Calling all contractors, woodworkers, landscapers and homeowners in Eagan -- there's a new tool shop in town.
Acme Tools opened its newest storefront, and fourth for the state, in Eagan on Wednesday with a nearly 16,000-square-foot showroom. The family-owned retailer expects to employ some 40 workers at the new location, according to a company news release.
Located at the corner of Yankee Doodle Road and Denmark Avenue, the storefront at 1271 Town Centre Drive spans over 41,000 square feet with offices, a warehouse and a full-service department.
"The Eagan store also supports the growing outdoor power equipment category with cordless and gas products for both homeowners and landscapers," said Paul Kuhlman, president of merchandise operations for Acme Tools, in the release.
Based in Grand Forks, N.D., Acme Tools was founded in 1948 by George Kuhlman. His son, Daniel Kuhlman, eventually took over and now at the helm are his sons Steve and Paul Kuhlman.
Named by George Kuhlman, "acme" means "the point at which someone or something is best, perfect or most successful," according to the company's history.
Acme Tools has 11 retail stores across Minnesota, Iowa and North Dakota and employs some 600 workers.
Other Minnesota locations include the Duluth store, which opened in 1995, then the Bemidji location in 2004 and Plymouth in 2005.
"Acme Tools is pleased to be adding a second Twin Cities location in Eagan to better serve our customers in the St. Paul area," said Steve Kuhlman, president of corporate operations for Acme Tools, in the release.