A CENTURY OF SERVICE
The history of Distributor’s Terminal spans more than 100 years. Distributors Terminal Corporation has been providing warehouse storage and distribution services to companies across the Midwest for more than 100 years.
Much has changed in the world since that first contract was signed and our company moved commodities in horse-drawn wagons. We’ve come a long way from dirt roads and horses, but one thing has remained constant…Distributors Terminal’s unwavering dedication to bring value to our clients.
Today, our third-party logistics include multiple warehouse facilities, a fleet of trucks, state-of-the-art technology and same-day access to a majority of U.S. and Canadian populations – due in large part to our enviable geographic position and robust interstate system, and a transportation network of ports, airports and railroads.
Distributors Terminal’s knowledgeable associates are experienced in the industry, with extremely low turnover. This results in high client satisfaction and professional results. Let us focus our logistics expertise on your supply-chain, so you can concentrate on your core business.
OVER 100 YEARS IN THE HEARTLAND
Distributors Terminal Corporation has been providing warehouse storage and distribution services to companies across the Midwest for more than 100 years.
Founded in 1868, the origins of the company date back to the period immediately following the Civil War. Founded as Bauermeister & Busch and based in Terre Haute, Indiana, the company primarily distributed and traded grain and cured meats regionally.
In 1905, Prussian owner, C.W. Bauermeister established a wholesale grocery – The Chas. W. Bauermeister Company to expand operations and further integrate its warehousing and distribution networks.
This company became Bauermeister Terminal Company in 1923, warehousing and carrying products, and finally renamed Distributors Terminal Corporation in 1935.
In 1977, the leadership of Distributors Terminal transferred to the Hendricks family. For 3 generations, the Hendricks Family has been dedicated to carrying on this legacy.
CORPORATE TIMELINE
1868
The origins of the company go back to 1868 and the founding of Bauermeister & Busch, which dealt in grain and cured meats.
1905
In 1905, the Prussian owner, C.W. Bauermeister established a wholesale grocery – The Chas. W. Bauermeister Company.
1913
When Chas. W. Bauermeister Company signed the first contract with its employees in 1913, the contract stipulated drivers would work 10-hour days. One-horse drivers were paid $12.00 per week, and two-horse drivers were to receive $13.50. The drivers were to clean and water their horses on Sundays and on four paid holidays throughout the year.
1923
This company became Bauermeister Terminal Company in 1923, warehousing and carrying products.
1935
In 1935, Bauermeister Terminal became Distributors Terminal Corporation.
1977
In 1977, the leadership of Distributors Terminal transferred to the Hendricks family.
A CENTURY OF SERVICE
It takes great service to build a company that can last. Distributors Terminal Corporation (DTC) has lasted for over 100 years, continuously managed and operated by the Hendricks family for more than four decades. We’re extremely proud of our longevity and look forward to the next century of service.
The Longview
HOW WE SEE THE WORLD
We take the time to learn your business. That kind of service and insight is what sets us apart. Understanding your needs and the capability to adapt and respond to change is why clients depend on us year after year.
