Brokk opens new Canadian distribution center

Brokk, a Monroe, Washington-based remote-controlled demolition machines manufacturer, has opened a distribution center in Hamilton, Ontario. The new location will be run by Jim Bennett, who has joined the Brokk team in Canada as warehouse and logistics manager.

Bennett’s responsibilities include managing product and assisting customers and regional sales managers by providing parts support throughout Canada.

The new 4,000-foot Canadian distribution facility will house the full line of demolition machines with attachments as well as Aquajet Hydrodemolition robots and parts inventory for both brands. The new center will also offer Brokk and Aquajet demonstrations.

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“Adding a distribution center gets us closer to our Canadian customers and generally streamlines the ordering and shipping process,” Brokk Inc. President Lars Lindgren says. “We’re all excited to see what Jim will make of the facility and how it will help our customers in the Toronto area and beyond. He has a wealth of warehouse management experience and will closely monitor demand for Brokk and Aquajet to ensure optimal stock.”

Bennett has more than 30 years of warehouse and logistics experience within the auto and construction sectors. He started working as a warehouse manager before working his way up to operations supervisor. His last two positions have been as a warehouse manager and warehouse supervisor before transitioning to his current role with Brokk.

“My whole career has been customer driven, and that’s what’s so exciting about this role,” Bennett says. “My vision aligns with Brokk’s. The new facility will help meet our goal of providing Canadian customers with machines and parts from both Brokk and Aquajet.”