Perkin’s distribution network was stretched to supply their customers and shipments to Load Lifter were late and didn’t feel they were getting the support they needed. Application testing was facing challenges and delays. Service and supply issues were increasing as Perkins had been purchased by Caterpillar, leaving this once-loyal customer to consider new options. In 2019, Load Lifter prepared two machines with Perkins Synco 2.8- and 3.6-liter engines and after displaying them at the ARA Rental Show, put them out to test and were not satisfied with the performance.

It’s been a smooth transition to using FPT Industrial engines for Load Lifter. FPT Industrial’s F34 Tier 4 Final engines have proven to be powerful, dependable, and technologically innovative. Being DPF-free and fuel-efficient, the maintenance and total cost of ownership on the engines and lifts are lower than competitors. In addition, Load Lifter uses the N67 engine in the larger 4400 series of forklifts. In fact, as of mid-2023, Load Lifter is using FPT Industrial’s N45 engines in the production of their Reach 1056 Telescopic Handler. They are responding to the market need for high-performing large lifts that can do it all -- move, turn, and lift -- all at once.