More fleet owners are prioritizing maintenance over replacement as higher equipment acquisition costs and longer ownership cycles continue to shape purchasing decisions across the industry. Rather than replacing machines at earlier intervals, many businesses are choosing to extend the life of their existing fleets through proactive service, refurbishment, and repainting.

The 2026 trade show season is shaping up to be a significant one for the equipment industry. Two major events — CONEXPO and The ARA Show — will bring together manufacturers, dealers, service providers, and industry leaders from across North America.

Stack Equipment has opened its fourth location in Concord, North Carolina, expanding our footprint to better support customers across the Mid-Atlantic and beyond. This new Concord facility allows us to deliver faster response times, increased service availability, and more localized support for contractors, rental companies, and fleet owners throughout North Carolina and surrounding states.