About 5pints August 9, 2022

The KRUE & KOLE Story

Since 2012

What's in a Name?

What's in a Name?

We believe in the power of partnership. That’s why we named our newest company KOLE Machinery, after our second grandchild, Kole.

For a decade, KOLE watched our first company, KRUE Industrial (named after his older brother), thrive. Through it all, he was our ultimate cheerleader—supporting us every step of the way. That’s real partnership!

Now, the wait is officially over. Armed with new collaborations and expanded capabilities, KOLE Machinery is proud to bring that same spirit of dedication and service to our clients.

KRUE Industrial & KOLE Machinery
Through the Years

2012

2012

KRUE Industrial was launched and we opened our first location in Tempe, Arizona.

2013

2013

Established partnership with Vic Myers Associates.

2014

2014

Moved to a new, larger facility in Tempe, AZ. Added two KRUE team members and doubled in fleet size.

2015

2015

Graduated ASU’s WP Carey School of Business and Small Business Leadership Academy.

2016

2016

Named Salt River Project (SRP) Supplier of the Year and Graduated Arizona Public Service (APS) Diverse Supplier Training Program (DSTP).

2017

2017

Named Arizona Public Service (APS) Key Supplier of the Year. Moved to new larger facility in Tempe, Arizona. Key Speaker at the APS Diverse Supplier Training Program.

2018

2018

Key Speaker at the APS Diverse Supplier Training Program.

2019

2019

Created custom KRUE Outage Kits for Utilities. Key Speaker at the APS Diverse Supplier Training Program.

2020

2020

Launched full Calibration Services and named exclusive on-site partner to manage inventory throughout Pandemic for Utility.

2021

2021

Announced partnership with RAD Torque Systems full line sales / rentals / calibration / repair for all torque tools and accessories.

2022

2022

Announced exclusive partnership with Lucas Oil Products – protecting and preserving the engines that drive the Southwest. Announced partnership with Hi-Force Hydraulic Tools

2023

2023

Launched our YouTube channel, “KRUEtv” providing insight on the value we bring our customers showcasing our partnerships and highlighting new products and capabilities. Established a new team to support Hydro Generation.

2024

2024

Launched our new company, KOLE Machinery.  This is the service arm of our offerings.  Complete sales, rentals, calibration and repair of all Torque Tools, Hydraulic Cylinders, Valve Spreaders, Pumps, Gauges, Chain Hoists, Slings, and all Electronic Instrumentation.

2025

2025

Purchased and moved into our new facilities in Mesa, Arizona.

2012

KRUE Industrial was launched and we opened our first location in Tempe, Arizona.

2013

Established partnership with Vic Myers Associates.

2014

Moved to a new, larger facility in Tempe, AZ. Added two KRUE team members and doubled in fleet size.

2015

Graduated ASU's WP Carey School of Business and Small Business Leadership Academy.

2016

Named Salt River Project (SRP) Supplier of the Year and Graduated Arizona Public Service (APS) Diverse Supplier Training Program (DSTP).

2017

Named Arizona Public Service (APS) Key Supplier of the Year. Moved to new larger facility in Tempe, Arizona. Was a Key Speaker at the APS Diverse Supplier Training Program.

2018

Was a Key Speaker at the APS Diverse Supplier Training Program.

2019

Created custom KRUE Outage Kits for Utilities.
Was a Key Speaker  at theAPS Diverse Supplier Training Program.

2020

Launched full Calibration Services and named exclusive on-site partner to manage inventory throughout Pandemic for Utility.

2021

Announced partnership with RAD Torque Systems full line sales / rentals / calibration / repair for all torque tools and accessories.

2022

Announced exclusive partnership with Lucas Oil Products - protecting and preserving the engines that drive the Southwest. Announced partnership with Hi-Force Hydraulic Tools

2023

Launched our YouTube channel, "KRUEtv" providing insight on the value we bring our customers showcasing our partnerships and highlighting new products and capabilities. Established a new team to support Hydro Generation.

2024

Launched our new company, KOLE Machinery.  This is the service arm of our offerings.  Complete sales, rentals, calibration and repair of all Torque Tools, Hydraulic Cylinders, Valve Spreaders, Pumps, Gauges, Chain Hoists, Slings, and all Electronic Instrumentation. 

2025

Purchased and moved into our new facilities in Mesa, Arizona.