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Blooming Prairie, MN, July, 2013 — Minimizer supports many charitable causes both locally and nationally. It does so because their customer base is over-the-road and across the country. The company feels it’s important to support causes beyond its hometown boundaries. However some causes, such as neurological disorders like Parkinson’s Disease and Multiple Sclerosis, are especially close to home for Chief Visionary Officer Craig Kruckeberg. So, when long time friend of Minimizer and adaptive athlete, Kevin Read more…

Minimizer ANNOUNCES additional expansion with new state-of-the-art shipping building Finding itself without adequate shipping space because of significant growth, Minimizer launched an ambitious plan last year to open a new shipping facility in 2012. The new building, operational in April of this year, boasts over 7,000 square feet of space and state-of-the-art workflow patterns and control stations. “We have a commitment to our customers to provide quick turnaround on orders,” said Craig Kruckeberg, Minimizer’s Chief Read more…

Blooming Prairie, MN, June 27, 2013 – Minimizer is pleased to announce the addition of Christopher P. Thorpe “CT” as Chief Financial Officer of Spray Control Systems, Inc. DBA Minimizer. Mr. Thorpe will also serve as Chief Financial Officer and Vice President of Business Development forKruckeberg Enterprises, the holding company of Spray Control Systems, Inc. Minimizer is the world-leading manufacturer of poly truck fenders, poly Tool Boxes, poly floor mats, customized mud flaps, and bracket kits. Read more…

Blooming Prairie, MN, June 14, 2013 – Last evening at the annual gala event celebrating the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year®, Craig Kruckeberg, Minimizer’s CEO & Chief Visionary, was named Entrepreneur of the Year® in the manufacturing category. The award recognizes outstanding entrepreneurs who demonstrate excellence and extraordinary success in such areas as innovation, financial performance and personal commitment to their businesses and communities. Mr. Kruckeberg was selected from a strong pool of Read more…

Blooming Prairie, MN, June 14, 2013 – Last evening at the annual gala event celebrating the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year®, Craig Kruckeberg, Minimizer’s CEO & Chief Visionary, was named Entrepreneur of the Year® in the manufacturing category. The award recognizes outstanding entrepreneurs who demonstrate excellence and extraordinary success in such areas as innovation, financial performance and personal commitment to their businesses and communities. Mr. Kruckeberg was selected from a strong pool of Read more…

Blooming Prairie, MN, May, 2013 – Walt Keeney knows how to transport bulk food products. He understands the rigors of the industry and the need for the right trucking equipment that works and keeps his loads clean and safe from debris. “I’m so excited about the Minimizer fender because of how dynamic the product is,” Walt stated during a recent interview. “It’s dynamic because not only is the product durable but the adaptability and flexibility Read more…