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Did you know the Manitou name was chosen to embody a vehicle that ‘handles everything’? In 1958 Manitou pioneered the very first all-terrain forklift truck. Marcel Braud, the visionary founder of Manitou, conceived an innovative machine by reimagining the conventional farm tractor layout. He added a lifting mast and introduced hydraulic steering, giving birth to the world’s first all-terrain forklift truck. This ingenious creation not only propelled the company to success but also established its global influence. “I needed to find a name for these trucks… Thus, MANITOU was born, a name chosen during a family brainstorming session, symbolizing a vehicle that can ‘handle everything’! Pronounceable in all languages, it was the perfect choice for international expansion!” – Marcel Braud, Founder of Manitou Initially tailored for the construction sector, the MC 5 boasted a 500 kg load capacity. Fast forward to 2017, a revamped version of this historic forklift, the MC 18, entered the market with an impressive 1.8-tonne load capacity. Since the inception of the very first all-terrain forklift truck, Manitou has remained steadfast in its pursuit of innovation, a driving force behind the brand’s remarkable achievements. 📷: Manitou.com MANITOU Group   #wearepatersonsimons 🌍 🏗 #funfactfriday #funfacts #manitou #history #liftingequipment #liftingsolutions #heavylifting #heavymachinery #heavyliftingequipment

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Davide Lega

Divulgatore, Docente e Consulente Lean 5s Visual e Intra Logistica. davidelega.com

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Hope you like it! The World History of Pallet and Forklift: A fascinating and indissoluble storyline (Libri di Logistica) https://a.co/d/bpjH36d Hi everyone! My name Is Davide Lega..i am italian and i love the pallet and forklift world! This Is why in 2022 i decided to write a book about the pallet and forklift world history since 1850. This book Is already avalaible in italian and It Will be also avalaible in english and spanish 1 April 2023. I hope to receive lot of messages from you! Just reply below if you are interested in some topic or curiosity about these two tools and i Will insert in my translation... thank you to all in Advance for your advices and observations. "Storia del Pallet e del Carrello elevatore: Un intreccio affascinante ed indissolubile" https://amzn.eu/d/3VUMt2S

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Kossi Edem AGBOMEDJI

Apprenti Ingénieur Génie Industriel

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Manie tout 😂 et dire que ça m'est jamais venu à l'idée.

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