ABOUT APEX INDUSTRIAL SOLUTIONS
What Adding Massive Value Means to You
We aren’t just equipment suppliers; we are problem solvers. Apex will analyze your plant and find creative ways to improve your processes. Our unique team of experts can discover new ways to save you time, money, and maintenance. Give us a call and we will schedule a visit to your facility.
Request Your Quote NowWhat Adding Massive Value Means to Us
We want our employees to feel successful in their careers and in their lives. We encourage hard work ethics by providing equal rewards: our employees get out what they put in. This means our employees work to help you as if they were working to help themselves. In the end, this benefits us all.
Give Us a Call Today“Apex specializes in supplying top-tier industrial engineered equipment tailored for various industries including food manufacturing, mechanical contracting, agriculture, and OEMs. Our comprehensive product range covers boilers, steam systems, heat exchangers, valves, actuators, piping, instrumentation, sanitary and high-purity process equipment, as well as dry bulk material handling and explosion protection.
Based in the USA, we pride ourselves on offering high-quality equipment stocked in our 10,000ft² warehouse in Monticello, MN. With a team of 13 members boasting a collective experience of over 140 years, we stand as a reliable and accessible partner committed to simplifying your job.
At Apex, we leverage our engineering expertise to enhance your operations by boosting uptime, optimizing energy efficiency, and delivering immediate service. Our goal is to keep your projects on track, ensuring smooth and timely execution while staying within budget. Let us guide you to solutions that elevate your plant’s performance and project success.”
-Skylar Rekstad, Founder and President
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Meet the Apex Team
Skylar Rekstad
Owner | President
After working 4 years in the industry, Skylar discovered a need for knowledgeable and personable customer service. In 2009, he opened Apex Industrial Solutions to solve this problem.
Skylar has been married to his amazing wife, Christy for over 15 years. Together they have 5 fun, outgoing, and ambitious children.
When Skylar isn't busy, he enjoys hunting with his dog Kona, fishing, golfing, and pretty much everything else outdoors.
Ryan Kettenacker
Vice President | Inside Sales
Ryan's favorite part of working at Apex Industrial Solutions? The culture of the workplace and the fun people he gets to work with.
Ryan has been married to his high school sweetheart, Katie for over 14 years. Together they have 4 amazing sons: Evan, Avrahm, Ezra, and Izaiah. They just welcomed their first baby girl in January!
When he's not working, Ryan enjoys spending time with his family doing pretty much anything on the water. He also coaches basketball and soccer!
Ryan "Q" Quast
Sales Manager
After attending UNLV for Hospitality Management, Q (as his friends call him) spent 30 years in the hospitality industry before recently merging his experience with the industrial sales/solutions industry.
Q has been with his wife Crystal for 4 years and they have a 1-year-old daughter, Kadence.
In his free time, Q loves spending time with family, live music, the Minnesota Vikings(SKOLLLL), and great food! In that order.
CAUSES WE CARE ABOUT
We believe this strengthens our connection to the community and builds morale within our business. See below for more information about charities we support.
Feed my Starving Children
A portion of Apex's profits are donated to the charity Feed my Starving Children.
Feed My Starving Children’s mission is to feed starving children in body and spirit. Hunger is causing nearly half of deaths in children under 5 years old. FMSC believes hope starts with food and is dedicated to work with food distribution partners that stay with communities for the long haul, empowering them to move from relief to development. FMSC meals are developed by food scientists and nutrition professionals to supplement needs and reduce malnutrition.
Operation Underground Railroad
A portion of Apex's profits are donated to the charity Operation Underground Railroad.
Operation Underground Railroad exists to rescue children from sex trafficking and sexual exploitation. O.U.R. has made significant impact in the fight to end sex trafficking and sexual exploitation by rescuing and supporting thousands of survivors in 28 countries and 26 US states. O.U.R. works with law enforcement to rescue children, convict predators, provide aftercare for victims, and prevent future tragedies.
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
A portion of Apex's profits are donated to the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
St. Jude is leading the way the world understands, treats and defeats childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases.
The mission of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is to advance cures, and means of prevention, for pediatric catastrophic diseases through research and treatment. Consistent with the vision of the founder Danny Thomas: no child is denied treatment based on race, religion or a family's ability to pay.
Marici Dawn of Freedom
A portion of Apex's profits are donated to the charity Marici.
Marici provides a holistic solution to reducing child sex trafficking by over 80% in highly affected regions. They use a combination of intelligence collection, aftercare, legal prosecuting, and community building to eliminate child sex trafficking.
Marine Toys for Tots
A portion of Apex's profits are donated to the charity Marine Toys for Tots.
The mission of the Marine Toys for Tots program is to collect new, unwrapped toys and distribute those toys to less fortunate children at Christmas. Through the gift of a new toy, to help bring the joy of Christmas and send the message of hope to America's less fortunate children.