E-ONE, a Leader in Firefighting Equipment Manufacturing, Expands Production Capacity
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E-ONE Announces Strategic Investment to Increase Production Capacity
OCALA, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
E-ONE, a leading manufacturer of fire apparatus and emergency vehicles, today announced a $23.5 million investment in its manufacturing facility that will expand the company's aerial production capacity by 35 percent and is intended to reduce lead times for fire departments ordering critical equipment needed to help keep their communities safe.
Kittery ME Fire Departments's new E-ONE Select Series Aerial. The Select Series program allows for a custom fire truck to be easily built and engineered allowing for shorter build times. This truck features the E-One Typhoon Chassis, Cummins X12 500hp engine, Waterous 2000gpm pump, 100’ Heavy Duty aluminum ladder, hot dip galvanized frame and torque box and much more.
Fire departments across North America are facing increasing demand for modern ladder trucks and aerial firefighting platforms to support urban and suburban emergency response. The expansion will enhance E-ONE’s ability to meet this growing demand while improving manufacturing efficiency across its Ocala campus.
"This investment reflects E-ONE's unwavering commitment to the firefighting industry," said Mike Virnig, President, Specialty Vehicles segment at Terex Corporation. "Every day of reduced delivery time means people and property are better protected, and that drives our continuous improvement in manufacturing excellence."
Key benefits of E-ONE’s facility expansion
Increase aerial production capacity: Expanded production capabilities will enable E-ONE to increase aerial output by 35 percent while helping to reduce delivery timelines.
Expand manufacturing facilities: The project includes expansion of the existing assembly, fabrication and paint facilities, as well as new construction to support ladder manufacturing and assembly operations.
Improve and expand paint facility: Doubling the size of paint operations will enhance production throughput, improve quality and increase overall efficiency.
Establish a ladder build center of excellence: A dedicated ladder manufacturing facility will address current production constraints and support future capacity expansion.
Focused aerial body assembly and completion: Construct a new, focused facility to allow increased assembly capability, flexibility, and line rate output within the aerial complex.
Reduce testing bottlenecks: Construction of a second test pit at the Ocala campus will eliminate a single point of failure and improve product flow across all E-ONE product lines.
A groundbreaking ceremony will be held at E-ONE’s facility in Ocala, FL in the next couple months to be attended by state and local legislators, local fire chiefs, E-ONE fire apparatus dealers and community leaders.
About E-ONE, Inc.
For over 50 years, E-ONE has been a leading fire apparatus manufacturer, making emergency vehicles, rescue trucks, aerial fire trucks, rescue pumpers and custom fire apparatus. Headquartered in Ocala, Florida, E-ONE is an industry leader in product innovations, new technologies and exceeding customer expectations. E-ONE is owned by Terex Corporation (NYSE: TEX)
About Terex
Terex Corporation is a global leader in specialized equipment solutions, serving essential sectors such as emergency services, waste and recycling, utilities, and construction. Our diversified portfolio positions us in resilient, high-demand markets with strong long-term growth potential. We design and manufacture advanced specialty vehicles—including fire, ambulance, and recreational vehicles—alongside waste collection vehicles, materials processing machinery, mobile elevating work platforms, and equipment for the electric utility industry. Through our global dealer, parts and service network and value-creating digital solutions, we deliver best-in-class lifecycle support, helping customers maximize return on investment. With a strong manufacturing footprint in the United States and operations across Europe, India, and Asia Pacific, Terex combines global reach with local expertise to capture opportunities worldwide. Our strategy is clear: exceed customer expectations, invest in innovation, leverage our diversified portfolio, and deliver consistent, profitable growth for our shareholders. For more information, please visit www.terex.com.
