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BLUE GIANT EQUIPMENT CORPORATION ACQUIRES CORMAC INDUSTRIAL

Blue Giant Equipment Corporation (“Blue Giant”), a leader in the development, manufacturing, and distribution of loading dock safety systems, and ergonomic lifting solutions has acquired controlling interest of prominent ergonomic lift assist solutio

BLUE GIANT EQUIPMENT CORPORATION ACQUIRES CORMAC INDUSTRIAL

Mississauga, ON September 20, 2022 – Blue Giant Equipment Corporation (“Blue Giant”) has acquired controlling interest of ergonomic lift assist solutions company, Cormac Industrial.
Located in Mexico, Cormac Industrial is a leading manufacturer and provider of innovative industrial ergonomic lift assist equipment, including air balancers, jib cranes, overhead enclosed monorail systems, pneumatic lift tables, and lift assist systems. Cormac has been providing engineered lift assist solutions for over 30 years, for companies including Magna, Cummins, Nemak, Volkswagen, Nissan, and Stellantis.
“As we expand our focus on providing ergonomic lift solutions, Cormac’s expertise and success in work cell and assembly line engineered ergonomic lift systems aligns perfectly with Blue Giant’s goals. We are excited to have Cormac as part of the Blue Giant family.” Said Steve Barbosa, President, at Blue Giant.
James Patton, President, at Cormac Industrial said, “We are excited about the energy and momentum we have with Blue Giant and the opportunities for growth. Together, we look forward to innovating and expanding our lift assist solutions and selling products globally that improve safety and productivity”
Together with Cormac Industrial, Blue Giant plans to broaden its ergonomic lift solutions product portfolio within the US and Canadian markets through its extensive distribution network.
To view Blue Giant’s current product portfolio of engineered lift solutions please visit https://www.bluegiant.com/Products/Lift-Products.aspx
About Blue Giant Equipment Corporation
Blue Giant Equipment Corporation strives to be the global leader in loading dock safety systems and ergonomic lifting solutions through product innovation, quality, and a customer-centric business approach. For over 59 years, Blue Giant has been the premier solutions provider of safe, effective, and innovative loading docks and material handling equipment, including dock levelers, vehicle restraints, scissor lift tables, touch controls, seals and shelters, industrial trucks, and HVLS fans. For more information, visit https://www.bluegiant.com/
About Cormac Industrial
Cormac Industrial has been a leader in the development and manufacturing of the best industrial ergonomic equipment in Mexico for more than 34 years. Our Mission is to provide timely, ergonomic, and innovative solutions that improve the productivity, safety, and quality of our customers.
For more information, visit https://www.cormac-ind.com/

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