Heavy duty bus lift and truck lift leader Stertil-Koni announced that it has welcomed Optimized Distributor Partners (ODP) — a family owned and operated automotive equipment distribution and service company located in Commerce City, Colo. — to its exclusive North American distributor network.

"We know automotive equipment," with in-depth expertise in vehicle lifts, wheel service, shop equipment and heavy duty service equipment, ODP said.

The company is headed by Jeff Murray, president, and his brother Tim Murray, vice president, and supported by an experienced team of service technicians, sales experts and back office support. ODP also has a commercial sales specialist, Matt Elder, who will focus on the Stertil-Koni product line.

In making the announcement, Stertil-Koni General Manager Scott Steinhardt said, "We are extremely pleased to welcome the ODP team to the Stertil-Koni network. What makes this partnership so special is that both companies have built their respective businesses by focusing on the delivery of world-class customer care, superior product selection and an unwavering focus on safety."

Concluded Stertil-Koni president, Jean DellAmore, "ODP brings a deep, experienced team to the Colorado region for Stertil-Koni and we are pleased to welcome them into our growing family of outstanding distributors."