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Henderson, Nevada, USA (22nd January 2019) At World of Concrete 2019, Xtreme Manufacturing is unveiling a new compact telehandler, the XR619.

The XR619 replaces the Xtreme XR5919 compact telehandler, and becomes the smallest model in the Xtreme telehandler family. Delivering a capacity upgrade over the XR5919, this compact A-Class telehandler has a lift capacity of 6,000 lbs. (2,721kg), a maximum lift height of 19 ft. (5.79m) and a forward reach of 11 ft. (3.35m).

It comes equipped as standard with long-life boom rollers, for smooth, chatter-free operation and minimal maintenance, as well as 360° visibility from the cab, intuitive operator controls and a boom lift point. Offered with a choice of three cab configurations – open; enclosed; or enclosed with heat and air conditioning – the XR619 can be ordered with either a fixed or a fork positioning carriage, and can be further customized with individual options including LED work lights, a backup camera, and synthetic oil for cold environments.

Designed to handle rough terrain, the XR619 is powered by a Deutz 2.9L 74hp Tier 4 Final engine. High grip pneumatic 12.00 x 16.5 tires and a ground clearance of 10.8 in. (274mm) make easy work of travelling around an uneven jobsite.

Weighing just 10,300 lbs. (4,672kg)*, the Xtreme XR619 delivers a long working life and low total ownership costs thanks to an all steel construction. A new cast adapter helps to reduce overall weight, while enabling the increase in lift capacity to 6,000 lbs. (2,721kg), and new fiberglass engine covers provide improved fit and finish and better accessibility for servicing. For increased familiarity with other Xtreme models, the XR619 shares the same control system as the XR742, XR944, XR1055 and XR1147.

Ideal for contractors working on confined construction jobsites or in parking lots, the XR619 has a turning radius of just 11 ft. (3.35m), and compact stowed dimensions of 71 in. (1.8m) wide and 6 ft. 5 in. (1.9m) high.

It is being shown at World of Concrete as a prototype, and is expected to commence production in Q2 2019 at Xtreme’s manufacturing facility in Henderson, Nevada.

Find Xtreme Manufacturing at booth #O30099 in the Silver Lot at World of Concrete 2019.

Henderson, Nevada, USA (22nd January 2019) Xtreme Manufacturing is debuting two new B-Class rough terrain telehandlers at World of Concrete 2019.

The new Xtreme XR742 has a 7,000 lbs. (3,175kg) lift capacity, a maximum lift height of 42 ft. (12.8m) and a forward reach of 26 ft. 11 in. (8.2m), while the new Xtreme XR944, which replaces the Xtreme XR842, has a 9,000 lbs. (4,082kg) lift capacity, a maximum lift height of 44 ft. (13.4m), and a maximum forward reach of 28 ft. 10 in. (8.7m).

Both models utilize a common chassis design that is also used on the Xtreme XR1055 and XR1147, improving familiarity across the product range and reducing spare parts inventory when operating a fleet. They feature a three-section boom with long-life boom rollers as standard, and both are electric over hydraulic, with fully automatic transmission. They also share a common control system with the XR619, XR1055 and XR1147.

Designed for tough jobsites, the XR742 and XR944 are equipped as standard with a Cummins 3.8L 74hp high torque Tier 4 Final engine. An optional 120hp engine is available on both models. Ideal for working on uneven terrain, both telehandlers have a ground clearance of 16.5 in. (419mm) and frame leveling up to 11° left to right, as well as a suspension seat as standard to ensure a comfortable ride for the operator.

Common with all Xtreme telehandlers, the XR742 and XR944 have 360° operator visibility from the cab, intuitive controls that enable the operator to keep one hand on the steering wheel at all times, and a machine-rated boom lift point for safe handling of suspended loads. Offered with a choice of three cab configurations – open; enclosed; or enclosed with heat and air conditioning – these models can be fully customized with a wide range of carriage, fork tine, tires and attachment options, including truss booms, pole grapples, buckets, and personnel platforms.

Weighing 27,000 lbs. (12,245kg)* and 28,700 lbs. (13,018kg)* respectively, the XR742 and XR944 are built to last. Both models feature a steel construction, as well as steel hydraulic and fuel tanks, and are backed by Xtreme’s industry-leading 10-5-2 warranty.

Shown as prototypes at World of Concrete 2019, they are scheduled to commence production at Xtreme’s facility in Henderson, Nevada in Q2 2019.

Find Xtreme Manufacturing at booth #O30099 in the Silver Lot at World of Concrete 2019.

*Preliminary specifications.

Henderson, Nevada, USA (22nd January 2019) Leading telehandler producer, Xtreme Manufacturing™, is unveiling three brand new telehandlers at World of Concrete 2019, which opens today.

The new models increase the family of Xtreme telehandlers utilizing a common chassis design that was introduced on the new Xtreme XR1055 and XR1147 in early 2018, with two lower capacity B-Class models – the XR742 with a capacity of 7,000 lbs. (3,175kg) and the XR944 with a capacity of 9,000 lbs. (4,082kg). Xtreme are also introducing the new A-Class compact boom telehandler, the XR619, with a capacity of 6,000 lbs. (2,721kg).

To promote the launch of the new models, Xtreme has a ‘Stack the Odds’ casino-theme on its booth celebrating the introduction of the three new models, and its expanding family of ‘odd-numbered’ lift capacities, which now spans 7,000 lbs., 9,000 lbs., 11,000 lbs., and 15,000 lbs.

Alongside the three new models, Xtreme Manufacturing will be showcasing a further eight high capacity telehandlers, including the XR1055, XR1147, XR1255, XR2045, XR2450 and XR4030. Also, on display on the 9,500 sq. ft. (882sqm) outdoor booth that is shared with sister company, Snorkel, will be the multi-award winning, 70,000 lbs. (31,751kg) capacity, Xtreme XR7038, and the world’s tallest fixed boom telehandler, the Xtreme XR1570.

Headquartered in Henderson, Nevada, Xtreme Manufacturing produces its full-line of telehandlers within 20 miles of the World of Concrete show, held at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Xtreme’s two-story booth structure is also manufactured at its facility in Henderson, by Xtreme Cubes™.

The custom-designed booth structure is constructed entirely from Xtreme Cubes, highlighting the versatility of these modular building structures across a wide range of applications, including within construction and industrial environments. Visitors can meet with Cube experts during the show in the on-site ‘Cube Design Center’ to learn more and configure their own Cube structures on-site at the show.
Find Xtreme Manufacturing at booth #O30099 in the Silver Lot at World of Concrete 2019.

Henderson, Nevada, USA (7th January 2019) Snorkel™, a leading full-line manufacturer of aerial lifts, is very pleased to announce that 2019 marks the company’s 60th anniversary.

Founded in 1959 by Art Moore, with roots in the fire-fighting industry, Snorkel has grown into a global leader within the aerial lift industry.

To kick off a year of celebrations, Snorkel has today unveiled a brand-new global website for the company, featuring a clean and modern user interface and many new online features that will benefit its global customer base.

These features include access to The Platform™, Snorkel’s new online parts ordering system and interactive technical publications library. This highly efficient, easily searchable resource provides fast access to locating and ordering spare parts anywhere in the world, anytime, as well as the ability to access a significant library of Snorkel manuals, bulletins, schematics and other technical documents in minimal time.

Snorkel is also pleased to launch The Toolbox™ on the new website, which is an online blog of exclusive Snorkel content focused on getting the most from Snorkel lifts. The regularly-updated blog will feature a variety of videos and articles on service, maintenance and operation of Snorkel products, direct from Snorkel’s global team of product support experts.

A new password-protected brand center has also been created, providing access to Snorkel logos, photos, videos and other materials to assist customers and dealers to easily promote their Snorkel equipment.

The new website also boasts completely redesigned product pages, with new product videos and detailed photo galleries. The quote request process has been simplified with the addition of a ‘quote basket’, where users can place all items that they are interested in and simply request quotes for all of those products by completing just one quick form. The Snorkel dealer locator has also been enhanced, now including branch maps, opening hours and services offered.

Matthew Elvin, CEO at Snorkel, said, “The new Snorkel global website is another step in our mission to continuously improve the customer experience. The fresh design is right up-to-date, but still affords the approachability and simplicity that our customers have come to expect from Snorkel.”

“This is a great way to start our 60th year in business, and I am incredibly proud to be celebrating such a milestone in our history.”

The fully optimized website for mobile, tablet and desktop is now live at www.snorkellifts.com, and includes a history timeline where you can learn more about Snorkel’s 60 years of innovation.

Xtreme Manufacturing and Snorkel are very pleased to announce the appointment of Matt McKinnon as President of their manufacturing operations in Henderson, Nevada and Selma, California.

Matt joined Xtreme and Snorkel on August 6, 2018, from ElringKlinger Engineered Plastics North America, Inc., where he held the role of Vice President and General Manager.  With full P&L responsibility for more than 400,000 sq. ft. of manufacturing facilities with more than 450 employees, Matt managed a 158,000 sq. ft. expansion that was delivered on time and on budget, as well as recruiting a new management team, upgrading technical abilities through strategic recruitment and achieved significant improvements in all daily metrics.

Matt is an accomplished manufacturing leader, with extensive experience in both the automotive and heavy industrial sectors.  With a focus upon continuous improvement, Matt has held senior roles at companies including Calsonic Kansei Corporation, a supplier to Nissan, and Sanoh America, Inc., as well as his own consultancy specializing in operations turnarounds.  Matt is also highly competent in lean manufacturing techniques and principals, as well as many others.

In his new role, Matt will have responsibility for the output of the Xtreme and Snorkel assembly facility in Henderson, Nevada, which is the primary production location for Xtreme telehandlers, and one of five global manufacturing locations for Snorkel lifts. He will also oversee the Xtreme and Snorkel fabrication facility in Selma, California. Matt joins a team of five manufacturing facility presidents who report directly to John Gill, who was recently appointed Chief Manufacturing Officer (CMO) for both companies.

Of Matt’s appointment, Matthew Elvin, CEO, said, “We are very pleased to welcome Matt to the team. He brings more than 20 years’ experience and is well placed to deliver our expectations of world-class manufacturing. He will play a lead role in ensuring the adoption of the global practices and standards that are being introduced by John Gill, and driving cultural and process improvements within the business.”

Matt McKinnon added, “I am excited to join Xtreme Manufacturing and Snorkel as they enter the next phase in their development.”

“We have a great team in Henderson and I know that by implementing lean manufacturing techniques and competencies, we can ensure consistent delivery of world-class products for our customers across North America, and beyond.”

Matt is in the process of relocating to Las Vegas from Georgia, and will be based at the Xtreme and Snorkel global corporate headquarters and manufacturing facility in Henderson, Nevada.