Hughes Heavy Equipment joins McNeilus dealer network

Oshkosh, Minnesota-based McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing Inc. has announced the addition of Hughes Heavy Equipment, Springfield, Oregon, to its growing network of exclusive dealers. Hughes Heavy Equipment will now provide sales, parts distribution and service for McNeilus refuse and recycling products across Alaska, Hawaii, Colorado, Wyoming, Montana, Idaho, Oregon and Washington.

With expertise in the sale and service of emergency response vehicles through its affiliate Hughes Fire Equipment, Hughes Heavy Equipment brings over 35 years of experience and a strong commitment to customer safety and satisfaction, McNeilus says. The partnership with McNeilus allows Hughes Heavy Equipment to offer an expanded range of vehicles and service and support to operators throughout its territory.

“We are thrilled to become a McNeilus dealer and introduce Hughes Heavy Equipment into the market,” says Rex Hughes, owner of Hughes Heavy Equipment. “This partnership enables us to provide top-tier sales and service to our customers across the territory, ensuring they have access to the highest-quality equipment and support.”

As the authorized dealer for a broad range of emergency response and heavy-duty vehicles, Hughes represents brands including Pierce Manufacturing, Frontline Communications, BME Fire Trucks, Oshkosh Airport Products, Skeeter Emergency Vehicles and more.

Mike Duyck, CEO of Hughes Heavy Equipment, says, “Our team is dedicated to delivering exceptional value and building long-lasting relationships with our customers. With our roots in Hughes Fire Equipment and over 35 years of experience, we’ve built a framework that has proven successful in prioritizing customer safety and needs. We look forward to enhancing our offerings and exceeding customer expectations with the superior products and services we can now provide as a McNeilus Dealer.”

The companies say the collaboration will ensure refuse and recycling vehicle operators in the Western U.S. will benefit from increased access to parts, service and the latest technological advancements in refuse and recycling collection vehicles.

“Hughes Heavy Equipment has a proven record of providing exceptional service and support across their extensive portfolio,” says Lee Dreas, vice president and general manager of McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing. “Their dedication to collaborating with customers throughout the life of a vehicle aligns perfectly with our commitment to providing top-tier support and products. We are excited about the value this relationship will bring to our customers across the Western U.S.”