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‘Digging’ Its Way Into Wichita Falls and Dallas November 14, 2011
Asheville, NC (November 1, 2011) – 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. Read More
Volvo Rents ‘Digging’ Its Way Into Phoenix October 26, 2011
Provider of small-to-medium sized construction equipment acquires Papé Rents; Looks to capitalize on projected growth of local construction spending 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.  Read More
Volvo Rents “Digging” Its Way Into Mississippi - Provider of small-to-medium sized construction equipment acquires Gulf South Machinery of Mississippi; Looks to capitalize on projected growth of local construction spending September 14, 2011
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. To capitalize on the economic upturn, 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 Read More
Volvo Rents Announces Central Region Management Team August 25, 2011
Asheville, NC (August 23, 2011) – 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.” Read More
Volvo Rents “Digging” Its Way Into Oklahoma City - Provider of small-to-medium sized construction equipment acquires WED, LLC; Looks to capitalize on projected growth of local construction spending August 18, 2011
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. To capitalize on the economic upturn, 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. Read More
‘Digging’ Its Way Into Florida - Volvo Rents acquires Casco Rents; Looks to capitalize on projected construction recovery August 11, 2011
Asheville, NC (August 12, 2011) – 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. Read More
Volvo Rents Opens East Region Office, Announces Management Team to Support Growth August 4, 2011
Asheville, NC (August 4, 2011) – 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. Read More
Volvo Rents “Digging” Its Way Into Merced and Modesto - Provider of small-to-medium sized construction equipment acquires Valley Rental Centers July 27, 2011
  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.   Read More
Entrepreneur, Construction Equipment Rental Company Move or Lose Decision July 20, 2011
Instead of letting a promising franchise opportunity get away, a Texas couple relocates -- and finds even more than they bargained for.... read more. Read More
Volvo Rents “Digging” Its Way Into Orlando, Florida July 20, 2011
July 20, 2011 Asheville, NC: - Volvo Rents announces the acquisition of Contractors Equipment Rental (CER), a single location construction equipment rental company based in Orlando, Florida. The address of the Orlando equipment rental store is 7616 Narcoossee Road, Orlando, FL 32822 (www.volvorents.com/orlando). Anchored by an increase in local construction spending that is projected to total nearly $30 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 Orlando, Florida. Read More