Catalyst Strategic Advisors Facilitates the Sale of Trenchman Shoring Services to Sunstate Equipment

November 4, 2025 — Catalyst Strategic Advisors (“Catalyst”) is proud to announce that it served as the exclusive financial advisor to Trenchman Shoring Services, Inc. (“Trenchman”), a premier trench safety rental provider in Washington State. The company was successfully sold to Sunstate Equipment Co., LLC (“Sunstate”), a leading national equipment rental company.

Founded in 2016 by Brian and Jackie Garlinghouse, Trenchman is a prominent independent trench safety rental provider serving the Olympia and Pasco, Washington, markets. The company is known for delivering high-quality trench safety solutions to leading infrastructure contractors throughout Washington State.

The acquisition strengthens Sunstate’s trench safety capabilities and expands its presence across the Pacific Northwest. Trenchman will become part of Sunstate’s national equipment rental network, providing customers with access to a broader fleet, enhanced service capabilities, and advanced digital tools for fleet and project management.

For media inquiries or more information, please contact Nina Jankowski at nina@catalysta.com or 719-636-2222.

About Trenchman Shoring Services, Inc.

Founded in 2016, Trenchman Shoring Services, Inc. is a leading independent trench safety rental provider serving the Pacific Northwest. The company offers a comprehensive range of shoring and shielding equipment solutions supported by a reputation for safety, quality, and customer responsiveness. Headquartered in Washington State, Trenchman serves contractors across the Seattle and Central Washington markets. For more information, visit www.trenchmansafety.com.

About Sunstate Equipment Co., LLC

Sunstate Equipment Co., LLC is a leading construction equipment rental provider serving a broad range of commercial, industrial, and infrastructure markets across North America. The company offers a full line of equipment and tool rentals backed by a strong reputation for safety, reliability, and exceptional customer service. Headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, Sunstate operates more than 100 locations nationwide and is ranked among the top rental companies in the United States. For more information, visit www.sunstateequip.com.

About Catalyst Strategic Advisors

Catalyst Strategic Advisors is a leading mergers and acquisitions advisory firm serving the equipment, waste, industrial, and facility services sectors. Catalyst partners with business owners to optimize their strategic outcomes through a focused and competitive transaction process. For more information, visit www.catalystsa.com.