JLG Telehandler

Following retirement in the late 1960's, John L. Grove started out on a cross country RV trip. After spending many years establishing his family built crane business with his brother, John had no idea that this trip would bring forth the rise of JLG Industries, Inc. The world leader of mobile aerial work platforms and precision materials handling equipment was the end consequence of a road expedition.

During their journey, John reacquainted himself with previous business connections along the way. In combination with these conversations and a significant event; two workers were unfortunately electrocuted on scaffolding when the Groves were passing through the Hoover Dam. John uncovered an infinite market for a product that could quickly and safely elevate individuals in the air to accomplish upkeep and other building services.

Upon returning from their travels, John formed a partnership with two friends and purchased a metal fabricating company in McConnellsburg, Pennsylvania. In 1970, opening operations with a crew of twenty employees, they manufactured and sold the first JLG aerial work platform. The business incorporates some of the basic design essentials of that original lift into current versions.

Since then, JLG Forklifts have come a long way from when Mr. John L. Grove returned from his fatefull cross-country trip and since the first JLG aerial platform entered the market. As of today, the company has expanded itself into a number of international markets and continues to develop modern machines to ensure that customers are able to become safer and more resourceful within their workplace.

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