Heil Environmental, the leading manufacturer of refuse and recycling collection vehicles, has chosen First Index, the leading on-line sourcing service, as a key instrument in their global sourcing toolbox. For future sourcing projects, Heil will be using First Index’s RFQ technology platform, worldwide supplier network, and project management services, to identify options for sourcing direct materials, including fabrications, castings, sub-assemblies, and other engineered parts, both domestically and internationally.
“We chose First Index because of their global sourcing experience with metal fabrications and other engineered parts,” said Randall Young, VP & Chief Supply Chain Officer. “Heil continuously strives to identify suppliers who can provide us with parts that meet our strict quality standards, on time, and at globally competitive prices, and First Index will enable us to accelerate this process.”
“We are pleased that an industry leader such as Heil Environmental is joining our rapidly growing list of clients. Our services are a nice fit with Heil’s on going supply chain initiatives, and we anticipate delivering immediate value.” said John Jung, CEO and President of First Index, Inc.
About Heil
Additional information about Heil Environmental is available through www.heil.com or by calling (800) 214-4345.
Heil Environmental, established in 1901, is the first ISO 9001:2000 certified manufacturer of refuse collection bodies in the United States. Heil is the industry leader in automated waste collection technology and offers the broadest product line, including front loaders, rear loaders, side loaders and recyclers. OEM and aftermarket replacement parts are available through Parts Central. Bayne Premium Lift Systems produces hydraulic lifters for refuse collection vehicles and commercial/industrial applications. Heil has manufacturing facilities in Fort Payne, Ala., Greenville, S.C., and Hillend, Scotland. Heil is a Dover Company.
About First Index, Inc.
First Index has been helping buyers and suppliers of custom-made parts and assemblies since 1992, and has steadily grown into the leading online sourcing service and marketplace of its kind world-wide. Thousands of buyers of manufactured parts around the world use the First Index sourcing platform to create and distribute thousands of RFQs annually and to find the right suppliers from First Index’s growing network of suppliers looking to establish new business relationships. First Index continues to strengthen its position as the world leader in facilitating commerce in the manufacturing industry by providing an unmatched combination of technology, information and knowledgeable services to buyers and suppliers, enabling both to gain a sustainable competitive edge. To find out more about First Index, please visit www.firstindex.com.