MANITOU

Manitou is a French manufacturer of specialized material handling equipment, founded in 1957. The company specializes in the production of telehandlers, rough-terrain forklifts, and aerial work platforms. The spare parts range covers hydraulic system components, transmission elements, engine parts, and undercarriage assemblies. The manufacturer provides support for its own equipment through a network of official dealers. Products are designed for the agricultural sector, construction, and industrial manufacturing.

Country

France

Brand History

1. 1957: Marcel Braud founded the company by creating the world's first rough-terrain forklift. 2. 1981: Expansion into international markets and increase of production facilities in Europe. 3. 2000s: Active acquisition of lifting equipment manufacturers, including Gehl. 4. 2026: Manitou Group remains an independent public limited company specializing in material handling solutions.

Key OEM Customers

Not a supplier to automakers (OEM) conveyors

Type

Manufacturer

Ecology

The company implements a carbon emission reduction strategy under the 'Low Emission' program, developing electric and hybrid versions of forklifts. Production processes comply with energy efficiency standards to reduce environmental impact.

Brand Authentication

Original Manitou spare parts are marked with unique labels containing QR codes for tracking through the internal logistics system. Parts are supplied in branded packaging with the brand logo. Technical assemblies feature laser-engraved serial numbers.

Certificates

ISO 9001, ISO 14001