News Release

December 4, 2008

Aspen Equipment appointed dealer for Manitowoc and Grove

Manitowoc has appointed Aspen Equipment as the dealer for its line of Grove mobile hydraulic cranes and Manitowoc lattice-boom crawler cranes for Iowa, Nebraska, and western Illinois. The company has served as the dealer for National Crane boom trucks in the territory for over 25 years. 

  
Since adding the Grove and Manitowoc lines, the company is actively pursuing sales, rental, field service and parts opportunities throughout their territory. Tom Cherne, chief operating officer of Aspen Equipment, said he was excited about the addition of Grove and Manitowoc lines to the dealership. 
 
“Our goal is to provide the same high level of sales and service support that has been the signature of Aspen Equipment for over 80 years,” he said. “We will combine that experience with the quality products and market leadership of Manitowoc, Grove, and National Crane.” Visit the company’s website at www.aspenequipment.com

About The Manitowoc Company
The Manitowoc Company, Inc. is one of the world's largest providers of lifting equipment for the global construction industry, including lattice-boom cranes,tower cranes, mobile telescopic cranes, and boom trucks. As a leading manufacturer of ice-cube machines, ice/beverage dispensers, and commercial refrigeration equipment, the company offers the broadest line of cold-focused equipment for the foodservice industry. In addition, the company is a leading provider of shipbuilding, ship repair, and conversion services for government, military, and commercial customers throughout the U.S. maritime industry.

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For More Information Contact:

Chris BratthauarNicole Schwegman
Manitowoc CranesSE10 Creative
+717 593 5348+608 251 6280
chris.bratthauar@manitowoc.comschwegman@se10.com
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