Celebrating the 2026 Shortline Legends Hall of Fame Inductees

Five industry leaders whose innovations, leadership and dedication helped shape the agricultural equipment industry were honored Oct. 29 during the 2026 Shortline Legends Hall of Fame induction ceremony at FEMA’s Marketing & Distribution Convention in New Orleans.

The fourth class of inductees includes Gerry Bourgault, Ricky Brown, Jim Hellbusch, Gregg Sauder and Harley Summers. Their achievements have made a lasting impact on the industry, and their induction recognizes the legacies they leave for future generations.

Jim Hellbusch of Duo Lift and Ricky Brown of Brown Manufacturing attended the ceremony, while Marianne Sears accepted the honor on behalf of the late Harley Summers of Summers Manufacturing.

Join us in celebrating these five remarkable individuals and their lasting contributions to the shortline equipment industry!

Watch the Hall of Fame Presentation here.

Source: Farm-Equipment.com