Becker Wholesale Mine Supply was established in Irwin, Pennsylvania, in 2003 by founder and president Bill Hensler. He and his wife, Sue, both exposed to the mining
industry for some time, found that the industry needed a company
that could supply them with the most comprehensive collection of
underground communications technology.
It was that commitment to the industry that brought family support
to the mix, and with that there was no doubt the company that would
become WMS was coming to fruition.
The industry, hungry for a knowledgeable supplier of the latest
communication technology, responded with a high level of support
nearly from the start. Like a snowball, the company gained strength
through its partnerships. According to Hensler, "We have kept growing with the addition of great employees and new product lines such as Varis IS-MSHA, Becker, Mine Tracer, and Kenwood." WMS now
serves as distributor for the entire product line for each company.
While providing cutting-edge products to the industry, the second
portion of Wholesale’s mission is to keep strong ties with its
own distribution chain. The company has always been and will continue
to be appreciative of those suppliers, which include Wallace Electric Systems, LLC, Mine Systems Co., Delta Electric, Inc., Carroll
Engineering, and Industrial Mine Supply.
As the largest supplier of underground communications systems in
the United States, WMS’s strong dedication to customer service
and business relationships will keep its mission strong. The best
is yet to come and, with a constant focus on upgrading products
to meet industry demands, it is coming at the speed of light. |