East Penn Manufacturing Earns MHEDA MVS Award

As the only battery company to receive the MHEDA MVS Award every year since its inception, East Penn Manufacturing demonstrates exceptional dedication to its dealer network, employees, and community involvement.
April 10, 2026
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Key Highlights

  • The award is given to fewer than 10% of MHEDA member companies, recognizing outstanding commitment across multiple areas.
  • Leaders like David Corey and Darin Boik have praised East Penn's high standards and ongoing pursuit of excellence.
  • This achievement underscores East Penn's role as a leader in the material handling and battery industries.
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East Penn Manufacturing Co. has earned the MHDEA MVS Award (Most Valuable Supplier). This is the eleventh consecutive year that they have been given the title. East Penn Manufacturing is the only battery company in the award's history to earn the recognition every year since its inception.

 The MVS Award is granted by MHEDA (Material Handling Equipment Distributors Association) to fewer than 10 percent of member companies and recognizes organizations that demonstrate an exemplary commitment to their dealer network, employees, and community.

To qualify, recipients must document active programs across industry advocacy. distributor support, continuing education, business best practices, and community giving.

"No other battery company has earned this award every year since MHEDA created it, and that doesn't happen without a dealer network that holds itself to a high standard and a team that shows up for customers every single day. We're honored, and we don't take it for granted," said David Corey, East Penn Vice President of Motive Power Division Branch and Sub Operations.

"Earning MHEDA's highest honor, the MVS Award, is a significant achievement that speaks directly to a company's genuine dedication. It is a clear testament to their commitment to professional excellence, their partners, and continually improving the value they bring to the entire material handling community,” said Darin Boik, President, Advanced Equipment Company and 2026 MHEDA Chairman.
 

 

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