� TREMCAR ACQUIRES PACIFIC TRUCK TANK
Tremcar, a North American manufacturer of tank trailers and truck-mounted tanks for the transport of liquid and dry bulk products, announced the acquisition of Pacific Truck Tank( PTT), based in Sacramento, California.
This acquisition represents an important step in Tremcar’ s strategic plan to
expand its market presence in the United States, Tremcar said. By joining forces with Pacific Truck Tank, Tremcar will strengthen its position in the petroleum and propane sectors, the company said. The acquisition was completed on Oct. 20, 2025. Founded in 1981, Pacific Truck Tank manufactures and services custom petroleum and propane delivery units, including propane bobtails, LPG service trucks, and petroleum bobtails. Operating from a 22,000-square-foot facility with six large work bays, the Sacramento-based company serves customers throughout the western states and into western Canada. The company is a DOT-registered shop and holds an ASME“ R” Stamp # 2483.“ We are thrilled to welcome Pacific Truck Tank to the Tremcar family,” said Daniel Tremblay, President of Tremcar.“ This acquisition allows us to reinforce our service offering in the petroleum and propane industries while extending Tremcar’ s footprint across the western United States. It will also generate additional work for our manufacturing plants in Ohio, Massachusetts and Québec, strengthening our North American operations.”
As part of the acquisition, Pacific Truck Tank’ s owners and employees will remain with the company, ensuring continuity. Tremcar plans to maintain the Sacramento facility as a strategic service and assembly hub for U. S. customers.“ This partnership brings together two companies with shared values— quality, innovation, and customer dedication,” said Kirby Fleming, CEO of Pacific Truck Tank.“ By joining Tremcar, we gain access to broader resources and manufacturing capacity while continuing to serve our loyal customers with the same trusted team.”
� LARRY SHOEMAKER NAMED PHCC’ S HVAC CONTRACTOR OF THE YEAR
Recognized for his innovative business practices, dedication to workforce training, and commitment to customer care, Larry Shoemaker of Deluxe Plumbing has been named the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors— National Association’ s( PHCC) 2025 HVAC Contractor of the Year. The award, sponsored by PHCC Corporate Partner Rheem, was presented during PHCC CONNECT 2025 in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Shoemaker is widely recognized for leading by example and setting the highest standards of professionalism for his team of more than 40 employees. Under his leadership as company owner, Deluxe Plumbing has prioritized ongoing training in plumbing, HVAC, and electrical work, with an emphasis not only on technical expertise but also on customer service excellence. He has developed structured programs to ensure client satisfaction, including customer feedback surveys, technician performance scorecards, incentive programs tied to service quality, and a 24-hour satisfaction resolution policy. Shoemaker has championed forwardthinking management and efficiency, introducing innovations like companywide iPad use for technicians. This
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