Atlas, Mantsinen add dealer in Midwest

Material handling equipment made by European firms Atlas and Mantsinen now is available at Rudd Equipment Co. dealerships in Indiana, Kentucky, Ohio, western Pennsylvania and West Virginia.

The announcement was made by the Charlotte, North Carolina-based SMH Group, which is the exclusive distributor in North America for German-made Atlas and Finland-based Mantsinen material handling equipment.

“This strategic partnership enhances the distribution and service footprint of Atlas and Mantsinen material handlers across key markets,” SMH Group says.

Rudd Equipment with having more than 70 years of experience in the heavy equipment industry, and SMH says Rudd has deep industry knowledge, a strong customer base and a reputation for excellence. The addition of Rudd will help both companies serve customers in the metals and materials recycling, ports, forestry and bulk handling sectors.

“We are excited to welcome Rudd Equipment Co. into the SMH Group dealer family,” SMH Group Vice President Tim Hyland says. “Their legacy of service, commitment to uptime and deep roots in their region align perfectly with our mission to deliver the world’s best material handling equipment and support.”

Atlas material handlers are known for their superior engineering and as a staple in scrap and recycling applications, while Mantsinen machines frequently are found in port and terminal operations thanks to their “unmatched speed and precision," according to SMH.

“Our partnership with the SMH Group to represent the Atlas and Mantsinen material handlers enhances our current offering and aligns perfectly with Rudd’s long-standing commitment to providing industry-leading equipment and support,” Rudd Equipment Vice President of Sales Martin McCutcheon says.

“Together, we’re positioned to help our customers tackle their toughest challenges with smarter, more efficient material handling solutions."

On its website, Rudd Equipment lists locations in Evansville, Fort Wayne and Indianapolis, Indiana; Corbin, Louisville and Prestonsburg, Kentucky; Cincinnati, Cleveland and Columbus, Ohio; Clearfield and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; and Charleston, West Virginia.