In December 2024, the company announced plans to invest more than $28.5 million into its Platte City operations while projecting the creation of 245 jobs tied to the expansion. Since that announcement, the facility has continued to grow rapidly, reinforcing both the strength of Missouri manufacturing and the long-term demand for skilled technical careers. 

A Growth Story in Milestones 

Today, the Platte City manufacturing operation employs 359 team members, representing substantial workforce growth over the past several years: 

• May 2024: 53 manufacturing employees  

• May 2025: 249 manufacturing employees  

• May 2026: 359 manufacturing employees  

“Central Power Systems is a home-grown success story. A Northland family business with national presence and international ties, right here in Platte County. It is a pleasure to work with a company that cares about their employees and is intentional about being local.” – Tina Chace, Executive Director, Platte County Economic Development Council. 

In addition to workforce growth, Central Power Systems & Services continues investing heavily into regional suppliers and service providers. 

The vendor footprint extends that impact further. Central Power directs approximately $144 million annually to Greater Kansas City-area businesses and $193 million across the Kansas-Missouri region, spending that supports manufacturers, logistics firms, contractors, and skilled trade operations throughout the Midwest. 

These partnerships support a broad network of manufacturers, logistics providers, contractors, technical service companies, and skilled trades across the Midwest. 

“Growth means more than expanding operations,” said Paige Roberts, Director of Marketing & Sustainability, Central Power Systems & Services. “It means more careers for local families, more partnerships with Missouri businesses, and more investment staying right here in Missouri. Every project completed inside our Platte City facility creates ripple effects throughout the local economy; from suppliers and contractors to restaurants, schools, and skilled trades. We are proud to continue building, hiring, and investing in the community we call home. This is our Missouri Made impact.”  

• Creating long-term skilled manufacturing careers  

• Investing in workforce development and technical training  

• Supporting Missouri-based suppliers and contractors  

• Strengthening American manufacturing capabilities  

• Building lasting partnerships within the communities it serves  

About Central Power Systems & Services 

Founded in 1954, Central Power Systems & Services is a privately owned company providing power generation, heavy equipment, industrial engine, and diesel-powered infrastructure solutions across the United States. Through its manufacturing operations, dealership network, and technical service capabilities, the company supports customers in critical industries ranging from healthcare and public safety to construction, agriculture, transportation, and data infrastructure. 

Nineteen of the company’s twenty locations are dedicated to the sales and service of generators, heavy equipment, industrial engines, and diesel-powered products. Across its dealership network, the company employs approximately 450 additional team members nationwide. For more information, visit cpower.com.

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Kansas City, Mo. — Central Power Systems & Services has been recognized as a member of Bobcat’s 2026 Portable Power Dealer Leadership Group for the second consecutive year, an honor awarded to the top performing portable power dealers across North America.

Central Power is one of just 11 dealerships in the United States and Canada selected for the distinction, which recognizes exceptional performance in operational excellence and market leadership. Dealers were evaluated through Bobcat’s Dealer Performance Review, a comprehensive evaluation process measuring operational excellence, market leadership and overall business performance. The program allows dealerships to benchmark performance against peers while identifying top leaders within Bobcat’s extensive dealer network.

“Our team works tremendously hard to provide top-tier customer service, and not only do they deliver, but they exceed expectations every time,” said Ryan Chrisler, executive vice president of sales at Central Power Systems & Services. “We are extremely honored to be named to Bobcat’s 2026 Leadership Group and even prouder of our people. This achievement is a testament to our team’s dedication and the strong relationships we’ve built with our customers.”

As members of the Dealer Leadership Group, Ryan Chrisler, Executive Vice President of Sales, and Josh Brown, Rental Sales Manager at Central Power Systems & Services, will serve as strategic advisors to Bobcat leadership. In this role, they will provide insight, feedback and market perspective to help guide product development, programs and initiatives across Bobcat’s portable power division.

About Central Power Systems & Services

Founded in 1954 and headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri, Central Power Systems & Services is a leading provider of power generation, distribution and heavy equipment solutions. With 19 locations and 700 employees across Kansas, western Missouri, northern Oklahoma and Texas, the company serves industries ranging from construction and transportation to critical infrastructure. Central Power is committed to delivering reliable equipment solutions backed by exceptional service and support. For more information, visit cpower.com.

About Bobcat Company

Bobcat Company empowers people to accomplish more, a mission it has honored since creating the compact equipment industry in 1958. As a leading global manufacturer, Bobcat has a proud legacy of innovation, delivering smart solutions to customers’ toughest challenges. Backed by the support of a global dealership network, Bobcat offers an extensive line of worksite solutions, including loaders, excavators, tractors, utility vehicles, telehandlers, mowers, turf renovation equipment, light compaction, portable power, industrial air, forklifts, attachments, implements, parts and services.

With its North American headquarters in West Fargo, North Dakota, Bobcat leads the industry with its innovative offerings designed to transform how the world works, builds cities and supports communities for a more sustainable future. The Bobcat brand is owned by Doosan Bobcat Inc., a company within Doosan Group.

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Central Power Systems & Services, a premier provider of construction and agriculture equipment, is pleased to announce a series of open house events across its six regional locations. These events will provide customers, partners, and community members with the opportunity to tour facilities, meet the team, and learn about the company’s comprehensive heavy equipment offerings.

Open House Schedule:

September 23, 2025 – Oklahoma City Location

September 24, 2025  – Wichita Location

October 7, 2025  – Springfield Location

October 20, 2025  – Midland Location

November 4, 2025  – Corpus Christi Location

December 9, 2025  – Tempe Location

“We’re excited to open our doors to the communities we serve,” said Kyle Kennedy, Chief Operating Officer of Dealerships & Distribution. “These open house events represent our commitment to building strong relationships with our customers and showcasing the expertise and capabilities that have made Central Power Systems & Services a trusted name in the heavy equipment industry.”

Each open house will feature facility tours, heavy equipment demonstrations, and opportunities to meet with technical specialists and service professionals. Attendees will learn about the company’s full range of services, including heavy equipment sales, service and rental, critical power solutions, truck repair services, and emergency support capabilities.

Central Power Systems & Services has been serving customers across the central United States with reliable heavy equipment, power solutions, and truck repair services. The company’s strategic locations ensure rapid response and comprehensive support for construction, industrial, commercial, and fleet customers.

All events are open to the public. For more information about specific open house details, times, or to RSVP, please contact your local Central Power Systems & Services branch.

About Central Power Systems & Services

Central Power Systems & Services is a leading provider of heavy equipment sales, service and rental, critical power solutions, and truck repair services, serving customers across Oklahoma, Kansas, Missouri, Texas, Nevada, and Arizona. The company specializes in comprehensive equipment solutions for construction, industrial, commercial, and fleet applications, backed by expert service and support.

Kansas City, Mo. – Central Power Systems & Services, a leading provider of power generation, distribution and heavy equipment solutions, today announced a new dealership agreement with Takeuchi, adding the manufacturer’s complete line of compact excavators and track loaders to its equipment offerings.

The partnership will bring Takeuchi equipment sales, rental and service capabilities to Central Power’s Woodward, Oklahoma location; four Kansas locations in Wichita, Salina, Colby and Garden City; and three Texas locations in Hutto, San Antonio and Corpus Christi.

“We’re excited to add the Takeuchi product line to our construction equipment offering,” said John Cosgrove, president of Central Power Systems & Services. “Takeuchi’s reputation for quality, innovation and performance aligns perfectly with the values we bring to our customers. This partnership strengthens our ability to deliver reliable, industry-leading equipment solutions backed by the service and support our clients have come to expect.”

Founded in 1963, Takeuchi is an ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of an extensive line of compact track loaders, compact excavators, compact wheel loaders and a compact crawler dumper. The company has built a reputation for producing durable, high-performance equipment designed to meet the demanding needs of construction, landscaping and agricultural professionals.

Central Power Systems & Services, headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri, has been a trusted provider of power generation, distribution and heavy equipment solutions since 1954. With 20 locations and 700 employees across Kansas, western Missouri, northern Oklahoma and Texas, the company delivers comprehensive sales, service and rental support for industries ranging from construction and transportation to critical infrastructure.

The company offers custom-engineered systems, maintains a robust rental fleet, provides certified technical expertise and delivers 24/7 emergency service to meet the evolving needs of its customers. Guided by core values of integrity, humility, partnership and innovation, Central Power continues to grow its capabilities, most recently with the addition of a 750,000-square-foot power generation facility in Platte City, Missouri.

“We’re proud to welcome Central Power Systems & Services to the Takeuchi dealer network,” said Shay Klusmeyer, western division sales manager of Takeuchi-US. “Over the years, Central Power has built a strong reputation for outstanding customer service and deep industry expertise, and we’re confident they will represent the Takeuchi brand with excellence. We look forward to a successful partnership that brings even greater value to customers in Oklahoma, Kansas and Texas.”

The addition of Takeuchi equipment expands Central Power’s already comprehensive portfolio of construction and heavy equipment solutions, providing customers with access to compact, versatile machinery ideal for a wide range of applications including excavation, material handling, site preparation and demolition work.

About Central Power Systems & Services Founded in 1954 and headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri, Central Power Systems & Services is a leading provider of power generation, distribution and heavy equipment solutions. With 20 locations and 700 employees across Kansas, western Missouri, northern Oklahoma and Texas, the company serves industries ranging from construction and transportation to critical infrastructure. Central Power is committed to delivering reliable equipment solutions backed by exceptional service and support. For more information, visit cpower.com.

About Takeuchi Founded in 1963, Takeuchi is an ISO 9001 certified manufacturer of compact construction equipment including track loaders, excavators, wheel loaders and crawler dumpers. Known for quality, innovation and performance, Takeuchi equipment serves construction, landscaping and agricultural professionals worldwide. For more information, visit takeuchi-us.com.

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