PARTS TOWN ACCELERATES GROWTH THROUGH MASTER DISTRIBUTION PARTNERSHIPS IN Q3 2018

Six manufacturer partners expand relationships with Parts Town to master distribution programs

Parts Town, the market leading foodservice equipment parts distributor with the most in-stock OEM (original equipment manufacturer) parts on the planet, announced today that it has added six new master distribution programs during Q3 2018, including Blodgett, Cadco, Carpigiani, Gaylord, Market Forge, and Marsal brands.

Parts Town first brought master distribution to the industry in 2005 and has since launched 117 master distribution programs. Master distribution programs are an innovative supply chain format being rapidly adopted by manufacturers to bring operational, financial, and customer experience benefits.  Parts Town already has master distribution programs with divisions of Middleby, Welbilt, Unified Brands, Standex, AJ Antunes and dozens of other leading brands. This significantly contributes to Parts Town’s 15 consecutive years of more than 20 percent organic growth. The company has retained 100 percent of its master manufacturer partnerships over the last 13 years.

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“The goal of Parts Town’s master distribution programs is to increase manufacturers’ OEM parts market share, lower their inventory, lower their accounts receivable, and give their customers improved access to OEM parts to keep customer equipment up and running with less downtime,” said Clint Holder, vice president of manufacturer partnerships. “We will continue to accelerate the development of these programs to support our manufacturer partners and deliver results with superior customer experience, innovation rooted in integrity and through genuine relationships.”

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This quarter’s master distribution partnerships provide a significant benefits to service networks and their customers, including increased availability of expert telephone representatives, same day shipping for all in-stock orders placed before 9pm Eastern Time, premium same day delivery available to over 27 cities for extreme emergencies and parts identification support utilizing Parts Town’s industry leading technology to ensure they get the right parts at the right time. All customers can order parts through a variety of channels, including phone, fax, email, mobile app, or at www.partstown.com.

To learn more about Parts Town and their current services, visit www.partstown.com and follow their updates on Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter.

About Parts Town

Parts Town is the market-leading distributor of genuine OEM (original equipment manufacturer) foodservice equipment parts. When there’s a hiccup in any commercial kitchen, Parts Town is ready to jump in and help with the most in-stock parts on the planet, innovative technology, and an unmatched customer experience. Customized solutions benefit food equipment service companies, chain restaurants, institutions and independent restaurants.

Our 360-degree imaging technology, PartSPIN®, valuable interactive diagrams, convenient Smart Manuals, and the industry’s first mobile app allow customers to easily and conveniently find and view equipment manuals and parts in the field, where that info is needed most. These innovations, paired with same day shipping and extended hours of operation, ensure the correct part is ordered and delivered every time.

Partnering with the top manufacturers of commercial cooking, refrigeration, ice and beverage equipment and more, Parts Town improves the supply chain, increases sales of genuine OEM parts and keeps every customer’s business running like clockwork.

Parts Town has been recognized for its company’s growth including ten consecutive years of making the prestigious INC. 5000 list as well six placements to as Crain’s Chicago Fast 50 list.

Parts Town makes finding and buying foodservice equipment parts easy, fast and kinda fun.