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2026 OPE Dealer Survey Reveals Biggest Trends in Parts & Accessories

April 24, 2026 | Posted in Manufacturer News, Dealer News

The Outdoor Power Parts & Accessories Association (“OPPAA”) is pleased to announce the release of its 2026 OPE Dealer Survey: Parts and Accessories.

Oregon Tool Promotes Terry Hames to CEO

Oregon Tool, Inc. recently announced the promotion of Terry Hames to Chief Executive Officer from his previous roles as President & Chief Financial Officer. Hames succeeded Elliot Zimmer, who transitioned out of Oregon Tool at the end of April, 2025, according to a statement from the Portland, Ore.-based company.

May 28, 2025 | Posted in Manufacturer News

Oregon Tool, Inc. recently announced that Terry Hames has been promoted to Chief Executive Officer from his previous roles as President & Chief Financial Officer.

Oregon Tool Unveils TerraMax Trimmer Line

March 27, 2025 | Posted in Manufacturer News

Source: Oregon Tool

TerraMax is made with a high-grade copolymer blended for added strength and stiffness making it ideally suited to cut through dense and robust vegetation with ease.

5 Dealer Takeaways From Equip Expo 2023

By Ben Thorpe posted on October 20, 2023 | Posted in Event Coverage

Rural Lifestyle Dealer editors were on the ground at this year's Equip Expo in Louisville, Ky. These are their top takeaways from the show.

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Oregon Tool’s New CEO Talks Dealer Development, Preparing for 2024

Zimmer brings a decade of experience working with an HVAC dealership network

By Ben Thorpe posted on August 28, 2023 | Posted in Manufacturer News

In June, Oregon Tool announced the appointment of a new CEO: its then-COO Elliot Zimmer.

Oregon Tool Appoints New CEO

July 6, 2023 | Posted in Manufacturer News

Zimmer started as Oregon Tool’s COO in 2022 and brings more than 20 years of experience working in a variety of leadership roles.

Oregon Tool Celebrates 75th Anniversary

May 19, 2022 | Posted in Manufacturer News

In 1947, forester Joe Cox observed the C-shaped jaws of a timber beetle larva deftly chewing through wood. This was the inspiration for his “Cox Chipper Chain,” which he quietly invented in the basement of his home in Portland, Ore.

Platinum Equity to Acquire Oregon Tool from American Securities and P2 Capital Partners

July 15, 2021 | Posted in Manufacturer News

Platinum Equity, American Securities and P2 Capital Partners today announced the signing of a definitive agreement under which Platinum Equity will acquire Oregon Tool, a global manufacturer and distributor of aftermarket-driven professional grade cutting tools, outdoor equipment accessories and parts.

Blount Inc. Rebrands as Oregon Tool

May 10, 2021 | Posted in Manufacturer News

Blount, Inc. unveiled a new corporate name that positions it for growth while honoring its heritage: Oregon Tool. The global manufacturer of professional grade cutting tools and equipment selected Oregon Tool as its new name to harness the power of its pioneering origin story.

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