MacQueen Equipment
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1961
- HeadquartersSaint Paul, United States
- Headcount101–250
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
MacQueen Equipment firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- MacQueen Equipment
- Legal name
- MacQueen Group
- Website
- https://macqueeneq.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1961
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 101–250 employees
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
MacQueen Equipment industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Heavy Equipment Distribution and Service
- NAICS
- Agriculture, Construction, and Mining Machinery Manufacturing (3331), Construction, Transportation, Mining, and Forestry Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing (53241)
- SIC
- Construction, Mining & Materials Handling Machinery & Equip (3530), Miscellaneous Transportation Equipment (3790), Services-Miscellaneous Equipment Rental & Leasing (7350)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Specialty Utility & Maintenance Vehicle Manufacturing (Street Sweepers/Vacuum Trucks) (IMACAFAI)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Snow & Ice Vehicles (Snowcats, Snow Groomers, Snow Blowers) (IMAHAIAH), Industrial Cleaning & Environmental Equipment Rental/Leasing (Vacuum Trucks, Dust Control, Dehumidifiers) (TLABAFAK)
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Where MacQueen Equipment is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Saint Paul
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices1 record
Markets served
MacQueen Equipment business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Equipment Sales: New and pre-owned heavy equipment sales including street maintenance, sewer/wastewater, snow removal, refuse/recycling, hydro excavation, and emergency vehicles (fire trucks, ambulances).
- Equipment Rentals: Short-term and long-term rental options for equipment including Vactor sewer cleaners and other specialized vehicles. Customers can 'try before they buy' through rental programs.
- Parts Sales: Aftermarket parts support for all equipment sold. Parts available for routine maintenance and emergency care with 24/7 service teams and mobile service units.
- Service and Maintenance: Service and maintenance support throughout the lifetime of equipment purchases. Includes training, mobile service, and ongoing support.
- Training: Annual training on use, maintenance, and safety for heavy equipment operators.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Multi-year contract | Quote-based equipment pricing |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels4 records
Marketing channels6 records
MacQueen Equipment product offering
Product offeringCore offering
MacQueen Equipment is a regional Midwest US dealer and service provider for specialized heavy equipment used by municipalities and contractors. The company sells, rents, services, and supplies parts for street sweepers (Elgin), sewer cleaners (Vactor), hydro excavators (TRUVAC), refuse and recycling trucks (McNeilus), snow removal equipment (Larue, Trackless), leaf vacuum systems (Titan), fire apparatus (Pierce, Oshkosh ARFF), and ambulances (Demers, Crestline), along with upfitting, remounting, training, and 24/7 field service support.
Product overview
MacQueen Equipment is a heavy equipment dealer and service provider offering a comprehensive portfolio of environmental, emergency, and municipal equipment through three main divisions: Environmental Solutions, Emergency Solutions, and Remounting & Upfitting Services. The Environmental Solutions division encompasses street maintenance equipment (Elgin street sweepers including Eagle, Broom Bear, Broom Badger, Pelican, Whirlwind, RegenX, and Crosswind models), sewer and wastewater equipment (Vactor combination sewer cleaners and Envirosight inspection systems), hydro and vacuum excavation equipment (TRUVAC Paradigm, FLXX, HXX, APXX, and TRXX excavators), snow removal equipment (Larue snow blowers and Trackless MT7 tractors), leaf removal equipment (Titan Leaf Solutions trailers, chassis-mounted, hook-lift, and container systems), and refuse/recycling trucks (McNeilus front-loaders, side-loaders, rear-loaders, and Volterra ZSL EV electric truck). The Emergency Solutions division provides fire apparatus (Pierce fire trucks and Oshkosh ARFF vehicles), wildland and brush trucks, ambulances (Demers and Crestline brands), and law enforcement vehicle solutions. The Remounting & Upfitting division offers ambulance remounting, law enforcement upfitting, fire vehicle upfitting, command vehicle upfitting, specialty vehicle upfitting, and amber safety equipment installation. MacQueen supports all equipment with dedicated parts, service, training, and rental programs throughout the Midwest region.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Elgin Street Sweepers Mechanical, broom, vacuum, and regenerative air street sweepers distributed by MacQueen for municipal street cleaning, construction site cleanup, parking lot maintenance, and highway applications.
- Vactor Sewer Cleaners Combination sewer cleaners and water jetter systems for municipal sewer cleaning, line jetting, and obstruction removal.
- Envirosight Sewer Inspection Equipment Remote-controlled crawler cameras, lateral launch inspection systems, push cameras, and video jetting nozzles for underground pipeline and sewer assessment.
- TRUVAC Hydro Excavators Truck- and trailer-mounted hydro and vacuum excavators combining pressurized water and vacuum technology for non-destructive digging around underground utilities.
- Pierce Fire Trucks and Oshkosh ARFF Vehicles Custom fire apparatus, pumpers, aerial fire trucks, and airport crash fire rescue vehicles for fire departments and airport authorities.
- Wildland and Brush Trucks Specialized fire trucks designed for wildland firefighting and vegetation management operations.
- Demers and Crestline Ambulances Emergency medical transport vehicles and modular ambulances for EMS providers and ambulance services.
- McNeilus Refuse and Recycling Trucks Front-, side-, and rear-loading refuse and recycling trucks including the zero-emission Volterra ZSL EV electric side loader for residential, commercial, and municipal waste collection.
- SSI Schaefer Waste Carts Durable waste and recycling carts in multiple sizes for residential and commercial waste collection programs.
- Snow Removal Equipment (Larue and Trackless) Industrial loader-mounted snow blowers and compact multi-purpose municipal tractors with interchangeable attachments for municipal and contractor snow and sidewalk maintenance.
- Titan Leaf Removal Equipment Trailer-mounted, chassis-mounted, and hook-lift leaf vacuum and collection systems plus standalone leaf containers for municipal leaf collection programs.
- Ambulance Remounting Service Refurbishment service that extends ambulance lifecycle by replacing the patient module on an existing chassis for EMS providers.
- Emergency Vehicle Upfitting Services Custom equipment installation and upfitting for law enforcement vehicles, fire apparatus, mobile command centers, specialty vehicles, and amber safety warning equipment.
- Equipment Rental Services Short-term and long-term rental of environmental equipment including sweepers, hydro excavators, and sewer cleaners for project-based needs or trial before purchase.
- Equipment Parts and Service Support Aftermarket parts supply, mobile service units, and 24/7 maintenance and emergency repair support for all equipment brands sold.
- Equipment Training Programs Annual training programs on equipment use, routine maintenance, and operator safety for heavy equipment customers.
Quantifiable outcome
- Lifetime product support
- +1 more outcomes
Companies that use MacQueen Equipment
Customer profileNamed customers3 records
Segments4 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
MacQueen Equipment technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
MacQueen Equipment partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
23 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.
- Pierce ManufacturingcoreMacQueen is a dealer for Pierce fire trucks, distributing fire apparatus, airport rescue fire fighting (ARFF) vehicles, and wildland/brush trucks throughout their Midwest service territory.
- Oshkosh Airport ProductscoreMacQueen distributes Oshkosh airport rescue and fire fighting (ARFF) vehicles as part of their emergency solutions portfolio.
- Elgin Sweeper CompanycorePrimary vendor for street maintenance equipment including Eagle, Broom Bear, Pelican, Whirlwind, RegenX, and Crosswind street sweepers. Elgin is described as the leading brand for street maintenance equipment.
- VactorcoreVactor sewer cleaners, combination sewer cleaners, and jetters are distributed by MacQueen for sewer and wastewater maintenance applications.
- McNeiluscoreMcNeilus refuse and recycling trucks including front loaders, side loaders, rear loaders, and the Volterra ZSL electric refuse truck are distributed by MacQueen. McNeilus is an Oshkosh Corporation company.
- Trackless VehiclescoreTrackless municipal tractors and attachments for sidewalk snow removal are distributed by MacQueen. Trackless has been manufacturing for over 50 years.
- LaruecoreLarue industrial snow blowers, including loader-mounted blowers, are distributed by MacQueen. Larue has been manufacturing for over 50 years for municipalities, contractors, and government agencies.
- TruvaccoreTruvac hydro excavation equipment including Paradigm, FLXX, HXX, APXX, and TRXX trailer-mounted excavators are distributed by MacQueen. Truvac is described as offering advanced safe-digging technology with reliability.
- Demers AmbulancesmajorDemers ambulance products are distributed as part of MacQueen's EMS solutions including ambulance sales and remounting services.
- CrestlinemajorCrestline ambulance products are distributed as part of MacQueen's ambulance solutions portfolio.
- EnvirosightcoreEnvirosight sewer inspection equipment including Rovver X, Rovver Lateral Launch, Quickview Air HD, Verisight Pro+, and Jetscan are distributed by MacQueen for sewer inspection applications.
- SSI SchaefermajorSSI Schaefer waste carts and containers are distributed by MacQueen. Schaefer is described as the industry-leading global manufacturer of waste technology products.
- Titan Leaf SolutionscoreTitan leaf vacuum and removal equipment including trailers, chassis-mounted units, hook-lift systems, and leaf containers are distributed by MacQueen. Titan is described as an industry leader in leaf vacuums.
- MSA SafetymajorMSA firefighter protective clothing and safety equipment are distributed as part of MacQueen's fire equipment solutions.
- SoneticsminorSonetics wireless communication headsets for team communication in challenging work environments are distributed for use during sewer and maintenance operations.
- HavisminorHavis law enforcement vehicle equipment and upfitting components are distributed as part of MacQueen's emergency vehicle upfitting solutions.
- Arctic CompressorminorArctic compressor products distributed as part of emergency equipment solutions.
- BME FireminorBME fire suppression and safety equipment distributed as part of fire equipment solutions.
- GlobeminorGlobe firefighter turnout gear distributed as part of fire equipment offerings.
- Hurst Jaws of LifeminorHurst rescue tools (Jaws of Life) distributed as part of fire and rescue equipment.
- LionminorLion firefighter turnout gear distributed as part of fire equipment solutions.
- Task Force Tips (TFT)minorTask Force Tips firefighting nozzles and equipment distributed as part of fire equipment solutions.
- Skeeter Emergency VehiclesminorSkeeter emergency vehicles distributed as part of emergency solutions portfolio.
Scale indicators2 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights5 records
MacQueen Equipment competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- RDO Equipment Co. RDO Equipment is a large multi-brand heavy equipment dealer and service provider operating across the Midwest, West, and South. It mirrors MacQueen's model of carrying multiple OEM authorizations (John Deere, Vermeer, Topcon, etc.) with sales, rentals, parts, and service, making it a directly comparable dealer-platform peer.
- Elliott Equipment Company: Elliott Equipment is a regional heavy equipment distributor serving the Midwest with multiple product lines including cranes, aerial work platforms, and specialty municipal equipment. Comparable to MacQueen in size, structure, and dealer/distributor business model serving contractors and municipalities.
- H&E Equipment Services: H&E Equipment Services is a publicly-traded integrated equipment distributor and rental provider with new/used sales, rentals, parts, service, and training. It mirrors MacQueen's combination of equipment sales plus a rental fleet, though at significantly larger national scale.
- Vermeer Midwest: Vermeer Midwest is a regional authorized dealer for Vermeer industrial and environmental equipment, including trenchers, horizontal directional drills, and tree-care equipment. Comparable to MacQueen as a regional, multi-line specialty equipment dealer serving contractors and municipalities.
- Patten Industries: Patten Industries is a Caterpillar dealer serving Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Wisconsin with new/used equipment, rental, parts, and service. Directly comparable as a regional heavy equipment dealer serving municipal and contractor end markets in overlapping Midwest territory.
Broad incumbents
- Holt of California: Holt of California is a large, established Caterpillar dealer offering sales, rental, parts, and service across construction, agricultural, and municipal segments. Comparable dealer-distributor model but with a broader product portfolio and larger geographic footprint than MacQueen.
- Stowers Machinery: Stowers Machinery is a Caterpillar dealer serving Tennessee and surrounding states with full-line construction, forestry, and power systems equipment plus parts and service. Operates a similar dealer/distributor model but with broader OEM focus than MacQueen.
- Yancey Bros. Co. Yancey Bros. is the oldest Caterpillar dealer in the US, serving Georgia and surrounding states with construction, industrial, and power-generation equipment plus full parts/service support. Operates a comparable full-service dealer model but with broader and deeper OEM concentration than MacQueen.
- Ohio CAT: Ohio CAT is a Caterpillar dealer serving Ohio and northern Kentucky with construction, mining, and power systems equipment plus parts, service, and rental. Comparable dealer-platform structure but with broader OEM focus and larger territory than MacQueen's specialized municipal/environmental niche.
Others
- Sunbelt Rentals: Sunbelt Rentals is the largest equipment rental company in North America with a significant municipal/contractor customer base. While not a dealer-distributor in MacQueen's mold, it competes for the rental portion of MacQueen's customer wallet and represents the scale ceiling on the equipment-rental adjacent market.
Market position
Strengths1 record
Weaknesses1 record
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
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MacQueen Equipment leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles1 record
MacQueen Equipment funding detail
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Funding rounds
Investors
Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
MacQueen Equipment M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A3 records
Investments
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Frequently asked questions about MacQueen Equipment
What does MacQueen Equipment do?
MacQueen Equipment is a regional Midwest US dealer and service provider for specialized heavy equipment used by municipalities and contractors. The company sells, rents, services, and supplies parts for street sweepers (Elgin), sewer cleaners (Vactor), hydro excavators (TRUVAC), refuse and recycling trucks (McNeilus), snow removal equipment (Larue, Trackless), leaf vacuum systems (Titan), fire apparatus (Pierce, Oshkosh ARFF), and ambulances (Demers, Crestline), along with upfitting, remounting, training, and 24/7 field service support.
Is MacQueen Equipment a public or private company?
MacQueen Equipment is a private company. It is classified as unknown and is currently operating.
When was MacQueen Equipment founded?
MacQueen Equipment was founded in 1961. It employs 101 to 250 people.
Where is MacQueen Equipment based?
MacQueen Equipment is headquartered in Saint Paul, United States, in the North America region.
How does MacQueen Equipment make money?
Five revenue lines are on record. Equipment Sales are the primary driver. The others are equipment Rentals, parts Sales, service and Maintenance and training.
Who are MacQueen Equipment's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are RDO Equipment Co., Elliott Equipment Company, H&E Equipment Services, Vermeer Midwest and Patten Industries. Broad incumbents are Holt of California, Stowers Machinery, Yancey Bros. Co. and Ohio CAT. Sunbelt Rentals is listed as an others.
Does MacQueen Equipment have an API?
No public API is recorded for MacQueen Equipment.
What industry is MacQueen Equipment in?
MacQueen Equipment's product category is Heavy Equipment Distribution and Service. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMACAFAI, Specialty Utility & Maintenance Vehicle Manufacturing (Street Sweepers/Vacuum Trucks), with a secondary code of IMAHAIAH, Snow & Ice Vehicles (Snowcats, Snow Groomers, Snow Blowers). Its NAICS code is 3331 and its SIC code is 3530.