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Lifting & Material Handling News
Follow the latest material handling and lifting equipment news, articles, videos and information. Stay informed on the newest equipment models, research, and innovations from global manufacturers of lifting machinery and attachments. Whether you're in the market for a new forklift, crane, or just want the latest headlines, you can read the latest developments here.
Lifting & Material Handling News
Hiab Launches New Electric Moffett
Hiab has released the MOFFETT E4 NX, its next generation eSeries of electric forklifts and the world’s first all electric 3-wheel drive truck mounted forklift.
Inside the chassis of a MOFFETT M4, Hiab has constructed a zero-emission truck mounted forklift powered by lithium ion batteries with new controllers and the new HMI (Human Machine Interface) that displays battery capacity, machine performance and service information. The MOFFETT can be charged from a regular household socket or a 30 amp socket for faster charging, as well as from the truck in between deliveries.
Birgit Sund
December 15, 2020
Lifting & Material Handling News
Manitou introduces Dual Fuel option to their MI 25 G and MI 30 G Forklifts in North America
Manitou announced Dual Fuel as an option on the MI 25 G and the MI 30 G Industrial forklifts in North America. This option allows customers to power their industrial forklift with LPG or gasoline with a simple dashboard mounted switch. The dual fuel option on these 5,000 – 6,000 lb. units allow your customers more versatility by being able to choose what energy source is best for their indoor or outdoor applications.
Birgit Sund
October 26, 2020
Lifting & Material Handling News
Manitou Adds New VJR 26 Vertical Mast Mobile Elevating Work Platform
Manitou is adding the new VJR 26 vertical mast platform to its elevated work platform product line up for the North America market. Compact and maneuverable, this model consists of a vertical telescopic mast, electric travel motor and a perforated steel basket meeting all your industrial requirements. With a 350-degree turret rotation, it offers operator’s greater flexibility and access with minimal repositioning. The compactness of the VJR 26 work platform allows operators to pass through most industrial doors accessing work heights up to 32' with an impressive reach of 10'4".
Birgit Sund
September 7, 2020
Lifting & Material Handling News
New Bobcat V923 Versahandler Telescopic Tool Carrier
Building on the success of prior Bobcat telescopic tool carriers, has recently expanded its line with the new V923 VersaHANDLER telescopic tool carrier. The new V923 expands the Bobcat family of VersaHANDLER telescopic tool carriers, also known as telehandlers, making it ideal for operators who need increased lift height, reach and capacity. Featuring a 130-horsepower turbocharged Bobcat engine and heavy-duty drive train, the V923 offers an increased rated operating capacity of 9,000 pounds for more productivity with every lift cycle and unbeatable pushing strength. In addition, the new V923 gives operators the versatility they need in numerous applications with a travel speed of up to 24.5 mph. A Z-Bar boom linkage delivers greater range of bucket rotation, an increased dump angle at full height and increased breakout force to lift material out of a pile and dump it easily. Plus, the new V923 features the power quick-tach attachment mounting system to increase utilization.
Birgit Sund
July 6, 2020
Lifting & Material Handling News
LiftWise Introduces LiftMaster 4000 Lift Table
Designed for maximum convenience and versatility, the new LiftMaster 4000 lift table from LiftWise has a fully lowered height of only 8.5 inches. It can be used to lift and lower a wide variety of parts into the ideal position for maintenance, service and other needs. Featuring a low profile and compact design, the LiftMaster 4000 is a valuable addition to any heavy equipment shop, repair facility or other service operation.
Birgit Sund
April 21, 2020
Lifting & Material Handling News
Pettibone Adds 10,000-Pound-Capacity Telehandler to X-Series: Extendo 1056X
Pettibone introduced the Extendo 1056X telehandler to its X-Series lineup, providing a 10,000-pound-capacity machine capable of reaching lift heights of 56 feet. The new Extendo builds upon Pettibone’s tradition of rugged design while offering numerous performance improvements for contractors and rental users working in masonry, construction and other material handling applications.
Birgit Sund
April 13, 2020
Lifting & Material Handling News
Liebherr Unveils New LTM 1120 4.1 A Conexpo in Las Vegas
Liebherr will be unveiling its new LTM 1120-4.1 at the CONEXPO in Las Vegas using the slogan “There’s nothing more on 4!” It is the most powerful 4-axle all-terrain crane ever built. The new 135 US ton (120 t) machine breaks into a performance class which has previously been the sole preserve of 5-axle cranes. As far as boom length is concerned, it is on a par with 240 US-ton (200 t) class cranes as its 217 ft (66 m) telescopic boom is the longest ever to be installed on a 4-axle mobile crane. Liebherr will start deliveries of the new LTM 1120-4.1 in autumn 2020.
Birgit Sund
February 20, 2020
Lifting & Material Handling News
Liebherr Celebrates First Mobile Tower Crane’s 70th Birthday
Many might not know that the Liebherr Group has roots dating back 70 years ago during the rebuilding of Germany and Europe. On August 19th, 1949, Hans Liebherr was issued a patent for the first mobile tower crane by the German Patent Office. This invention paved the way for the success story that followed.
Ashley Burt
August 20, 2019
Lifting & Material Handling News
Hiab Extends Warranty on LOGLIFT and JONSERED Crane Models
Hiab, part of Cargotec, is extending their standard warranty globally to now encompass two years for all LOGLIFT and JONSERED forestry and recycling crane models. Terms and conditions will remain the same as before, with the three year warranty still applying to steel components. The warranty will be valid for any cranes ordered after August 1st of 2019.
Ashley Burt
August 12, 2019
Lifting & Material Handling News
John Deere Adds High Lift Option to 344L Compact Wheel Loaders
John Deere is taking its 344L compact wheel loader to new heights with the addition of a high-lift option. This new feature will allow operators to reach further for more accessible dumping, stacking, material handling, landscaping, snow removal, or general construction tasks.
Ashley Burt
August 5, 2019
Lifting & Material Handling News
Pettibone Extendo 1246 Telehandler Built to Handle Heavier Loads
Pettibone’s newest jobsite workhorse, the Extendo 1246 telehandler, is a powerhouse built to deliver an impressive 12,000 pounds of load capacity. This machine is built on the company’s next generation X-Series platform, made for demanding applications ranging from construction to masonry to oil and gas. The 1246 telehandler is ideal for contractors and rental users that could use enhanced visibility on the jobsite, as well as increased fuel efficiency and accuracy.
Ashley Burt
July 12, 2019
Lifting & Material Handling News
Hiab Prepares for the Future of Connected Machinery
Hiab, part of Cargotec, is making exciting updates and changes to the interconnectedness of their equipment. Starting the second half of 2019, they will be connecting a majority of their equipment as a standard factory feature. This means customers buying equipment can rest assured that their products are enabled for any future connected services, such as Hiab’s HiConnect.
Ashley Burt
June 20, 2019
Lifting & Material Handling News
Hiab’s Next Generation Del DL500 Column Lift to be Debuted at Upcoming Commercial Vehicle Show
Hiab, part of Cargotec, will be launching their next generation of popular column lift for light duty vehicles. To be showcased at the Commercial Vehicle Show in Birmingham, the new DL500 will be on display at Hiab’s UK stand 4C10 at the CV Show. This new, lighter model, which will be introduced through the remainder of 2019, is easier to install and comes equipped with new safety features.
Ashley Burt
May 1, 2019
Lifting & Material Handling News
Haulotte’s Most Compact Telehandler Now Available for Maximum Efficiency on Tight Job Sites [VIDEO]
Haulotte is introducing their most compact telescopic handler to date, the HTL 3207. This new model offers excellent maneuverability and provides maximum efficiency on job sites with tight working spaces. The HTL 3207 also features superior work autonomy under optimal conditions of safety and comfort.
Ashley Burt
April 29, 2019
Lifting & Material Handling News
Liebherr to Debut Fastest Erecting Crane Yet at Bauma 2019
Liebherr will be one of the many companies attending this year’s Bauma 2019 in April, and they will be presenting their brand new 125 K fast-erecting crane. Featuring a maximum hook height of 65.5 meters and a radius of 55 meters, this will be the fastest erecting crane on the market to date. The 125 K will be available for purchase worldwide beginning in March, preceding its appearance at the expo.
Ashley Burt
January 30, 2019
Lifting & Material Handling News
National Crane Responds to Customer Feedback with New, Tractor-Mounted Version of the NBT30H-2 Boom Truck
National Crane has taken a highly demanded concept to production in just eight months with their newest tractor-mounted version of their popular NBT30H-2 with the NBT30H-2 TM. Making use of their Voice of the Customer feedback program, an integral part of The Manitowoc Way, National Crane’s engineering team created this 30 USt machine with the help of a cross-functional team of experts from Manitowoc’s Lift Solutions team and National Crane’s Truck Modification Center. This new crane features 360° stability and a 69 ft boom, making it ideal for oil field applications and taxi crane work.
Ashley Burt
October 24, 2018
Lifting & Material Handling News
Hiab’s New MULTILIFT Ultima Hooklifts Make Jobs Easier and Safer
Hiab, part of Cargotec, is enhancing productivity and operational safety with their next generation of hooklifts. The MULTILIFT Ultima series features several industry-first innovations contributing to their increased safety and ease of use. Already the market leader, in thanks to their MULTILIFT XR range - the predecessor to the MULTILIFT Ultima - this newest lineup demonstrates Hiab’s continuation of dedication to innovation.
Ashley Burt
October 1, 2018
Lifting & Material Handling News
Hiab Launches New Building Material Cranes at IAA in Germany
Hiab, part of Cargotec, is expanding their portfolio with brand new building material crane models. Hiab will be showcasing the crane’s pioneering features at the upcoming IAA exhibition from September 20th to 27th in Hannover, Germany. The new models will feature the HIAB HiPro, the most advanced remote control system in the industry, as well as other qualities attributing to faster and safer crane operation.
Ashley Burt
September 19, 2018
Lifting & Material Handling News
Fassi and Volvo Present New FX-Link Tech at IAA Hannover
Fassi Gru and Volvo Trucks Italia have teamed up to bring the construction world FX-Link technology. The idea behind the tech was to make a crane and a vehicle more of a whole, optimizing the connectivity between the crane and truck to control different truck functions from the crane remote and vise versa. The new tech will be showcased at the 67th annual IAA Hannover exhibition at stand 51 of Fassi Gru S.p.A. in the outdoor area “M”, September 20th through the 27th.
Ashley Burt
September 19, 2018
Lifting & Material Handling News
New Cat 903D Compact Wheel Loader 25 Percent More Rapid and Powerful than Previous Model [VIDEO]
Cat’s new 903D compact wheel loader is a powerhouse to say the least, delivering increased performance and enhanced operator comfort, with the ability to run any number of tools, featuring creep control, throttle lock, and a work tool electrical harness. Compared to the machine’s predecessor, the 903D is definitely the optimal machine, with a 25 perfect increase in travel speed and lifting capacity. The new compact wheel loader also delivers powerful efficiency, making it the ideal option for every job from lifting a heavy pallet or sod to traveling from field to farm.
Ashley Burt
September 17, 2018
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