Erkelens and Olson
- Salt Lake City, Utah
- 50 Years Experience
- Nationwide
- Small
- CAGA · Verify
About
Erkelens and Olson is a third-generation auction, appraisal, and marketing firm based in Salt Lake City, Utah, with nearly 50 years of industry expertise. The firm holds the CAGA designation through the California Association of Licensed Appraisers. E&O specializes in equipment appraisals, surplus inventory liquidation, and unclaimed freight auctions.
Services & Specializations
Erkelens and Olson provides equipment appraisals, surplus inventory valuations, and liquidation services. The firm conducts timed online sales, live webcasts, and weekly auctions for unclaimed freight and surplus goods. Services include asset valuations for financial planning, equipment appraisals, and comprehensive liquidation support.
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Full Bio
Erkelens and Olson is a third-generation auction, appraisal, and marketing firm headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah. With nearly 50 years of proven industry expertise, the firm specializes in equipment appraisals, surplus inventory liquidation, and unclaimed freight auctions. The company is designated CAGA through the California Association of Licensed Appraisers. The firm operates PalletAuctions.com, a nationwide online platform drawing over 900 bidders and 300 buyers to weekly online auctions. E&O serves individuals and businesses with flexible auction formats including timed online sales and live webcasts, ensuring maximum exposure and competitive returns for assets.
Notable Engagements
Serves businesses and individuals for liquidations, surplus inventory management, and unclaimed freight auctions through a nationwide online platform.
Credentials & Verification
Credentials held by Robert Olson, Jr., each independently verifiable:
- VerifyCAGAIssued by Certified Appraisers Guild of America

