Talbert Manufacturing Names Hale Trailer Brake & Wheel as Top Dealer for 2024

Talbert Manufacturing, a leading provider of specialized heavy-haul solutions in North America, has announced Hale Trailer Brake & Wheel as its top dealer for 2024. This marks the 17th consecutive year Hale, based in Voorhees, New Jersey, has earned this recognition, also leading the dealers in parts sales. Rounding out the top 10 dealers for 2024 are Blackburn Truck Equipment, Columbus Equipment Company, Coogle Truck & Trailer Sales, Freightliner of Grand Rapids, Leslie Equipment Company, Lucky’s Trailer Sales, Royal Truck & Utility Trailer, TNT Sales, and West Side Tractor Sales.

Geisler expressed gratitude to all dealers for their dedication to partnering with Talbert and their clients, stating, “They provide exceptional support, maintenance, and aftermarket service, ensuring that customers receive comprehensive care throughout the lifecycle of their trailers. They truly embody Talbert’s core values: safety, durability, and value.”

Highlights of Talbert’s Top Dealers

Talbert’s leading dealers are chosen based on their sales performance in 2024, listed alphabetically below:

• Blackburn Truck Equipment: Based in Lilburn, Georgia, this dealer has served the towing and recovery industry for over 25 years, specializing in the installation and repair of towing equipment.
• Columbus Equipment Company: A prominent heavy equipment distributor with 10 locations throughout Ohio, serving sectors including construction, mining, and landscaping.
• Coogle Truck & Trailer Sales: Located in Otterbein, Indiana, they stock various Talbert trailer models and offer repair services for lowboy trailers.
• Freightliner of Grand Rapids: Operating in Kalamazoo and Grand Rapids, Michigan, this dealer provides an extensive selection of trailers for agricultural and material hauling purposes.
• Hale Trailer Brake & Wheel: As a full-service dealership with 15 locations from Maine to Florida, Hale offers a wide range of new and used trailers, services, and parts.
• Leslie Equipment Company: Specializing in equipment for forestry and mining, they have been recognized for innovative sales and support for over 45 years.
• Lucky’s Trailer Sales: A family-owned dealer with multiple locations in New England, offering a comprehensive range of Talbert trailer options.
• Royal Truck & Utility Trailer: This company serves northern and eastern Michigan and features a vast array of trailers and service options.
• TNT Sales: Focusing on open-deck trailers, this Pennsylvania-based dealer has over 60 years of experience in sales and rentals.
• West Side Tractor Sales: With 11 locations in Northern Illinois, Southern Michigan, and Indiana, they provide custom heavy-haul trailers for construction.

Geisler emphasized the importance of their dealers, stating, “They are crucial to what we do. They offer the personal support our customers require to maintain their trailers effectively. We actively support them throughout the year and recognize their hard work.”

Continued Dealer Support and Innovation

Talbert’s parts ordering system, known as Parts 1 2 3, exemplifies their commitment to dealer support, facilitating efficient parts ordering and better service timelines. Furthermore, Talbert’s Sourcewell contract provides an efficient purchasing platform for government and educational agencies, resulting in a 300% increase in Sourcewell sales in 2024 compared to the previous year, particularly with Tag-a-long trailers making up around 60% of those orders.

With partnerships exceeding 80 dealerships across North America, Talbert encourages customers to use their online dealer locator or visit www.talbertmfg.com for more information about their heavy-haul trailers and specialized transportation equipment.