Posted by Marion Body Works on (April 23, 2025)

Celebrating Excellence at FDIC 2025: Marion Body Works Dealer Awards & Apparatus Showcase

FDIC 2024 Dealer Award

 

 

Indianapolis, IN – FDIC 2025 was another exciting and successful year for Marion Body Works as we gathered with industry leaders, partners, and customers to celebrate innovation, dedication, and excellence in the fire and emergency service sector.

 


 

One of the highlights of our FDIC experience each year is recognizing the exceptional efforts of our dealer network. These teams and individuals go above and beyond to represent Marion Body Works in their communities, and we are proud to honor their commitment and results.

2025 FDIC Dealer Sales Contest Winners

We are thrilled to announce the winners of the 2025 Dealer Sales Contest:

  • 1st Place: Alan Harris – Northeastern Fire Associates, CT

  • 2nd Place: Todd Prellwitz – Emergency Vehicle Services, WI

  • 3rd Place: Robert Radecki – Neville Fleet, NY

  • 4th Place: Jason Harris – Uncle Sam Fire Apparatus, NY

  • 5th Place: Jon Schrumm – Northeastern Fire Associates, CT

We’d also like to recognize Northeastern Fire Associates as the 2025 Top Dealership. Their dedication to excellence and customer service continues to raise the bar.

These awards are more than just recognition—they’re a testament to the drive, professionalism, and customer-first mindset that our dealer network brings to every department and community they serve.

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FDIC Apparatus Showcase: Chester Hose Company & Melville Fire Department

In addition to the awards, Marion Body Works proudly showcased two standout apparatus at FDIC 2025:

  • Chester Hose Company’s new custom pumper

  • Melville Fire Department’s new custom pumper

We’re incredibly grateful to both departments for allowing us to display these impressive trucks on the show floor. Their trust in our craftsmanship is something we don’t take lightly. We also want to recognize the incredible effort from our internal team—your attention to detail and pride in your work helped us put our best foot forward.

Looking Ahead

As we reflect on an exciting FDIC 2025, we’re filled with gratitude for the relationships, innovation, and passion that continue to drive this industry forward. Congratulations again to all of our award winners and a sincere thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth.

Here’s to continued growth, stronger partnerships, and raising the standard for fire and emergency vehicles in 2025 and beyond.

 

About Marion Body Works

Marion Body Works manufactures Fire & Emergency Apparatus, Commercial Truck Bodies, Aluminum Custom Cabs, Custom Engineered Vehicles, and Defense Products for customers across the country. Marion has been privately owned, family operated, and continuously operated in Marion since they were founded in 1905. Marion specializes in all aluminum products, with more experience in this area than any other U.S. manufacturer. The company’s capabilities include aluminum and steel fabrication, welding, plumbing, foam insulation, hydraulics, electrical and electronic controls, and painting.