CLEVELAND and WALLED LAKE, Mich. – Eaton Corp.’s Aeroquip division has signed an agreement with Michael A. Kunzman & Associates of Walled Lake, Mich., to serve as a manufacturing representative group for the brand. This partnership will allow the representatives at Michael A. Kunzman to represent the entire Aeroquip line of products.
“With over 40 years in the aftermarket industry, their staff has the experience, expertise and professionalism we require of companies that represent our products,” said Eric Durrant, Aeroquip’s aftermarket sales manager.
“Our team is honored to work alongside such a longstanding, top-notch manufacturer within the hose and fitting market,” said Jonathan Kunzman. “Aeroquip’s commitment to high quality, thoroughly tested, U.S.-made components makes them a valuable partner for Kunzman & Associates.”
Kunzman & Associates currently represents many of the finest manufacturers in the aftermarket industry throughout the Midwest. In 2010, the company was honored for the fourth time with SEMA’s Manufacturers Representative of the Year Award. With 18 account representatives, the firm is strategically positioned in the territory to gain quick access to any of their customers.
“We are looking forward to their help in educating the market on the importance of using high-quality hoses and fittings for both performance and safety,” added Aeroquip Marketing Manager Beth Mooney.
Aeroquip is part of Eaton’s Hydraulics Group, a segment of the company’s Industrial Sector. The business is a worldwide leader in the design, manufacture and marketing of a comprehensive line of reliable, high-efficiency hydraulic systems and components for use in mobile and industrial applications.
