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Komatsu gives earthquake/tsunami update at Conexpo
Komatsu said it hoped to resume normal production levels in mid-April following the earthquake and tsunami in Japan.
Snorkel launches big deck scissors and expands boom line
Snorkel has launched at ConExpo the first of what will be a four-model range of large RT scissor lifts as well as an “all new” 62 ft articulated boom and a revised mid-range telescopic boom.
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JLG takes LiftPods on tour
After expanding its LiftPod line of aerial work platforms in early 2011, JLG Industries, Inc., is taking the family or low-level access lifts on a demo tour across the US.
Kanamoto responds to disaster in Japan
Japanese rental giant Kanamoto established a disaster task force on the day of the earthquake and tsunami and like its competitors is doing its best to help in the recovery efforts. All its staff in the affected areas are “alive and safe”.
JCB announces new west coast parts center
JCB has opened a new West Coast parts distribution center in Fontana, CA.
Shortlists announced for 2011 European Rental Awards
The shortlists for the 2011 European Rental Awards have been announced following the judging meeting in Paris on Wednesday 16 March.
Japan's rental industry struggles with recovery efforts
Japan’s rental industry is working hard to provide back-up for the country’s rescue operations following the earthquake and tsunami last Friday but is being severely hampered by shortages of equipment and fuel.
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Aggreko signals readiness to help in Japan
Aggreko said it is ready to help Japan in the aftermath of last Friday’s earthquake and tsunami.
Earthquake impacts Japanese equipment production
Damage reported to several of Komatsu and Hitachi's factories in eastern Honshu. Exports may also be hampered by damage to ports.
Terex and Volvo sign up for IRE show in June
The latest big names to book their places at the International Rental Exhibition (IRE) are Terex Construction and Volvo Construction Equipment, who join the almost 65 other suppliers who are attending the show in Amsterdam on 7-9 June.
Godwin Pumps to integrate ITT technology
Godwin Pumps, exhibiting at ConExpo, said impeller designs and remote pump monitoring systems from ITT are to be integrated into Godwin’s dri-prime pumps – the first technical synergies between the two since ITT acquired Godwin last year.
Multiquip to launch 'distinctive' lighting tower
Multiquip is to introduce a ‘new look’ lighting tower at Conexpo.
ARA confirms upbeat US rental forecasts
The American Rental Association (ARA) is predicting a strong rebound in the US equipment rental industry up to 2015, forecasting a 7% increase in equipment rental revenues this year followed by higher growths of between 9% and 14% up to 2015.
Manitou introduces new compact telehandler
Manitou has introduced the MLT 625 compact telehandler.
GAP invests for fleet expansion
GAP Group in the UK is to invest £25 million on new equipment during 2011, with £10 million of that earmarked for expansion of the fleet rather than renewal.
Loxam net profits reach €27.3m in 2010
Loxam has confirmed that its revenues in 2010 were €702.5 million, up less than 1% from 2009, with net profits bouncing back to €27.3 million from an almost break-even point in 2009.
Aggreko to make record £320m investment in 2011
Aggreko is to invest a record high of £320 million in its fleet in 2011 following another year of revenue and profit growth. Sales for 2010 grew by 20.1% to £1.23 billion and trading profit by 23.3% to £314.5 million.
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