CanLift has completed a $10-million expansion of its rental fleet through a partnership with JLG Industries.
The new investment adds more than 70 new units to CanLift’s active fleet.
The fleet expansion includes specialized telehandlers such as the JLG R1385 rotating telehandler and the JLG 313 ultra-compact telehandler, along with a dozen new JLG ultra booms to strengthen the company’s capabilities in the 36-metre-plus range.
With the new JLG machines, CanLift now offers customers an expanded selection of equipment with platform heights ranging from about 13.5 metres to 56 metres and lifting capacities between 225 kg and 5,900 kg.
“Being Canadian-owned in a global supply chain means we have to be strategic and practical when it comes to supporting our customers,” says Marko Dragicevic, Managing Partner at CanLift. “Our partnership with JLG allows us to bring in high-demand models faster and ensures the OEM support needed to keep them rental-ready. We’re proud to work with a global partner while still delivering a distinctly local, service-first experience.”
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Canlift selected JLG machines based on advanced features like ClearSky Smart Fleet IoT Fleet Management Platform and SkyPower Generator System.
ClearSky Smart Fleet gives operators wireless diagnostics, remote fault logs and real-time machine setup data, while SkyPower delivers built-in power at the platform, supporting a range of tools and attachments without the need for external generators. For customers requiring welding capabilities, the SkyWelder option integrates a 280-amp welder at the platform, reducing equipment clutter.
“At JLG, we believe in building partnerships that drive real innovation and customer value in the access equipment industry. CanLift’s commitment to service excellence, smart fleet optimization, and their vision for future expansion truly reflect the entrepreneurial spirit we admire,” said Doug Bunting, Senior District Manager at JLG.
“As they continue to grow their presence across Ontario, we’re proud to stand alongside them — supporting their fleet with our reliable, high-performance access equipment and helping deliver exceptional job site outcomes. We look forward to continuing this journey together.”
