Starting in 1986, Skyjack began manufacturing scissor lift platforms. They continued this mass production through the 1990s and became a global leader in the aerial lift industry sector. Eventually, Skyjack grew to more than 30% market share overall. Even today, the company maintains their dominance as an important player who has rapidly adapted to the changing face of the industrial machinery business.
Factors like their commitment to dependability and quality have been important to Skyjacks solid reputation. They are known all over the world as being the manufacturer of the best scissor lifts within the world. The Skyjack product line is sold and manufactured all over the world.
Linamar Corporation, referred to as LNR on the TSX, purchased Skyjack during the month of August the year 2002. Linamar is best known for its production of modules, assemblies and precision-machined parts. Linamar's solid balance sheet provides Skyjack with long-term stability and increased strength in general. Skyjack currently has production facilities in the United States, Lancaster and Hungary with support offices within Europe and Asia.
The company provides a complete line of self-propelled scissor lifts. Several models have elevated work heights up to 56ft. Skyjack became a leader in the industry by providing equipment features which combined serviceability, durability, quality and service, making Skyjack scissor lifts recognized all over the globe for product reliability. The current Boom lift model lineup of the company consists of telescopic booms. These models provide telescopic booms which feature work heights ranging from 45 to 71 feet. The company plans further expand the boom lift product line in the future.
The acquisition of Volvo's Material Handling Equipment business during August the year 2007 complements the products acquired in the acquisition of Carelift Equipment. These acquisitions have improved Skyjack's Telehandler product offering in both the VR series telehandlers and the Boom Zoom series. These acquisitions provide the company an opportunity to grow with the additional manufacturing capacity. Skyjack continues to lead the way within the industry, providing dependable lift solutions.