Lift and Access

09/08/2025

Yanmar has rounded out its North American compact lineup with the launch of new compact track loaders, mini excavators and a compact wheel loader — supported by a major facility expansion in Minnesota.

Read the full article: https://www.liftandaccess.com/blog/yanmars-compact-expansion

09/04/2025

Manitou has expanded its lineup with five new large-frame skid steers and CTLs, built for higher lift, hydraulic power and connected features. Read more⬇️

Manitou launches five large-frame skid steers and CTLs with higher lift, hydraulic power, and connected features.

09/02/2025

Service trucks are entering a new era. With electric and hybrid options advancing, fleet operators now have more choices to improve efficiency, reduce emissions and cut noise while meeting today’s operational demands.

In this article, John Field of Iowa Mold Tooling Co. (IMT) shares how the company is driving innovation with electric and hybrid solutions for service fleets.

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Electric and hybrid service trucks are reshaping fleets with efficiency, lower emissions and quieter operation, despite cost and infrastructure challenges.

08/28/2025

Construction is moving beyond diesel.

Electric dozers, hybrid machines, autonomous equipment and smart energy systems are reshaping how jobsites operate. Manufacturers like Volvo, Caterpillar and Komatsu North America are leading the shift toward lower emissions and greater efficiency.

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Discover how Volvo, Caterpillar and others are driving sustainability in heavy equipment through electrification, recycling and smart energy management.

08/27/2025

Haulotte has expanded its Pulseo range with the launch of the HA20 E and HA20 E PRO, next-generation 20m electric rough-terrain boom lifts.

Designed to match diesel performance without noise or emissions, the new models deliver extended runtime, indoor/outdoor versatility and advanced safety features, with options like the Extra Reach system, removable Range Extender and operator protection technologies.

Haulotte debuts the HA20 E and HA20 E PRO, next-generation 20m electric rough-terrain articulating boom lifts.

08/20/2025

The Fall issue of Telecom & Utility Construction has arrived, bringing readers a deep dive into the latest trends, safety insights and equipment innovations shaping the telecom and utility industries.

This edition covers a record-breaking Electric Utility Fleet Managers Conference 2025 with more than 600 registrations, Yanmar’s compact equipment expansion driven by track loader demand and the role of stability in safe utility equipment operation. It also offers expert guidance on selecting jobsite and mobile generators and highlights how electric and hybrid vehicles are transforming service trucks.

Read the full issue here: https://publication.cranehotline.com/telecom-utility-construction-fall-2025/0283649001755100894/p1

08/13/2025

Knuckleboom cranes are evolving fast — with smarter controls, greater precision and new designs reshaping how operators work across industries. Leaders from Palfinger, Fascan and CraneWorks share what’s driving the next generation of articulating cranes.

Read more: https://www.liftandaccess.com/blog/the-next-generation-of-knuckleboom-cranes

08/06/2025

How do manufacturers succeed in an industry where customer needs — and the economy — are constantly shifting?

Chris Shallenberg of Palfinger shares how focusing on solutions, collaboration and service is shaping the future of lifting equipment.

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Chris Shallenberg of PALFINGER shares how collaboration, innovation and support help address customer challenges in lifting equipment markets.

07/30/2025

From record-breaking heights to compact jobsite versatility, the latest truck-mounted aerials are pushing performance to new levels.

Check out standout models from Altec, Elliott Equipment Company, Ruthmann, Terex Utilities, Manitex and Bronto Skylift Official — all built for safety, productivity and innovation.

Explore the latest truck-mounted aerials from Altec, Elliott, Ruthmann, Terex, Manitex and Bronto, built for height, reach, safety and productivity.

07/24/2025

As interest rates rise and equipment costs soar, more contractors are turning to rentals to stay competitive. From managing cash flow and avoiding depreciation to accessing cutting-edge tech, renting offers the flexibility today's firms need.

Ivan Franklin of Mitsubishi HC Capital America shares key insights into the financial and operational benefits driving the rental boom — plus tips for optimizing your equipment strategy.

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Rising costs and interest rates are fueling demand for construction equipment rentals. Learn why firms are choosing flexibility over ownership in today’s market.

07/23/2025

July is Extreme Heat Awareness Month, serving as a critical reminder that heat isn’t just uncomfortable, it’s dangerous. For lift operators and jobsite crews, it’s a silent threat that builds with every hour under the sun.

In this piece, Michelle Marsh of AWP Safety dives into how extreme heat impacts lifting operations — from slick gloves and fading grip strength to compromised machine performance and blurred concentration at 20 feet in the air.

From jobsite cooldowns to equipment checks, learn how lift crews can stay safe, alert, and productive while working in extreme heat and high-risk conditions.

07/16/2025

The July–August issue of Lift and Access is here!

In this issue, we highlight the latest in knuckleboom crane innovation, speak with Palfinger’s Chris Shallenberg on the company’s broader vision, examine how inflation is fueling equipment rentals and get insights on protecting crews from heat-related illness this summer.

Read the full issue: https://publication.liftandaccess.com/lift-and-access-july-august-2025/0044320001752181019