AGOURA HILLS, Calif. — BendPak Inc. plans to build an industrial complex for light manufacturing and assembly of its auto service equipment and products near Mobile, Ala.
Company executives gathered with local leaders Sept. 10 to break ground for the new industrial complex the global garage equipment manufacturer is building on 33 acres in Mobile County, Ala.
"In times when some companies may choose a more conservative approach due to economic uncertainties, BendPak has always embraced a bullish mindset," BendPak President and CEO Jeff Kritzer said.
"We've consistently invested in our infrastructure and capabilities, and these bold moves have not only sustained us, but have driven our continuous growth. The new BendPak Industrial Complex is a testament to our confidence in the future and our commitment to meeting the evolving needs of our customers."
The complex will feature several multi-use buildings for light manufacturing and assembly, product development and testing, and distribution, marketing and sales support. It is located a couple miles from BendPak's East Coast campus.
BendPak Industrial Complex's layout is designed to streamline supply chain and distribution operations, minimizing handling time and enhancing efficiency, the company said.
Due to the massive size of the project, it is being built in phases, with phase one expected to be complete in fall 2025.
As BendPak continues to scale operations, the new site offers the flexibility to accommodate future growth and expanded manufacturing initiatives, the company said.
Since its founding in 1965, BendPak, a privately held company headquartered in Agoura Hills, has evolved into a major supplier of car lifts and automotive service equipment. Its brands include Ranger, Autostacker, QuickJack, Cool Boss, MaxJax and Ergochair.
BendPak products include a wide range of lifts, wheel service equipment, pipe benders, air compressors, brake lathes, evaporative air coolers and rolling work seats.
