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Manulift is a North American distributor of telescopic machinery that sells and leases high-performance lifting and handling equipment for construction, agriculture, and industrial sectors. Its products extend booms for reach and are supported with maintenance, parts, and technical support to keep machines running. It differentiates itself through deep industry experience and significant investments that enable comprehensive service and tailored equipment solutions, not just equipment sales. Its goal is to help customers improve lifting and handling capabilities by providing reliable equipment, flexible leasing, and ongoing maintenance and support.
About Manulift
Industries
Hardware
Industrial & Manufacturing
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures, Canada
Founded
1976
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What believers are saying
- Champlain, Fondaction, and Desjardins Capital backed Manulift in November 2024 growth financing.
- 2025 launched the 100% electric E-Worker telehandler, targeting construction and agriculture electrification demand.
- The 2025 Varennes $10 million expansion and AI technician software should lift throughput fast.
What critics are saying
- Merlo concentration leaves Manulift exposed if distributors or OEM terms change by 2026.
- Electric telehandler launches from JLG, Genie, and Bobcat pressure Manulift's Merlo-led portfolio.
- Service-center partners in BC and Alberta expose patchy coverage; weak execution hurts customer retention.
What makes Manulift unique
- Merlo-exclusive Canadian distributor since 2005, spanning construction, agriculture, industrial, and mining.
- Manulift operates six branches and affiliated service centers, anchoring after-sales support nationally.
- 2025 Varennes expansion doubled workshop capacity to 36 bays, reinforcing service depth.
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About Manulift
Industries
Hardware
Industrial & Manufacturing
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures, Canada
Founded
1976
Manulift is Hiring for 16 Jobs on Simplify!
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