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Medix Specialty Vehicles Expands Dealer Network with Hughes Fire Equipment

April 11, 2024 – ELKHART, INDIANA: Medix Specialty Vehicles, a leading ambulance manufacturer known for their quality and speed to market, has announced their latest strategic partnership with Hughes Fire Equipment to offer Type I, Type II, and Type III Medix ambulances in Washington, Oregon, Alaska, and Hawaii. Medix’s collaboration with Hughes Fire Equipment will empower emergency response teams in the Pacific Northwest and beyond with access to a durable and reliable ambulance solution.

“The versatility of Medix Specialty Vehicles will be a valuable addition to Hughes Fire Equipment’s lineup of apparatuses, meeting diverse customer needs,” said Dan Hays, Vice President of Sales for Hughes Fire Equipment. “Offering a Medix provides our customers with the benefits of meeting limited budgets while obtaining a quality product. Medix’s competitive lead times will enable departments to swiftly integrate these vehicles into their fleet, enhancing operational readiness.”

With over 20 years of experience, Medix Specialty Vehicles aims to deliver the ambulance industry’s highest performance value while focusing on attention to detail and ensuring that each unit meets the highest standards of safety and functionality. Medix ambulances meet the needs of first responders in fire departments, hospitals, and private operations.

Hughes Fire Equipment’s reputation for excellence in providing top-quality Fire and EMS vehicles has been solidified over four decades of dedicated service. Their experienced salespeople and maintenance technicians strive to provide all emergency response teams with well-maintained, high-quality equipment. Likewise, Medix’s commitment to customer satisfaction extends beyond mere sales transactions to encompass exceptional service standards.

“With well-established partnerships with emergency response departments in their region, Hughes Fire Equipment is well-positioned to support Medix in expanding its presence in the Pacific Northwest and Hawaii,” said Rob Eichorst, Vice President of U.S. Sales for Medix. “Through collaboration and shared resources, both companies stand to benefit from this strategic alliance, ultimately serving the needs of emergency responders and communities more effectively.”

To learn more about Medix Specialty Vehicles or to find a dealer in your region, please visit medixambulance.com.

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About Medix Specialty Vehicles

Medix Specialty Vehicles, Inc. is an industry leader in the manufacturing of Type I, Type II, and Type III ambulances.  Located in Elkhart, Indiana, Medix Specialty Vehicles, Inc. has produced one of the highest quality and best-valued ambulances in the industry since 2001. Medix Specialty Vehicles is owned by Demers Braun Ambulance Manufacturer. Learn more about Medix Specialty Vehicles at medixambulance.com or by contacting (866) 971-4915.

About Hughes Fire Equipment

The Hughes Fire Equipment family is dedicated to providing fire and EMS departments with high-quality apparatus, experienced salespeople, and skilled maintenance technicians, along with the honesty and integrity that our customers deserve. We strive to provide all emergency response teams with well maintained, superior equipment, as well as a committed team of maintenance and support staff. We work for our customers to ensure they have what they need to serve their communities safely and efficiently. Learn more about us at www.hughesfire.com or contact us at 1-800-747-6510.

MEDIA REQUEST CONTACT INFORMATION
Vanessa Bomboir

Director Marketing, U.S.

Phone: 306-230-7723 | Email: vbomboir@crestlinecoach.com

SALES CONTACT INFORMATION

Rob Eichorst

Vice President U.S. Sales, Medix

Phone: 574-266-0911 | Email: rob@medixambulance.com

Medix Specialty Vehicles Announces Authorized Ambulance Dealer for Kansas

January 9, 2024 – ELKHART, INDIANA: Medix Specialty Vehicles, a leading Midwest ambulance manufacturer, is expanding its distribution into the state of Kansas and is partnering with Danko Emergency Equipment as the authorized dealer in the state. Danko Emergency Equipment’s territory expansion to sell Medix ambulances in Kansas elevates its customer service and will bring more awareness of Medix’s highly effective, efficient ambulance offering to the region. This expansion, alongside existing territories in South Dakota, Nebraska, and Colorado, is a testament to Medix and Danko’s commitment to providing reliable emergency vehicles and outstanding service to the communities they serve.

“Medix ambulances provide a high-performance value, and we are proud to expand our partnership to grow our organization in Kansas with Medix’s quality ambulances,” said Jeff Wegner, Director of Sales & Marketing with Danko Emergency Equipment. “We have a strong relationship with Medix, and we look forward to getting more Medix ambulances on the road.”

Medix Specialty Vehicles began their partnership with Danko Emergency Equipment in early 2022. Wegner noted that in their region, the most popular Medix ambulance includes the MSV-II Type I ambulance, capable of BLS, ALS, and heavy rescue operations with one of the longer box configurations at 170”. With a 4×4 chassis, the MSV-II is perfect for tackling any Midwestern terrain, including the vast plains and gentle hills of Kansas.

Serving the industry since 1974, Danko Emergency Equipment manufactures and sells high-quality firefighting and emergency vehicles to fire departments, rural fire districts, and governmental entities. They also service every vehicle they sell—allowing customers peace of mind that their emergency equipment is ready to respond to critical situations at any moment.

“We are excited to partner with Danko Emergency Equipment and bring our Medix ambulances to the state of Kansas,” said Rob Eichorst, Vice President of Sales at Medix Specialty Vehicles. “Every ambulance we deliver is manufactured by a dedicated team of employees who believe in delivering lifesaving equipment across the communities we serve. We are proud to extend our partnership with Danko Emergency Vehicles and to positively impact emergency medical services in Kansas.”

To learn more about Medix Specialty Vehicles, or to find a dealer in your region, please visit medixambulance.com.

About Medix Specialty Vehicles

Medix Specialty Vehicles, Inc. is an industry leader in the manufacturing of Type I, Type II, and Type III ambulances.  Located in Elkhart, Indiana, Medix Specialty Vehicles, Inc. has produced one of the highest quality and best-valued ambulances in the industry since 2001. Medix Specialty Vehicles is owned by Demers Braun Ambulance Manufacturer. Learn more about Medix Specialty Vehicles at medixambulance.com or by contacting (866) 971-4915.

About Danko Emergency Equipment

Located in Snyder, Nebraska, Danko Emergency Equipment is a family-owned business that manufactures and sells high-quality firefighting and emergency vehicles to fire departments, rural fire districts, and governmental entities. Danko Emergency Equipment manufactures many types of vehicles including Tankers, Pumper/Tankers, Pumpers, Quick Attacks, Rescue Vehicles, Skid Units, Wildland Units, Airport Units, and other Specialty Vehicles. Learn more about Danko Emergency Equipment at danko.net or by contacting (866) 568-2200.

MEDIA REQUEST CONTACT INFORMATION

Vanessa Bomboir

Director Marketing, U.S.

Phone: 306-230-7723 | Email: vbomboir@crestlinecoach.com

SALES CONTACT INFORMATION

Rob Eichorst

Vice President U.S. Sales, Medix

Phone: 574-266-0911 | Email: rob@medixambulance.com

Medix Specialty Vehicles Announces North Eastern Rescue Vehicles As New Ambulance Dealer For New England

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ELKHART, INDIANA: Medix Specialty Vehicles is proud to announce North Eastern Rescue Vehicles will now represent the Medix brand, as its newest dealer partner providing new ambulance sales and service throughout New England, including Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island.

North Eastern Rescue Vehicles is one of the largest independent ambulance dealers in the country and has been serving the northeastern region for more than 20 years. In the late 1980s, Bob Reilly, President of North Eastern Rescue Vehicles, started selling vehicles part-time with his then-partner, Bob Barnes. At that time, Bob Reilly was a nationally registered paramedic working with/for Bob Barnes who owned Eastern Paramedics of Syracuse, NY. From these humble beginnings, in 2000 North Eastern Rescue Vehicles was founded and now represents many of the industry’s premier ambulance manufacturers.

“We are thrilled to announce North Eastern Rescue Vehicles (NERV) as our newest dealer partner,” says Greg Rusk, President, Medix Specialty Vehicles. “Their business is built through an unmatched commitment to service, and serving one customer at a time, which aligns with our mission and values. NERV constantly strives to find innovative solutions to the industry’s evolving challenges and with their proven track record as an exceptional ambulance dealer for our partner brands Demers Ambulance, Braun Industries, and Crestline Coach, we are honored to welcome their outstanding team to represent the Medix brand throughout the New England territory. We are also pleased that Roberta & Lucien Rainville will be a key part of the NERV team in New England. We look forward to a long and successful partnership with North Eastern Rescue Vehicles.”

Visit medixambulance.com to learn more about Medix Specialty Vehicles or to find a local dealer in your area.

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About Medix Specialty Vehicles

Medix Specialty Vehicles, Inc. is an industry leader in the manufacturing of Type I, Type II, and Type III ambulances.  Located in Elkhart, Indiana, Medix Specialty Vehicles, Inc. has produced one of the highest quality and best-valued units in the industry since 2001.  You can learn more about Medix Specialty Vehicles on our website located at www.medixambulance.com or by contacting us at (866) 971-4915.


About Demers Braun Ambulance Manufacturer

Through its strong family of brands – Demers, Braun, Crestline, Medix – the Company operates six production/service sites across North America and employs over 1000 team members. The Company is the second-largest ambulance manufacturer in North America. Its offering of ambulance products range from the price-conscious value ambulance to the highly-customized specialty vehicle. To learn more about how Demers, Braun, Crestline, and Medix can help you save more lives, visit Demers-Ambulances.com, BraunAmbulances.com, CrestlineCoach.com, and MedixAmbulance.com


MEDIA REQUEST CONTACT INFORMATION

Vanessa Bomboir
Director Marketing, U.S.
Phone: 306-230-7723 | Email: vbomboir@crestlinecoach.com

 

SALES CONTACT INFORMATION
Rob Eichorst
Vice President U.S. Sales, Medix
Phone: 574-266-0911 | Email: rob@medixambulance.com