Manitou North America showcases the latest product innovations and technology at the Association of Equipment Manufacturers’ (AEM) Celebration of Construction on the National Mall festival in Washington, D.C.

Their exhibit is one of twenty-four participating AEM members. These machines include the all-new vertical-lift mid-range 2750VT compact track loader, the MTA 1055 10,000-pound lift-capacity construction telehandler, and the 100 percent electric ATJ 60e rough terrain aerial work platform.

“We are thrilled to participate in the Celebration of Construction on the National Mall, where we will present our latest advancements that incorporate innovation, sustainability, and equipment simplification for modern construction sites. This is a great opportunity for OEM manufacturers to unite and showcase our products to policymakers, leaders, and consumers, highlighting our contributions as well as challenges in the construction sector,”

says Ilmars Nartish, vice president of Manitou North America.

Manitou skid-steers, compact track loaders, articulated loaders, and MTA construction telehandlers are manufactured in Madison and Yankton, South Dakota. Altogether, Manitou Group has 10 production facilities located around the world, specializing in equipment for construction, agriculture, and the industrial market.

According to Ilmars Nartish,

“Our manufacturing plant expansions along with workforce growth and development has been one of [our] main focuses in 2023, especially as we look to elevate our machine production and our team members in North America.”

Participating AEM members display innovations, including alternatively powered equipment, autonomous systems with live demonstrations, and an array of other tools that are enabling our industry to sustainably build the infrastructure that makes modern society possible at the Celebration of Construction on the National Mall event. AEM, member companies, and partner organizations worked to engage members of U.S. Congress, regulators, and their staffs to welcome them to the three-day event for an opportunity to learn more about the construction sector, their efforts in innovation and sustainability and the sector’s positive impact on the American economy.