


EDEN PRAIRIE, MN, October 30, 2024 – Hartfiel and Fiero Automation are excited to announce an expanded IMI-Bimba automation distribution partnership, now extending to all regions. With the addition of Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Georgia, we now represent IMI-Bimba in every corner of our service area.
“We’re thrilled to expand our IMI-Bimba automation distribution capabilities to include our Minnesota and Georgia branches,” said Scott Albrecht, Vice President of Advanced Control Technologies and Minnesota/Iowa Regional Sales Manager. “Our long-standing relationship with IMI-Bimba, a technology and market leader, makes this a natural next step. We look forward to many more decades of growth together.”
This expansion aligns with Hartfiel and Fiero Automation’s mission to Build a Stronger America by Strengthening American Manufacturing through innovative automation solutions. With IMI-Bimba automation distribution now available across all territories, we’re better equipped than ever to help customers enhance performance, improve efficiency, and innovate their processes.
“We are excited to bring IMI-Bimba’s advanced solutions to customers in Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Georgia,” said Pat Schusted, President and CEO of Hartfiel and Fiero Automation. “This expansion reflects our growing commitment to IMI across all 21 states in our trade area.”
Enhanced Customer Benefits
This expanded distribution partnership delivers significant advantages for manufacturers across our service regions:
- Comprehensive Coverage: Access to IMI-Bimba’s complete product portfolio including pneumatic cylinders, actuators, and automation components
- Local Support: Regional technical expertise and faster response times for critical applications
- Streamlined Procurement: Single-source solution for complex automation projects requiring multiple product lines
- Enhanced Engineering Support: Combined expertise from both Hartfiel’s applications engineers and IMI-Bimba’s technical specialists
Our enhanced distribution capabilities ensure manufacturers receive the advanced pneumatic, hydraulic, electric, and sensing technologies they need to stay competitive in today’s demanding industrial environment.
About IMI
IMI is a forward-thinking innovator in pneumatic, hydraulic, electric, and sensing technologies for automation. IMI is committed to delivering superior customer satisfaction through outstanding service, quality, and value.
About Hartfiel and Fiero Automation
Hartfiel Automation is a leading provider of automation solutions, offering products in hydraulics, aluminum extrusions, robotics, and more. With a focus on innovative technologies and customer-centered service, Hartfiel Automation partners with world-class manufacturers to deliver tailored solutions that meet the needs of diverse industries.
For more information about our expanded IMI-Bimba distribution capabilities, contact your regional Hartfiel location.