Access International - April 2019
NEWS
Fraco acquires Torgar, Terex Utilities to join Genie, Time rebrands, Speedy acquires Lifterz, BrandSafway acquires Century Platforms, Hoogwerkt moves into truck mounts.
INTERVIEW: JLG
In JLG’s 50th anniversary year, company president Frank Nerenhausen tells Euan Youdale what lies ahead.
VEHICLE MOUNTS
Van mounts and pick-up mounted lifts are following the same trends as other access products; namely electric and highly flexible equipment.
IAPA WINNERS
It was the first time the International Awards for Powered Access (IAPAs) had been held in Dubai, and it turned out to be one of the best editions of the annual event yet. Find out who took home the trophies.
MIDDLE EAST
Th e Middle East is heading towards maturity, and with that comes a move to a wider range of access equipment. AI reports on this fascinating region.
BAUMA LAST-MINUTE NEWS
AI presents some last-minute product news ahead of this year’s edition of Bauma, taking place in Munich this month.
IPAF RAISING THE STANDARD
Twice a year IPAF publishes its bound in booklet covering its latest projects and initiatives. Find out what the Federation has been up to in recent weeks.
TELEMATICS
Data is the new currency but first it needs to be collected, collated and
presented in a user-friendly manner before it can genuinely reduce the cost of ownership.
ARA SHOW REVIEW
A round-up of the latest products presented at one of the biggest shows in the access industry calendar. This year it took place in Anaheim, US.
INTERVIEW: HOOGWERKT
Hoogwerkt is a new access rental company, based in the Netherlands,
with a unique model and a commitment to providing Lithiumonly equipment. Its owners speak to Euan Youdale
ACCESS IN ACTION
More access applications from around the world.