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R&M Materials Handling Inc. named  David Sinkhorn director of sales for the U.S. & Canada, effective March 3, 2014. Based out of R&M's Springfield headquarters, Sinkhorn will take on the responsibilities for R&M's crane builder, industrial, entertainment, and Drivecon field sales channels, as well be part of developing and implementing strategic initiatives through the company's […]

Hyster Company showcased its new W45Z heavy-duty walkie pallet truck and displayed its S60FT lift truck with a Kubota 2.5L engine at Modex 2014 last week. Hyster's new W45Z wallkie pallet truck  utilizes a heavy-duty fork frame and linkage with HTX bushings and is designed to perform in harsh applications. Hyster says the W45Z is […]

  Hoist UK has announced that Louise Dickson has been appointed general manager of the Wirral, UK-based company.  Hoist UK director Paul Jordan said: “Louise has been with the company for over six years now; we recognised her potential almost immediately and we have guided her progress, letting her gain a thorough knowledge through various […]

Harrington Hoists Inc., recently announced the promotion of Bret Lussow from business development sales manager to vice president of business development. Lussow has been with Harrington for 16 years in various positions. As VP of business development, Lussow's responsibilities will include all aspects of business development, engineering, and customer service.   “Bret has an outstanding […]

  Romford, UK-based Liftout Limited, a specialist in the removal and installation of elevators, escalators and heavy plant machinery, has purchased a Valla 25EL DC powered pedestrian controlled crane with a SWL of 2,250kg. Liftout bought the unit from Peter Hird and Sons Ltd, the sole UK distributor for Valla Cranes and UK distributor for […]

UniCarriers Americas Corporation has hired Andres Losada, Rony Stehberg, and Jorge Serna for key sales and market development roles. “Further expansion into Latin America is crucial for UniCarriers Americas’ success and for attaining our growth goals,” said James J. Radous III, EVP, Americas, sales. “We are implementing successful strategies and developing our leadership team, beginning […]

Yale Materials Handling Corp. has named the recipients of its 2013 Dealer of Excellence awards–something the company has been doing for 20 years now.  “The Yale Dealer of Excellence Program highlights dealers that most clearly demonstrate Yale service,” said Chuck Pascarelli, president of sales and marketing. “Our dealers serve the customer and exceed expectations through […]

Hyster Company has named 13 dealers for its Dealer of Distinction award for 2013. To receive the award, dealers must meet defined business practices and performance standards, including superior customer satisfaction, dealer performance, general management, truck sales, short-term rental, training, aftermarket sales, and parts and service operations. This is the 20th year the company has awarded […]

Toyota Material Handling, U.S.A, Inc. (TMHU) has improved its hand pallet truck offering, now offering 10 specialty models—ranging from an ultra-low profile to a heavy duty load capacity options. The line is designed to meet the demands of general warehousing and storage, retail operations, and third party logistics providers, including food and beverage suppliers. “Toyota's full line […]

Columbus McKinnon Corp. has acquired privately-owned Unified Industries Inc. (Unified). Unified designs, manufacturers, and markets overhead light rail workstations primarily used in automotive and other industrial applications. Unified is headquartered in Howell, Mich. and had sales of $12.4 million in 2013. The acquisition is expected to be accretive to Columbus McKinnon's earnings in fiscal year […]