c&s truck equipment

What c&s truck equipment does

C&S Truck Equipment is a family-owned retailer and installer of commercial truck equipment and automotive accessories, founded in 1985 and headquartered in a single facility at 2022 Saratoga Blvd, Corpus Christi, Texas. The company serves individual truck owners, commercial fleet operators, and trade professionals across the Coastal Bend region, functioning as a dealer and certified installer for more than 40 manufacturers including Knapheide, Ranger Design, Weatherguard, Tommy Gate, Maxon, RKI, Bedrock, CM Truck Beds, ECCO, Federal Signal, Feniex, Armadillo Liners, 3M, Llumar, and Valugard.

Its core offering spans service bodies, flatbeds, liftgates, van and cargo equipment, headache racks, toppers, truck tool boxes, safety and warning lighting, bedliners, window tinting, undercoating, suspension, and welding services, with a more recent extension into overlanding products. The company emphasizes a regional, coastal-environment specialization — particularly anti-corrosion undercoating suited to Gulf Coast operating conditions — and markets itself as the leading truck equipment provider in the Coastal Bend, supported by 85+ years of combined technical experience across the team and 30+ years of welding expertise.

The business operates on a project-based, quote-driven model: customers request configuration and installation work, the company sources equipment through its manufacturer network, and revenue is earned on a combination of equipment resale margin and installation labor. Customer segments span construction, logistics, agriculture, utilities, and individual recreational buyers, with no disclosed enterprise contract structure, no subscription or recurring-revenue component, and no digital e-commerce channel evident in the source material. All commercial activity is conducted through a single physical location.

Name

c&s truck equipment

Legal name

C & S Truck Equipment

Website

https://candsplating.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1985

Operating status

Operating

Short description

C&S Truck Equipment is a family-owned Corpus Christi retailer and installer of commercial truck equipment and automotive accessories, serving individuals, fleets, and trade professionals in the Coastal Bend region through 40+ manufacturer partnerships.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Truck Equipment & Installation

NAICS

Motor Vehicle Body and Trailer Manufacturing (33621)

SIC

Truck & Bus Bodies (3713)

akta.pro primary industry

Truck Body & Upfitting Manufacturing (Box Bodies/Service Bodies/Cranes/Liftgates) (IMACABAI)

akta.pro secondary industry

Truck Body & Upfit Manufacturing (Box/Dump/Service/Refuse) (IMACAGAC)

Keywords

• Truck equipment installation
• Commercial vehicle upfitting
• Fleet equipment services
• Truck accessory retailer
• Mobile service bodies

Headquarters

HQ city

Corpus Christi

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Truck and Van Equipment Sales: Revenue generated from selling commercial truck equipment including service bodies, flatbeds, liftgates, van equipment, emergency lighting, and headache racks. Products are sourced from branded manufacturers including Knapheide, Tommy Gate, Ranger Design, and others.
2. Automotive Accessory Installation Services: Revenue from professional installation services including bedliners (spray-on), window tinting, undercoating, welding, and suspension work. Services are performed by experienced technicians with over 30 years of welding experience.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

C&S Truck Equipment is a family-owned truck equipment retailer and installer founded in 1985 and based in Corpus Christi, Texas. The company sells commercial truck equipment (service bodies, flatbeds, liftgates, van equipment, custom headache racks, emergency lighting, and overlanding equipment) and provides installation and ancillary services including bedliner application, window tinting, undercoating, welding, and suspension work. It serves both individual truck owners and commercial fleet operators as a multi-brand dealer in the Coastal Bend region of South Texas.

Product overview

C&S Truck Equipment is a family-owned truck equipment retailer and installer serving the Coastal Bend area since 1985. Their product portfolio consists of two main categories: (1) Automotive Accessory Services including spray-on bedliners, window tinting, undercoating, welding, and suspension services, and (2) Commercial Products including service bodies, flatbeds, overlanding products, liftgates, emergency lighting, custom headache racks, and van equipment. They also distribute and install products from partner brands such as Ranger Design, Weatherguard, Knapheide, Tommy Gate, Maxon, ECCO, Federal Signal, Feniex, and various suspension manufacturers (ReadyLIFT, BDS, Zone Offroad, Pro Comp, Cognito, Fabtech, Carli), overlanding brands (CBI/Prinsu, Goose Gear, Leitner Racks, 23Zero), and performance film brands (3M, Llumar, Valugard). The company offers both in-house services and represents major manufacturers in the truck equipment industry.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Quantifiable outcome

• Quick turnaround on flatbeds - keep vehicles in stock or work to get beds as fast as available

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

40 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Ranger DesigncoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRanger Design is a manufacturer of van equipment including shelving, storage units, ladder racks, bulkhead partitions, and drawer systems. C&S Truck Equipment serves as a dealer/reseller for Ranger Design products in the Coastal Bend area. Ranger Design offers over 1000 items and specializes in cargo van and cube van organization solutions.
• Weatherguard (Wernerco Brand)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorWeather Guard is an industry leader in truck and van equipment including truck boxes, drawer units, shelving, cabinets, and racks. C&S Truck Equipment is an authorized dealer for Weatherguard products. Weather Guard organizes trucks and vans for greater productivity and provides tools and valuables protection against break-ins and weather.
• KnapheidecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKnapheide manufactures a full line of van equipment, service bodies, and flatbeds to meet nearly any vocational application from half tons to class eight vehicles. C&S Truck Equipment stocks Knapheide products and offers installation services. Applications include agriculture, construction, electrical, HVAC, landscaping, and plumbing industries.
• Tommy GatecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTommy Gate offers a full line of liftgates for personal, commercial, and industrial applications including trucks, vans, flatbeds, service beds, and platform stake beds. C&S Truck Equipment serves as a dealer for Tommy Gate liftgates and provides repair services.
• MaxonminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMaxon designs and manufactures liftgates to meet special customer needs with non-conventional loading practices. C&S Truck Equipment offers Maxon liftgate products for service beds and various commercial applications.
• ECCOminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorECCO is a leading manufacturer of emergency lighting equipment for construction, agriculture, and industrial applications. C&S Truck Equipment offers ECCO emergency lighting solutions for various industries including construction sites, utility vehicles, and tow trucks.
• Federal SignalminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFederal Signal is a world leader in innovative signaling products and communication and security systems. C&S Truck Equipment offers Federal Signal emergency lighting for first responders and various industrial applications.
• FeniexminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFeniex is a manufacturer of emergency lighting products. C&S Truck Equipment offers Feniex emergency lighting solutions for commercial and industrial vehicles.
• BedrockcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBedrock is a family-owned manufacturer that has been in business for over 100 years, producing top-quality truck beds designed for the Texas rancher. Products feature patented headache racks, powder coat finish, and come with a 3-year, 36,000-mile comprehensive warranty. Bedrock represents American quality and Texas pride.
• CM Truck BedscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCM Truck Beds has built quality products at value prices for over 20 years. Products include service bodies and truck beds with industry-leading warranty, longer product life cycle, immediate availability, and nationwide footprint.
• Norstar Truck BedsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNorstar builds truck beds and trailers designed to work as hard as users and withstand daily use. Products are built for rugged users providing years of service.
• Wil-Ro Truck BodiesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorWil-Ro has been crafting high-quality truck bodies since 1973 to keep service industries performing at their best.
• RKI InstrumentsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRKI service bodies have a proven track record for handling tough workloads with steel construction, steel hinge pins, blocks, and latches. Bodies are fully undercoated with lifetime warranty.
• Armadillo LinerscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorArmadillo Liners is an established manufacturer of spray-on bedliners using the highest grade products in the market. C&S Truck Equipment applies Armadillo bedliners using 1800 psi and 220 degrees mixing a 50/50 polyurea/iso mix. Products used for equipment/commercial vehicles, truck beds, jeeps & RVs, trailers, boats, and military vehicles.
• 3M Automotive Window FilmscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor3M offers automotive window films for heat reduction, increased privacy, UV protection, glare reduction, and security. C&S Truck Equipment offers 3M window tinting services for pickup trucks, delivery vehicles, and commercial trucks.
• LlumarcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLlumar, manufactured by Eastman Performance Films with over 60 years of experience, offers high performance window films. C&S Truck Equipment provides Llumar window tinting with UV ray protection, heat reduction, paint protection, and customizable styles.
• ValugardcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorValugard provides premium undercoating for trucks and cars. C&S Truck Equipment uses Valugard for automotive undercoating services that prevent corrosion, extend vehicle life, reduce road noise, and protect metal from debris. Services are specifically designed for coastal environment conditions.
• ReadyLIFT SuspensioncoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReadyLIFT develops economic suspension leveling products for truck and SUV owners. Founded in 2006, offers leveling kits and suspension kits with 5 year/60,000 mile warranty.
• BDS SuspensioncoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBDS Suspension engineers and manufactures high-quality aftermarket suspension lift kits, leveling kits, and accessories for 4x4 off-road trucks and Jeeps. Products include suspension conversion kits, leveling kits, and no fine print limited lifetime warranty.
• Zone OffroadcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorZone Offroad designs suspension kits that fit budget without sacrificing quality. Products are built from high-quality American materials and manufactured in the USA with level kits, suspension systems, and limited lifetime 5 year/60k warranty.
• Pro Comp USAminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPro Comp USA focuses on suspensions, wheels and tires for affordable shopping experience. Offers custom suspension with 5 year/60,000 mile warranty and user-friendly approach.
• Cognito MotorsportsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCognito is an industry-leading designer and manufacturer of premium steering, suspension, chassis and accessory performance upgrades for passenger trucks, SUVs and UTVs for over two decades.
• Any Level LiftminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAny Level Lift is a patented suspension system offering over 12 inches of ride height adjustment without impact to ride quality, steering alignment, or axle positioning.
• Stryker Offroad DesignminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorStryker Offroad Design is a USA manufacturer of high-end suspension components for Ford Super Duty F250, F350, F450 and Dodge Ram 2500/3500 trucks.
• Fabtech MotorsportscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFabtech develops cutting edge suspension designs for on and off-road use. Each system provides increased ride height for oversized tires with 5 year/60,000 mile limited warranty.
• Carli SuspensionminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCarli Suspension products meet expectations from daily street drivers to extreme off-road enthusiasts. Products include limited lifetime product warranty.
• CBI/PRINSUcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCBI/PRINSU manufactures trail-proven, American-made overlanding products. C&S Truck Equipment offers these products for customers seeking adventure and overland equipment.
• Goose GearcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGoose Gear products are built to endure and designed and manufactured in Colorado. C&S Truck Equipment offers Goose Gear overlanding equipment.
• DIRT BOX OverlandminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDIRT BOX Overland converts mid or full size trucks into modular overland machines customized to meet customer needs.
• Leitner DesignscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLeitner Designs produces the world's toughest modular truck bed rack and cargo system. C&S Truck Equipment offers these products for overlanding and cargo solutions.
• REDARC ElectronicsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorREDARC manufactures state-of-the-art battery management systems designed to charge and maintain auxiliary batteries by incorporating AC, DC and solar inputs.
• FLOG IndustriesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFLOG Industries specializes in heavy-duty steel replacement bumpers for fearless lifestyle and ongoing greatness.
• Kingpin EquippedminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKingpin Equipped offers premium, innovative lighting for overland adventures.
• Goal ZerocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGoal Zero provides overlanding power accessories including portable power stations and solar panels for outdoor adventures.
• Ranch Road StorageminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRanch Road Storage offers the first, last and only truck bed organizer with patent pending, highly configurable cargo system for UTV or truck bed.
• 23ZerocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor23Zero's mission is to create a quality brand with value for money that anyone can afford, including rooftop tents and overlanding gear.
• DOW TechnologiesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDOW Technologies is an industry-leading consumer electronics technology distributor supplying overlanding communication and technology products.
• Trail Gear OffroadcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTrail Gear Offroad was born from Matt Messers' passion for building the best off-road products with nearly 20 years of innovation and adventure.
• Iceberg Outdoor GroupminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIceberg Outdoor Group is a comprehensive resource for high-end overlanding and vehicle-based camping gear.
• Trail'd Water Storage SystemsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTrail'd Tanks mount in spare tire carrier turning wasted space into safe and durable potable water storage for off-road and overlanding adventures.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Auto Truck Group: National commercial vehicle upfitter providing truck equipment installation, fleet upfitting, and accessorizing services — directly comparable to C&S's commercial fleet upfitting business, but operating across multiple U.S. locations.
• BrandFX: Manufacturer and installer of lightweight service bodies, utility bodies, and truck toppers — directly competes with C&S in service body and upfit solutions for fleets and trades.
• Reading Truck Body: Manufacturer and installer of truck bodies, service bodies, and dump bodies sold through a dealer network — closely comparable to C&S's vocational truck body products and installation model.
• Tommy Gate: Liftgate manufacturer with dealer/installer network — directly comparable to C&S's liftgate product line and also one of C&S's key partners.
• Ranger Design: Van upfitting equipment manufacturer (shelving, ladder racks, partitions) with dealer distribution — comparable to C&S's van equipment category and a current supplier partner.
• WeatherGuard (WernerCo): Manufacturer of truck boxes, drawer units, shelving, and van organization products sold through dealers — comparable to C&S's commercial van/truck equipment offering and a current supplier partner.
• CM Truck Beds: Manufacturer of service bodies and truck beds with dealer distribution — directly comparable to C&S's flatbed and service body product lines and a current partner.

Broad incumbents

• Knapheide: Major manufacturer of service bodies, utility bodies, flatbeds, and van equipment with a national dealer and direct installer footprint — overlaps with C&S's product portfolio and is also one of C&S's core suppliers.
• Truck Hero: Large platform of aftermarket truck accessory and protection brands (bed covers, liners, steps) — competes with C&S in the consumer truck accessory segment at much greater scale.
• Adrian Steel (Masterack): Large commercial van upfitting manufacturer and installer serving fleets nationally — competes with C&S for fleet van equipment contracts with broader geographic reach.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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