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Videosby Wayne ParhamApril 29, 2026

Exploring WALTCO’s New Liftgates

WALTCO launched its new MDV-40 liftgate and the DD Series, which can lift a technician up to 120 inches. In this video, Work Truck takes you on a full tour of the new liftgates to learn about their functions and benefits.

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Truck Chat Monthly April 2025
Videosby Lauren FletcherApril 28, 2025

Truck Chat: This Month in Fleet [April 2025]

In this episode of Truck Chat, we’re digging into the biggest stories from April 2025 that are reshaping vocational trucks, vans, and fleet operations — from smarter maintenance and faster repairs to new safety strategies and leadership lessons.

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Rear of truck with liftgate and cargo inside.
Articlesby Wayne ParhamApril 22, 2025

5 Reasons to Consider a Hydraulic-Free Electric Liftgate

RISE Robotics, a company first formed to develop exoskeletons, has now launched a hydraulic-free electric liftgate. This liftgate regenerates power into the battery while the loaded liftgate is being lowered during deliveries. Here are five reasons you should try it.

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ProductsMarch 28, 2023

First Tuk-A-Way GPT Liftgates Roll Off Maxon Assembly Line

Production for the GPT line is now in full swing and units have started to ship.

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Newsby StaffNovember 23, 2022

Maxon Completes Construction on Second Manufacturing Plant

Maxon has completed construction of its second manufacturing plant in Monterrey, Mexico, nearly 15 years since opening its first facility in Tijuana.

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Newsby StaffDecember 29, 2021

Most Read Medium-Duty Articles in 2021

Check out which medium-duty topics attracted the most readers this year.

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Newsby StaffOctober 20, 2021

Second Maxon Lift Manufacturing Plant Slated to Open 2022

The first phase of the project will add 400,000+ sq.-ft. of manufacturing space, with up to 600,000 sq.-ft. of building space in future phases.

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Fleet FAQs from Truck Chat - Top 9 Mistakes Spec'ing Liftgates
Videosby Lauren FletcherJuly 19, 2021

Fleet FAQs: Top Mistakes Spec’ing Liftgates

Learn about the nine common mistakes made when spec'ing liftgates, why they're made, and how to avoid them in this Fleet FAQ episode of Truck Chat.

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ProductsJanuary 19, 2021

Maxon Adds 2 Tuk-A-Way Liftgate Models

Maxon's new Tuk-A-Way MXT-25 and MXT-33 liftgate models combine low bed height application with a premium level-ramping ride feature.

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Newsby StaffDecember 3, 2020

Waltco Relocates Liftgate Plant

Waltco, a U.S. manufacturer of liftgates, announced the relocation of its Tallmadge plant to Streetsboro, Ohio, 35 miles south of Cleveland.

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