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www.outdoorpowerequipment.com OUTDOOR POWER EQUIPMENT FEBRUARY 2017 11 Ariens Company signs deal for new distribution center A riens Company of Brillion, Wis., has signed a lease for a 600,000-square-foot building in Kenosha, Wis., for the site of a new distribution center. The new Wisconsin facility is a strategically located distribution center for Ariens and consolidates operations the company had throughout the Midwest into a single, larger, more modern and more efficient facility. The new Kenosha County facility is a strategic location that will help better serve dealers and customers with improved delivery. "Finding the right distribution center is critical to our growth strategy," said Ariens Company Chairman/CEO Dan Ariens. "Even a small improvement in delivery time is important to a customer waiting for a new machine to clear their driveway or keep their lawn under control. And this is a significant upgrade to our previous supply chain network." The Ariens Company wholegoods business will use the warehouse as a central hub for distribution of outdoor power equipment, as well as parts and accessories. All products manufactured in Brillion and Auburn, Neb., will move through the facility. "We are proud that Ariens selected Kenosha County for the site of its new facility," said Kenosha County Executive Jim Kreuser. "Companies like Ariens are what have made Wisconsin a manufacturing powerhouse, and we are delighted to welcome them to our community." Greenworks Tools celebrates opening of new North American headquarters G reenworks Tools, a manufacturer of battery-powered outdoor equipment for professionals and do-it-yourself consumers, celebrated the opening of its new North American headquarters in Mooresville, N.C., on December 15. The 40,000-square-foot office space is part of the revital- ization of the 1.1-million-square-foot historic Mooresville Cotton Mill. "Today is an important milestone in our brand's history," said Chris Allen, president of Greenworks Tools. "Greenworks was founded on a culture of innovation and sustainability, and we are redefining the outdoor power equipment industry. We now have a gorgeous and inspiring state-of-the-art headquarters to continue our dynamic growth. We could not be more excited." "I am honored that Greenworks Tools chose Mooresville," said Russ Rogerson, executive director, Mooresville-South Iredell Economic Development Corporation. "Our business climate and quality of life continue to make us extremely attractive to business." The company distributes Greenworks-branded and private- Briggs Pro Series & Honda GXV Engine Options 3 Speed, Commercial Grade Transmission Heavy Duty, 14 Gauge Steel Deck Cast Aluminum Wheels Cut Heights to 4.75" Great Pricing... Best Value in the Class Masport Distributors: PowerDistributors.com (800) 554-3336 PowerSourceCanada.ca (800) 663-9700 Commercial Contractor Series Mower PD16_69_OPE Magazine_Masport Ad.indd 1 10/25/2016 10:14:42 AM label products, as well as products for an extensive network of original equipment manufacturers. Using cutting-edge technology, Greenworks develops its lightweight equipment with the same power and performance of comparable gas- powered tools, all while reducing the mess, fumes, noise and hassle associated with gas products. Greenworks' product family consists of 24-volt, 40-volt, 60-volt, 80-volt and commercial- grade 82-volt battery-powered outdoor power equipment, including blowers, mowers, trimmers, hedge trimmers, chain saws and pressure washers. Yin Chen, CEO and owner, Greenworks Tools, receives congratulations from Kirk Ballard, chairman of the Mooresville-South Iredell Chamber of Commerce, as Mooresville Mayor Miles Atkins (right) and Greenworks President Chris Allen (at podium) look on during the grand opening of Greenworks Tools' new 40,000-square-foot facility in Mooresville, N.C., on December 15.