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Transmission Construction Industry Leader Retires and Sells at Absolute Auction!
S.E., Inc. has been providing the very best in Transmission Powerline Construction for over (40) years throughout the Western United States. Brothers Mark, Steve, David, and Craig Sorenson have decided to retire and pursue other interests. Everything in the auction is owned by S.E., Inc. and will positively sell to the highest bidder without minimum or reserve!
S.E., Inc. has hired Hunyady Auction Company to conduct their liquidation. Hunyady Auction Company is celebrating their 35th...
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