Munroe, Wash.-based demolition-machine provider Brokk has a new distribution center in Hamilton, Ont. The company says that while it has had a sales presence in Canada for more than 30 years, the new facility marks an expansion of its network.

The 372 square-metre (4,000 square-foot) distribution facility will house the full line of demolition machines with attachments as well as Aquajet Hydrodemolition robots and parts inventory for both brands. The new centre will also offer Brokk and Aquajet demonstrations. Brokk points out that Canadian customers now have access to a in-country distribution centre and no longer have to wait for equipment to go through customs from the United States.

“Adding a distribution centre gets us closer to our Canadian customers and generally streamlines the ordering and shipping process,” said Lars Lindgren, president of Brokk, Inc.

The new location will be run by Jim Bennett, who joined the Brokk team in Canada as warehouse and logistics manager. Bennett’s responsibilities include managing product and assisting customers and regional sales managers by providing parts support throughout Canada.

Bennett has more than 30 years of warehouse and logistics experience within the auto and construction sectors. He started working as a warehouse manager before working his way up to operations supervisor. His last two positions have been as a warehouse manager and warehouse supervisor before transitioning to his current role with Brokk.