MH Equipment Acquires Riekes Equipment

MH Equipment has acquired Riekes Equipment, bringing together two Midwest material handling companies. Announced October 30, the acquisition combines MH Equipment’s regional service network and equipment resources with Riekes’ 90-year history and specialized material handling services.

Riekes will continue operating under its established name as Riekes — an MH Logistics Company. All Riekes locations will remain operational, and existing service agreements and customer commitments will remain in place. Customers will continue working with the company’s local sales, service, and support teams.

The acquisition brings together several complementary services. Riekes provides overhead crane and hoist installation, inspection, and service, as well as dock and door service capabilities and its Discovery Center. MH Equipment adds its regional service network, rental and resale equipment resources, Guardian Fleet Services, and other material handling solutions.

“I’ve been in this business for 40 years. This decision is about making sure Riekes can serve our customers well for decades to come,” said Duncan Murphy, president of Riekes Equipment. “Joining MH Equipment gives us access to additional resources, product lines and expertise. Our customers can count on the same commitment to getting the job done, with more resources and solutions behind us.”

MH Equipment CEO Coit Edison said the companies share a commitment to employees, customers, and the communities they serve.

“Riekes has built something special over the past 90 years, and we have tremendous respect for the people, relationships, and reputation behind that success,” said Edison. “We’ve known Riekes for many years and have always respected the business they’ve built and the way they take care of their customers. We’re excited to welcome their team to MH Equipment, learn from their experience, and build on what both organizations do well. Our companies share a strong commitment to employees, customers, and the communities we serve. We believe those shared values provide a great foundation for our future together.”

Murphy said the acquisition is intended to support Riekes’ long-term operations while maintaining its customer relationships.

“Our customers and partners have helped shape Riekes over the past 90 years, and I’m grateful for the trust they’ve placed in us,” Murphy said. “We made this decision with the next 90 years in mind. Joining MH gives our team more ways to help customers succeed while keeping the relationships and service that brought us here.”

Founded in 1936 and headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, Riekes has seven locations and provides forklifts, cranes and hoists, loading dock equipment, storage systems, and related services. Its specialized services include crane and hoist installation, inspection, and maintenance, along with dock and door service.

MH Equipment operates 42 servicing locations across 15 states in the Midwest and East, with 750 technicians and 1,300 employees. Its services include forklift and fleet sales, equipment rentals, service, certification and training, and engineered solutions.