Flow Boy acquired by Bergkamp
Bergkamp Inc., based in Salina, Kansas, has announced its acquisition of the renowned Flow Boy™ line of live-bottom material transport trucks. With the ability to unload hot asphalt, gravel, sand, or other materials in one minute or less, all from inside the truck cab, the Flow Boy Live-Bottom offers productivity and efficiency for paving contractors.
In today’s asphalt industry, the name “Flow Boy” has become synonymous with “live-bottom transport,” as it is the original live-bottom — renowned for its long-standing quality and performance in the industry. The Flow Boy acquisition by Bergkamp provides a natural expansion of the company’s product lines, in line with its mission of providing customers with the highest-quality equipment.
Specifically, the live-bottom transporter provides a more efficient and safer way for contractors to haul asphalt and chip-seal material and load their pavers without the height and tipping hazards typically associated with dump-style units. The Flow Boy design minimizes material spills, eliminating the need for workers to manually shovel material into the paver or support unit.
Bergkamp currently offers truck-mounted Flow Boy units in 12, 15, and 19 cubic-yard sizes, with trailer units coming in the future.
According to Scott Bergkamp, President of Bergkamp Inc.: “We are excited to own such an iconic brand as Flow Boy. We believe the market for a safer and more efficient alternative to dump trucks is growing, and we want to be a part of that growth. The Flow Boy products have proven themselves for decades. They are a natural fit for us, and we are looking forward to bringing this brand back to the industry with high-quality products and Bergkamp’s world-class support.”
Bergkamp Inc. has been manufacturing pavement maintenance equipment since 1980. The company offers a full line of slurry seal and micro surfacing pavers, mastic applicators, truck-mounted pothole patchers, material transporters, and laboratory testing equipment.
Bergkamp’s headquarters and manufacturing facility are located in Salina, KS. The company works with customers throughout North America and the world.
