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Continued from Page 3 Francis’s vision required capable, well-trained management and associates, together with the most advanced tools, technology and facilities available. Three generations of the Butler family have maintained this vision. Matt Butler served as CEO from 1969 to 1998. Dan Butler has served as president since 1998. Francis began with modest stores in Grand Forks and Fargo, providing service in eastern North Dakota and Clay County, Minn. A facility on Main Street in Fargo was built in 1957 and replaced with the current building on Interstate 29 in 1986. In 1964, Butler expanded into western North Dakota with the purchase of Shultz Machinery Co. and its stores in Minot and Bismarck. In December 1988, Butler acquired the assets of Kearns Machinery Co. in Sioux Falls, Rapid City and Aberdeen, S.D. The company now serves customers throughout North and South Dakota. In March of 1999, a new store opened in Jamestown, N.D. BMC has committed to providing the best possible sales and service not only in heavy equipment, but also in agricultural equipment. BMC opened a new training facility and corporate headquarters in Fargo in January 2000.
In May 2005, a new store was opened in Pierre, S.D., emphasizing ag equipment and product support for ag customers. Butler Machinery added another location, in Hankinson, N.D., in 2008. Formerly Green’s Implement Inc., the Hankinson location also is primarily focused on ag equipment. In 2009, a new store was opened in Dickinson, N.D. The Dickinson store focuses on both the heavy construction and agricultural markets. Butler Machinery added another location, in Hoople, N.D., in 2010. Formerly Hurtt Equipment Inc., the Hoople location is primarily focused on ag equipment. In 2012, Butler constructed its 13th location in Huron, S.D. There are now over 13 Butler Machinery locations.
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