Parts Town, the technology innovator and market-leading distributor of genuine Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) foodservice, HVAC and residential appliance parts, today announced it acquired 86 Repairs, a technology company in the foodservice space.
86 Repairs’ technology solution, built for foodservice operators, provides an easy and effective way for customers to manage repairs and maintenance. By automating time-consuming workflows, providing actionable insights and helping operators better coordinate with service providers, the platform helps reduce complexity and costs while improving visibility across equipment performance and service activity. Through this acquisition, Parts Town will combine its industry-leading OEM parts availability with 86 Repairs’ advanced technology and insights, creating a more connected experience that helps operators identify issues earlier and make more informed decisions across their operations.
“Our data shows that equipment downtime remains a critical challenge across the foodservice industry, with many of our customers experiencing unplanned outages on a weekly basis causing substantial operational disruption and financial impact,” said Clint Holder, Captain Americas AKA President of Parts Town. “86 Repairs has built an exceptional platform that helps operators simplify the management of repairs and maintenance. Bringing 86 Repairs into the Parts Town family allows us to further invest in technology and AI-driven capabilities that reduce friction, improve visibility and help our customers get equipment back up and running faster than ever.”
Together, Parts Town and 86 Repairs will help foodservice operators run more efficient, reliable operations and ultimately remove the guesswork from repairs and maintenance; allowing operational teams to stay focused on delivering a consistent, high-quality guest experience. The companies will also continue to partner with service providers to help streamline communication and provide valuable insights that strengthen relationships with mutual customers.
Parts Town and 86 Repairs have worked closely together in recent years and share a commitment to innovation and customer success. By combining Parts Town’s industry relationships, data and distribution infrastructure with 86 Repairs’ technology platform, the companies will accelerate product development, enhance service levels, and deliver even greater insights to customers.
“We are excited to join the Parts Town team and leverage our combined strengths to support the restaurant industry through innovation and growth,” said Daniel Estrada, CEO of 86 Repairs. “Our mission has always been to make repairs and maintenance easier for operators, helping them reduce complexity and stay focused on serving guests. Together, we can build on that foundation and deliver even greater value to the restaurants and service partners who rely on us every day.”
“By connecting parts, service, and data more closely than ever before, we can help operators make smarter decisions. This acquisition represents an important step forward to create a more connected service ecosystem and continue transforming how the industry operates,” added Holder.
