Rough Country was founded in 1975 as one of the original off-road shock manufacturers with the classic, yellow-colored shock bodies still seen on the occasional Jeep CJ or squarebody truck to this day! In 1986 Rough Country was purchased by Heckethorn Products Inc, one of the first major manufacturers of aftermarket Jeep Steering Stabilizers.
Soon after, the product line expanded from shocks and steering stabilizers to leveling kits and lift kits for every major make and model. This expansion of the Rough Country brand was guided by a clear vision to provide well-engineered, quality off-road products at an affordable price that any driver could enjoy.
At present, Rough Country boasts a HUGE lineup of products for tons of makes and models. We’ve expanded into popular categories like LED Lights, Fender Flares, Mesh Grilles, and countless other accessories. Additionally, our product lineup now includes a wide range of shocks and struts, including our new N3 Nitrogen charged, large-bore shocks and Performance 2.0 Struts. In 2018 Rough Country debuted Vertex: a new line of upscale reservoir shocks and coilover struts to rival other high-end options on the market.
Rough Country strives to offer the highest-quality equipment and a price that won’t break the bank. We’re all truck and Jeep enthusiasts ourselves, and we build on that excitement each day with new ideas, new concepts, and exciting new products.
Sukup Manufacturing Co. is the world’s largest family-owned and operated manufacturer of grain storage, drying and handling equipment. The company is headquartered in America’s heartland - Sheffield, Iowa - and covers one million square feet of office, manufacturing and warehouse space. The company employs more than 600 people, making it one of the largest employers in North Central Iowa. Three generations of the family are active in the business.
Sukup’s product line includes on-farm and commercial grain bins; portable, mixed-flow and tower dryers; centrifugal and axial fans and heaters; stirring machines; bin unloading equipment and bin floors and supports. Sukup also manufactures material handling equipment including bucket elevators, conveyors and support structures. Sukup has six distribution centers in the Midwest. Sukup products are sold throughout the U.S. and Canada, and in more than 80 other countries.
Founded in 1980 by President Larry O'Toole, Gentle Giant Moving Company® is the premier residential and commercial moving, packing and storage company nationwide.
With regional offices located throughout the US including New England, Brooklyn, Philadelphia, D.C., Charlotte, Florida, and Seattle, Gentle Giant offers local, long distance, and commercial moving services. The company has grown to include storage services, piano moves, craning services (MA), and packing material delivery through its Top Box service.
Culture:
Gentle Giant has been honored to receive numerous awards recognizing its efforts to promote a healthy work environment. These awards include:
• 2021 WorkWell MA Award Winner
• 2024 Healthiest Employers of Greater Charlotte Award Winner
• 2024 Washington's Best Companies to Work For Award Winner
• 2024 Healthiest Employers of Washington, D.C., Award Winner
Visit the Gentle Giant website for a complete list of awards.
Charitable Foundation:
The Gentle Giant Charitable Foundation was founded in 2005 to strengthen the community involvement that has characterized Gentle Giant throughout its 40+ years in business. The foundation focuses on two issues central to the company's values:
• Youth Leadership Development through Athletics and Education
• Homelessness Prevention
Over the years, Gentle Giant has partnered with organizations including Read to a Child, Gentle Giant Rowing Club, and Move for Hunger in its efforts to give back to the community.
Visit the website to read more on the Gentle Giant Charitable Foundation.
Green Moving Company:
Gentle Giant also strives to be green through various initiatives including:
• Reduce and reuse boxes and packing supplies
• Resell used boxes at discounted prices through the Top Box service
• Use biodegradable foam peanuts
• Member of the Climate Action Business Association
Visit the website to learn more about Gentle Giant's green initiatives.