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Explore the prestigious brands serviced by Brown's Heavy Equipment, including DEVELON, JLG®, Montabert, Geith, and more. As an authorized dealer, we deliver unparalleled service for a wide range of heavy machinery. Discover our offerings for demolition, construction, aerial lifts, and more, backed by nearly a century of innovation and excellence in every piece of equipment. Trust us for expert advice and support, enhancing your machinery’s performance and reliability.

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DEVELON

Innovative Construction Equipment Solutions

Established in 1937, DEVELON is a pioneering force in the global equipment manufacturing sector, building on a rich legacy originated under the renowned Daewoo and Develon brands. Embracing a culture of continual innovation and expansion, Develon has proven its commitment to delivering equipment that sets industry benchmarks for quality and performance. As an authorized dealer of Develon equipment, we are proud to extend their ethos of excellence in our services. Whether it's selling state-of-the-art machinery, providing precise repairs, or supplying essential parts, we strive to uphold Develon's high standards. Trust us to support your industry's demands with our comprehensive range of Develon products and services.

Develon Brand

SCANIA

High-Performance Engines and Drive Systems

Scania is a world-leading provider of transport solutions with over 58,000 employees across more than 100 countries. Our purpose is to drive the shift towards a sustainable transport system, creating a world of mobility that benefits business, society, and the environment. Three engine sizes, power ratings ranging from 275 to 770 HP (202 to 566 kW), aftertreatment systems that help meet all the latest emissions standards, and other adjacent powertrain components – suitable Scania power systems can be found for every job. And for original equipment manufacturers, comprehensive support services facilitate everything from design and installation to production.

Scania Brand

MONTABERT

Advanced Hydraulic Breakers and Drifters

Montabert S.A.S. was founded in 1921 by Joannes Montabert in Lyon, France. The company was created to be a dominant manufacturer of pneumatic equipment. Since then, Montabert has become a leader in hydraulic demolition and drilling equipment, as well as pioneering the first ever hydraulic handheld jackhammer. They also introduced the first variable breaker in 1987, which includes 8 models that are the only 15-speed breakers in the world. For almost 100 years, the company has been developing, improving, and distributing drills and rock breaking equipment throughout the world and has become one of the top names in demolition, construction, tunneling and more.

Montebert Brand

GEITH

Durable Excavator Attachments

With over 60 years of engineering expertise in the development of excavator attachments, Geith is a company that is well-known and appreciated for its wide and safe range of quick hitches as well as its selection of buckets.
Geith quick hitches meet and exceed current safety EU norms thanks to patented pin locking systems and design to ensure the attachment is in safe position in the event of a hydraulic power loss. These fully automatic hitches, with 4 independent safety components, ensure a safe changeover of attachments without the need for the operator to leave the excavator cab. “It is possibly the most mature and proven product available today on the market. And safety is our number one priority; it is in the Geith workforce and DNA”.

Geith Brand

FLECO

Reliable Attachments for Heavy Machinery

Founded in 1983 by John Felton, Felco Industries began with the innovative FELCO BEDDING CONVEYOR, developed during a challenging sewer and water project in Seattle. This device allows bedding material to be efficiently placed in trenches, replacing cumbersome bedding boxes and minimizing material waste. To further enhance efficiency, Felco Industries introduced the FELCO ROLLER COMPACTION BUCKETS and FELCO VIBRATORY COMPACTION BUCKETS, which combine compaction and digging functions in one unit, streamlining the backfill and compact process. Today, these products remain essential tools on large pipe jobs nationwide, improving productivity and safety.

Fleco Brand

AERIAL

JLG

Cutting-Edge Aerial Work Platforms

JLG was founded in 1969 by John L. Grove, with the intention of creating machines that would allow for aerial construction to be done safely and quickly. Over the years, JLG expanded production into scissor lifts and pioneered into new advancements in lift technology such as oscillating axles or the “Extend-A-Reach” feature. JLG has acquired the following companies from the start of operations: Gradall (1999), Lull® (2003), SkyTrak™ (2003), Manlift (2004), Power Towers Ltd (2015). JLG can cover your aerial equipment needs carrying a wide variety of telehandlers, boom lifts, scissor lifts, stock pickers, vertical lifts, drop deck trailers, utility vehicles and more.

JLG Brand

GENIE

Versatile Lifting Solutions

Genie was founded in 1966 when Bud Bushnell bought the manufacturing rights to a material lift that operated on compressed air. Customers seemed to be impressed with the “magic in the bottle” that was used to raise and lower the hoist — and, the “Genie” name was born. With growing demand for material lifts and mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs), products such as man-lifts, stick booms, articulated booms, scissor lifts and telehandlers have been added to the Genie® product line. Today, Genie equipment is used in a variety of industries and applications worldwide, including rental, aviation, construction, entertainment, government and military, industrial, as well as warehouse and retail.

Genie Brand

SKYJACK

Robust and Reliable Aerial Lifts

Quality and reliability are the hallmarks that have given Skyjack scissor lifts a solid reputation as the best and one in three scissor lifts sold worldwide is a Skyjack.
Over the years, our team has duplicated that simple reliability to boom lifts, telehandlers, and telematics.

Skyjack became an industry-leader by providing machine features that combine durability, quality, and serviceability. Our products use common components across all models to maintain a certain uniformity throughout our product line.Keeping the design simple, and using intuitive design features help make Skyjack products some of the most sought after on the market.

Skyjack Brand

SNORKEL

Innovative Aerial Work Platforms

Genie scissor and boom lifts are engineered to elevate and safely lower operators repeatedly, surpassing industry standards in safety, durability, and simplicity of use and maintenance. Genie's mission is to achieve excellence with world-class products, safety, service, and value through unwavering effort, honesty, and commitment. At Genie, the health and safety of our team members are paramount, with every employee responsible for maintaining a secure workplace. Our sustainability efforts minimize environmental impact through sustainable manufacturing practices, including the use of water-based paints, careful management of solvents and petroleum products, water conservation, and recycling.

Snorkel Brand

XTREME

Heavy-Duty Telehandlers

Xtreme Manufacturing was founded by Don Ahern in response to his struggles finding reliable telehandlers for his rental fleet. In 1999, he acquired Western Attachments Company, a rough terrain forklift specialist, and rebranded it as Xtreme Manufacturing in 2003.

Today, the company produces one of North America's largest and most versatile ranges of telehandlers. Utilizing the expertise of Xtreme's engineering and manufacturing teams, along with customer feedback, Don also developed the Xtreme Cube™ portable building solution and the E-Z Loader custom-built truck bed to improve equipment loading and unloading efficiency.

Xtreme Brand

MEC

High-Quality Aerial Work Platforms

MEC has a rich history of innovation in the aerial work platform industry. Established in 1976 in Mayville, Wisconsin, MEC gained a reputation for high-quality scissor lifts and pioneered the pothole protection system. Acquired in 2002 by Equipment Parts Wholesale and moved to California, MEC continued to innovate with products like the SpeedLevel® Sigma Lift in 2009 and the Titan Boom series. Recent innovations include the 85-J Boom, the Nano10®-XD, the 3232SE slab scissor lift, and the All-Electric 16 Foot Mast (MMAE16). MEC has consistently expanded its product line, emphasizing safety, environmental sustainability, and groundbreaking features like the Leak Containment System® and the Proactive Platform Safety System®.

MEC Brand

NIFTYLIFT

Compact and Efficient Aerial Lifts

Niftylift is one of the largest manufacturers of mobile elevating work platforms (also known as cherry pickers) in Europe and sells throughout Europe, the USA, the Middle East, Far East, Australia and South Africa. We specialise in compact, low weight articulating booms that offer maximum performance with minimal environmental impact.We use advanced 3D modelling software together with rigorous testing to optimise every aspect of our product design and to ensure that every Niftylift work platform delivers outstanding performance without compromising on functionality or reliability.With years of experience designing machines for the rental industry, we understand the importance of reliability, ease of operation, minimal maintenance, and excellent after sales support to our customers.

Niftylift Brand

HAULOTTE

Haulotte is one of the world's leading manufacturers

Haulotte is a leading global manufacturer of lifting equipment, known for its innovation and high-quality products in the access industry. Founded in 1881 in France by Alexandre Pinguely, the company initially specialized in steam locomotives. Over time, Haulotte evolved, transitioning from rail machinery to construction equipment. In the 1980s, they shifted focus to aerial work platforms, which has since become their primary product line. Today, Haulotte produces a wide range of lifting solutions, including scissor lifts, boom lifts, and telehandlers, used worldwide in construction, maintenance, and industrial sectors.

SINOBOOM

Advanced Aerial Work Platforms and Lifts

Founded on February 28th, 2008, and located in Changsha, China’s capital for construction and heavy machinery, SINOBOOM specializes in the research, manufacture, sales, and service of a wide range of access solutions. Since its entry into the market, SINOBOOM has garnered numerous awards and certifications, recognizing the brand’s exceptional quality and achievements.
SINOBOOM products are widely used in various industries, including stadiums and plants, petrochemical sites, shipbuilding, municipal works, ports, complex construction projects, commercial maintenance, and more.

The company is renowned for its commitment to innovation, safety, and reliability, making it a trusted name in the access solutions industry globally.

Sinoboom Brand

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