Experience Since 1947
Interstate Diesel Service (IDS) was founded by Mr. Al Buescher. At the time, trucks were powered by gasoline engines not diesel engines. Diesel engines were new to the scene and it was a fast-growing market in the USA. Interstate Diesel shared a small space within ACME Radiators on Carnegie Ave.
American Diesel, a Detroit Diesel© injector rebuilder on the west side of Cleveland was acquired and integrated into IDS.
IDS makes its second acquisition – Korody Marine’s fuel injection business.
IDS becomes the largest independent aftermarket rebuilder of Detroit Diesel© injectors in North America.
IDS acquires Findley Diesel, a manufacturer of Cummins© fuel injection. IDS begins production of Cummins© plungers and barrels.
McBee Supply Corp. is born as Mrs. Ann Buescher pushes the company beyond manufacturing and into distribution of replacement parts for both Cummins® and Caterpillar® fuel injection. Together, IDS and McBee Supply become known as Interstate-McBee (IMCB).
IDS becomes the OEM fuel injection supplier to Allis Chalmers® leading to the initial production of needle valve nozzles.
McBee goes beyond just fuel injection and launches its Cummins® Engine Replacement Parts line.
Interstate-McBee wins the coveted “E” award, awarded by the President of the United States for “Excellence in Export”.
Due to growth, IMCB moves from its second location on East 19th Street to 4901 Lakeside Avenue.
Many new, large investments are made in computer numerically controlled lathes, machining centers and grinders enhancing manufacturing capabilities.
IMCB patents the “Ecotip®” for EMD® fuel injectors. The Ecotip technology provides lower smoke and better fuel economy.
IMCB acquires the Cummins® aftermarket engine parts business from Dipaco.
IMCB launches Detroit Diesel® engine components.
IMCB starts in-house production of gaskets at its Cleveland plant.
IDS becomes the exclusive OEM mechanical fuel injection supplier to Electro Motive Diesel®. All initial EMD® emissions certified engines use IMCB patented Ecotip technology.
IMCB opens new branch warehouse in Miami, FL.
IMCB expands into new Distribution Center facility at 5300 Lakeside Ave. IDS decompresses into full 4901 facility.
IMCB opens new branch warehouse in Santa Fe Springs, CA.
IMCB opens new branch warehouse in Houston, TX.
IMCB acquires 5000 Lakeside Ave. facility for expansion. The Cleveland corporate headquarters now encompasses three different properties in the Cleveland area.
IMCB makes large investment in new machinery for development of common rail technology
IMCB launches John Deere® product line and opens new branch warehouse in Lincoln, NE. IMCB expands into larger branch warehouse in Houston
IMCB breaks ground at the site of new headquarters in Oakwood Village, Ohio
Opening of new IMCB World Headquarters in Oakwood Village, Ohio. With over 200,000 square feet the facility will become the main shipping location for all diesel engine replacement parts, replacing our 5300 Lakeside Ave. building.