Known for its long-running focus on hydraulic lift gates, Leyman Lift Gates has been manufacturing equipment for delivery fleets since 1940. Based in Cincinnati, the company serves transportation and logistics operations with gates designed for demanding, high-cycle work, while providing in-house technical and parts support after installation.
Thieman Tailgates, IncThieman Tailgates, Inc. makes hydraulic liftgates for light-, medium-, and heavy-duty trucks and trailers. Based in Celina, Ohio, the company says it customizes liftgates for specific needs, with lifting capacities ranging from 1,000 to 6,600 pounds.CELINA, OH
National Liftgate Parts, IncFounded in West Virginia in 1988, National Liftgate Parts is a Cincinnati-based distributor and manufacturer of replacement parts for truck liftgates, winches and cranes. Its specialists help fleets identify hard-to-match components, including through a photo-based parts-finding service, while the company supplies aftermarket and OE replacements across North America and the Caribbean. National Liftgate Parts reports a 99.6% order-accuracy rate and same-day shipping for in-stock orders placed by 3 p.m. EDT.CINCINNATI, OH
Venco Venturo Industries LLCFounded in 1952, Cincinnati-based Venco Venturo Industries makes truck- and van-mounted service cranes, crane bodies and conversion/dump hoists for demanding field work. The company’s history includes acquiring the Venco liftgate line in 1979, adding hoists in 1981 and later expanding into electric and hydraulic cranes under the Venturo and Venco brands. Its VLC crane-control system adds overload protection, stability monitoring and operator alerts to fully hydraulic service cranes.CINCINNATI, OH
D.W. Lift Sales, IncFamily-owned since 1997, D.W. Lift Sales grew from a company selling used and reconditioned truck-mounted forklifts into a Columbus operation known for deep expertise in piggyback equipment. Founded by Doug Wilson, grandson of the inventor of the first Princeton truck-mounted forklift, it now supports delivery-equipment customers through sales and service from its 70,000-square-foot facility.COLUMBUS, OH