Low-level scissor lift provider Custom Equipment LLC is marking the milestone of manufacturing its10,000th Hy-Brid Lift.
Rental company Lift Works Inc. purchased the lift, particularly noteworthy since the company purchased Hy-Brid’s first HB-1030 lift in 2004.
Custom Equipment was started in 1981 by Steve and Lynn Kissinger in West Bend, Wisconsin, when they realized an industry need for a versatile lightweight scissor lift. Today, the compact size and low floor-loading pressures of Hy-Brid Lifts make them ideal for plumbers, painters, drywallers, ceiling tile installers, and many others.
“I’m extremely proud of our growth,” said Steve Kissinger, Custom Equipment founder. “I knew there was a need in the industry, but I had no idea how large that demand was. We started by offering one model and selling fewer than 100 units per year. As of last year, we offered six models that are sold worldwide. We’ve improved the lifts as we’ve grown, listening to the needs of our customers by adding productivity features such as USB ports, tool holders, and parts trays. We also have made changes to improve the ROI for our customers.”
In 2004, Custom Equipment designed and started manufacturing the HB-1030 Hy-Brid Lift. The HB-1030 is a low-level scissor lift with a working height of up to 16 ft. Lift Works Inc. recognized the potential of HB-1030 and bought the first one. The original is still in their fleet today, nearly 15 years later.
Lift Works also purchased the monumental 10,000th Hy-Brid Lift, a HB-1430, the model that has become Custom Equipment’s most popular scissor lift. This all-purpose lightweight lift has a working height of up to 20 ft., and its designed for use on delicate surfaces.
“Customers love these lifts, and we’re so pleased with our experience with Custom Equipment,” said Martin Starck, Lift Works Inc. president and owner. “The compact size and high lifting capacity are the reason we’ve purchased them in the past, and the reason we’ll continue to do so.”
As for the future of Hy-Brid Lifts, Kissinger said continued growth can be expected, with new product lines and innovative products, all while maintaining their commitment to customer service.
For more information, visit www.hybridlifts.com.
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