Verified Nov 2026
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Garner, Iowa
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Since 1990
Stellar Industries is a 100% employee-owned manufacturer headquartered in Garner, Iowa, founded in 1990 and employing an estimated 200-500 people. The company designs and builds custom hydraulic truck equipment, including hooklifts, service cranes, and mechanic trucks, serving the construction, waste management, municipal, and utility sectors. In 2026 it acquired Midwest Fire, extending its activity into the fire apparatus market.
Stellar at a glance
Revenue
$100-250M
Est. band
Employees
200-500
Founded
1990
Headquarters
Garner, Iowa
Import activity
3536
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Construction
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
3536
Named foreign suppliers
50
Top origins
Italy · Greece · Chile · Panama
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Stellar.
What this tells a buyer
Stellar announced its acquisition of Midwest Fire on September 1, 2026, and later that year hired a manager to run its plant in Galion, Ohio.
Stellar's product range includes hydraulic hooklifts, service cranes, and work truck equipment, with its work trucks made available through the Sourcewell cooperative purchasing program from August 2026.
The company is privately held and employee-owned, with an estimated annual revenue band of $100-250 million and facilities in Luverne, Minnesota, Galion, Ohio, and Hastings, Nebraska.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
Overview
Stellar Industries is a 100% employee-owned manufacturer headquartered in Garner, Iowa, founded in 1990 and employing an estimated 200-500 people. The company designs and builds custom hydraulic truck equipment, including hooklifts, service cranes, and mechanic trucks, serving the construction, waste management, municipal, and utility sectors. In 2026 it acquired Midwest Fire, extending its activity into the fire apparatus market.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1990 |
Headquarters | Garner, Iowa |
Employees | 200-500 |
Revenue | $100-250M (estimated) |
What Stellar makes
Stellar's product range includes hydraulic hooklifts, service cranes, and work truck equipment, with its work trucks made available through the Sourcewell cooperative purchasing program from August 2026.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Lighting, LED, Steel, Aluminum (source: stellarindustries.com).
Trade and customs footprint
Stellar announced its acquisition of Midwest Fire on September 1, 2026, and later that year hired a manager to run its plant in Galion, Ohio. US customs bill-of-lading records list 3536 inbound shipments across 50 foreign suppliers, with top origins including Italy · Greece · Chile · Panama.
Latest developments
2026-11-05 — Stellar Hires Keener to Manage Plant in Galion, OH | Stellar (stellarindustries.com)
2026-10-13 — Stellar's Midwest Fire Acquisition Hits Close to Home | Stellar (stellarindustries.com)
2026-09-01 — Stellar Acquires Midwest Fire, Expanding Into Fire Apparatus Market (stellarindustries.com)
2026-08-17 — Stellar Work Trucks Now Available Through Sourcewell (stellarindustries.com)
2026-04-07 — Large OTR Tire Truck Gets New Design | Stellar (stellarindustries.com)
2026-04-01 — Stellar Industries Expands in Galion with Second Shift, Creating New Job Opportunities - Crawford County Now (crawfordcountynow.com)
Facilities
Stellar is headquartered in Garner, Iowa. Public sources also reference these locations:
Luverne, Minnesota — stellarindustries.com
Galion, Ohio — crawfordcountynow.com
Hastings, Nebraska — servicetruckmagazine.com
Company details
The company is privately held and employee-owned, with an estimated annual revenue band of $100-250 million and facilities in Luverne, Minnesota, Galion, Ohio, and Hastings, Nebraska. Stellar was founded in 1990, has an estimated 200-500 employees, and is headquartered in Garner, Iowa.
Frequently asked questions
What does Stellar do?
Stellar Industries is a 100% employee-owned manufacturer headquartered in Garner, Iowa, founded in 1990 and employing an estimated 200-500 people. The company designs and builds custom hydraulic truck equipment, including hooklifts, service cranes, and mechanic trucks, serving the construction, waste management, municipal, and utility sectors. In 2026 it acquired Midwest Fire, extending its activity into the fire apparatus market.
Where is Stellar headquartered?
Stellar is headquartered in Garner, Iowa (190 State St, Garner, Iowa, 50438-1120).
When was Stellar founded?
Stellar was founded in 1990.
How big is Stellar?
Stellar has an estimated 200-500 employees, with revenue in the $100-250M range (estimated).
Does Stellar import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 3536 inbound shipments for Stellar, with top origins including Italy · Greece · Chile · Panama.
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