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MEWP Rental Markets Rocket, Uncertainty Clouds Outlook

International Powered Access Federation (IPAF)

In 2022, the U.S. MEWP rental market boomed, though rental and utilization rates have yet to return to levels seen in 2019 amid uncertainty around inflation, supply chain issues and ongoing conflict in Ukraine, according to the latest IPAF/Ducker report.

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When The Electric Grid Isn’t Reliable – Propane Is.

Propane Education and Research Council (PERC)

The DOE warns of a 100x surge in blackouts by 2030. Propane is reliable, on-site energy that keeps critical systems running when the grid can’t.

When The Electric Grid Isn’t Reliable – Propane Is.

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DICA Founder Dick Koberg Passes

DICA and the Koberg family announce the loss of company founder Dick Koberg, who died on June 27, 2023. Known affectionately as DK, Richard “Dick” Koberg, 82, and his wife Carolyn founded DICA using the first two letters of their first names.

DICA Remembers Dick Koberg, founder

Telescopic Handler

Pettibone Adds Extendo 1544X Telehandler with 15,000-lb. Capacity

Pettibone Traverse Lift LLC

The added load capacity supports material handling tasks in highway construction, pipe yard applications and for extended load requirements on traditional building sites.

The added load capacity supports material handling tasks in highway construction, pipe yard applications and for extended load requirements on traditional building sites.

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Aerial Equipment Fatality Rate Falls

International Powered Access Federation (IPAF)

Despite reports increasing over the past year, the fatality rates of the leading types of accidents have declined: an encouraging sign that action across the powered access industry to tackle key underlying causes of accidents is starting to taka effect.

There were 45 fatalities and 39 major injuries in construction, a decrease in the number of fatalities reported in 2021, when there were 55 deaths.

Industrial Forklift

Mitsubishi Launches Quad Mast Options for UniCarriers Forklifts

Mitsubishi Logisnext Americas Inc.

This new offering will replace current third-party supplied 2-ton Quad Masts with masts that will be designed, fabricated and assembled in-house.

This new offering will replace current third-party supplied 2-ton Quad Masts with masts that will be designed, fabricated and assembled in-house.

Telescopic Handler

JLG Redesigns SkyTrak 6034 and 6042 Telehandlers

JLG Industries Inc.

The brand-new 6034 telehandler replaces the previous 6036 model, while the 6042 telehandler has been updated with new features.

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Stellar Unveils Cable Hoist Hooklift Adapter Kit

The Stellar Cable Hoist Container Hooklift Adapter Kit is a solution for business owners interested in introducing hooklifts to their fleet without replacing their current light duty cable hoist containers.

The Stellar Cable Hoist Container Hooklift Adapter Kit is a solution for business owners interested in introducing hooklifts to their fleet without replacing their current light duty cable hoist containers.

JLG Introduces X660SJ Compact Crawler Boom Lift

JLG Industries Inc.

The X660SJ has 65 ft., 7 in. of platform height, 500 lbs. of capacity for up to two workers, 39 ft. of horizontal reach and indoor or outdoor versatility.

The X660SJ has 65 ft., 7 in. of platform height, 500 lbs. of capacity for up to two workers, 39 ft. of horizontal reach and indoor or outdoor versatility.

Construction Safety

Evolution and Broadening Scope of the Privette Doctrine

Approximately 30 years ago, the California Supreme Court held in the case of Privette v. Superior Court (1993), that a homeowner should not be liable for the injuries incurred by the employees of independent contractors retained to repair the homeowner’s

The current emphasis on delegation, and particularly the strong presumption that the hirer has delegated all workplace safety related to the independent contractor’s scope of work, makes Privette a very effective argument on behalf of property owners and general contractors.

SolidBoss Launches LiftBoss Tires for Aerial Work Platforms

OTR Wheel Engineering

Available in both pneumatic and foam filled assemblies, the rubber compound in the tires helps minimize chunking and caters to operation on gravel, mud and rubble.

Available in both pneumatic and foam filled assemblies, rubber compound in the tires helps minimize chunking and caters to operation on gravel, mud and rubble.

Rental Opens 2023 Editor's Choice Nominations

Has your company released any products within the past year designed to enhance the efficiency of rental companies and their customers? If so, this award is for you!

2 Enl Head Editor's Choice Rental

California May Ease Phase-Out Of Non-Zero-Emission Forklifts After 2026 Ban

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) has updated the proposed new regulations aimed at achieving zero emissions from forklifts by 2035.

The proposed regulations will go through a final all-stakeholder workshop before CARB staff prepares the final proposed regulation for presentation to its board members in the fall of 2023.

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