September 22, 2026

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Armor Equipment Strengthens Minnesota ServiceCapabilities with Acquisition of Dakota Truck

Acquisition adds truck and trailer repair expertise, building on Armor’s expansion into the Upper Midwest September 16, 2026 LAKEVILLE, Minn. — Armor Equipment, a full-service provider of environmental equipment solutions, has acquired Dakota Truck Co., LLC, a medium- and heavy-duty truck and trailer repair business based in Lakeville, Minnesota. The acquisition, effective September 1, 2026, adds complementary truck repair capabilities to Armor’s equipment sales, parts and service operations. Dakota Truck provides maintenance and repair services across vehicle makes and models, including engine service, transmission and drivetrain repairs, brakes and suspension, electrical troubleshooting, hydraulic repairs, welding and DOT inspections. These capabilities complement Armor’s work supporting the equipment needs of businesses and municipalities throughout the Midwest. “We’re pleased to welcome Dakota Truck to the Armor Equipment family,” said Tripp Manheimer, president of Armor Equipment. “Our customers need more than the right equipment. They need the service and support that keep it working. Dakota Truck’s repair expertise complements our environmental equipment business and supports our focus on helping customers reduce downtime, extend equipment life and manage their total cost of ownership. It’s another important step as we continue to grow the Environmental Products Group of MH Equipment.” Dakota Truck’s “No Excuses” operating philosophy emphasizes quality workmanship, clear communication, trained employees and honoring commitments to customers. That customer-service focus provides a foundation for bringing the businesses together. “Our customers depend on their trucks to make a living, so getting repairs done right and getting them back on the road is personal to us,” said Ray Williamson, the outgoing owner of Dakota Truck. “Finding a partner who shares that mindset—and values our customers and employees—was important to me. Armor is that kind of company. I’m proud of what our team has built, and I’m excited about the opportunity to build on that foundation with Armor’s resources and support behind us.” The acquisition follows Armor’s purchase of Environmental Equipment & Services in Elko, Minnesota, effective January 31, 2026. That transaction expanded Armor’s footprint across Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota and South Dakota, adding specialized expertise in TYMCO street sweeper sales and the refurbishment and nationwide sale of used sweepers. Armor’s acquisition of Dakota Truck will complement the Minnesota/Wisconsin/North Dakota/South Dakota operations with additional service capacity, as well as expanded truck and chassis repair capabilities. Armor will move its Elko, Minnesota branch location to the Dakota Truck location in Lakeville, Minnesota effective November 1, 2026. Dakota Truck will begin operating as Armor Equipment in September. All Dakota Truck employees (including its team of 5technicians) and leadership will remain; and customers should continue using their existing service contacts. About Armor Equipment Armor Equipment is a full-service distributor and maintenance center for refuse, sewer, street sweeping, and leaf and debris equipment, serving businesses and municipalities across the Midwest. Its regional footprint includes Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, Iowa, southern Illinois, Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota and South Dakota. With a commitment to innovation, sustainability and high-quality standards, Armor Equipment provides equipment sales, parts and service to meet the evolving needs of its customers. Armor Equipment is the Environmental Products Group of MH Equipment. About Dakota Truck Based in Lakeville, Minnesota, Dakota Truck Co., LLC specializes in medium- and heavy-duty truck and trailer maintenance and repair. The company services vehicles across makes and models, offering engine, drivetrain, brake, electrical and hydraulic repairs, inspections and other services that help customers keep their trucks operating.

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WASTE PRO EARNS NO. 3 SPOT ON OBJ’S 2026 GOLDEN 100

LONGWOOD, FL – September 21, 2026– Waste Pro USA has again been recognized among Central Florida’s largest privately held companies, earning the No. 3 spot on the Orlando Business Journal’s 2026 Golden 100 list. The recognition marks the 16th year the company has ranked among the Golden 100’s top five companies, highlighting the company’s sustained growth and longstanding presence among Central Florida’s leading privately held businesses. Waste Pro also ranked on the Orlando Business Journal’s Fast 50, which recognizes Central Florida’s fastest-growing companies based on three-year revenue growth. In addition to the Golden 100, and the Fast 50, as part of their Book of Lists, OBJ also released a list of privately held companies with revenues over $1 billion. Waste Pro ranks No. 6 among companies exceeding $1 billion in revenue. Pictured left to right: Waste Pro President and CEO Sean Jennings and Senior Vice President and COO Keith Banasiak Founded in 2001 by John J. Jennings and headquartered in Longwood, Florida, Waste Pro has grown from a single operating location into one of the nation’s leading privately-owned solid waste and recycling companies. What began with a single truck and just $800 in revenue during its first month has grown into a company with more than 5,700 team members, more than 140 operating locations across 12 states, and projected revenues to exceed $1.6 billion in 2026. Today, Waste Pro provides residential, recycling, commercial, construction, and industrial solid waste services to millions of customers throughout its growing service footprint. Organic growth, strategic acquisitions, and long-term relationships with municipal and commercial customers have helped drive the company’s success. “Twenty-five years ago, my father started Waste Pro with a vision to build a different kind of company — one where our people come first and where growth is earned through service, relationships, and doing things the right way,” said Sean Jennings, President & CEO. “To be recognized among Central Florida’s largest and fastest-growing private companies, and to have ranked among the Golden 100’s top five in 16 of our 25 years, is a testament to the vision my father had and to the thousands of people who have helped build Waste Pro.” This recognition comes during Waste Pro’s 25th anniversary year, which has included employee celebrations, community initiatives, and continued strategic expansion. The milestone provides an opportunity to recognize how far the company has come while continuing towards building a bright future. As the company continues to grow, Waste Pro is investing in technology, safety, operations, and the cornerstone of the company, its people. “These recognitions reflect the hard work of our people and the strong foundation built over the past 25 years,” Jennings said. “We are proud of what we have accomplished together, but we are just as focused on what comes next. We remain committed to investing in our people, our communities, and our operations as we continue building Waste Pro for the next 25 years and beyond.” About Waste Pro USA Waste Pro USA, Inc. operates in 12 southeastern states and is one of the country’s fastest-growing privately-owned waste collection, recycling, processing, and disposal companies. With revenues projected to exceed $1.6 billion in 2026, Waste Pro employs over 5,700 waste professionals who serve over two million residential and 100,000 commercial customers from 140 operating locations. Waste Pro is headquartered in Longwood, Florida, and maintains approximately 260 exclusive municipal contracts and franchises.