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John Barker, a pioneering figure in the powered access industry and the first president of the International Powered Access Federation (IPAF),  died peacefully at home on Sunday, July 7th, 2024, at the age of 88, after a battle with late-stage prostate cancer. John Barker’s remarkable career began in the Royal Air Force before he made […]

JLG Industries has released its new whitepaper 10 Tips for Creating a Safety-Focused Work Culture that can help contractors implement strategies and actions create a safety-first culture on their job sites. Topics addressed in the paper include storm safety, trip hazards, lone workers, hydration, hearing protection, ergonomics, mental health, heat, PPE and wearables. Despite being […]

Pelican Rope Works – US Rigging Supply (PRW-USR), a leader in safety product manufacturing and distribution, has  appointed Jacob Williams as executive vice president. With 28 years of experience in the distribution of rope, safety, and other industrial products, Jacob brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the team. Jacob’s most recent role was […]

Jekko continues to expand its global presence by signing a contract with a new international dealer. As of early June 2024, Kolex, sro is the latest exclusive Jekko dealer for Slovakia and the Czech Republic. Currently, Kolex offers complete sales, service, and technical consulting of products in the whole Jekko range, ranging from SPX minicranes […]

Nuclear Safety and Training AB (KSU) in Forsmark and Åkerströms Björbo have announced a strategic collaboration aimed at increasing safety and improving training for operators of overhead cranes and gantry cranes by integrating Åkerströms Access_CTRL and VR technology into KSU’s training programmes. KSU offers training in nuclear technology, operational management, and professional skills with a […]

Kalmar introduced its refreshed brand identity following its recent transition to a publicly listed company on the Nasdaq Helsinki. Kalmar’s vision is to be the forerunner in sustainable material handling equipment and services. “This vision drives our purpose and our brand promise: The logistics industry is transforming to meet the challenges of our world. At […]

Kito Crosby, a global leader in the lifting and securement industry, has announced that its Växjö-site in Sweden has been named a finalist for the esteemed Svenska Leanpriset (Swedish Lean Awards) 2024. This recognition highlights Kito Crosby’s commitment to operational excellence and its dedication to implementing Lean principles across its operations. Svenska Leanpriset, one of […]

BKT, a leading off-highway tyre manufacturer has enhanced its commitment to sustainable practices by joining Global Platform for Natural Sustainable Rubber. GPSNR is the organization that promotes the sustainable production, sourcing and use of natural rubber. Natural rubber production holds several opportunities for improvement in both environmental and social terms. The expansion of rubber plantations […]

JLG Industries has been named one of The Washington Post’s 2024 Top Workplaces in the Washington, DC area. Selection is based solely on employee feedback gathered through an anonymous third-party survey administered by research partner Energage, LLC, which measured several aspects of workplace culture, including alignment, execution and connection. “Everything we do at JLG honors […]

As the UK’s largest accrediting body for the accreditation of Thorough Examination providers across the materials handling, agriculture, and construction sectors, Consolidated Fork Truck Services (CFTS) has appointed Rob Fisher as its latest board member. One of his first duties in his new role was announcing record growth for the organisation, not only in terms […]