Counting down the days until Waste Expo 2024 Be sure to swing by booth #2153 and chat with us! We’ll have not one, but two trucks on display - the CP-3 and our NEW AL-2. Questions? Now’s the perfect time. Plus, get some merch while you’re...
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Casey Hardee Presented with Suppliers Member of the Year
National Waste & Recycling Association presented Petersen Industries CEO Casey Hardee with Suppliers Member of the Year. On track to record sales, emphasizing the future of Petersen Industries growth. Congratulations Casey. ...
City of Oxnard Demo with Source-mme
Good Morning Nacho and Jose, Thank you both for your time this week and allowing us to come out and demonstrate the versatility of the Petersen Lighting loader with the City of Oxnard. Below are a few action shots from the (2) days of...
Petersen Industries releases new non-CDL Lightning Loader – The all new TL-2 Lightning Loader®️
The TL-2 Trash Truck Grapple Loader is our non-CDL & cost efficient unit. A single operator can load, haul, and dump trash with this unit. All while remaining under 26,000 lbs. GVW. 16 ft. boom reach Lifts 2,650 lbs. when fully extended at ...
MSW Management March/April 2020
MSW Management March/April 2020 Petersen Industries, Inc. The move away from hand loading bulky waste. MSW Management March/April 2020 ...
Why A Grapple Truck for Bulky Waste?
Every community produces some form of bulky waste. Depending on the type of waste that's accumulated, specialized equipment and handling is needed to recover every last bit. Like a thief in the night, the waste is collected from the streets...
Which Lightning Loader® model is right for my trash collection?
When you're looking to replenish your fleet of trash trucks, you need to make sure that you have the best Lightning Loader® model for trash collection. Nothing says quality, experience, and expertise like Petersen and our line of grapple trucks,...
Petersen Industries announces Amick Equipment as their 2017 Dealer of the Year
Company owners, Casey Hardee and Sam Petersen, presented Amick Equipment, Regional Sales Managers with a personalized trophy and an Authorized Dealer Petersen Industries' logo sign at the recent Waste Expo in Las Vegas, Nevada. "Amick Equipment ...
Join us at our upcoming Tradeshows
We will be at the Florida APWA Expo in Jacksonville, Florida April 17th-19th. Come to see us on Wednesday, the 18th at the equipment Rodeo where you can test your skills on our Route Assistant® unit. We will have a TL3 for you to view and ask us ...
Using Grapple Trucks as Part of Your Collection System
"Grapple trucks compliment refuse fleets by making your organization a one-stop-shop for all refuse collection. It makes a multi-person job, a one-person task. With that comes safety and efficiency-something all operations seek." -Sam...
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Check out our new job opportunities
We are continuing to grow & new job opportunities are available. We are hiring for the following positions: • CNC Machine Operator • Fitter/Welder • Plasma Table Operator • Truck Equipment Installer • ...
Petersen Industries, Inc. awards River City Hydraulics as Dealer of the Year for 2016
Lake Wales, Florida, June 2, 2017- Petersen Industries, Inc., the waste and recycling industry’s leading knuckleboom manufacturer, recently honored River City Hydraulics as their 2016 Dealer of the Year. Petersen gives this prestigious award...
Join us at Waste Expo 2017 in New Orleans in May
Let the Good Times Roll! Waste Expo 2017 will be in the culture rich city of New Orleans. Come see the Petersen Industries crew and our legendary units along with exhibits from others in the waste industry. This year it will be held at the...
Petersen Industries, Inc. announces Kinloch Equipment & Supply, Inc. as a new Dealer
Lake Wales, Florida, November 21, 2016- Petersen Industries, Inc., manufacturer of grapple trucks and bulky waste collection systems, is proud to announce that Kinloch Equipment & Supply, Inc. is now the sole and exclusive dealer for the ...
Petersen Industries, Inc. announces Sanitary Equipment Company, Inc. as a new Dealer
Lake Wales, Florida, October 18, 2016- Petersen Industries, Inc., manufacturer of grapple trucks and bulky waste collection systems, is proud to announce that Sanitary Equipment Company, Inc. is now the sole and exclusive dealer for all of...
Petersen Industries, Inc. introduces two new models, the Route Assistant™ and the Atlas Lightning Loader.
Lake Wales, Florida, August 9, 2016- Petersen Industries, Inc., the waste and recycling industry’s leading knuckleboom truck manufacturer, is proud to announce two new models which they debuted at Waste Expo in June this year, the Route...
Petersen Industries announces Environmental Products of Georgia as a new dealer
Petersen Industries, Inc. announces Environmental Products of Georgia as a new Dealer Lake Wales, Florida, August 8, 2016- Petersen Industries, Inc., manufacturer of grapple trucks and bulky waste collection systems, is proud to announce that...
Petersen Industries, Inc. awards Heil of Texas as Dealer of the Year for 2015
Lake Wales, Florida, June 7, 2016- Heil of Texas was recognized as Dealer of the Year for 2015 by Petersen Industries, Inc., the waste and recycling industry’s leading knuckleboom manufacturer. The dealer who sells the most Lightning Loader®...
Join us at Waste Expo 2016 in exciting Las Vegas
Waste Expo 2016 is in the exciting town of Las Vegas. We will be there in booth # 2507. Be sure to come see us the Petersen Industries crew as we will be revealing our two newest units. You do not want to miss seeing our new units. We are very...
Petersen Industries announces Eagle Truck Equipment as a new Dealer
Lake Wales, Florida, March 30, 2016- Petersen Industries, Inc., manufacturer of grapple trucks and bulky waste collection systems, is expanding their dealer network with the recent addition of Eagle Truck Equipment in Pennsylvania. Their territory...
Come see one of our Lightning Loaders® at the NTEA Work Truck Show March 1-4, 2016
Come to see one of our trucks in Rush Truck Centers' booth # 241 at the NTEA Work Truck Show in Indianapolis, IN next week (March 1-4, 2016). This is the first time for Petersen Industries to have Lightning Loader® at this Indianapolis truck show....
Hard work has its rewards!
A hunting trip to celebrate River City Hydraulics' win as our 2014 Dealer of the Year. Left to right: Jamie McCoy, Mike Long, Sam Petersen, Roger Williams, Pat Sullins...
Petersen Industries announces Virginia Public Works Equipment (VPWE) as a new dealer
Lake Wales, Florida, January 27, 2016- Petersen Industries, Inc., manufacturer of grapple trucks and bulky waste collection systems, is proud to announce the addition of Virginia Public Works Equipment (VPWE) to their expanding dealer network. They...
Giving Back
[caption id="attachment_1309" align="alignnone" width="300"] NW&RA - Future Industry Leaders Association's bike build donation for the local Boys & Girls Club of America of Greater Scottsdale during the team building challenged. Pictured:...
Petersen Industries awards River City Hydraulics as Dealer of the Year for 2014
Lake Wales, Florida, September 14, 2015- Petersen Industries, Inc., the waste and recycling industry’s leading knuckleboom manufacturer, recently honored River City Hydraulics as their 2014 Dealer of the Year. Petersen gives this...
Petersen Industries announces Saunders Equipment Ltd. as a new Dealer in Canada
Lake Wales, Florida, July 20, 2015- Petersen Industries, Inc., manufacturer of grapple trucks and bulky waste collection systems, is proud to announce the addition of Saunders Equipment Ltd. to their expanding dealer network. Effective...
Countdown to WasteCon 2015 – Join us there!
WasteCon 2015 is rapidly approaching and will be held 45 minutes up the road from our facilities in sunny Florida. Come see the Petersen Industries crew along with one of our legendary units. This year it will be held at the beautiful and relaxing ...
Waste Expo 2015 is just around the corner! Join us there!
Viva Las Vegas! Waste Expo 2015 will be in the fabulous and exciting city of Las Vegas! Come see the Petersen Industries crew and our legendary units along with exhibits from others in the waste industry. This year it will be held at the Las...
Petersen Industries, Inc. announces TransPro Equipment Sales, LLC as the exclusive dealer for the entire state of Georgia
Lake Wales, Florida, March 13, 2015 - Petersen Industries, Inc., manufacturer of grapple trucks and bulky waste collection systems, is proud to announce that TransPro Equipment Sales is now the sole and exclusive dealer for the entire state of...
PETERSEN INDUSTRIES, INC. AWARDED THE CARL F. DURSO EXCELLENCE IN BUSINESS AWARD
Lake Wales, Florida, September 19, 2014 - Petersen Industries, Inc. was honored as the recipient of The 2014 Carl F. Durso Excellence in Business Award presented by the Lake Wales Area Chamber of Commerce & Economic Development Council. The...
Petersen Industries, Inc. awards Heil of Texas as Dealer of the Year for 2013
Lake Wales, Florida, May 28, 2014- Petersen Industries, Inc., the waste and recycling industry’s leading knuckleboom manufacturer, recently honored Heil of Texas as their 2013 Dealer of the Year. Petersen gives this prestigious award to the dealer ...
Fleet Management Expo 2014
Come join us at the Fleet Management Expo 2014 in June 23-25th, in the Racing Capital of the World - Indianapolis, Indiana. This expo provides attendees with a great opportunity to network with fleet owners and managers of public and private sectors ...
Waste Expo 2014
Waste Expo 2014 is just around the corner and you do not want to miss this exciting event. Come see the latest and greatest innovations exhibited by us and other leaders within the waste industry at Waste Expo. This year it will be held in downtown...
Petersen Industries, Inc. awarded 2nd NJPA Contract
Lake Wales, Florida, August 20, 2013- Petersen Industries, Inc., the waste and recycling industry’s leading knuckleboom manufacturer, was awarded an NJPA (National Joint Powers Association) national contract # 070313-PII for procurement of...
Petersen Industries, Inc., joins Hardox In My Body Program
Lake Wales, Florida, July 31, 2013 - Petersen Industries, Inc., the waste and recycling industry’s leading knuckleboom manufacturer, had an official signing ceremony today to join the Hardox® In My Body Program. The program – which allows...
Heil of Texas Named 2012 Dealer of the Year
Lake Wales, Florida, June 18, 2013- Petersen Industries, Inc., the nation’s leading knuckle boom manufacturer for the waste and recycling industry, recently recognized Heil of Texas as the recipient of the 2012 Dealer of the Year award. This...
In the Press
Roanoke Solid Waste Crews Continue to Clear Debris - July 2012 After recent heavy storms, the City of Roanoke, VA uses Petersen equipment to clear debris and get routine waste collection back on schedule. Check out the video to see Roanoke's...
Dealer of the Year 2011
Congratulations to Best Equipment for ending 2011 with the top sales record, earning them the title of Petersen's 2011 Dealer of the Year! (more…)...
Petersen Industries, Inc. Acquired by Casey Hardee and Sam Petersen
Owners Nancy Rathbun, representing the Petersen family interest and Lee Rathbun, a co-owner, announce that effective Tuesday, February 28, 2012 Petersen Industries, Inc. was acquired via a full stock purchase by Casey Hardee and Sam Petersen. ...
Petersen Signs GranTurk Equipment as New Dealer
Petersen Industries, Inc., manufacturer of grapple trucks and bulky waste collection systems, announces the addition of the new dealer GranTurk Equipment Company, Inc. to their nationwide dealer network. (more…)...
Petersen Industries, Inc. Awarded Patent on Innovative Crab Attachment
Petersen Industries, Inc., manufacturer of grapple trucks and bulky waste collection systems, announces the issuance of U.S. Patent #8,079,799 B2 for the apparatus and method for lifting containers, an attachment known to Petersen as the...
Petersen Introduces New & Improved Crab Attachment
Petersen Industries, Inc., a manufacturer of grapple trucks and bulky waste collection systems, introduces the new & improved "Crab" Attachment. It enhances the capabilities and features of Petersen’s prior design. (more…)...
Petersen signs Northern Truck Equipment Corp. as New Dealer
Petersen Industries, Inc., manufacturer of grapple trucks and bulky waste collection systems, announces the addition of Northern Truck Equipment Corporation Local Dealer to their nationwide network. (more…)...
Mid-Iowa Solid Waste Equipment Company Joins Petersen’s Dealer Network
Petersen Industries, Inc., manufacturer of grapple trucks and bulky waste collection systems, announces the addition of Mid-Iowa Solid Waste Equipment Company to their nationwide dealer network. (more…)...
Petersen Industries, Inc. Signs Ameri-Tech as New Dealer
Petersen Industries, Inc., manufacturer of grapple trucks and bulky waste collection systems, is proud to announce the addition of Ameri-Tech Equipment Company to their expanding dealer network. (more…)...
Petersen Receives Recognition for Involvement in Tornado Relief Efforts
The City of Guntersville, Alabama is currently using a TL3 Lightning Loader® to clear storm debris from tornadoes that devastated multiple southeastern cities on April 27th. ...
Petersen Industries, Inc. Hires New Mechanical Engineer
Petersen Industries, Inc., manufacturer of grapple trucks and bulky waste collection systems, selected John Czerepka, E.I. to the position of Mechanical Engineer. The addition of this position enables Petersen to further develop and improve...
Petersen Industries, Inc. Announces Addition of National Accounts Sales Manager
Petersen Industries, Inc., manufacturer of grapple trucks and bulky waste collection systems, continues its growth strategy in North America by reorganizing its sales team to provide the required capacities to achieve strategic objectives. ...
Petersen Industries, Inc. joins National Joint Powers Alliance
Petersen Industries, Inc. was recently awarded contract #081209-FCC by the NJPA® (National Joint Powers Alliance). Utilized by over 30,000 municipalities and non-profit organizations, the NJPA® serves as an avenue of procurement that allows...
Petersen Industries, Inc. Awarded Patent on PL-3 Loading System
Petersen Industries, Inc., manufacturer of grapple trucks and bulky waste collection systems, announces the January 11, 2011 issuance of U.S. Patent #7,866,934 for the apparatus and method for removably attaching a loading device to a vehicle. ...
Petersen Industries, Inc. Launches New Website
Petersen Industries, Inc., manufacturer of grapple trucks and bulky waste collection systems, announced the launch of our new website to enhance functionality to users. (more…)...
Petersen Industries, Inc. Signs Municipal Equipment Sales, Inc. as New Dealer
Petersen Industries, Inc., manufacturer of grapple trucks and bulky waste collection systems, is proud to announce the addition of the new dealer Municipal Equipment Sales, Inc. to their expanding network. (more…)...
Petersen Industries, Inc. files Patent Infringement Suit
Petersen Industries, Inc., manufacturer of QuadStick® complete mechanical controls, filed a patent infringement suit against Hol-Mac Corporation on September 10, 2010. (more…)...