McElroy unveils new museum celebrating company’s history
Tulsa, Oklahoma-based McElroy hosted a ribbon-cutting to commemorate the opening of the McElroy Museum. Located in the company’s new, 193,000-square-foot Tulsa metro campus, the museum details the 70-plus-year history of the company, from its founding in 1954 to its latest cutting-edge products. The museum is made up of a series of vignettes, each one showcasing a milestone in McElroy’s history. Some of the milestones include the first products designed by founder Art McElroy, the company’s foray into fin tube and butt fusion equipment and the evolution of its digital and equipment offerings. Other vignettes show different marketing collateral and promotional items from decades past, such as vintage shirts and hats.
Talbert Manufacturing announces 2023 dealer award winners
Talbert Manufacturing named Hale Trailer Brake & Wheel, headquartered in Voorhees, New Jersey, as its top dealer for 2023. Hale has remained Talbert’s top dealer for 16 consecutive years. The company has also been named the dealer with the most parts sales in 2023. Hale Trailer Brake & Wheel is a full-service dealership with 15 locations ranging from Maine to Florida as well as Arkansas and Iowa.
Talbert also recognized the success and partnership of its remaining top dealers, which are selected based on 2023 sales and listed in alphabetical order. Blackburn Truck Equipment of Lilburn, Georgia, celebrates 25 years since the start of the company and service to the towing and recovery industry. Columbus Equipment Company of Columbus, Ohio, is a heavy equipment distributor that serves the construction, mining, aggregate, lifting, paving, forestry, biomass, waste recycling, compost and landscaping industries. Freightliner of Grand Rapids of Kalamazoo and Grand Rapids, Michigan, have offered trailers for the construction, material hauling and agricultural sectors since 1978. Leslie Equipment Company has supplied equipment for forestry, mining, oil and gas pipeline applications for more than 45 years and operates eight locations in Kentucky, Ohio and West Virginia. Lucky’s Trailer Sales of Vermont features a variety of Talbert trailer options, a large, well-stocked parts department and a full-service repair facility. Lynch Chicago of Alsip, Illinois, offers a wide range of both new and used tow trucks, wreckers, rollbacks, carriers and heavy-duty tow truck units. Remorques Lewis of La Présentation, Quebec, has provided customers with top-notch service in selling or renting specialized heavy-haul trailers and premium semi trailers for more than 20 years. Royal Truck & Utility Trailer carries a wide selection of new and used trailers. The company, with seven locations covering northern and eastern Michigan, also offers wheel reconditioning, service and fabrication and a large parts department. West Side Tractor of Lisle, Illinois, specializes in full-service construction and forestry equipment. The company operates in 11 locations across Northern Illinois, Southern Michigan and Indiana.
Melfred Borzall’s Eagle Claw tri-cutter hard ground bit turns 20
Melfred Borzall’s Eagle Claw celebrates its 20th anniversary this year. The continuous evolution of the Eagle Claw, from its inception in 2004 to the latest advancements in 2024, reflects a commitment to innovation and responding to the needs of drillers facing challenging ground conditions. The journey of the Eagle Claw mirrors the broader advancements in HDD technology, showcasing how targeted engineering and persistent problem-solving can drive the industry forward. From tackling hardpan and sandstone to overcoming the challenges of chert, each iteration of the Eagle Claw has demonstrated improved performance, durability and efficiency. In celebrating 20 years, the Eagle Claw not only marks a milestone for Melfred Borzall but also stands as a testament to the progress and potential of the HDD industry.
Hy-Brid Lifts names new director of sales
Hy-Brid Lifts named Gary Coke as director of sales covering the south-central United States. Coke’s responsibilities include providing customer support as well as continuing the growth and channel development of the Hy-Brid Lifts line of low-level scissor lifts. Coke brings 19 years’ industry experience to his new role, largely derived from his time in equipment manufacturing with SkyJack.
