Tallman Equipment Announces New Partnership with Platte River Equity to Support Continued Growth

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Tallman Equipment Announces New Partnership with Platte River Equity to Support Continued Growth

COLUMBUS, Ind. June 4, 2026 — Tallman Equipment Company, a trusted supplier of tools, equipment, services, and support for the electric utility and linework industries, announced a new partnership with Platte River Equity, a Denver-based private equity firm focused on investing in established industrial businesses.

The partnership marks an important next step in Tallman’s continued growth, while preserving the company’s long-standing commitment to the people, products, and service standards that customers have relied on for decades.

“This is a growth partnership built around continuity,” said Charlie Vicari, CEO of Tallman Equipment. “Tallman’s customers can expect the same team, commitment to quality, and practical, field-focused service they know today. With Platte River’s support, we’ll be better positioned to invest in inventory, service capabilities, operational strength, and the customer experience.”

Founded on serving the needs of linemen, utility crews, contractors, municipalities, and electrical professionals, Tallman has built its reputation around dependable products, technical knowledge, responsive support, and a deep understanding of jobsite reality. The company’s offering includes lineman tools and equipment, rental services, tool repair and refurbishment, fiberglass testing and refurbishment, groundset and jumperset manufacturing, rope fabrication, rubber goods, and other critical field support services.

“Tallman has earned a trusted position in a highly demanding market. The Company’s customer relationships, field expertise, and service-oriented culture make it a strong platform for continued growth,” said Mike Reilly, Principal at Platte River Equity. 

“We’re excited to partner with the Tallman team, invest in the business, and support the company’s next chapter,” added Peter Calamari, Managing Director at Platte River Equity.

“This partnership gives us more room to grow without losing what makes Tallman different,” added Rick Laramie, President of Tallman Equipment. “Our focus remains where it’s always been: making sure customers get the right tools, equipment, and support so crews can work safely and efficiently.”

About Tallman Equipment Company:

Tallman Equipment Company serves the electric utility, transmission and distribution, contractor, municipal, and linework markets with tools, equipment, services, and support built around field reliability. The company provides lineman tools and equipment from leading manufacturers, along with rental, repair, refurbishment, testing, fabrication, and customer support services.

About Platte River Equity:

Founded in 2006 and based in Denver, CO, Platte River Equity is a private equity firm focused on investments in established lower middle market operating companies within targeted industrial sectors where it has substantial operating and investing experience.  Platte River believes in utilizing prudent capital structures in order to invest in future growth opportunities and withstand changing economic environments.

The firm has raised five funds with committed capital in excess of $1.7 billion.  The Platte River team is one of the largest collective investors across its funds, deeply aligning the firm with its investors and portfolio company management teams.

 

Media Contact:

John Downey

Marketing Director

Tallman Equipment Company

johnd@tallmanequipment.com

877-860-5666

 

Geoffrey Kruger

Geoffrey Kruger

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Born in Washington and raised in Colorado, Geoffrey is a graduate of Calvin University. He is an ardent supporter of the Oxford Comma and smoked meats. He lives in Indiana with his wife and daughter.

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