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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
Terex Crane Distributor, Cropac, Offers New Models and Expands Territory
Cropan Equipment, a Terex Cranes distributor for Atlantic Canada, is expanding their lineup by offering 35 new models of Terex tower cranes. Already one of the largest distributors of Demag and Terex cranes in Canada, the company is also expanding their territory to include all of Eastern Canada as well. The additions will include models of several varieties, including Terex flat top, hammerhead, and luffing jib tower cranes, all of which can be found currently at any of Cropac’s four locations.
Ashley Burt
August 29, 2018
Lifting & Material Handling News
Gehl’s Four New Telescopic Handlers Feature One-Handed Operation Joystick
Last week, Gehl introduced four brand new DL Gen:3 telescopic handler models to the North American market. The DL11-44 GEN:3, DL11-55 GEN:3, DL12-40 GEN:3 and DL12-55 GEN:3 models have been improved on by the addition of an all-in-one joystick control for boom extension and retraction, auxiliary hydraulics, attachment tilt, and and forward/neutral/reverse capabilities. This comprehensive joystick gives the operator the ability to leave one hand on the steering wheel while still controlling all machine functions with the other.
Ashley Burt
August 24, 2018
Lifting & Material Handling News
Hiab Acquires Effer to Expand Range of Heavy Cranes
As one of the global leaders in on-road handlings, Hiab, part of Cargotec, has decided to enter an agreement to acquire Effer S.p.A from the CTE Group. Acquiring the Effer loader cranes business speaks to Hiab’s already established ambition to be the global leader in cranes. Hiab obtained the well-known crane manufacturer at 50 million euros.
Ashley Burt
August 1, 2018
Lifting & Material Handling News
Manitou Adds Eight Diesel and Four Electric Models to Industrial Forklift Portfolio
Manitou is now offering an even more expansive lineup of forklifts for their North American market. The new additions include eight internal combustion diesel models joining the Manitou MI Industrial Forklift Range, and four new electric models joining the ME Industrial Forklift Range. This means that Manitou’s line of North American industrial forklifts now consists of 12 MI models and 14 ME models total.
Ashley Burt
June 21, 2018
Lifting & Material Handling News
JCB's 12,000 Lb Telescopic Handler Doesn't Require Engine Aftertreatment Thanks to EcoMAX Engine
JCB's 512-56 Loadall telescopic handler will now be available with a 74hp JCB EcoMAX engine. This is the first 12,000 lb telehandler not to require diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) or diesel particulate filter (DPF). The elimination of having to deal with engine aftertreatment is meant to save on operating costs, time, and inconvenience.
Ashley Burt
May 29, 2018
Lifting & Material Handling News
Manitou Debuts Three New Telescopic Handlers
Manitou recently introduced their three brand new North American MTA Easy74 telescopic handler models. These consist of the MTA 6642 Easy74, MTA 8044 Easy74 and MTA 10055 Easy74, all of which come with 74-horsepower and the same reliability customers have come to know and love. Each handler also comes with a turbocharged diesel engine and three steering modes.
Ashley Burt
May 24, 2018
Lifting & Material Handling News
Hiab Revamps Selection of Light Range Loader Cranes
Hiab, part of Cargotec, has recently announced that they are upping their game when it comes to their portfolio of light range loader cranes. Combining strength with reliability and ease of use, this lineup of cranes now comes with an increased capacity of 11 tonne meters, which is 7 more tonnes than previous models. Additionally, the machines now come with four options for remote and manual control systems, giving ultimate customizability and control to the operator in order to meet their exact level of precision during operation.
Ashley Burt
May 18, 2018
Lifting & Material Handling News
Hiab’s New MOFFETT M5 NX Mounted Forklift Delivers Enhanced Styling and Performance
Hiab, part of Cargotec, just launched their new MOFFETT M5 NX truck mounted forklift as an addition to their already established line. This latest model in a series of next-generation machines will be showcased at the upcoming Commercial Vehicle Show on April 24-26th in Birmingham, UK. There, customers can learn more about the machine’s multiple efficiency enhancements, including it’s impressive power to weight ratio, superior flexibility on small job sites, and improved safety and comfort features.
Ashley Burt
April 13, 2018
Lifting & Material Handling News
Hiab’s Solution for Efficient Container Handling: The Innovative Multilift Commander
Hiab, part of Cargotec, has recently launched their solution to the problem surrounding efficient container handling in locations where no infrastructure exists to load and unload containers from a truck - the Multilift Commander. While this unprecedented handling unit was originally created for the logistic needs of government organizations, it is now at the everyday consumer’s fingertips. For use with the ever popular Multilift XR21 hooklift, he Multilift Commander is a super useful application that enables both ISO 1C and 1CC freight containers, as well as DIN standard demountable flatracks, to be handled by the same truck with astounding ease.
Ashley Burt
March 23, 2018
Lifting & Material Handling News
John Deere Redesigns it’s Worksite Pro Pallet Forks
As a continuation of their commitment to being an industry leader for providing attachments to customers for all kinds of applications, John Deere has stepped up their game by redesigning its Worksite Pro pallet forks to be more durable than ever. These 45-inch and 60-inch frame attachments can be utilized for jobs of any scale, whether it is for landscaping, construction, agriculture, or anything in between. The new design is optimized to work with John Deere G- and E-Series Skid Steers and Compact Track Loaders, as well as L, K-II, and K-Series Compact Wheel Loaders, in addition to competitive models.
Ashley Burt
March 22, 2018
Lifting & Material Handling News
Hiab on the Hunt for the 2018 World Crane Champion
Hiab, part of Cargotec, has invited the world’s best crane operators to toss their hat into the ring for the upcoming third World Crane Championship. The winner will be announced at the finals, which will take place at the IAA Commercial Vehicle Show in Hannover, Germany on September 22-23 of this year. Operators are being asked to submit their entries now, and local heats will be beginning soon.
Ashley Burt
March 19, 2018
Lifting & Material Handling News
Manitou Announces New Lineup of Mobile Elevated Work Platforms
Manitou has announced its new lineup of both diesel and electric mobile elevated work platforms (or MEWPs) for its North American market. This squad of platforms features two electric models, the AETJ 49 and the AETJ 43, as well as three diesel models, the ATJ 46, ATJ 46+, and the MAN’GO 33. These models were debuted for the first time at the recent ARA Rental Show in New Orleans earlier this month.
Ashley Burt
February 22, 2018
Lifting & Material Handling News
Pettibone Debuts Next Generation T944X Telehandler with Horizontal Reach
The new Traverse T944X telehandler is sure to be an exciting update to Pettibone’s already existing arsenal of heavy duty machinery for those who have been seeking more safety and precision. This telehandler is the first in the industry to have an extendable, traversing boom that travels horizontally in order to move loads more precisely without having to coordinate multiple boom functions. This industry-exclusive boom has up to 70 inches of horizontal reach and allows for navigation through tight openings at full lift height.
Ashley Burt
February 8, 2018
Lifting & Material Handling News
Manitou’s Adds Three New Rotating Telehandlers to its All-Encompassing Lineup
If you’re looking for a rotating telehandler in the North American market, Maritou’s introduction of three new models to its already existing MRT series is great news for you. The MRT2470, MRT 3050 and MRT 1840 bring the full series to six models to choose from in order to handle up to 15,400 pounds of capacity with a reach of up to 103 feet and 4 inches. This overall variety of powerful machines puts you in control of the most efficient way to get the job at hand done.
Ashley Burt
February 7, 2018
Lifting & Material Handling News
Liebherr Delivers First LRT Rough Terrain Cranes
Wasel GmbH Schwerlastlogistik has accepted two LRT rough-terrain crane models from the Liebherr plant in Ehingen. The company now owns the first of the LRT 1090-2.1 and the LRT 1100-2.1 series. The firm plans to deploy both rough-terrain cranes in opencast mining as well as on major construction sites with long periods of use.
Javier Simon
December 15, 2017
Lifting & Material Handling News
Mammoet Expands Crane Fleet with New Demag and Terex Models
Mammoet has placed an order for 14 new cranes comprising Demag and Terex vehicles. The fleet will take on 10 Demag all-terrain cranes including the AC 500-8 crane, three Terex models including the Mac 25-4 pick-and-carry crane, as well as one Demag CC 3800-1 crawler crane.
Javier Simon
December 15, 2017
Lifting & Material Handling News
3 Reasons Warehouse Robots Could Overtake Material Handling Equipment [VIDEO]
Typical warehouse equipment like telehandlers, order pickers and forklifts could be replaced by warehouse robots sometime in the future, experts say. The official term is called “warehouse automation solutions”, but are we ready for a robotic warehouse to become the norm, can all businesses successfully make the switch, and what does this mean for the average warehouse worker?
Kyler Richman
November 29, 2017
Lifting & Material Handling News
Pettibone's Launches Cary-Lift 254i for Heavy Pipe, Pole and Log Handling
Pettibone has rolled out the new Cary-Lift 254i, built for heavy pipe, pole, log, and material handling, whether it be in a stock yard or construction site. The Cary-Lift 254i features a unique overhead lift arm design, giving the operator full front visibility when lifting or transporting loads – a sharp contrast to the lift arms on wheel loaders, which are located directly in front of the vehicle. Additionally, Cary-Lift forks are capable of tilting down 90 degrees for specialized lifting tasks, such as unloading pipe from railroad gondola cars.
Curtis Sund
November 7, 2017
Lifting & Material Handling News
New Demag AC 45 City Crane: The King of Confined Spaces
The new Demag AC 45 City is the most compact crane in its class, with a length of 8.69 m, a width of 2.55 m, and a height of only 3.16 m. The Demag AC 45 City's IC-1 Plus control system calculates the crane's maximum available lifting capacity for every boom position in real time even when working with asymmetrical outrigger setups. And to top it all off, it has a maximum weight of 34 tonnes, so it can travel on the roads without any additional transport vehicles.
Curtis Sund
October 31, 2017
Lifting & Material Handling News
IMT Adds New Articulating Cranes with Increased Lift Capacity
Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc. (IMT) has rolled out four new articulating crane models, the 610, 710, 810 and 910, and revisions to its current lineup. The new articulating cranes offer increased lifting capacities in the 40,000 ft-lb to 70,000 ft-lb range. The new models share the same tried-and-true features offered on all IMT articulating cranes, such as over-bending, which ensures the working area between the main boom and the jib is no less than 195°.
Curtis Sund
September 22, 2017
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