Maxon Introduces the First Series Of “Severe Duty” Liftgates
SANTA FE SPRINGS, CA – Maxon Lift Corp introduces the new Severe Duty BMRA (BMRSD) – a workhorse designed for customers running deliveries in harsh weather climates.

SANTA FE SPRINGS, CA – Maxon Lift Corp introduces the new Severe Duty BMRA (BMRSD) – a workhorse designed for customers running deliveries in harsh weather climates. With capacities of 3500, 4400, 5500 and 6600 lbs. and designed for 96” or 102” wide truck bodies and trailers, the best selling columnlift in North America just got even better.
With standard power down and power opener functions, the BMRSD will prove to be a leading and performance enhanced liftgate in adverse weather conditions. Loaded with new features, Maxon’s BMRSD additionally offers a fully molded electrical harness that has been tested at temperatures of minus 25 degrees; our patented heavy-duty MAXPRO paint system with polyurea top coat and zinc rich primer provides the best corrosion protection in the industry; all stainless steel pins, and a bolt-on installation solution that eliminates the need for welding and repainting which saves time and money. “The BMRSD will revolutionize the liftgate industry”, says Ted Raquet, Vice President of Sales.
For more information, call (800) 227-4116 or visit www.maxonlift.com.
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