Listing Details:

• Business Category:     Manufacturing
• Price:                             $450,000     
• Reason for Sale:          Retirement   
• Location:                      MidWest - fully relocatable         
  
• Support &Training:     12 weeks
• Non-Compete:             500 miles for 10 years
• Years Owned:              25+

Business Description

For over 25 years, this U.S.-based company has been a trusted name in tire shear machines and de-rimmers, supplying durable equipment worldwide. With a wide customer base - including landfills, waste haulers, tire dealers, salvage yards, transfer stations, and environmental cleanup firms - the business has strong brand recognition and a proven track record.

Highlights:

• Established Reputation: 25+ years of brand presence in the industry, known for quality machines and customer service.
• Diversified Customer Base: Serving landfills, independent tire shops, trucking companies, municipalities, roll-off operators, wholesalers, and more.
• Strong Margins: Profitable product lines with low warranty claims and high durability.
  

Operations

• All equipment manufactured in the U.S.
• Operations have historically been based in the Midwest but are fully relocatable.

Ideal Buyer:

• A manufacturing facility with available capacity and a salesperson or team in place ready to scale.
• An owner-operator seeking a business with a recognized reputation and in position to grow.
• Buyer with sales and marketing experience that could focus on growth and outsource the manufacturing of the units.

Assets Included in Sale

• Engineered 3D CAD drawings and IP for all branded units.
• Customer lists and historical sales data.
• Established goodwill and decades of brand recognition.
• Brand name & logo
  
• Marketing materials

Reason for Sale

• Retirement

Bottom Line

With millions of tires discarded each year, there’s a worldwide need for reliable processing solutions. This tire shear business positions an operator or investor to tap into that demand with equipment built for performance and profitability. This “sleeping giant” has not had a dedicated sales push in over a decade. A new owner with sales expertise and a manufacturing facility platform can quickly scale production and restore volumes. With industry regulations ensuring demand for tire processing, this is a durable opportunity with lasting relevance.

Business History

Currently, production is handled by a local manufacturing facility that builds new units and replacement blades as needed. In prior years, when sales volumes were higher, the company contracted with a larger manufacturer to fulfill unit production. This flexible model shows the business can scale up or down depending on sales activity, while maintaining quality and U.S.-based manufacturing.

Competitive Analysis

Known in the industry for their quality and durability. Their units are constructed heavier and built to last.

Growth Potential

• Very limited advertising to date presents a major opportunity for renewed marketing and stronger industry engagement.
• Dedicated sales push for new equipment can quickly increase revenues.
• Blade replacements provide some recurring revenue; a formalized automatic replacement program for blades and other components could significantly expand this stream.
• Strong opportunity to re-establish presence at trade shows, conventions, and in industry publications to reclaim visibility and drive new unit sales.

Owner Weekly Hours

1-5 Hours Weekly

Products Offered

Tire Shear and De-Rimmer Machines

Revenue Trends

With a dedicated sales team, the business consistently generated gross sales of about $1M annually. In recent years, with a longtime owner slowing down in retirement, sales have declined and consist of replacement blade sales and occasional component sales.

Owner Roles and Hours

The owner currently manages customer phone calls regarding replacement blade orders, responds to inquiries on new units, and assists customers with additional needs. The owner coordinates a monthly advertisement in an industry trade publication.

Customer Reviews

Positive customer reviews that speak about the durability of the machines and the positive customer service provided.

State of the Industry

Tires are an endless commodity, and regulations ensure they must be processed. This creates a durable business opportunity with long-term relevance and steady demand.

Relocatable?

This is relocatable to just about anywhere with a manufacturing facility, tools, and an experienced salesperson or sales team in place.

Home Based?

This is currently home based, with manufacturing being coordinated at a local manufacturing facility.