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Recent Autoquip News

Oklahoma Strong

May 31, 2013

Thanks to all of our customers who have expressed concerns about Autoquip and our employees. Although, we were not affected by the recent tornados, our hearts do go out to the families that were. We are proud to be an Oklahoma based manufacturing company and we appreciate those that support our business.

AUTOQUIP HIRES GREG VAZQUEZ AS MECHANICAL ENGINEER

May 28, 2013

Autoquip Corporation is pleased to announce its recent hire of Greg Vazquez, who will join the engineering team as Mechanical Engineer. Within this role, Vazquez will be doing 3D models, drawings, and creating bills of material in preparation for the manufacturing process.

Autoquip Introduces New Industrial Engineer to the Team

May 16, 2013

Autoquip is pleased to announce the hiring of Brandon Martens for the position of Industrial Engineer. Brandon’s focus will be on the manufacturing process to incorporate new methods, drive improvements and enhance lean to our plant operations.

MHI Recognizes Autoquip for Membership Commitment

April 1, 2013

Autoquip is presented a 2013 Membership plaque from MHI for recognition of our participation in membership and many of the membership initiatives.

Congratulations to Our New Professional Engineers

March 4, 2013

Autoquip would like to congratulate Joe Hazen and Collin Prock who recently earned their Professional Engineer certification

Joe Robillard, President of Autoquip talks to the Daily Oklahoman about the commercial lifts his company makes.

February 14, 2013

Autoquip's President, Joe Robillard sits down with Paula Burkes, reporter from the Daily Oklahoman to discuss his "uplifting" job in manufacturing.

Autoquip Introduces Mobile Mezzanine Lift

January 9, 2013

Autoquip completes a custom design project for aerospace manufacturer by combining and modifying two existing designs which are typically used in other applications to provide the mobile mezzanine lift.

MHI Announces New Safety Standard Which IBC Recognizes

January 8, 2013

The Lift Manufacturers Product Section (LMPS) within the Material Handling Industry (MHI) has released an updated version of ANSI Standard for Safety Requirements for Industrial Scissors Lifts, ANSI MH29.1:2012. The changes bring the industry in conformance with the International Codes Committee (ICC), and are recognized by the International Building Code (IBC) which has been adopted by regulatory agencies in almost all 50 states in the U.S.

Happy Holidays from Autoquip

December 6, 2012

Joy! Celebrate The Season. There is no better time than the Holidays to tell you just how much your business means to us throughout the whole year. We would also like to notify you of our plant shutdown and closing starting December 22 through January 1. Happy Holidays!

Autoquip Has The Largest Selection Of Options To Match The Largest Selection Of Lifts

November 19, 2012

Autoquip announces new Option pages to their website. Lift parts and accessories to complete your lift design.

AUTOQUIP HIRES NEW CONTROLS ENGINEER

October 17, 2012

Autoquip Corporation is pleased to announce the hiring of Jon Langford as controls engineer overseeing the programming and testing of electrical components, products, and systems which control our automated lifting systems.

AUTOQUIP''S NEW FALL 2012 PRICE BOOK NOW AVAILABLE

October 11, 2012

Autoquip announces the release of their new fall 2012 price book. Call your regional sales manager to request an E-Copy or call us for a printed version. Lifting Solutions Begin Here........

BIG, BAD AND POWERFUL

August 10, 2012

Autoquip lifts are wanted for being big, bad and powerful. We have the largest line of heavy lifting, high travel lifts in the industry. We can take from any one of our standard heavy duty lifts and AMPLIFY IT!

Dealer Spotlight: Carolina Material Handling

July 12, 2012

Carolina Material Handling Announces Completion of Lift Table Project for Bic Corporation Distribution Center Utilizing Autoquip's Series 35 Scissor Lift Tables.

AUTOQUIP ANNOUNCES PROMOTION OF JAMES JOHNSTON TO MANAGER OF ENGINEERING

June 25, 2012

Autoquip Corporation promotes James Johnston to Manager of Engineering. James brings 18 years of engineering experience to the position along with strong academic and professional credentials. James has been with Autoquip for 6 years and has served in a leadership position as a Senior Project Manager.

AUTOQUIP ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT OF LONG STANDING EMPLOYEE – BUDDY HEDGECOCK

June 11, 2012

Buddy Hedgecock in our Parts & Service Department announced his retirement early this year. Buddy has been with Autoquip since January 1990 when he started out in the plant and after 2 ½ years moved into the Parts & Service Department. “Buddy has had a long successful career with Autoquip and we thank him for all his contributions and wish him a happy retirement,” said Joe Robillard, President of Autoquip.

Autoquip announces the promotion of Joe Hazen to Senior Mechanical Engineer

June 8, 2012

Autoquip is pleased to announce the promotion of Joe Hazen to Senior Mechanical Engineer. This promotion is reflective of the increased level of contribution and responsibility that Joe has assumed so willingly and effectively within the engineering department.

Autoquip Corporation Announces New Product Release AQLogic Control Panel

May 11, 2012

Autoquip Corporation, located in Guthrie, Oklahoma, manufacturer of material handling lift equipment, released today their new AQLogic control system for their Freightlift line of Vertical Reciprocating Conveyors (VRC’s). AQLogic Control Panel utilizes PLR technology (Programmable Logic Relays), providing simplified yet powerful programming flexibility – allowing one controller to be configured to service a wide variety of applications involving multiple input and output signals.

Autoquip Corporation Announces New Hire and Territory Realignment

April 16, 2012

Autoquip Corporation has hired Rich Polson of Bloomington, MN as Regional Sales Manager to cover the Upper Midwest territory. Rich will be responsible for sales of Autoquip lifting equipment and providing customers with solutions and technical support. Rich brings a diverse background in industrial and material handling sales. Before joining Autoquip, Rich held sales positions with Werres Corporation, Schaefer Systems International and Lift Stak & Stor Incorporated. “We expect to benefit particularly from Rich’s experience and knowledge in integrated systems and the understanding of end user applications,” said Louis Coleman, Director of Sales and Marketing for Autoquip Corporation.

Autoquip Corporation Announces New Hire for New Marketing Position

April 9, 2012

Autoquip hires Julie Rice in a newly created marketing position. “This is a new position for the company. As our business continues to grow, we also wanted our marketing efforts to keep pace with the innovative methods for staying connected to our customers,” said Louis Coleman, Director of Sales and Marketing for Autoquip.

Recommended Car Lift for Romney is Designed by Autoquip

March 29, 2012

In a recent article posted by Ray Gustini of The Atlantic Wire, he provided a few elaborate car elevator options for Mitt Romney and his renovation plans for his beachfront home in La Jolla, CA. The car elevator suggestions included very fancy considerations and extremely high tech ones. But, the best car elevator system suited for Romney’s beach house residence according to the article is, “The Phantom Park”. Phantom Park is distributed by American Custom Lifts. Visit www.aclifts.com for more information.

Guthrie company's specialty is offering customers a lift

July 6, 2011

Imagine having drinks in a friend's underground man cave. While sitting at the bar, imagine seeing that same friend lowering his brand new Maserati sports car into a bullet proof area behind the bar. That's what Louis Coleman, marketing and sales director, said Autoquip makes possible every day.

Autoquip Corporation is proud of its SHARPness

January 15, 2011

The Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP) recognizes small employers who operate an exemplary safety and health organization. Acceptance into SHARP by OSHA is an achievement of status that singles you out among business peers for site safety and health. Autoquip Corporation has received SHARP certification for the past four consecutive years and proudly displays the Oklahoma Department of Labor's Safety flag.

Autoquip Corporation Announces Slack Chain Sensors Notification Program for FLM VRC's

January 15, 2011

The purpose of the Slack Chain Sensors Notification Program SAFETY NOTICE is to encourage owners of Autoquip’s Freight Lift Mechanical (FLM) series of vertical reciprocating conveyors (VRC) to check the Slack Chain Sensors on their FLM’s to see if it is currently set correctly and if not to adjust the device so it functions properly. The program only involves the FLM series of mechanical VRC’s and not any hydraulic or cable driven VRC.

Customization Is More Fun

January 15, 2011

Autoquip Corporation carves out a niche by providing specially designed lifts. Shortly after its establishment in the automobile lifting business in 1947, Autoquip Corporation saw another burgeoning market where its products would have a purpose—the material handling industry. There weren't a lot of players in this new market, and Autoquip's management astutely recognized the ability to grow in an emerging industry.

Material Handling On Tour

January 15, 2011

See the role material handling plays in summer concerts. As the old song goes, it's summertime and, for MHEDA vacationers, the living is easy. Not only does the summer feature the warmest weather of the year, it also boasts the best concert tours. From Bob Dylan to Madonna and Dave Matthews to the Police, there are countless options for musically-inclined Edgers. So grab your seat, kick up your feet and watch your industry work while you're at play.

Autoquip Acquires American Lifts

January 15, 2009

The Autoquip Corporation has completed the acquisition of American Lifts from the Columbus McKinnon Corporation. “We’re pleased to announce that we have purchased the American Lifts brand. It’s a great fit, with tremendous synergy throughout the product lines and markets, and will benefit our customers” according to Joe Robillard, President of Autoquip Corporation.

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