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Bobcat introduced a new telehandler to its line at ConExpo, the VersaHandler TTC V619. The compact handler has a 6,613-pound rated load capacity, a 19.6-foot lifting height and comes in at 91-inches wide and 94-inches high.

Improved market conditions have confirmed a recovery has begun in North America, said Manitou Americas said on the first day of ConExpo. "We're coming back into the black," said Dan Miller, president of Manitou Group's compact equipment division.

Manitou has introduced the MLT 625 compact telehandler.

Two new products in the telehandler range were being shown by Manitou at the Samoter exhibition the MRT 2150 Privaledge hybrid diesel/electric machine and the re-engineered MT 1840.

Alongside a wide selection of its product range Merlo was demonstarating the latest version of its hybrid telehandler in one of the demonstration areas at Samoter. The hybrid unit takes a standard Merlo Turbofarmer P 41.7 with a 103 kW engine and fits a new hybrid power unit comprising a 55 kW Kubota engine and a 49 kWhp motor/generator fed by a Lithium Ion battery pack.

A guide to the safe use of telehandlers in construction has been launched in the UK by the Strategic Forum Plant Safety Group, an industry group charged with providing industry advice on the use of equipment in the UK’s construction sector.

Canadian rough terrain forklift and telehandler manufacturer Load Lifter is using its strength in niche markets to weather the recession. Murray Pollok visited the Toronto-based company.

Doosan Infracore Construction Equipment has entered the high capacity telehandler market with the launch of a four new models for markets in Europe, the Middle East and Africa.

JLG Industries has reached an agreement with SAME DEUTZ-FAHR Group (SDF) in Italy to supply telehandlers to the agricultural market worldwide. As part of the 10 year deal JLG will withdraw its own branded handlers from the agricultural market.

It might not have the 2007 fever, but some markets are alive. ALH reports

Caterpillar unveils its new telehandler, the 4.99 tonne capacity, 9.22 m reach TH514.

Haulotte's three compact telehandlers are designed to lift loads up to 32 feet

JLG Industries, Inc. has received a $6 million contract from the US Navy

Bobcat, now a member of the newly formed global Doosan Infracore Construction Equipment Group, has introduced a new improved operator cab for the company's range of telescopic handlers.

JLG has tacked on another US Army order for 2010; this one valued at $85.7 million.

The Panoramic P 25.6 telescopic handler is designed for work in very narrow spaces, it is 1.8 m wide and has a maximum load capacity of 2500 kg and a maximum lift height of 5.9 m - load capacity at maximum lift height is 1750 kg

The Panoramic P 25.6 telescopic handler is designed for work in very narrow spaces, it is 1.8 m wide and has a maximum load capacity of 2500 kg and a maximum lift height of 5.9 m - load capacity at maximum lift height is 1750 kg

The new Roto 60.24 MCSS is the first in a new family of higher capacity machines. The 6 t load capacity machine operates in the popular 20-25 m lift height range, with a total lift height of over 24 m - 3.5t capacity at full height. The cab can be tilted by up to 18deg to offer a good loading view at maximum height.

The Panoramic P 50.18 HM telehandler has a 5 t load capacity and a maximum 18 m lift height

American Lift and Handlers has started compiling its annual listing of North America's telehandler rental fleets.