Started in 1904, Burnstine's Distributing Corporation is a leading distribution warehouse to the RV, Manufactured Housing, Marine and Specialty Vehicle Markets. We offer a full line of electrical products, inverters and converters, sealants and adhesives, glass and mirror, automotive aftermarket products and much more.

Burnstine’s has also expanded into offering Warehousing Services to other companies. We are now able to store and handle a wide variety of products. We offer local deliveries, as well as arranging shipments across the country via UPS, FedEx and common carriers.

A lot has changed since 1904 – the refrigerator (1911), the T.V. (1927), sliced bread (1928), penicillin (1929) and the space shuttle (1981) - however, the guiding principles and strong foundation the founders implemented in our company remain the same. Through four generations, Burnstine’s has maintained the highly regarded values of Integrity, honesty and commitment to service

The Burnstine Family

We have been in business for over one hundred years and are very proud that Burnstine’s Distributing is a fourth generation owned and operated family business.

First Generation
Harry Burnstine	Sarah Burnstine
Second Generation
Marvin Burnstine Harry and Sarah’s Son	Ray Burnstine Harry and Sarah’s Son
Third Generation
Harry Burnstine Current CEO Marvin's Son	Sue Burnstine Harry’s Late Wife
Fourth Generation
Christy Burnstine Current President Harry & Sue's Daughter	Sarah Burnstine Current VP /Corporate Secretary & Treasurer Harry & Sue's Daughter

Company Timeline

1904 - Harry and Sarah started their business as a salvage yard on Elkhart Avenue in downtown Elkhart, Indiana. In the beginning, they recycled things such as metals, paper, and junk cars.

1930’s – Harry Burnstine passed away in 1931. Sarah Burnstine led the company, while the Burnstine’s two sons, Marvin and Raymond, left college to come home to assist her in running the family business. During this period, our Company added new lines selling glass and mirror, new and used auto parts, tires, appliances, and electrical parts.

1940’s – Our Company helped to support the World War II effort by gathering scrap metals that were ultimately recycled and used for war supplies. With the increasing demand for travel trailers, our company began sourcing and supplying hard-to-find parts for this industry.

1950’s – The demand for the salvage business was declining. The Elkhart Junk Company name was changed to Burnstine’s and our business became a full retail store selling new appliances, jewelry, hardware, sporting goods, toys, guns, bicycles, etc. We also had a full automotive service center.

1960’s - Marvin’s son, Harry Burnstine (our current CEO), joined the company full-time.

1970’s – Sarah Burnstine passed away. Burnstine’s endured another name change to Burnstine's Distributing Corporation as we closed the retail store and focused on being a distribution center for the Recreational Vehicle (RV), Mobile Home (MH), Marine, and Specialty Vehicle markets.

1980’s – Along with the entire RV/MH industry, Burnstine’s experienced significant growth and expansion during this period. We were proud to be a primary supplier to many of the existing and developing RV/MH manufacturers.

1990’s – Raymond and Marvin Burnstine passed away. Harry Burnstine officially accepted the title of President. Sue Burnstine, Harry’s wife, also took an active role in running the Company and helped to revitalize the spirit of Burnstine’s. Unfortunately, Sue succumbed to cancer in 1998. This was a major loss to both the Burnstine family and to Burnstine’s Distributing. Harry and Sue’s daughters, Christy and Sarah Burnstine joined the company making Burnstine's Distributing a fourth generation company.

2000’s - Christy and Sarah partnered with Harry as owners of Burnstine’s and now oversee all of the functions within the organization. In 2004, a monumental year for Burnstine's Distributing, we celebrated our 100th year in business. Our Company moved from downtown Elkhart on Elkhart Avenue to the new Elkhart East Complex near C.R. 17 on the east side of Elkhart. Our new facility is much larger housing 63,000 square feet in the warehouse and 10,000 square feet of office space. We have purchased additional land to accommodate the future growth and expansion. In 2008, Burnstine's Distributing Corporation launches a new website with the focus of providing information, products and support to enhance the experience of our customers and ultimately the end user of the products.

Mission Statement

Burnstine’s Distributing is a fourth-generation, family-owned distribution warehouse. We are committed to providing innovative distribution solutions by means of cutting-edge customer service while upholding a passion for excellence, maintaining integrity, and carrying on a strong and exceptional family legacy.

We strive to accomplish this mission by:

• Growing, diversifying, and leading all markets that we pursue.
• Promoting continuous improvement and increasing overall efficiency.
• Committing to distribute quality products.
• Promoting teamwork among employees.
• Empowering our employees by providing them with extensive product and service knowledge.

Burnstine's Distributing is committed to going above and beyond to meet our customer’s needs. Our slogan “Your Distribution Solution” embodies the heart of what Burnstine’s does best - putting the customer first. Our sales and customer service team provides solutions for our customers to save money, save time, reduce labor claims, increase efficiency, and to introduce cutting edge products to their respective industries. The website represents only a small portion of the products that Burnstine’s sells. Don’t see what you are looking for? Chances are we currently sell the product or have access to purchase the product for you. Please contact a customer service representative for more information at 1-800-776-6728.