BENICIA, Calif., Dec. 27 /PRNewswire/ -- 1-800-Radiator, an auto-parts distribution franchise and the largest independent auto parts distributor in the nation, announced the purchase of JMAC Radiator and Air, one of the most advanced air conditioning distributors in the US. JMAC holds a key position in the air conditioning market as a $13 million dollar company with 18 locations, covering two thirds of the country.
"The acquisition of JMAC sets 1-800-Radiator to leverage a strong competitive force in 2008," said Mike Rippey, CEO of 1-800-Radiator. "We are excited that this will dramatically increase 1-800-Radiator's presence in the air conditioning market."
Through years of success, JMAC developed massive databases and software that helped make the company a leader in air conditioning parts sales. Armed with these assets 1-800-Radiator will approach the air conditioning market with the same power that has allowed 1-800-Radiator's franchise network to dominate the radiator market.
Beyond JMAC's technology, other assets include nearly 90% of JMAC's staff, including the key leadership of Ryan McKenna, General Manager of Nationwide Sales. JMAC's software engineers, sales and technical staff will be retained to maximize the value for 1-800-Radiator's franchisees and the loyal customers who know both companies well.
Entrepreneur magazine recently named 1-800-Radiator as the 37th fastest-growing franchise in the nation in their Annual Franchise 500(R) rankings for 2008.
1-800-Radiator sells radiators, condensers, fan assemblies, gas tanks, heating cores, and other new automotive parts. In almost all cases, it provides same day delivery to customers at their businesses or homes within a few hours.
About 1-800-Radiator
1-800-Radiator is an auto parts distribution franchise and the largest independent parts distributor in the nation with 210 locations in the US and Canada. The 1-800-Radiator business model provides retail and wholesale customers with radiators delivered to their doorstep in a matter of hours at competitive pricing. To their franchisees, 1-800-Radiator provides state-of-the-art software technology, along with 24-7 support. http://www.1800radiator.com.