Cedar Rapids, Iowa — October 21, 2025 - Martin Equipment, a fourth-generation, family-owned John Deere Construction and Forestry dealer, has officially opened the doors to its new 21,500-square-foot facility in Cedar Rapids. The expanded site, located at 820 Thompson Way SW, began operations on October 20, 2025, marking a major milestone for the company’s ongoing growth and dedication to serving contractors and equipment owners across eastern Iowa.
The new facility replaces Martin Equipment’s former location at 2900 6th Street SW, more than doubling the previous footprint. With a 60% increase in service bay capacity, new overhead cranes for production-class machines, and full-service hydraulic cylinder repair capabilities, the site was engineered to handle larger, more complex projects efficiently.
“This new state-of-the-art facility was designed with our customers in mind,” said DeLene Martin Bane, president of Martin Equipment. “From the layout to the tools and technology, every element supports faster service, greater efficiency, and a better experience for equipment owners and operators across the eastern Iowa region.”
The new service bays feature cutting-edge diagnostic tools and equipment to support both John Deere construction and forestry machinery, helping customers reduce downtime and increase productivity. The shop is staffed by factory-trained technicians capable of handling everything from small machinery repairs to maintenance on production-class excavators and loaders.
The parts warehouse has also been expanded to more than triple its former capacity, ensuring faster parts availability and reduced wait times for customers. A modern customer lounge, showroom, and training area have been added to enhance the experience for visiting contractors, operators, and fleet managers.
The Cedar Rapids branch plays a vital role in Martin Equipment’s regional service network, supporting customers across Benton, Iowa, Johnson, Keokuk, Linn, Poweshiek, Tama, and Washington counties. With the expanded footprint and upgraded facilities, the company is poised to better meet the needs of both long-time and new customers in one of the state’s most active construction corridors.
The Cedar Rapids facility complements Martin Equipment’s other Iowa locations, strengthening its presence across the Midwest. The company continues to emphasize its local family ownership and commitment to long-term relationships built on service, trust, and reliability.
The opening also sets the stage for a special milestone in 2026 — the celebration of Martin Equipment’s 100-year partnership with John Deere. An open house event is planned for next year to mark the occasion, giving customers and community members the opportunity to tour the new facility, meet the Martin Equipment team, and see firsthand the modernized operations.
“This facility represents not only the next chapter in our growth but also a century of partnership with John Deere and commitment to our communities,” Bane said. “It’s about building on a legacy of hard work and service that has defined Martin Equipment for four generations.”
Beyond providing enhanced services, the new facility reinforces Martin Equipment’s ongoing investment in local workforce development. The company continues to employ and train skilled technicians and administrative staff from the Cedar Rapids area, supporting the region’s construction and equipment service industries.
Martin Equipment also plans to integrate sustainability measures into the new location, such as improved energy efficiency systems, modern waste reduction practices, and environmentally conscious material handling — aligning with both John Deere’s and Iowa’s goals for greener operations in heavy equipment sectors.
As one of the leading John Deere dealers in the Midwest, Martin Equipment remains dedicated to delivering reliable equipment solutions, unmatched customer service, and deep technical expertise to construction and forestry professionals.
With the opening of its new Cedar Rapids facility, the company reinforces its role as a trusted partner to builders, municipalities, and contractors across eastern Iowa.
For updates on the 2026 open house and other events, customers can visit MartinEquipment.com.
Originally reported by Martin Equipment in Construction Equipment Guide.
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