Oct. 3, 1998 Prime Service Inc. assumes operations of Atlas Copco Rental Inc., and renames the company Prime Energy Systems.
Prime Service will now operate Prime Equipment and Prime Energy Systems. Atlas Copco Rental formerly rented Atlas Copco oil-free air compressors throughout North America. Prime Energy Systems will offer Atlas Copco oil free air compressors along with power generation equipment, climate control equipment and accessories.

During the past year, the Atlas Copco group evaluated the extensive operating and management systems of Prime Service, and decided to centralise the technical expertise of Atlas Copco Rental Inc., into the systems of Prime Service. The uniting of these companies combines strong products, expert personnel and combined experience of over 80 years.
Thomas Bennett, president and CEO of Prime Service, stated, "We are excited about the synergy Prime Equipment and Prime Energy Systems will bring to the rental market place." And describes the uniting as... "1 plus 1equals 3 with the combined value-added the benefits we will bring to our customers."

Prime Service Inc. now operates 172 locations for both Prime Equipment and Prime Energy Systems within the United States, Mexico, Canada and Puerto Rico.
Prime Service, operating as Prime Equipment and Prime Energy Systems is a leader in the equipment rental industry and represents hundreds of different types of equipment, including aerial manlifts, portable air compressors, forklifts and light earthmoving equipment, as well as small equipment such as power tools.