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Haulotte Group reports it has been investing in production equipment, ensuring the long-term development of its commercial network, and increasing R&D in order to better meet market expectations. In 2012, Haulotte will introduce its new compact scissor lift range. With working heights from 10m to 18m, the compact RT scissor lift range of machines is […]

The award-winning SkySiren anti-entrapment solution presents a unique opportunity to improve safety in the access market, according to Nationwide Platforms’ Executive Director- Business Development and Key Accounts, Mick Ledden. The SkySiren, a retro-fit solution capable of being fitted to most European and American boom lifts, was unveiled in the UK at the end of 2011. […]

In 2011, the International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) reported more than 101,0000 people were trained to become aerial lift operators, and the association issued more than 97,000 PAL Cards worldwide, indicating that while global economics continue to be a mixed bag, the association has grown. Around the world, IPAF had a total of 896 members […]

Following the opening of four learning centers in 2011, Rigging Institute, Knoxville, Tenn., has partnered with more than a dozen rigging shops, rigging gear suppliers, and manufacturers across the country in 2012. “Learning centers have a greater importance than just providing a comfortable environment for learning. Our goal is to provide learning at facilities that […]

Linamar Corp., parent company of Skyjack, announced last week that is has exercised the $100 million accordion feature from the $600 million credit facility that was renewed in March 2011. The exercise of this feature increases the credit facility size to $700 million and does not impact any other terms or conditions within the credit […]

Siemens Industry Inc., Atlanta, Ga., is renewing its customer pledge to manufacture and deliver its popular line of SIMOTICS 1FK7 servomotors in shortened time. Using a configurable options menu to exactly build the motor required, customers can now place an order for any first generation 1FK7 servomotor and have it drop-shipped in three weeks. This […]

According to Dow Jones Daily Bankruptcy Review, Ahern Rentals Inc. said it needs more time to develop a plan to get out of bankruptcy, as the construction equipment renter continues to deal with the effects of the housing market collapse. Lawyers for Ahern said the company wants until Aug. 20 to file a plan without […]

Cat Lift Trucks, Houston, Texas, announces the recipients of its 2012 Dealer of the Year award. These industry-leading dealers were awarded the coveted Quest for Excellence honor based on delivering the highest level of customer satisfaction and support in their sales and service efforts. “I’m honored to recognize Cat Lift Trucks’ Dealers of the Year […]

Industrial Training International announces it will open a subsidiary in Edmonton, Alberta. ITI Canada will include local management, trainers, and supporting administration that will work in the Edmonton office and conduct business throughout Canada. ITT will continue to handle sales, marketing, design, and logistics functions out of its corporate headquarters in Woodland, Wash. “We are […]

After a historic 46-year career in the material handling industry with Crown Equipment Corp., New Bremen, Ohio, Jim Moran will continue his career as an active member of the global forklift manufacturer’s Board of Directors. Moran will be succeeded as senior vice president by Jim Mozer, formerly of Emerson Climate Technologies, a business of Emerson. […]