Manufacturers Reserve Supply Strengthens and Expands Trex Distribution Network
WINCHESTER, Va., September 18, 2013 – Trex Company, the world’s largest manufacturer of wood-alternative decking and railing, is growing its presence in the Northeast with the addition of New Jersey-based Manufacturers Reserve Supply (MRS) to its distribution network. MRS will supply dealers across the region with high performance, low-maintenance Trex products.
“Trex has established one of the most robust distribution networks in the industry, and our relationship with MRS will allow us to further expand our market share,” said Ron Kaplan, chairman, president and CEO of Trex. “MRS has a long-standing reputation for integrity, responsiveness and innovation, and we are confident they will provide the highest quality of service to our valued dealer partners.”
Headquartered in Irvington, N.J., MRS is a family-owned, independent wholesale building materials distributor specializing in decking, siding, roofing and trim. Serving the industry for more than 82 years, MRS distributes to lumber yards, specialty dealers and home centers in New Jersey, Eastern Pennsylvania, and lower New York.
“Trex’s recognition and reputation within the wood-alternative decking and railing category is unparalleled,” said Stephen Boyd, president and CEO of MRS. “We’re excited to partner with the industry leader that offers game-changing products. Our core values and strengths will effectively complement each other to create a winning solution for our mutual customers.”
Trex products are offered through an extensive network of building products distributors and dealers, and are sold at more than 6,000 retail locations. For more information about Trex, visit www.trex.com.
About Trex Company
Trex Company is the world’s largest manufacturer of high performance wood-alternative decking and railing, with more than 20 years of product experience. Stocked in more than 6,000 retail locations worldwide, Trex outdoor living products offer a wide range of style options with fewer ongoing maintenance requirements than wood, as well as a truly environmentally responsible choice. For more information, visit trex.com. You also can follow Trex on Twitter (@Trex_Company) or Pinterest (trexcompany), “like” Trex on Facebook, or view product and demonstration videos on the brand’s YouTube channel (TheTrexCo.).
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Contact: Alison Hamer or Hunter Hackett
L.C. Williams & Associates
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