1963
Jack Simmons begins his career with S&S Machinery
1968
As Director of Product Development, Jack designs the 1st "scoop"
1970's
S&S rapidly expands becoming the worldwide leader in battery powered mining vehicles. Dozens of new products are developed including the popular 480 series.
1987-1992
As the industry consolidated, Jack serves as Executive Vice President of Simmons-Rand. Pictured: Simmons Rand displaying at 1988 MINExpo in Chicago, Illinois
1990's
Jack co-owns and operates a successful coal mining operation utilizing battery haulage
2005
With sons John and Matt, Simmons Equipment Company is formed
2005
The S280 Class Scoop is introduced (Simmons Equipment Company's 1st Product)
2007
The new S360 Class Scoop debuts at the Bluefield Coal Show
2014
Simmons Equipment expands into current manufacturing facility in Tazewell, VA
2019
Simmons Equipment debuts its new line of Battery Haulers
2022
Simmons announces it has entered into a IP Licensing Deal with Caterpillar for certain products, further expanding its growing portfolio
2024
Simmons Equipment expands operations into new Russell County facilities