Trail King Industries acquires Dakota Trailer Manufacturing

May 4, 2015
Trail King Industries has just acquired Dakota Trailer Manufacturing, a manufacturer of Aluminum Grain Trailers for the agricultural market.  Trail King, as a manufacturer of agricultural, commercial, construction, material hauling, and specialized hauling equipment made this acquisition as part of the company’s long-term strategic growth plan, according to the company.  The company said the acquisition sets the stage to expand and complement Trail King’s agricultural product line which will now include Aluminum Grain Trailers, ranging in sizes from 21 to 51 feet.  By adding this product line Trail King said it will not only strengthens its existing agricultural offerings, but also reinforces its commitment to fully serve its dealer and customer base. “Our sights are set on continuing to exceed dealers’ and customers’ expectations by providing new solutions that complement Trail King’s current offerings,” said Bruce Yakley, president and CEO. “Trail King’s proven success, widely-recognized brand value and expansive dealer and customer reach makes it an exemplary home for Dakota Trailer with boundless possibilities for the future,” said Brian Strahl, president and owner of Dakota Trailer.  

Voice your opinion!

To join the conversation, and become an exclusive member of FleetOwner, create an account today!

Sponsored Recommendations

Improve Safety and Reduce Risk with Data from Route Scores

Route Scores help fleets navigate the risk factors they encounter in the lanes they travel, helping to keep costs down.

Celebrating Your Drivers Can Prove to be Rewarding For Your Business

Learn how to jumpstart your driver retention efforts by celebrating your drivers with a thoughtful, uniform-led benefits program by Red Kap®. Uniforms that offer greater comfort...

Guide To Boosting Technician Efficiency

Learn about the bottom line and team building benefits of increasing the efficiency of your technicians in your repair shop.

The Ultimate Trailer Tracking Technology Checklist for Enterprise Fleets

We understand the challenges you face in consolidating inventory, reducing theft, and tracking revenue. That’s why we’ve created the ultimate checklist to help you evaluate your...