In Strafford, Missouri, John Deere is making major moves with a $13.5 million expansion of their John Deere Reman facility. The plant will add a massive 120,000 square feet, boosting operations and creating new opportunities for remanufactured parts and engines.

“It’s a pretty big deal!” – Kevin Schrag, Plant Manager

He’s absolutely right. This expansion highlights John Deere’s commitment to renewing used equipment with top-tier quality.

What is Remanufacturing?

John Deere Reman focuses on restoring worn equipment to like-new condition. Technicians dismantle, clean, machine, and certify parts known as “cores.” These cores can include John Deere Reman engines, John Deere Reman transmissions, injectors, and electronic displays.

If a core doesn’t meet John Deere’s high standards, they recycle it immediately.

“If a part can’t be brought back to Deere standards, it gets scrapped.” – Official John Deere Source

Why Remanufacturing Matters

The company aims to reuse as much original material as possible, while keeping performance top-notch. Technicians always replace parts like bearings and seals with brand-new, genuine John Deere components.

Thanks to the new expansion, John Deere plans to collect cores earlier, sometimes even before engines need rebuilding. By building up a parts inventory early, they can speed up future rebuilds and offer better service.

Big Wins for Dealers and Customers

Customers save about 30% when they choose John Deere Reman parts instead of brand-new components. Performance and warranty coverage stay just as strong.

“Reman saves customers about 30% without compromising performance or warranty.” – Official John Deere Source

Dealers benefit, too. During a technician shortage, swapping out a remanufactured engine can save around 40 labor hours compared to a full rebuild. This faster turnaround helps more customers in less time.

“Swapping a Reman engine can save around 40 hours of labor.” – Official John Deere Source

Expanding the Product Line

John Deere Reman continues growing beyond the building. Over the past year, the team launched new axles for motor graders, more Final Tier 4 John Deere Reman engines, turbochargers, and control modules. They introduced $20 million worth of new products, raising their catalog to 2,300 unique parts.

“Last year, Reman rolled out $20 million in new products.” – Official John Deere Source

Final Thoughts

John Deere’s investment in Strafford, Missouri means more than just a bigger footprint. It shows a strong focus on quality, savings, and longer machine life. Their John Deere Reman transmissions, engines, and parts offer customers an affordable, reliable alternative to buying new.

For all the official details, check out the announcement here.