WILKES-BARRE, Pennsylvania--Benco Dental, a distributor of dental products and equipment, has announced plans to open a headquarters and distribution center in Jenkins Township, Pa.

"We will have all functional departments under one roof, which will increase both productivity and communication between departments for over 400 associates," Benco Vice President of Operations Lou Mangino said.

Located in the CenterPoint Commerce and Trade Park in Jenkins Township, Benco Dental's new facility will combine two locations that currently house the company's headquarters, main distribution center, as well as secondary warehouse into more than 272,000 square feet of office and warehouse space.

With access to five major highways and the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport, CenterPoint is a key logistic for customer access and shipping.

As part of the expansion, Benco Dental will offer the largest equipment showroom in North America. The new facility will house 24 equipped operatories of dental equipment from major manufacturers. Doctors will have access to this showroom as part of VIP tours that will be sponsored by Benco Dental.

Doctors also will have the opportunity to take advantage of the hotels, restaurants, and recreation facilities within close proximity to the headquarters.

"Our new facility will enable Benco to remain a leader in the dental industry for decades to come," Benco Executive Vice President Rick Cohen said. "We are thrilled all of our associates and customers will be part of this monumental move with our family as we begin a new chapter in Benco's history."

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