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Published December 12, 2018
As we near the end of 2018, we would like to bring some important dates to your attention so that you are able to plan accordingly and experience as little inconvenience as possible.
view article »Published November 26, 2018
Since our beginning in 1939, we’ve manufactured the industry’s leading crop nutrient applicators and deicing spreaders.
view article »Published November 19, 2018
Highway Equipment Company’s office and production facility will be closed Thursday, November 22, 2018 and Friday, November 23, 2018 so that our employees may celebrate the holiday with their family and friends. We will resume normal business operations Monday, November 26, 2018.
view article »Published October 17, 2018
Our goal at Highway Equipment Company (HECO) is to give our customers everything they need to be successful. Whether they’re using a New Leader or Hi-Way product, servicing the product, or selling it, we want every person who touches our product to have everything they need to be successful.
view article »Published September 21, 2018
Every year, the Des Moines Register recognizes Iowa companies and organizations as Top Workplaces based on surveys completed by the companies’ employees. This year, Highway Equipment Company (HECO) is proud to announce our employees’ survey results placed us in the top 25 (#23 to be exact)!
view article »Published August 29, 2018
Our office and production facility will be closed Monday, September 3, 2018 in observance of Labor Day and will resume normal business operations Tuesday, September 4, 2018.
view article »Published August 15, 2018
Every day, people and companies are generating new ideas and creating new solutions to take the road maintenance and agricultural industries to the next level. Whether that’s through drone technology, autonomous vehicles, or something yet to be invented, there’s one thing we know for certain: these industries are not sitting still.
view article »Published July 16, 2018
While we at Highway Equipment Company (HECO) continue to make technological advancements to help protect this resource and achieve more with less (see Hi-Way’s Xzalt and New Leader’s NL5000 G5 for more information), there is always more a company can do – more we as people can do – to help those in need. That is why we started the H2O (HECO Helping Others) initiative in 2017.
view article »Published June 21, 2018
Highway Equipment Company’s (HECO) production facility will be shut down for annual maintenance starting June 30, 2018, and ending July 8, 2018. During this time, our Sales department will be available to assist you with emergency replacement of off-the-shelf service parts that can be shipped via UPS. All other requests will be addressed when we resume production on July 9, 2018.
view article »Published June 13, 2018
Respecting the environment without sacrificing productivity; historically, that was only a concept. Today, it’s a reality thanks to Hi-Way’s Xzalt and New Leader’s NL5000 G5 precision applicators.
view article »Published May 25, 2018
On this Memorial Day weekend, the Highway Equipment Company (HECO) family is remembering all of our brothers and sisters who lost their lives while serving in the armed forces. Your sacrifice will never be forgotten. Your memory will always be honored. From our hearts to yours, thank you.
view article »Published May 3, 2018
On March 5, 2018, Highway Equipment Company celebrated the opening of its new South American location, New Leader Comércio de Equipamentos Agrícolas e Serviços Limitada (New Leader Brazil). Located in Assis, São Paulo, New Leader Brazil represents HECO's first major step in its international growth. With dedicated sales, support, and training resources, HECO is excited to continue its commitment to excellence in South America through New Leader Brazil.
For more details and relevant contact information, please see the full press release.
view article »Published March 27, 2018
Highway Equipment Company (HECO) including New Leader and Hi-Way offices and production facilities will be closed on Friday, March 30th in observance of Good Friday.
view article »Published December 6, 2017
Highway Equipment Company will have select hours during this Holiday season.
view article »Published June 26, 2017
Highway Equipment Company Annual Maintenance Shutdown July 1 - July 9 2017
view article »Published May 25, 2017
Highway Equipment Company will be closed Monday, May 29th in observance of the Memorial Day holiday.
HECO will resume operations on Tuesday, May 30th.
view article »Published November 17, 2016
HECO Thanksgiving Closure
view article »Published March 9, 2016
Highway Equipment Company (HECO), the manufacturer of Hi-Way® road maintenance equipment and New Leader® crop nutrient applicators, is pleased to announce Daryl Patten, as the new Director of Strategic Development. Daryl is responsible for all activities related to conceptualizing and implementing company strategy and achieving strategic targets. As part of...
view article »Published January 5, 2016
Highway Equipment Company (HECO), the manufacturer of HiWay® road maintenance equipment and New Leader® crop nutrient applicators, is pleased to announce the following organizational changes.
view article »Published October 13, 2015
Highway Equipment Company (HECO), the manufacturer of Hi-Way® road maintenance equipment and New Leader® crop nutrient applicators, is pleased to announce Jarrod Stabnow, as the new Director of Information Technology.
view article »Published September 29, 2015
Bruce Wilson of Mexico, MO, won our Richard Petty Driving Experience Giveaway at the National Farm Machinery Show in Louisville.
view article »Published August 5, 2015
Highway Equipment Company (HECO), the manufacturer of Hi-Way® road maintenance equipment and New Leader® crop nutrient applicators, is pleased to announce the next generation G4 with the release of the NL4500 G4 Edge. The Edge will be introduced and demonstrated at the Illinois Fertilizer and Chemical Association’s MAGIE tradeshow in Bloomington, IL on August 26th and 27th.
view article »Published February 27, 2015
Highway Equipment Company (HECO), the manufacturer of HiWay® road maintenance equipment and New Leader® crop nutrient applicators, is pleased to announce that Cory Venable has been promoted to Director of Business Development.
view article »Published April 9, 2014
“It’s a rare person who can take care of hearts while also taking care of business (unknown),” perfectly describes, to many in the ag industry, the life and legacy of Ingrid Livingston. Ingrid made significant contributions to the industry and touched the lives of many. Although her death tragic, her life accomplishments were vast and far reaching.
view article »Published May 20, 2013
Highway Equipment Company (HECO), the leading manufacturer of Hi-Way deicing spreaders and road maintenance equipment and New Leader crop nutrient applicators, recently released a corporate video that showcases the company's mission, history, and products. Watch it below!
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