Experience Since 1947

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.

1949

American Diesel, a Detroit Diesel© injector rebuilder on the west side of Cleveland was acquired and integrated into IDS.

1958

IDS makes its second acquisition – Korody Marine’s fuel injection business.

1964

IDS becomes the largest independent aftermarket rebuilder of Detroit Diesel© injectors in North America.

1971

IDS acquires Findley Diesel, a manufacturer of Cummins© fuel injection. IDS begins production of Cummins© plungers and barrels.

1979

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).

1980

IDS becomes the OEM fuel injection supplier to Allis Chalmers® leading to the initial production of needle valve nozzles.

1983

McBee goes beyond just fuel injection and launches its Cummins® Engine Replacement Parts line.

1985

Interstate-McBee wins the coveted “E” award, awarded by the President of the United States for “Excellence in Export”.

1986

Due to growth, IMCB moves from its second location on East 19th Street to 4901 Lakeside Avenue.

1991

Many new, large investments are made in computer numerically controlled lathes, machining centers and grinders enhancing manufacturing capabilities.

1992

IMCB patents the “Ecotip®” for EMD® fuel injectors. The Ecotip technology provides lower smoke and better fuel economy.

1993

IMCB acquires the Cummins® aftermarket engine parts business from Dipaco.

1996

IMCB launches Detroit Diesel® engine components.

1998

IMCB starts in-house production of gaskets at its Cleveland plant.

1999

IDS becomes the exclusive OEM mechanical fuel injection supplier to Electro Motive Diesel®. All initial EMD® emissions certified engines use IMCB patented Ecotip technology.

2004

IMCB opens new branch warehouse in Miami, FL.

2007

IMCB expands into new Distribution Center facility at 5300 Lakeside Ave. IDS decompresses into full 4901 facility.

2011

IMCB opens new branch warehouse in Santa Fe Springs, CA.

2014

IMCB opens new branch warehouse in Houston, TX.

2016

IMCB acquires 5000 Lakeside Ave. facility for expansion. The Cleveland corporate headquarters now encompasses three different properties in the Cleveland area.

2018

IMCB makes large investment in new machinery for development of common rail technology

2019

IMCB launches John Deere® product line and opens new branch warehouse in Lincoln, NE. IMCB expands into larger branch warehouse in Houston

2022

IMCB breaks ground at the site of new headquarters in Oakwood Village, Ohio

2023

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.