West Side Tractor Sales Co. Inc. News and Info : Construction Equipment Guide

The story of West Side began in the early 60’s when Rich and Mary Benck started the company in 1962 in Lisle, Illinois. Over the years, the business rapidly grew to boast locations in Rockford, South Holland, and Wheeling. Towards the end of the 80’s, Rich Benck gave everyday control of the company to his three children, Steve, Tom, and Diane. All three are heavily involved in the business today in a variety of roles, and have ably led the company into the 21st century. It was this second generation that oversaw the acquisition of 5 Indiana construction dealerships and an expansion into the specialized rail business. The family recently saw the third generation enter the business with the introduction of Steve’s three children to the company. With its rich tradition of customer service firmly rooted, the company looks future success with high confidence.

CEG - Tue September 17, 2019

Dealers Demonstrate Iron as 'Vendor Equipment Showcase' Makes Its Debut at 132nd Annual Sandwich Fair in Illinois

Since 1888, Sandwich, Ill., has hosted what has become one of the oldest continuous county fairs in the state. The DeKalb County event has evolved from an annual livestock show, to what is now a five-day event featuring harness racing, concerts, an antique car show and more....

West Side Tractor Sales - Tue September 17, 2019

West Side Tractor Sales Receives Community Service Award

The Family Business Center at Loyola University Chicago's Quinlan School of Business announced West Side Tractor Sales has been selected as the recipient of the 2019 Illinois Family Business of the Year Community Service Award....

West Side Tractor Sales - Wed June 26, 2019

West Side Tractor Sales Opens New Facility in Terre Haute

The doors have officially opened for business at West Side Tractor Sales' newest location in Terre Haute, Ind. West Side Tractor — a John Deere construction and forestry equipment distributor — is the first John Deere construction dealership to have a physical presence in this market....

CEG - Wed May 29, 2019

West Side Tractor Sales Announces Changes to Its Team

West Side Tractor Sales, the John Deere construction and forestry equipment dealer in Illinois and Indiana, recently announced its latest promotions and additions to the West Side team. Meghan Hargrave, Sales Manager — IllinoisMeghan Hargrave joined the West Side team as an Illinois sales manager in January 2019....

West Side Tractor Sales - Wed May 01, 2019

West Side Tractor Sales Plans New HQ

West Side Tractor Sales Co. — a John Deere construction and forestry equipment dealer — is planning for the future with plans for a 75,000-sq.-ft. flagship headquarters at 3300 Ogden Ave. in Lisle, Ill....

CEG - Wed October 31, 2018

Jeffrey Pratt, Sales Manager at West Side Tractor, Dies at 53

Jeffrey Pratt, territory sales manager of the South Holland, Ill., branch of West Side Tractor, died unexpectedly Sept. 3, 2018. He was 53. A West Side employee for 30 years, Mr. Pratt "provided that spark that made our South Holland branch a power house," the company's tribute on its Facebook page said....

AED - Wed May 30, 2018

AED Chairwoman Makes Call to Action on Infrastructure

On May 15, 2018, on the grounds of the United States Capitol, AED's 2018 Chairwoman Diane Benck of West Side Tractor Sales Co. demanded congressional action to invest in the nation's crumbling infrastructure....

Tue May 15, 2018

AED Chairwoman Demands Immediate, Bipartisan Action on Infrastructure

On May 15, on the grounds of the U.S. Capitol, AED's 2018 Chairwoman Diane Benck of West Side Tractor Sales Co. demanded congressional action to invest in the United States' crumbling infrastructure....

Wed February 14, 2018

AED Holds Annual Summit, CONDEX in Vegas

The Associated Equipment Distributors (AED) held its annual Summit and CONDEX Jan. 15 to 19 at The Mirage in Las Vegas. The event drew more than 1,600 attendees and featured 138 exhibitors in CONDEX and 60 suite holders....

Thu January 25, 2018

West Side Tractor Owner Diane Benck Signed as First Female Chair in 100 Years of AED

On Jan. 18, Diane Benck, owner and vice president of general operations of West Side Tractor Sales and RCE Equipment Solutions, was signed in as the Associated Equipment Distributors (AED) 2018 Chairwoman....

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