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The story of West Side began in the early 60’s when Rich and Mary Benck started the company in 1962 in Lisle, Illinois. Over the years, the business rapidly grew to boast locations in Rockford, South Holland, and Wheeling. Towards the end of the 80’s, Rich Benck gave everyday control of the company to his three children, Steve, Tom, and Diane. All three are heavily involved in the business today in a variety of roles, and have ably led the company into the 21st century. It was this second generation that oversaw the acquisition of 5 Indiana construction dealerships and an expansion into the specialized rail business. The family recently saw the third generation enter the business with the introduction of Steve’s three children to the company. With its rich tradition of customer service firmly rooted, the company looks future success with high confidence.

Fri November 20, 2015
West Side Tractor Expands CWP Line
West Side Tractor Sales, the authorized John Deere construction and forestry dealer in Illinois and Indiana, announced the expansion of the John Deere compact equipment line in the Indiana market. John Deere’s Commercial Worksite Products (CWP) include skid steers, track loaders, compact excavators and compact loaders....

Thu December 04, 2014
West Side Tractor Sales Announces Food Drive
In the United States, 1 in 6 people struggle with hunger. West Side Tractor Sales, the authorized John Deere construction and forestry dealer for Illinois and Indiana, is running a company-wide food drive....

Sat August 30, 2014
West Side Tractor of Indiana Welcomes All to Open House
On Aug. 19, West Side Tractor of Indiana welcomed customers to its South Bend, Ind., facility location for food and giveaways at its open house. Customers were treated to John Deere equipment demos, in which they were given the opportunity to run the equipment while representatives of John Deere, Talbert Manufacturing, Topcon, Atlas Copco and West Side were on hand to answer questions....

Fri March 01, 2013
Bryan Presents West Side Tractor With STIHL Award
West Side Tractor was presented with STIHL’s Regional Dealer of the Year Award from Bryan Equipment Sales, the midwest distributor of STIHL’s products. West Side Tractor was selected from a group of more than 90 dealers spanning the midwest....

Wed November 14, 2012
West SideTractor, Twin City Collision Repair Hold Pink Gator Fundraiser
West Side Tractor Sales Co. and Twin City Collision Repair announced the winner of the Pink Gator Fundraiser Oct. 30 at an event in Lafayette, Ind. In May, West Side and Twin City kicked off the Pink Gator Fundraiser to support the YWCA Greater Lafayette Women’s Cancer Program....

Thu January 05, 2012
West Side Tractor Sales Adds Sales Representative
West Side Tractor Sales has added Brian Levenhagen to its South Bend, Ind., location as a sales representative. Levenhagen will be responsible for new and used construction equipment, attachments, trailers and machine control systems in six counties in the north central part of Indiana and two counties in southern Michigan....

Wed December 21, 2011
2012 Officers Named at IED Annual Christmas Reception
The Illinois Equipment Distributors held its 45th annual Christmas Reception and Installation of Officer Dec. 2 in Downers Grove, Ill. The newly elected board for 2012 is President Barry Heinrichs of Burris Equipment Co.; Vice President Robert Sloan of Contractors Equipment Rentals; Treasurer Tom Novak of Martin Equip; 1st Year Director Jim Cox of Casey Equipment; and 2nd Year Director Steve Dillon of West Side Tractor Sales....

Thu October 28, 2010
Congressional Rep. Peter Roskam Visits IED Meeting
Illinois Congressional Representative for the 6th District Peter Roskam (R-IL) paid a visit to the Illinois Equipment Distributors meeting Oct 13 in Carol Stream, Ill. Roskam, who is campaigning for a second term, served on the Ways & Means Committee and was recognized by the AED for his support to the industry....

Sat May 08, 2010
West Side Tractor Sales to Carry Atlas Copco Line
Effective immediately, West Side Tractor Sales Co. has joined Atlas Copco’s extensive network of construction equipment dealers. Headquartered in Naperville, Ill., West Side Tractor Sales will carry Atlas Copco’s full line of construction equipment products at each of its locations in Naperville, South Holland, Rockford, Wauconda and Rockdale, Ill....

Sat March 27, 2010
West Side Tractor Sales Co. Hosts Technology Fair
West Side Tractor Sales Co. held the first of three technology fairs on March 25 at its Rockdale, Ill., location. The fair is spotlighting “Engine Emissions — Interim Tier Four (iT4) Readiness,” to help customers prepare for the new emission standards that go into effect on Jan....
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