Blanchard Machinery – Florence of Myrtle Beach

Blanchard Machinery - Florence of Myrtle Beach is a construction equipment supplier in Myrtle Beach, SC, operating out of a facility in Florence. The business specializes in the sale, rental, and service of Cat equipment, as well as non-Cat machinery and forestry equipment. It serves companies across Clarendon, Darlington, Dillon, Florence, Lee, Marion, and Marlboro Counties. The location provides new and used equipment options, including mini excavators and skid steers, alongside parts and service support to keep operations running efficiently.

The company’s history traces back to 1952 when the Joseph L. Rozier Machinery Co. moved to Florida to represent the Caterpillar product line. In 1982, G. Robert Blanchard established Blanchard Machinery Company in SC, recognizing the potential for Caterpillar products in the state. Joe Blanchard became President in 1996, overseeing growth from two divisions to six, encompassing numerous Cat and non-Cat product lines. Following Joe Blanchard’s passing in 2022, the fourth generation of leadership, including President Boyd Blanchard, continues to steward the company. The Florence branch is managed by Austin Weiss, with dedicated representatives for sales and rentals, operating Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM for main services and 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM for rentals.

The facility sits on Caterpillar Lane, adjacent to I-95. It is located about a mile from Black Creek and TV Road, and roughly 1.4 miles from Ashby Branch and North Williston Road. Goodson Pond is approximately 2.2 miles away, while the Francis Marion University Freshwater Ecology Campus is situated about 2.3 miles from the site.

Blanchard Machinery stands among the strongest in its category locally, serving as the exclusive dealer of Cat equipment in SC. This designation allows the team to provide specialized support for heavy construction and power systems needs. The business focuses on meeting customer deadlines by offering a wide range of machinery and maintenance services tailored to the local industrial sector.

As the state’s exclusive Cat dealer, Blanchard Machinery - Florence of Myrtle Beach provides a critical resource for construction and industrial firms in the Florence and Myrtle Beach area.