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JLG Industries has released a new industry whitepaper, Five Trends Reshaping Work at Height, that examines five trends influencing access equipment selection on modern job sites. Labor shortages, increasingly specialized applications and advances in technology are reshaping construction job sites, influencing how contractors, rental companies and equipment owners approach work at height, evaluate equipment and […]

Haulotte is expanding its Star vertical mast range with the Star 8 Picking, a model specifically designed for order preparation, stock management and shelving operations in logistics and distribution environments. Consistent with the DNA of the Star range, this new vertical mast combines compact dimensions, high productivity and enhanced safety for indoor applications. The Star […]

As part of its expanding focus on robotics, JLG is previewing a Canvas Robotics drywall robot designed to help contractors improve productivity, consistency and worker experience on interior construction projects. The worker-controlled system combines robotics and automation to perform multiple drywall-finishing applications on a single platform. The machine supports Level 4 spray and sanding processes […]

Sinoboom has launched a new compact and lightweight spider lift, the SPA27(E)J, available in both electric and diesel variants to suit varying usage scenarios. SPA27(E)J balances versatility, flexibility and stability, with a comprehensive operational range that offers 27m maximum working height, maximum horizontal reach of 14.2m, up-and-over clearance of 13m, 360° continuous turntable rotation, and […]

Inspeq will put its Remote Work Orders capability through a live global test on 8 July 8 at 14:00 BST, showing how expert inspections can be completed without the inspector setting foot on site. The inspector will check three machines – including a JLG boom on three continents. Inspeq is an advanced AI-powered equipment inspection […]

MEC Aerial Work Platforms is expanding its Product Management organization with the addition of industry veterans Rob Orlowski and Corey Raymo, strengthening the team responsible for turning field feedback and rental fleet needs into continued product innovation. Rob Orlowski joined MEC in January 2026 as director of Product Development, where he leads the company’s product […]

Leguan Lifts took the opportunity of the Apex exhibition in Maastrict, The Netherlands, to launch its new OptiTemp battery-powered All-Terrain Series spider lift.  The machine, designed to offer true diesel-equivalent performance generated more than €2.5 million in pre-orders secured for Q1 2027 deliveries. Leguan’s OptiTemp battery-powered All-Terrain Series is designed to deliver diesel-equivalent performance while […]

JLG Industries has deployed a new aftersales service model in France, effective 1 June 2026, as part of its transformation strategy and continued focus on customer experience. This new organization is based on a nationwide network of 14 service partners covering the entire French territory, combined with a centralized back-office directly managed by JLG. The […]

Haulotte has formed an innovation partnership with Builder Assist, a deep-tech startup specializing in construction robotics. Together, the two partners are developing the integration of Surface Assist, a robotic arm designed to perform several complex applications in the construction sector, on mobile elevating work platforms. With Surface Assist, Haulotte and Builder Assist aim to address key challenges in […]

In the competitive world of aerial platform rental, fleet decisions are never accidental. Reliability, utilization rates, ease of operation, and long-term return on investment all play a critical role in determining which machines earn a permanent place in a rental fleet. For Dutch aerial platform specialist Jekuntmijhuren.nl, the decision to expand heavily into Leguan spider […]