Hendrix Timber Mulchers Joins Merlo America’s Dealer Network

Forestry professionals across the Southeast gain a new resource for advanced telehandler solutions.

June 28, 2025

ROCK HILL, SC / LIVINGSTON, TX — Merlo America proudly announces its newest partnership with Hendrix Timber Mulchers, officially welcoming the Texas-based dealership into its growing U.S. network. Hendrix Timber Mulchers now offers Merlo’s complete line of Italian-engineered telehandlers to customers across East Texas and the broader United States.

About Hendrix Timber Mulchers
Built from a background in the timber and tree care industry, Hendrix Timber Mulchers has grown into a trusted source for forestry equipment. They specialize in timber mulchers, brush cutters, grapples and tree care solutions tailored to the demands of land clearing, vegetation management and forestry operations. Based in Livingston, TX, Hendrix offers sales, rentals, parts and service for leading equipment brands.

With years of hands-on experience and a reputation for top-tier customer service, Hendrix Timber Mulchers is a respected name in the region’s forestry and land management sector. Their deep understanding of the terrain, timber lifecycle and contractor needs makes them an ideal partner for Merlo America. The dealership’s dedication to providing dependable, operator-focused solutions aligns with Merlo’s mission to build machines that work as hard as those who run them.

“We are thrilled to offer Merlo as another solution for our customers. Between their expansive line-up of machines and attachments and the technological innovations, we know that our forestry customers will see the value this partnership brings to their businesses,” said Trent Hendrix.

This partnership marks an exciting step forward for both companies. It continues introducing Merlo’s versatile forestry machines to the U.S. market, bringing Italian-made machinery further into the Southeast. For Hendrix customers, it introduces a new class of machinery with versatile capabilities that complement forestry and land-clearing operations, especially when equipped with Merlo’s wide array of attachments.

Built for Tough Tasks, Designed for the Operator
Merlo telehandlers and forestry machines are engineered to perform in demanding environments where operator comfort, safety and machine agility matter most. Standard features like the enclosed 360-degree visibility cab, Adaptive Stability Control System (ASCS) and intuitive capacitive joystick controls create a responsive experience with built-in safety features, giving operators better control, even in rough or remote terrain.

Known for one of the broadest telehandler ranges in the industry, Merlo offers machines that excel in forestry work, including equipment loading, brush handling, vegetation clearing and worksite logistics. With patented automatic attachment recognition and a design that prioritizes versatility and operator comfort, each machine is adaptable to evolving forestry and land management needs. Hendrix Timber Mulchers will provide customers access to these machines, parts, service and product support.

Expanding Dealer Access Across the Southeast
 “When we look for Dealer Partners across the country, we prioritize deep local knowledge and a proven record of customer care,” said Cole Renken, General Manager for Merlo America. “Hendrix Timber Mulchers brings both to the table—with a boots-on-the-ground understanding of forestry work and a team that truly supports its customers.”

As an official Merlo America Dealer Partner, Hendrix Timber Mulchers will now offer full-service sales, rentals, parts and support for Merlo’s complete U.S. lineup. Customers can expect the same reliable service Hendrix is known for, now with access to Merlo’s cutting-edge equipment.

Customers can visit this link to learn more about Merlo equipment, request a demo or contact the dealership for support.

Ready to add Merlo to your forestry fleet?
📍 Visit Hendrix Timber Mulchers in Livingston or head to hendrixtimbermulchers.com to get started.

About Merlo America
Merlo America represents Merlo Group, a global leader in telehandler technology and design. Headquartered in Rock Hill, South Carolina, Merlo America delivers innovative material handling solutions designed and manufactured in Cuneo, Italy. With a product line focused on versatility, safety and operator-first engineering, Merlo telehandlers are used in industries ranging from agriculture and construction to forestry. Backed by a robust dealer network and dedicated support team, Merlo America is committed to helping North American end-users do more with confidence.

Learn more at merloamerica.com