Fifth wheel manufacturer Fontaine International announced Monday, June 15, that Pro Force Marketing now will represent Fontaine and its aftermarket company, Fontaine Parts Connection, throughout Canada.
“Pro Force has one of the largest, most experienced sales teams serving Canada’s heavy-duty trucking industry,” says Terry Mennen, vice president of sales and marketing for Fontaine International, based in Irondale, Ala. “Pro Force is well-respected within the industry for professionalism, fast service and dedication. We are delighted to put their experience and expertise to work for our customers.”
Pro Force, a specialized sales and marketing agency focusing on the Canadian trucking industry, is based in Winnipeg and says it has field representatives placed strategically across the country, which enables it to provide sales, service and support to truck OEMs, fleets and warehouse distributors from coast to coast quickly and conveniently.
“Pro Force will serve as an extension of Fontaine, offering customers a full range of new Fontaine No-Slack fifth wheels and genuine Fontaine parts, along with local service, support and training,” says Toby Harris, Fontaine Parts Connection vice president of sales and marketing. “We couldn’t ask for a better partner as we continue to expand our presence in Canada.”
Chuck Fritsch, general sales manager for Pro Force, expressed the agency’s enthusiasm for the partnership. “It is an honor to represent the Fontaine International and Fontaine Parts Connection lines,” Fritsch says. “Fontaine has a reputation for quality products and customer support. By combining our resources, we’re confident that Pro Force will help Fontaine grow its business in Canada.”
