Briggs Industrial Solutions announces Mark Piccirillo as new Chief Financial Officer
Briggs Industrial Solutions, a Sammons Industrial company, announced Mark Piccirillo as the new Chief Financial Officer. A proven strategic leader, with more than 25 years of experience, Piccirillo has held roles with responsibilities in the US and abroad that included mergers & acquisitions, P&L ownership, growth initiatives, and profitability improvements. Piccirillo has a proven record in leading complex finance organizations across multiple industries and driving change. “I am excited to have Mark join our executive team and bring his breadth of experience to our organization. Mark’s approach to leadership and team development and strong values aligns with our company values and will help us to continue to grow in the future.” Dan Lister, President, Briggs Industrial Solutions. Piccirillo joins Briggs from Lennox International, where he most recently served as Vice President, Finance & Chief Financial Officer for Lennox’ Commercial HVAC and Refrigeration businesses. During his nearly 12 years with Lennox, Mark served as the CFO for four different business segments guiding the U.S. and Internationally based businesses through various stages of turn-around, growth and expansion. Mark is a Certified Public Accountant and graduated cum laude from Babson College.
Bobcat donates $250,000 to parks to promote sustainability and cultivate community
Five parks each receive $50,000 for park restoration, beautification or enhancement needs and a new Bobcat zero-turn mower Bobcat Company, a global compact equipment, innovation and worksite solutions brand, has extended five grants, each worth $50,000, to parks across the nation as part of its partnership with the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA). In addition to the grant offering, every park and recreation department that applied for the grant—regardless of receiving the grant or not—will receive a new Bobcat zero-turn mower to help them accomplish more for their community spaces. The recipients of the $50,000 grants include City of Stonecrest in Stonecrest, Ga.; Davidson County Parks and Recreation in Lexington, N.C.; City of Buffalo Parks in Buffalo, N.Y.; San Antonio River Authority in San Antonio, Texas; and City of Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation in Auburn, Wash. “Our commitment to positively impact communities is ingrained in all of us at Bobcat, and we are humbled to give back to these deserving communities in support of this mission,” said Mike Ballweber, president, Doosan Bobcat North America. “By supporting sustainability efforts today, we can offer a better tomorrow to the generations to come.” Through Bobcat and NRPA’s shared commitment to creating vibrant and sustainable community park and recreation areas, the grant dollars will support various restoration, sustainability, beautification or enhancement activities at these sites. The grant recipients’ plans include: City of Stonecrest in Stonecrest, Ga.: The City of Stonecrest, located east of Atlanta, plans to develop a walking trail at Everett Park. The new trail aims to encourage community residents to engage with the outdoors and attend the park and recreation department’s programs which include forest therapy programs, bird watching walks, summer camps, fishing and camping opportunities. The local park and recreation team will utilize the grant dollars, plus Bobcat equipment for forest mulching, grading and compacting to support development of this new ADA-compliant trail. Davidson County Parks and Recreation in Lexington, N.C.: A pollinator garden and bog garden is being developed at a newly created park called Yadkin River Park. The project is being led by the Davidson County Parks and Recreation Department in collaboration with the master gardeners of Davidson County, Catawba College Department of Environment and Sustainability, North Carolina state agencies, Town of Spencer and Friends of Rowan County. The gardens will demonstrate the resilience of the native bog plants in North Carolina, and it will also protect the surrounding community from adverse effects like water pollution and flooding. Educational signage will be on display for the public and local educators to use these spaces to teach children as they play at the nearby playgrounds. The agencies will work together to plant, mulch, maintain and teach people how these plants help the environment. City of Buffalo in Buffalo, N.Y.: The City of Buffalo Parks and Buffalo Niagara River Land Trust are partnering on a 22-acre conservation easement known as Houghton Park. What was once a dumping ground of large broken concrete slabs, bricks and stones, will become an open nature conservation area in a dense urban neighborhood overlooking the Buffalo River. The project team will leverage compact equipment from Bobcat to remove the heavy construction debris, while offering a light footprint on the sensitive landscape. The conservation area will reconstruct pedestrian trails and create access points from the area neighborhoods. San Antonio River Authority in San Antonio, Texas: The San Antonio River Authority plans to develop new trails, create two bioswales and plant native species at its 351-acre Trueheart Ranch Park which fronts the San Antonio River. These park initiatives aim to make the park more resistant to climate outcomes. After the completion of this project, the park plans to open these areas to the public and offer various programming opportunities such as fishing clinics, tent building and nature hikes. The team will utilize Bobcat equipment for use in constructing the trails. City of Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation in Auburn, Wash.: Located south of Seattle, the City of Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation will create a more inclusive environment for the community by creating new ADA-accessible gravel pathways at Auburndale Park. The project will reinvigorate two existing pathways to remove the outdated asphalt and replace it with crushed gravel. To complete the project, the team will use Bobcat equipment to demo the asphalt, then to install the gravel paths to proper grade. “We are so excited to help create more sustainable and resilient communities by extending grants to these deserving communities,” said Ayanna Williams, NRPA director of community and environmental resilience. “Park and recreation professionals are champions in addressing our most pressing environmental challenges and we are grateful to Bobcat for their support to improve, preserve and beautify these spaces.” Each park will begin its project this summer with varying stages of completion over the next several months.
Defatte Equipment joins LiuGong North America Dealer Network
LiuGong North America has welcomed Defatte Equipment Inc. to its material handling dealer network. Located in the northern coastal area of Ukiah, California, Defatte has established itself for more than 20 years by growing its presence and customer following in the North Bay area, mainly Lake and Mendocino counties. Founded in 1999 as a used forklift dealer, today Defatte Supplies Sales, Rental, and Service throughout California’s Lake & Mendocino counties. The company supplies sales, service, rentals and parts to many industries within the community. It serves the construction, industrial and agriculture industries. “We’ve been growing as a heavy equipment rental and sales yard for the past 20-plus years and never taken on a line of material handling products,” said Joe Defatte, CEO, Defatte Equipment. Defatte described the key factors that led to joining the LiuGong dealer network. “We just felt that this was the next logical step in our growth,” he explained. “We chose LiuGong for their rare combination of quality and price point that we feel will fit into our market just right.” Jared Ward, Vice President, Material Handling, LiuGong North America, noted the Defatte company history and success while welcoming them on board. “The combination of Defatte Equipment’s industry knowledge and location in a great area make them an excellent addition to our growing dealer network,” Ward said. “They know how to move product and will help us continue our growth trajectory in material handling.”
H&E Relocates Winston-Salem branch to Greensboro, N.C.
Effective July 17, 2023, H&E Equipment Services Inc. announces the relocation of its Winston-Salem branch to Greensboro, N.C. The new Greensboro location, just south of the airport, has easy access to I-40 and I-840 and enables H&E to serve both Greensboro and Winston-Salem more efficiently. “Our new Greensboro location is just south of the airport with easy access to I-40 and I-840,” said branch manager Hudson Essick. “Being on the west side of the city now puts us between Greensboro and Winston-Salem and allows us to serve both markets more efficiently. And with our Durham and Statesville branches within 70 miles east and southwest of Greensboro, we can quickly locate available fleet and provide faster response time to jobsites throughout the Piedmont Triad region.” The Greensboro branch specializes in the rental of aerial lifts, earthmoving equipment, telescopic forklifts, compaction equipment, generators, light towers, compressors, and more and represents Allmand, Atlas Copco, Bomag, Case, Club Car, Cushman, Doosan, Gehl, Generac Mobile, Genie, Hamm, Hilti, Husqvarna, JCB, JLG, John Deere, Kobelco, Kubota, LayMor, Ledwell, Lincoln Electric, Link-Belt Excavators, MEC, Miller, Multiquip, Polaris, Sany, Skyjack, SkyTrak, Sullair, Sullivan-Palatek, Tag, Towmaster, Unicarriers, Wacker Neuson, Yanmar, and others. Founded in 1961, H&E Equipment Services is one of the largest equipment rental companies in the nation, providing the higher standard in equipment rentals, sales, parts, and service. Branches are located throughout the Pacific Northwest, West Coast, Intermountain, Southwest, Gulf Coast, Southeast, Midwest, and Mid-Atlantic regions.
Big Joe releases new CB30 and CB35 Walkie Counterbalance Stackers
Big Joe’s new CB30/CB35 Walkie Stackers offer a next-gen alternative to sit-down forklifts Big Joe Forklifts has officially introduced the new CB30 and CB35 Walkie Counterbalance Stackers as a productive and safe alternative to traditional rider forklifts. Available in 3,000 lb. (CB30) and 3,500 lb. (CB35) capacities, these new walkie stackers are ideal for smaller facilities as a one truck solution or as a supplemental piece of equipment in larger facilities. The CB30/CB35 vehicles are an excellent choice when high speed travel is not required or where the use of rider forklifts may pose a threat to pedestrians. The Big Joe CB30/CB35 stackers offer advanced load handling capabilities and maneuverability due to their updated controls and compact chassis design, which features a cast counterweight. With 4.6 inches of maximum ground clearance, these machines can easily traverse dock transitions, streamlining the process for unloading or loading trailers. New users will find the CB30/CB35 to be extremely nimble and able to make tight turns easily via standard electric power steering and a 180-degree steer arc. These compact machines are an asset in any general material handling applications, including warehouse, manufacturing and retail deliveries from ground level when a dock or lift gate is unavailable. Big Joe’s well-known, easy-to-use designs carry into the new CB30/CB35 stackers with its intuitive and simple operation handle controls for forward and reverse travel. Additional features include proportional lift and lower levers for find load control, mass tilt, horn and a reversing switch for optimal safety. Standard features include a battery discharge indicator, key switch, hour meter and non-marking tires to protect facility floors. “Our new CB30/CB35 Walkie Stackers are a great solution to handle loads over short distances,” said Big Joe’s Chief Marketing Officer, Bill Pedriana. “We designed these machines to provide exceptional value and flexibility in smaller facilities as a one truck solution or to supplement traditional rider equipment in the biggest of operations. The new CB30/35 are a fantastic alternative to traditional forklifts, and in operations a great answer to the question we often pose, which is, ‘Why Ride When You Can Walk?’” The CB series stackers offer a two or three-stage configuration for low- or high-level handling, reaching up to a 157-inch lift height. These machines provide hydraulic tilt both forward and back for efficient handling of various load sizes. The CB30/CB35 have advanced power systems, giving your facility the option to use an AGM battery pack, industrial lead acid batteries, or a 205ah UL recognized lithium battery. When opting for Big Joe’s lithium batteries, the integrated battery management system supports opportunity charging and has no need for special infrastructure such as eyewash stations or battery watering, ultimately saving facility space, reducing complexity and increasing up time.
Carolina Handling hosting Patriotic Forklift Auction for charity
On National Hire a Veteran Day on July 25, Carolina Handling will launch an online auction to raise funds for two veteran organizations, Folds of Honor and Upstate Warrior Solution, with the sale of a custom painted patriotic forklift. The Raymond 7000-Series Single Reach Truck features large images of Old Glory and Lady Liberty, white stars along the mast and operator cabin, and red forks. Painted by a Carolina Handling renewed shop technician, who also serves in the South Carolina National Guard, the colorful piece of material handling equipment was a photo op stop during the recent BMW Charity Pro-Am in Greenville, South Carolina, where the truck was on display outside the Carolina Handling Military & First Responders Skybox. Ideal for high rack applications, the Raymond Reach Truck is forward stance with a collapsed height of 107″ and extended height of 241″. It weighs 7,757 lbs and can lift up to 3,500 lbs. “Whether an inspirational workhorse for your warehouse or a novelty piece for your place of business, this patriotic reach truck is the perfect display of pride and patriotism,” said Carolina Handling President & CEO Brent Hillabrand. “The winning bidder also will support two nonprofit organizations doing incredible work for military veterans and their families.” All auction proceeds will benefit Folds of Honor Palmetto State Chapter and Upstate Warrior Solution. Founded in 2007, Folds of Honor awards scholarships to the spouses and children of America’s fallen and disabled service members. Upstate Warrior Solution assists veterans and their family members with housing, employment, healthcare, education and family support. The Carolina Handling Patriotic Reach Truck online auction will begin at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, July 25, 2023 and conclude at 8 p.m. on Thursday, August 17, 2023, which is National Nonprofit Day. For more information and bidding, visit 32auctions.com/CarolinaHandling.
Alta Equipment Group Inc. announces pricing of upsized Secondary Offering of Common Stock
Alta Equipment Group Inc. (NYSE: ALTG) (“Alta” or the “Company”), a provider of premium material handling, construction and environmental processing equipment and related services, today announced the pricing of an upsized underwritten secondary offering of 2,200,000 shares of its common stock, par value $0.0001 per share (the “Common Stock”) by an affiliate of B. Riley Financial, Inc. (the “Selling Stockholder”) at a price to the public of $16.25 per share. The underwriters have been granted a 30-day option to purchase up to an additional 330,000 shares of Common Stock from the Selling Stockholder. The offering is expected to close on July 25, 2023, subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions. Alta is not offering any shares of Common Stock in this offering and will not receive any proceeds from the sale of shares by the Selling Stockholder and will bear certain costs associated with the sale of such shares, but not underwriting discounts and commissions. D.A. Davidson & Co. and B. Riley Securities are acting as joint book-running managers and representatives of the underwriters for the offering. Northland Capital Markets is serving as a co-manager for the offering. The offering of these securities is being made pursuant to a resale shelf registration statement, which was filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) on March 25, 2020 and initially declared effective on April 3, 2020, as amended by Post-Effective Amendment No. 1, filed with the SEC on July 1, 2021 and declared effective on July 12, 2021. The offering is being made only by means of a prospectus supplement and an accompanying prospectus. A copy of the prospectus and prospectus supplement relating to the offering may be obtained, when available, by visiting the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov. Alternatively, copies of the prospectus and prospectus supplement relating to the offering may be obtained by contacting: D.A. Davidson & Co., Attention: Equity Syndicate, 8 Third Street North, Great Falls, MT 59401, (800) 332-5915, prospectusrequest@dadco.com or B. Riley Securities, Inc., Attention: Prospectus Department, 1300 17th Street North, Suite 1300, Arlington, Virginia 22209, Phone: (703) 312-9580, Email: prospectuses@brileyfin.com.
Hy-Brid Lifts announces Director of Sales for South-Central United States
Hy-Brid Lifts, a provder of aerial lift equipment, announces John Davis as director of sales covering the south-central United States. Davis’ responsibilities will include providing customer support as well as continuing the growth and channel development of the Hy-Brid Lifts line of low-level scissor lifts. “I am truly elated to become the latest member of the sales team here at Hy-Brid Lifts. I have felt nothing but love and appreciation from everyone I’ve encountered thus far, and I can clearly see why this company is thriving and growing so successfully,” said Davis. “I look forward to bringing my positive attitude and determination to help Hy-Brid Lifts grow in the south-central districts of the U.S.” John brings 11 years of industry experience to his new role, largely derived from his time at Asco Equipment where he spent two years as the A/P specialist, five years as the parts manager and one year as the rental coordinator. He spent the last three years at Texas State Rentals as the territory sales manager for south Houston. John has plans to use his parts and sales knowledge of scissor lifts to expand the Hy-Brid Lifts customer base using his excellent customer service skills, diligence and winning smile. “We are thrilled to have John join the Hy-Brid Lifts team. He will work directly with our dealer network in the south-central United States, strengthening our ability to serve our customers,” said Dave Wanta, Custom Equipment LLC vice president of sales. “John brings a wealth of sales and rental industry knowledge along with operational experience that will bring great value to our customers. John is a valuable addition to the team, and we look forward to the contributions that he will provide for our company’s continued growth.”
LiuGong enters second half of 2023 with continued Momentum, strong sales, enhanced team and electric energy
As the second half of 2023 begins, LiuGong continues to build upon its status as one of the fastest growing construction brands in North America. The first half of this year has produced strong results, thanks to a successful CONEXPO/CON-AGG show in March in Las Vegas and the sustained growth in its material handling division alongside its construction equipment products. Business Highlights LiuGong reported $3.932 billion in construction equipment (CE) sales in 2022, per the 2023 KHL Yellow Table released by International Construction in its May-June 2023 issue. This number is quite close with its 2021 sales numbers of $4.055 billion and continues the trend of LiuGong sales growth over the last several years. “I think we have uniquely been a beneficiary of some of the supply chain challenges in our industry over the last two to three years,” said Andrew Ryan, President, LiuGong North America. “When we were in times of tight supply, and whether it was a dealer organization or an end customer needed to find equipment to get the job done, we stood up with availability and we stood up with quality machines. Once the customer or the dealer gave them a chance, they came back really impressed.” The exponential growth over the time since the 2020 CONEXPO/CON-AGG show has been staggering, Ryan said. “From 2020 to 2021, our business grew by 90%,” Ryan said. “From 2021 to ‘22, our business grew by 75%, and we expect our business will grow at least by 50% this year and more likely by 75% as we continue to add more dealer partners and get more of those repeat purchases from our customers.” LiuGong placing significant investment towards the material handling side of the business is also paying dividends. “LiuGong as a corporation made big investments and commitment to be in the forklift in material handling business,” Ryan said. “We invested more than $100 million in factory automation in our plant in China, and commensurately we’ve invested to build a team to help grow the business in North America. “With our new leadership group for the material handling business, we’ve grown the business more than 10 times. We’re very excited about the growth of that business, and we expect long term that it’s going to be between 40 and 50% of the total business that we do in North America.” New Leaders The second half of the year also sees LiuGong enhance its leadership team to keep up with that growth. Mike Zhou, Product Manager, Wheel Loaders, will transition into a newly established position as Product Manager, Battery Electric Vehicles. The battery electric 856H-E MAX Wheel Loader debuted to the North American market at the 2023 CONEXPO/CON-AGG show with the first machine sold to the Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts, and more to follow. Andrew Dargatz joins the LiuGong team as Zhou’s replacement as Product Manager, Wheel Loaders. Dargatz has an extensive resume within the construction equipment industry with more than 15 years of experience. Both Zhou and Dargatz officially began in their new roles on July 1 and report to Chris Saucedo, Senior Vice President, Strategy & Customer Solutions, LiuGong North America. The LiuGong marketing team is strengthened with the addition of Stephanie Gonzales as Channel Marketing Manager. Gonzales has a deep marketing and brand management background, including a decade working with a major automotive OEM. Upcoming Opportunities LiuGong has several either expanded or new growth opportunities the second half of 2023 and is looking ahead to 2024 as one of the industry-leading battery electric vehicle manufacturers. LiuGong was recently awarded a Sourcewell contract in the “Heavy Construction Equipment” category. This multi-year contract allows government and education entities in the United States and Canada to procure equipment and services. The company is set to expand its range of battery electric vehicle models, with more wheel loader models anticipated in the North American market. Beyond wheel loaders, LiuGong has developed electric excavators, forklifts and other products for different markets with the intent to bring more to North America. These two may go together as emissions footprints are being closely scrutinized and opening the window for a range of new products to enter fleets, Ryan explained. “We’re seeing demand from a couple of very important segments,” Ryan said. “First and foremost, our friends in the cement and quarrying aggregates industry are facing a lot of pressure from both shareholders and senior managers and social organizations to reduce their emissions footprint. “The cement industry is documented to account for about 15% of global emissions. So their urgency to make their operation zero emissions is quite high, and they’re looking to LiuGong to be a partner in that effort and help them achieve those goals. “Secondarily, governments around the world are changing regulations and offering lots of incentives to encourage investment in electric machinery. “It will be some time before the industry adopts this technology completely and at a scale level. But we’re very well-positioned at LiuGong for the segment of customers that needs these products and wants these products.”
Kalmar Ottawa celebrates 65 years of excellence in Terminal Tractor innovation
Kalmar Ottawa, a manufacturer of terminal tractors and a trusted name in the industry, has announced its 65th anniversary. For more than six decades, Kalmar Ottawa has been at the forefront of terminal tractor innovation, revolutionizing the way cargo is handled and transported across ports, distribution centers, and industrial facilities worldwide. Founded in 1958, Kalmar Ottawa is noted as the original manufacturer of terminal tractors, and has consistently delivered reliable, durable, and high-performance terminal tractors since. With a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by its customers, Kalmar Ottawa has continuously evolved its products to meet the changing demands of the industry. Throughout its history, Kalmar Ottawa has been a pioneer in introducing advanced features and technologies to enhance the safety, sustainability, and operational efficiency of terminal operations. From its early models to the latest generation of terminal tractors, the company has remained committed to delivering excellence in every aspect. Over the years, Kalmar Ottawa has built a strong reputation for its dedication to customer satisfaction. By providing exceptional service and support, the company has fostered long-lasting partnerships with clients around the globe. With a vast network of dealers and service centers, Kalmar Ottawa ensures that its customers receive prompt assistance, maintenance, and spare parts, maximizing uptime and minimizing operational disruptions. “Kalmar Ottawa has been the leader in terminal tractors for 65 years. During those years we have created something special to innovate new products, serve our customers across the world, and deliver over 80,000 terminal tractor units,” says Hermanni Lyyski, Vice President of terminal tractors at Kalmar. “With that heritage and expertise, we are well positioned for the next 65 years to lead the development of terminal tractors.” “Kalmar Ottawa’s celebration of 65 years of excellence in terminal tractor production is certainly commendable. Achieving a recent all time high production record with a 44% productivity increase from 2022 to 2023, a significant accomplishment that reflects the company’s commitment to meeting the increasing customer demand for their products. Transforming manufacturing processes is an essential aspect of staying competitive and ensuring efficiency in today’s rapidly changing industrial landscape,” says Brunno Muller, Director of Operations at Kalmar Ottawa. Looking towards the future, Kalmar Ottawa remains committed to pushing the boundaries of terminal tractor technology and delivering solutions that enable its customers to thrive in a rapidly changing world. The company continues to invest in research and development, embracing emerging trends and technologies to anticipate and fulfill the evolving needs of the industry.
Hyundai Material Handling introduces new and innovative products that build for the future
Continuing to illustrate that no one delivers more, Hyundai Material Handling recently introduced a series of new and innovative products that are stronger, safer, more cost-effective and eco-friendly. Unique and advanced design features enhance comfort and reliability while maintaining the highest level of power and durability. “We’re extremely pleased and proud to offer these new state-of-the-art, high-quality products,” said Chief Operating Officer Lewis Byers. “Our new series exemplifies Hyundai Material Handling’s commitment to fulfilling the needs of our dealers and their customers.” The New Forklift Series 9V Series The 9V series satisfies customers’ demands by adapting Hyundai’s powertrain to increase the durability of transmissions and drive axles and enhance driving comfort. It includes the 25/30D 35DN-9V Diesel Pneumatic Forklift Series which offers a powerful, eco-friendly Hyundai diesel engine that meets all EPA/CARB Tier-4 regulations; innovative cost-effectiveness and reliable durability with improved capacity for heavyduty handling; enhanced safety measures; and outstanding operability ergonomics, including a new digital-type cluster with MCU function. Available in 5,000, 6,000, and 7,000-pound-capacity, the 9V Series is sure to improve work efficiency with consistent convenience in any environment. Another key offering in the 9V series is the 22,000-pound-capacity 100D-9V. Redefining the meaning of high performance in heavy-duty forklifts, the 100D-9V combines the power and efficiency of a Cummins diesel engine that meets the world’s most exacting emissions standards. The cab and controls are designed for maximum operator comfort and productivity, and it features innovative systems that will lower costs. 25/30/33LC-9 Series With the LC-9 (LP Cushion) Series, Hyundai Material Handling took its proven design to the next level, adding improvements and exclusive features that improve performance and reliability, and simplify servicing and operation. Available in 5,000, 6,000, and 6,500-pound-capacity, the Hyundai LC-9 series provides enhanced ergonomics and new safety features that help drive productivity while safeguarding not just operators but operations as a whole. B-X Electric Pneumatic Lithium Series The new battery-powered B-X Series brings forklift owners the complete lithium truck package: truck, lithium battery and charger, with an option to apply a conventional lead acid battery. Available in 5,000-pound through 7,000-pound-capacity, the heart of the B-X Series is a design that dramatically reduces energy consumption to cut the cost of ownership. Plus, the B-X Series can take advantage of Lithium-Ion Battery Technology, that provides longer run times, reduced charging time, and lower energy costs with zero emissions. Throughout these rugged machines are innovative features that improve reliability, simplify servicing, enhance safety, and offer a level of operator comfort unsurpassed in the industry. Class III Products Hyundai Material Handling is pleased to provide our dealers and their customers an exciting new selection of Class III products. This series of 10 electric pallet jacks, straddle stackers, and a manual pallet jack possess unique ergonomic designs, strong chassis, and quick-charging lithium batteries. With this new edition of Class III Products, Hyundai and its dealers now offer a complete line of material handling equipment to customers – from the factory floor or warehouse aisles right up to the loading dock.
KION announces Christian Harm as new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) – Marcus Wassenberg leaves the company
Christian Harm takes over as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of KION GROUP AG with immediate effect Marcus Wassenberg leaves the company at his own request The Supervisory Board of KION GROUP AG has appointed Christian Harm (55) as a member of the Executive Board with immediate effect. He assumes the position of CFO, replacing Marcus Wassenberg, who is leaving the company on best terms by his own request. Christian Harm has a proven track record as a successful executive within KION – and its predecessor – of over 20 years. He has played a crucial role in strategic key projects of the company, such as the IPO of KION (2013), and the acquisition of Dematic (2016). Harm will work alongside with the entire Executive Board to further drive the profitability of the Group and the KION 2027 strategy. From 2006 to 2012, Harm led the procurement of the Group and then took over the leadership of the Group’s Strategy Department. In 2019, he initially assumed the position of Executive Vice President Finance and Operations, and from 2021 onwards, Harm took responsibility for the finances of the Group’s most profitable business, KION ITS EMEA, as Executive Vice President Finance. New CFO with longstanding experience within the company “The Supervisory Board is convinced that Christian Harm is the ideal appointment to lead the Finance function of a global technology leader. Harm has effectively managed strategically significant tasks of the company and held various leadership roles over many years. He has demonstrated his ability to shape and implement complex projects of enterprise-wide importance. We would like to express our gratitude to Marcus Wassenberg for his commitment and successful initiatives to increase the profitability of the Group and drive forward the necessary processes. At the same time, he has actively engaged in a trustworthy dialogue with the capital market. We regret his departure and wish him all the best for his future endeavors,” says Hans Peter Ring, Chairman of the Supervisory Board of KION GROUP AG. “I am very much looking forward to working with Christian Harm on the Executive Board of our company. Harm knows customers, markets, and employees both from a corporate and operational perspective. Under his finance leadership, the profitability of KION ITS EMEA has recently improved significantly, another reason why Harm is the ideal CFO of KION GROUP AG. At the same time, on behalf of the Executive Board, I would like to thank Marcus Wassenberg for the good cooperation in the past. He has provided visible impulses for the company and made contributions to its successful development,” says Rob Smith, CEO of KION GROUP AG. Marcus Wassenberg, a member of the Executive Board of KION GROUP AG serving as Chief Financial Officer responsible for accounting, controlling, finance, IT, as well as M&A and Investor Relations, is leaving the company by his own request. He has reached a mutual agreement with the Supervisory Board to end his tenure with the KION Group with immediate effect, following diverging views on matters of company leadership.
H&E opens new branch in Port Allen LA
Effective June 30, 2023, H&E Equipment Services Inc. (H&E) announces the opening of its Port Allen branch, its eighth rental location in the state of Louisiana. The branch is also the sixth new location H&E has opened across the country in the second quarter of 2023. The facility is located at 4247 I-10 Frontage Road, Port Allen, LA 70767-4149, phone 225 487-3200. It includes a fully fenced yard area, offices, and a separate repair shop and carries a variety of construction and general industrial equipment. “We placed our new branch just off I-10 in West Baton Rouge to specifically reach our customers west of the Mississippi River, both north and south of the interstate. With road construction just over the bridge in nearby Baton Rouge, having a fleet positioned west of the city allows us to avoid traffic delays in getting our equipment on the jobsite. Our service area is wide and stretches along the river, up to the Mississippi state line, and down almost to Morgan City along the Atchafalaya River,” says Branch Manager Roland Falcon. “H&E has South Louisiana fully covered. With our Port Allen branch within 50 miles of our existing facility in Lafayette and just over 15 miles from our Baton Rouge location, we are close enough to source nearby fleet when needed to make sure our customers have what they need.” The Port Allen branch specializes in the rental of aerial lifts, earthmoving equipment, telescopic forklifts, compaction equipment, generators, light towers, compressors, and more and represents the following manufacturers: Allmand, Atlas Copco, Bomag, Case, Club Car, Gehl, Generac Mobile, Genie, Hamm, JCB, JLG, John Deere, Kobelco, Kubota, LayMor, Ledwell, Lincoln Electric, Link-Belt Excavators, MEC, Miller, Multiquip, Nissan, Polaris, Sany, Skyjack, SkyTrak, Sullair, Sullivan-Palatek, Unicarriers, Wacker Neuson, Yanmar, and others.
Bobcat supporting local communities through Park and Recreation Month sponsorship
Sponsorship celebrates the importance of local park and recreation spaces and the professionals who support these spaces across the nation Bobcat Company, a global compact equipment, innovation and worksite solutions brand, is a longtime supporter and advocate for making a difference for people, supporting communities and bringing positive change to the world. To further this commitment, Bobcat has announced its sponsorship of Park and Recreation Month. The National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) celebrates Park and Recreation Month every July to promote building strong, vibrant and resilient communities through the power of parks and recreation areas and to recognize the more than 160,000 full-time park and recreation professionals — along with hundreds of thousands of part-time and seasonal workers and volunteers — that maintain our country’s local, state and community parks. This year’s Park and Recreation Month theme is “Where Community Grows,” and Bobcat is proud of its long history of community involvement aimed at providing time, resources and charitable contributions to help improve the lives of people across the globe. “This year we are celebrating 65 years, and as we reflect on our rich history, we are also envisioning how we can build a better, more sustainable future,” said Mike Ballweber, Doosan Bobcat North America president. “Through our partnership with NRPA and our sponsorship of Park and Recreation Month, we aim to build stronger communities for a better tomorrow.” Bobcat has also partnered with NRPA to extend five grants, each worth $50,000, to support five park improvement projects in designated communities throughout the U.S. The grant recipients will be announced later in July. “Park and Recreation Month is a celebration held each July to promote building strong, vibrant and resilient communities through the power of parks and recreation,” said Kristine Stratton, NRPA president and CEO. “We are honored to partner with Bobcat on this very special month to lift up the 160,000 full-time park and recreation professionals serving our communities.” In addition to its support of Park and Recreation Month, Bobcat recently completed its Doosan Days of Community Service events where hundreds of its employees across the nation dedicated their time and talents volunteering in their communities to positively benefit the locations they live and work.
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H&E opens new branch in Statesville NC
Effective June 26, 2023, H&E Equipment Services Inc. (H&E) announces the opening of its Statesville branch, its eighth rental location in the state of North Carolina. The branch is located at 160 Ebenezer Road, Statesville, NC 28625-9478, phone 980 391-3001. It includes a fully fenced yard area, offices, and a separate repair shop and can handle a variety of construction and general industrial equipment. “Our new Statesville branch extends our coverage, reaching north to the state line and west to Hickory, Morganton, Lenoir and Boone. Located within 50 miles of two of our existing facilities in the Charlotte area and another in Winston-Salem, the Statesville location gives H&E greater ability to source available fleet and supply projects throughout all of central North Carolina,” says Branch Manager Alex Villa, who has worked with customers in the area for several years. “We’re located just off I-77 and Hwy. 21, so we can quickly move the new equipment that is arriving to any jobsite within the region and respond to the explosive growth in the Charlotte metro area.” The Statesville branch specializes in the rental of aerial lifts, earthmoving equipment, telescopic forklifts, compaction equipment, generators, light towers, compressors, and more and represents the following manufacturers: Allmand, Atlas Copco, Bomag, Case, Club Car, Cushman, Doosan, Gehl, Generac Mobile, Genie, Hamm, Hilti, Husqvarna, JCB, JLG, John Deere, Kobelco, Kubota, LayMor, Ledwell, Lincoln Electric, Link-Belt Excavators, MEC, Miller, Multiquip, Polaris, Sany, Skyjack, SkyTrak, Sullair, Sullivan-Palatek, Tag, Towmaster, Unicarriers, Wacker Neuson, Yanmar, and others.