09.04.2009

Manitex takes order for 20 cranes

Boom truck manufacturer Manitex has received an order for 20 of its 17 ton 1770C boom trucks from Allied Crane & Machinery of Mesa, Arizona.

The cranes are equipped with three-section 21 metre/70ft booms and 29ft fixed jib or 40 ft two-section telescopic jibs.
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The Manitex 1770C

Deliveries will begin in April and be completed during the year. The order is the first under a recently initiated strategic marketing alliance between the two companies that is intended to increase the penetration of Manitex boom trucks to end users in North America through a re-rent programme.

Andrew Rooke, president of Manitex International said: "The receipt of this initial order from Allied is validation of the objectives for our strategic alliance with them. Allied has an extensive range of Manitex cranes and the re-rent programme allows end-users access for project-specific activities, or as a first introduction to the Manitex product before purchase from our dealers."
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The Manitex 1770C

"While this order is for our 17-ton crane, we believe the re-rent program will drive increased usage and demand for all our cranes as more users gain an appreciation for their capabilities and then progress to utilise additional products from our extensive range."

Allied Crane & Machinery, offers re-rental of Manitex boom trucks from 17 to 50 ton capacity. The cranes are available throughout the United States and Canada from a 48-state network of rental and sales partners, including 41 Manitex dealers.

Woody Weld, owner of Allied Crane & Machinery said: "This allows our partners to profitably meet customers' needs without having to purchase equipment until they have a sufficient volume of activity. We purchase Manitex boom trucks because of their superior engineering, strong resale value and excellent customer acceptance."