Codale Electric Supply Celebrates 50 Years of Growth with Expansion Plans for 2025

“We are incredibly proud to celebrate 50 years of serving our communities,” said Todd Saunders, President Codale

SALT LAKE CITY, UT, February 20, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ — Codale Electric Supply, a leader in electrical distribution and a proud member of the Sonepar network of companies, is thrilled to commemorate its 50th anniversary. The company will continue to expand in 2025 with a 150,000-square-foot automated central distribution center in Las Vegas and three new branch locations. Founded in 1975 by Dale and Jay R. Holt with just five associates, the company has grown into a leading distributor with more than 530 associates and 18 branches across Utah, Wyoming, Nevada, and Idaho.

2025: A Year of Milestones

Codale is poised to achieve record estimated revenue in 2025. The company’s expansion plans include:

• Opening a new 150,000-square-foot Customer Delivery Center (CDC) in Las Vegas, NV. The CDC will feature an automated warehouse with streamlined picking processes to provide fast, accurate order fulfillment for customers.

• Opening a Pro Logistics Center in Las Vegas for value-added stage and store services.

• Launching a Will Call branch in Saratoga Springs, UT.

• Relocating the Midvale, UT, branch to Draper, UT.

• Continuing to build out its presence in Idaho by opening a new branch in Idaho Falls.

Codale’s dedication to delivering innovative solutions and exceptional service is a hallmark of their performance through the years.

“We are incredibly proud to celebrate 50 years of serving our communities,” said Todd Saunders, President Codale. “Our success is a credit to the hard work of our associates, loyalty of our customers, and strong support of our parent company, Sonepar. As we look to the future, we remain committed to driving innovation and growth while maintaining the values that have defined our success.”

A Legacy of Growth and Innovation

From humble beginnings in a 5,000-square-foot facility on Malvern Avenue, Codale has consistently expanded its footprint, revenue, and service capabilities. Notable milestones include becoming an Allen-Bradley (Rockwell) distributor in 1984, pioneering a full RF barcode system with the Eclipse ERP system in 1995, and implementing warehouse automation systems in 2021.

The past decade has been transformative, with the addition of new branches in Idaho and Nevada, strategic acquisitions, and the launch of specialized segments such as solar energy in 2017. Codale’s journey of growth has been marked by unwavering dedication to its customers, a culture of innovation, and strategic partnerships with customers and suppliers.

About Codale Electric Supply

Founded in 1975, Codale Electric Supply is a premier electrical distributor offering comprehensive solutions for industrial, commercial, and residential needs. With headquarters in Salt Lake City, UT, Codale is part of Sonepar, a global leader in B-to-B electrical distribution.

For more information, visit www.codale.com.

Codale Is Part of Sonepar

Sonepar is an independent family-owned company standing as the world leader in B-to-B distribution of electrical equipment, solutions, and services. In 2023, Sonepar achieved sales of $36 billion.* Present in 40 countries with a dense network of brands, the Group is leading an ambitious transformation to make its customers’ lives easier providing them an omnichannel experience and sustainable solutions in the building, industry, and energy markets. Sonepar’s 45,000 associates are committed to accelerating the world’s electrification and driven by a shared Purpose: Powering Progress for Future Generations.

Sonepar entered the US in 1998 and has continued to grow due to strategic acquisitions and organic growth. Today, Sonepar serves the market through a network of companies with over 570 locations nationwide and 12,800 associates. For more information, visit www.soneparusa.com

*Figure converted to dollars from €33.3B at 1.082 EUR/USD average rate.

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