator-based design allows for 360-degree performance, versatility and transportability over traditional pipelayers with a side boom.
The patented design of the Volvo PL3005D pipelayer represents a major technological advancement when compared to traditional sideboom dozer based pipelayers. With its excavator-based configuration, the machine offers a 360-degree swing with full lifting performance and functionality at all radius positions — a solution unattainable with conventional sideboom pipelayers.
To increase productivity, the Volvo PL3005D allows for smooth, precise, and efficient load positioning anywhere around the machine, just like an excavator...

President and chief executive of Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE), Pat Olney has told a gathering of journalists of the strategic importance of the North American market.
(September 22, 2011) - Speaking at a media briefing for Americas-based trade press journalists, Volvo CE's president and chief executive Pat Olney outlined the progress on the company's investment plans for North America. He also stated that Volvo has taken the lead in introducing environmentally friendly Tier 4 interim compliant products in North America, with the successful launch of new generations of machines affected by the legislation.
The briefing was held on Thursday 22nd September at Volvo CE's Shippensburg, PA, production facility, which will also become the headquarters of the company's newly formed Americas sales and marketing region...

Worldwide provider of construction equipment opens local store; Looks to capitalize on projected growth of construction spending
September 26, 2011 // Franchising.com // Asheville, NC – Anchored by an increase in local construction spending that is projected to total more than $6.2 billion between 2012 and 2016, Volvo Rents is looking to grab a bigger piece of the construction equipment rental pie that is currently up for grabs in Dayton.
A worldwide provider of small-to-medium sized construction equipment, Volvo Rents recently opened a new company-owned rental center at 1500 Kuntz Road in Dayton.
"Despite the weakened economy, the construction equipment rental industry is projected to be one of the fastest growing industries in North America, as more people are choosing to rent rather than commit to capital expenditures," said Larry Kirkpatrick, division manager of the new store...

Provider of small-to-medium sized construction equipment acquires Gulf South Machinery of Mississippi; Looks to capitalize on projected growth of local construction spending
Asheville, NC – Volvo Rents announces the acquisition of Gulf South Machinery of Mississippi, a two location construction equipment rental company with stores in Hattiesburg and Gulfport.
The centers are located at 45 Blackwell Boulevard and 14411 Creosote Drive, respectively.
Anchored by an increase in local construction spending that is projected to total more than $1.5 billion in Hattiesburg and nearly $3 billion in Gulfport between 2012 and 2016, Volvo Rents is looking to grab a bigger piece of the construction equipment rental pie that is currently up for grabs in various parts of Mississippi...

September 01, 2011 // Franchising.com // Asheville, NC – To support its rapid growth, Volvo Rents, a worldwide provider of small-to-medium sized construction equipment, announces the opening of a West Region Office and appointment of a new management team.

Tim Herzog, a 24-year veteran of the rental industry who joined Volvo Rents in 2003, will serve as Western Region Vice President and oversee the western United States, as well as the western provinces of Canada.

“This is a pivotal time, as Volvo Rents continues to embark on a significant expansion initiative throughout the region,” said Herzog. “The new management team looks forward to further facilitating Volvo Rents’ growth and helping to expand the company’s network of company- and franchise-owned stores...

August 25, 2011 // Franchising.com // Asheville, NC - To support its rapid growth, Volvo Rents, a worldwide provider of small-to-medium sized construction equipment, announces the opening of a Central Region Office and appointment of a new management team.

Bruce Slaughter, a 27-year veteran of the rental industry who joined Volvo Rents in 2006 as a District Manager, will serve as Central Region Vice President and oversee the central United States.

"This is a pivotal time in the market, with great opportunities for Volvo Rents' further growth," said Slaughter. "The new management team adds further depth and breadth of experience as we intensify our push to capitalize on the economic upturn and expand upon our already strong network of company- and franchise-owned stores...

Provider of small-to-medium sized construction equipment acquires WED, LLC; Looks to capitalize on projected growth of local construction spending August 19, 2011 // Franchising.com // Asheville, NC – Volvo Rents announces the acquisition of WED, LLC, a single location construction equipment rental company based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Previously co-owned by Volvo Rents franchisees David Evans, Max Weldon and David Darby, the center is located at 8003 S. Eastern Avenue in Oklahoma City.

Anchored by an increase in local construction spending that is projected to total more than $14.5 billion between 2012 and 2016, Volvo Rents is looking to grab a bigger piece of the construction equipment rental pie that is currently up for grabs in Oklahoma City...

Volvo Rents acquires Casco Rents; Looks to capitalize on projected construction recovery August 12, 2011 // Franchising.com // Asheville, NC – Volvo Rents announces the acquisition of Casco Rents, a three location equipment rental company based in Florida, with stores in Tampa, Port St. Lucie and Pompano Beach.

The acquisition comes at a time when Volvo Rents is embarking on a new course, where it will not only operate a franchise network of rental stores, but also manage and grow a network of company-owned stores.

Volvo Rents now operates four rental centers in Florida. The other store is located in Orlando.

Volvo Rents' continued expansion throughout Florida comes on the heels of a new forecast by economists at IHS Global Insight that positions Florida as a leader in a nationwide construction recovery...

August 05, 2011 // Franchising.com // Asheville, NC – To support its rapid growth, Volvo Rents, a worldwide provider of small-to-medium sized construction equipment, announces the opening of an East Region Office and appointment of a new management team.

Russ Parisi, an 18-year veteran of the rental industry who joined Volvo Rents in 2003, will serve as Eastern Region Vice President and oversee the eastern United States, as well as the eastern provinces of Canada.

"This is a pivotal time in the market, with great opportunities for Volvo Rents' further growth," said Parisi. "The new office and management team adds further depth and breadth of experience as we intensify our push to capitalize on the economic upturn and expand upon our already strong network of company- and franchise-owned stores...

Provider of small-to-medium sized construction equipment acquires Valley Rental Centers; Looks to capitalize on projected growth of local construction spending July 27, 2011 // Franchising.com // Asheville, NC – Volvo Rents announces the acquisition of Valley Rental Centers, a two location construction equipment rental company based in Merced and Modesto, California.

Previously co-owned by Volvo Rents franchisees Helder Garcia and Brian Silveria., the centers are located at 101 S. Hwy 59 in Merced and 4600 Salida Blvd. in Salida.

Anchored by an increase in local construction spending that is projected to total nearly $5.2 billion between 2012 and 2016, Volvo Rents is looking to grab a bigger piece of the construction equipment rental pie that is currently up for grabs in Merced and Modesto...