Manitex 3877 SHL
77' (23,5m) 3-Section Boom
38 t (34 mt) Capacity

Manitex announces a new tip height for two of its models: 124SX and 40124S.
 
Manitex has introduced a new tip height for its successful 124SX and 40124S models, extending its reach to 190’, approximately 13% higher than the previous 166’.
Used primarily in the power grid construction field, the new tip height on the 124SX and 40124S is in response to increasing demands in the market. “Power lines are now carrying more current and therefore need to be lifted off the ground higher. That’s where the improved 124SX and 40124S come in,” says Scott Rolston, President of Manitex Inc.

These machines have also been successfully used in the building of ethanol plants in the Midwest. “The increased height allows for construction of the aerial grain elevators,” explains Randy Robertson, Director of Sales and Marketing for Manitex, Inc., talking about the various applications of the crane.

Manitex is looking to increase its share market in the segments of power grid construction and other similar applications. The company has steadily and aggressively positioned itself as a “one-stop shop” for lifting equipment. “We have what it takes to get the job done from forklifts to taxi cranes. Specializing in various niche markets is one of our strengths” concludes Randy Robertson speaking of the improved working tip heights as a response to a special need in the industry.

Hoist Drum Rotation Indicator—HDRI
 
Manitex, Inc. is now incorporating the Hoist Drum Rotation Indicator (HDRI) as a standard feature on their 40‐ and 50‐ton machines. The hoist drum rotation indicator is an electronically operated system that provides the operator with touch indication of dru rotation. This enables the operator to tell if the drum is rotating, and at what speed, even under the most distracting conditions.

The indicator assembly consists of three main parts - the magnetic sensor, the controller unit, and the indicator unit. The sensor senses the rotation of the motor shaft, and thus, indirectly, the hoist drum. The sensor is connected by electrical wiring to the controller unit that acts as a pulse generator. The controller sends a pulsating signal proportional to rotation speed to the indicator unit. The indicator unit, located in the control lever handle, pulsates in time with the signal from the controller unit.

“Offering HDRI as a standard feature in our larger machines just makes sense. Giving better load control to the operators is a task we at Manitex are always working to improve,” says Scott Rolston, General Manager at Manitex.

27 November 2007

Manitex is pleased to announce the addition of the Noble TrailerMate TM50 truck mounted fork lift to its line of lift equipment. The first Manitex built TM50, displayed at the ICUEE equipment trade show in October 2007, generated a good amount of interest from existing and potential dealers as well as from the general public in attendance.

The TM50, originally designed on PTC’s Pro Engineer software; is supported by an advanced engineered frame designed to overcome historically high stress concentration areas. The TM50 is a rough terrain truck mounted forklift that is powered by a highly dependable Perkins diesel engine and driven by three hydrostatic wheel drives. The TM50 is proven technology that has a well respected track record for dependability and productivity.

The TrailerMates’ features and qualities promote new applications year after year. In addition to new applications the TM50 continues to gain in popularity and widespread acceptance in traditional applications, such as: brick, block, lumber, building materials, roofing materials, etc., which recognizes the TrailerMates' benefits of capacity and stability while carrying and placing loads on the jobsite.

In addition to production and sale of the TrailerMate TM50, Manitex is gearing up to support the hundreds of units already in the field. The TrailerMates’ addition to our UpTime program will include all the advantages our customers expect for parts and service support.

We are confident that the advantages the TrailerMate TM50 affords owners and users will ensure its success at Manitex. If you want to be part of the Manitex TrailerMate Team, call any of our regional business managers to inquire about dealership opportunities.

For more information please contact your nearest Manitex dealer or any of our Regional Business managers:

 

Manitex Sales Representatives
Norm Burch	Marvin Faulk	Bruce Steele
West Regional Business Manager	South Central Reg. Business Manager	East Regional Business Manager
Mob.: (817) 705-9444	Mob.: (214) 502-6357	Mob:(330)284-2541
Fax: (512) 863-3776	Fax: (972) 644-6458	Fax: (512)863-3776
nburch@manitex.com	mfaulk@manitex.com	bsteele@manitex.com

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Manitex announce the addition of the Noble TrailerMate TM50  

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8 November 2007

Manitex introduced it latest S-series boom truck at the 2007 ICUEE show held in Louisville Kentucky in October. The 30112S is the newest addition to Manitex’s complete offering of truck mounted taxi cranes packed with many features found on larger cranes:

• 112’ main boom with a 46’ 2-section jib option offers our highest tip height.

• Self-Lubricating Boom Slider Pads

• ROCSolid Outriggers feature a radio remote controller for ease of crane set-up.

• 22’ Aluminum outrigger floats.

• Continuous rotation feature and a 360° work area.

• Mentor full display LMI system featuring a radio anti-two-block system.

• Ride around operator control station.

• Hydraulic pilot crane controls for the smoothest operating experience.

• Rotation hoist drum indicator.

• Fully enclosed cab with diesel heater.

• Hydraulic air conditioner option for crane cab.

• Manitex UPTime 24/7 Comprehensive Support
  

7 May 2007

Manitex completed testing of the first 50 ton boom truck available on a commercially available chassis in April. The crane has a base rating of 50 tons at a 6' radius, a rating 25% above currently produced boom trucks, and meets published road and federal bridge laws when configured with a tag axle in addition to a tandem driving axle.

The Company has received a high level of interest from a wide range of end users, including rental companies, taxi crane operators, oil and gas service operators, and service support providers in the mining industry. The versatility of the crane is demonstrated by its cross over use into lifting markets traditionally supported by truck cranes mounted on custom carriers. Based on its internal research, the Company believes it is addressing a $100 million market with this vehicle.

Scott Rolston, General Manager of Manitex Inc. commented, "We believe that we have set new standards for the boom truck market with this product and are excited by our customer's response to its introduction. We have worked closely with customers to design a truck that meets and exceeds their needs at this tonnage capacity."


50 ton Boom Truck Technical features:

• Capacity charts are available for full-span, mid-span and retracted
  outrigger configurations.

• Area of operation includes over rear, 360 degree and on rubber
  capacity.

• Standard features include 4-section 96' boom, cab and heater, free
  swing with pilot operated controls, ACCUSwing metering system, ROCSolid
  radio outrigger control, CANbus Load Moment Indicator with wireless
  ATB, 15,000# line pull winch with grooved drum and aluminum decking.

• Optional features include 2-stage, offset jib, auxiliary winch and air
  conditioner for operator's cab.
  

19 September 2005

We are pleased to announce our participation as an exhibitor at ICUEE,® the Demo Expo,® an exposition for demonstrations of construction and utility equipment. The event will take place from 9/27/2005 - 9/29/2005. Manitex will exhibit at booth number J104 from 8:-00 am to 5:00 pm on Tuesday and Wednesday and 8:00 am to 3:00 pm on Thursday. We invite all attendees to come and meet our sales people and some of our attending dealers at our booth where we will be displaying a sample of our Boom trucks, Unloaders and SkyCrane products.
Follow this link for a view of the map where Manitex booth is located: http://www.icuee.com/expocharger/ec/forms/attendee/index.aspx?content=vbooth&id=304.
We hope to see you there!

16 June 2005
Please make note of the following organizational changes, effective June 16, 2005.

Scott Rolston has been appointed General Manager. He possesses overall responsibility for all activities related to the manufacture and sale of the boom truck, sign crane and trolley boom lines . He has been with the company for 12 years. In those years, he has held various management positions in quality assurance, operations, purchasing and sales/marketing. Additionally he served as General Manager of the USTC facility in York, PA. Scott possesses a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Rice University and an MBA from The University of Texas at Arlington.
Randy Robertson has been promoted to Director, Sales and Marketing. In this position, Randy possesses management responsibility for all sales, marketing and product support activities for the same three product lines. During his eighteen years with the company, Randy has held positions of increasing responsibility in operations, manufacturing engineering, product support and sales. Most recently he has managed all product support and inside sales activities.
Jeff Long has been promoted to Product Support Manager. In this position, Jeff will manage all training, technical support and parts sales activities. Jeff has previously held positions of increasing responsibility in operations, aftermarket sales and product support. Most recently, he has filled the role of Senior Service Technician.

Contact information as follows:
Scott Rolston - (512) 942-3027
Randy Robertson - (512) 942-3049
Jeff Long - (512) 942-3035                                                        [download]

May 2005
Keeping in step with the commitment UPTime embraces, Manitex continues to promote training as means to continually improve our level of Customer Service. By offering comprehensive operation, maintenance and service training courses, Manitex enables our dealers to embrace the concepts of UPTime for the ultimate benefit of our customers.

We look forward to the evolution of our training program as we continue to improve the current course content and the addition of courses for the SkyCrane product line. For questions or information regarding the Manitex training program, please contact the Manitex Product Support Department.

Please follow this link for a schedule of planned training sessions.
Please follow this link for Mobile Crane Operator Training Outline (MCO) and Certified Crane Operator (CCO) course description.
Please follow this link for online application.

April 2005
Manitex introduces SC-85 at ISA Sign Expo in Las Vegas. With 85’ working height and 12 tons of crane capacity, the SC-85 drastically increases the lifting capacity available on a sign crane mounted on an FET exempt chassis. As with all SkyCrane series products, the SC-85 possesses a full-length subframe for increased rigidity. It also possesses two sets of hydraulically operated out and down outriggers. First shipments will be available in June.

April 2005
Manitex introduces SCL-60 at ISA Sign Expo in Las Vegas. With 60’ working height, the SCL-60 serves as a 3-section telescopic ladder for service work. Best compared to the former Sponco brand, the SCL-60 incorporates a full-length subframe and rear out and down outriggers. Other improvements over existing models include fully proportional upper controls, a hydraulically operated first stage, and Teflon-plugged nylatron slider pads to distribute load and reduce wear.

1 April 2005
Manitex announced today the completion Parts Page Update

4 March 2005
Manitex announced:
Effective March 7, Jeff DeSantis joins Manitex in the capacity of Western Regional Business Manager. Jeff is tasked with managing the distribution activities for Manitex boom trucks, SkyCranes and USTC trolley boom product in the states and provinces west of and including Arizona, Colorado, Wyoming, Montana and Saskatchewan.
Jeff brings over 10 years of crane and boom truck experience to Manitex, having worked at the distribution level on the west coast. Jeff and his family reside outside of Portland, Oregon. We hope ConExpo provides a convenient and expedient means for Jeff to rapidly introduce himself to all of you.

Contact information:     (503) 910-8198  cell phone or jdesantis@manitex.com

12 July 2003
Manitex announced today the completion, through its wholly owned subsidiary, Manitex Skycrane, of its acquisition of the operating assets of Phoenix Corporation for cash and assumed debt. Based in Ottawa, Kansas since the early 1950’s, Phoenix Corporation, and its predecessor companies, have been a leading producer of truck mounted aerial equipment, including the Skyhook, Skyhoist and Sponco lines of material handling and personnel services platforms. Its principal markets have been the outdoor advertising and sign industries, lighting companies, electrical contractors and state and municipal governments. Manitex is a leading producer of boom trucks under the Manitex brand and trolley boom unloaders and portable forklifts under the USTC brand. Manitex is owned by Quantum Equipment, LLC a platform company of Quantum Value Partners, LP. Quantum Value Partners is a private equity fund headquartered in Michigan.

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