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June 11, 2023 – On June 7, Palfinger opened its new headquarters for North America.
The impressive new facility underscores Palfinger’s goal of becoming number one in the North American lifting industry.
Palfinger located the new regional headquarters, which includes a first-class sales and service training center, in Schaumburg, Illinois, based on the city’s central location, attractive labor market, and easy international accessibility.
A leading provider of crane and lifting solutions in the region since 1989, Palfinger has now set its sights on becoming number one in North America by combining European technologies, product quality, sales and service training expertise, and a strong North American footprint.
“We are here to stay and grow,” said Palfinger CEO Andreas Klauser. “Led by our strong focus on our customers, we will use the next five years to significantly increase our North American market share in all product segments and show what we are capable of.”
The company’s already-impressive presence in North America combines a broad sales and service network, a mobile service fleet of over 100 vehicles, four manufacturing sites, and 15 locations that offer custom-built solutions.
A State Home to Technology
The global technology and engineering company’s investment in its North American HQ totals around $4 million.
Palfinger says that Schaumburg, the state’s second largest economic location outside Chicago, is the ideal location, thanks to a strong industrial base with a technology-driven sector and excellent international accessibility.
Palfinger is adding to the economy by creating additional jobs at its state-of-the-art facility.
"We are excited that Palfinger is bringing its new North American headquarters to Schaumburg,” said Schaumburg Mayor Tom Dailly. “We are honored to be chosen as the location for Palfinger’s regional expansion, and we look forward to the opportunities and positive impact it brings to our community. The decision to establish the headquarters here is a testament to the remarkable potential and countless advantages that the city offers. We wish Palfinger much success.”
Ismael Daneluz is Palfinger’s vice president of sales & service for North and Latin America.
His management team is composed of five additional managers.
"Opening the new North American headquarters reflects our commitment to Palfinger’s second biggest market,” said Daneluz. “We aim to serve our customers better than ever before, to strengthen our presence, and further expand our operations in North America, driving innovation and delivering industry-leading solutions to meet the evolving needs of our valued customers and partners."
Set for the Future
The heart of the new headquarters is its advanced training center, which offers an unrivaled sales and service training program.
The center’s two state-of-the-art training rooms can accommodate a total of up to 90 people at a time.
Those spaces provide the ideal environment for interactive and collaborative learning. Complementing the training rooms is a modern product operation and hands-on service training area, complete with an indoor vehicle display.
That area allows trainees to gain practical, real-world experience with Palfinger equipment, ensuring they are well-equipped to meet the demands of their respective industries.
Palfinger also introduces a virtual reality training area, revolutionizing the way operators learn.
The immersive technology enables trainees to operate a wide range of equipment without prior experience in a safe and efficient environment.
In the headquarters’ Fan Shop, visitors can get exclusive, limited-edition Palfinger-branded items and apparel that reflect the company’s commitment to quality and style.
European Technology; American at Heart
While Palfinger products feature European technology, they are proudly assembled in Canada and the United States, and are tailored to meet the unique needs of the North American market.
Palfinger has established a substantial regional presence, providing jobs and contributing to the communities where it operates.
The new regional headquarters further contributes to regional job creation, solidifying Palfinger’s commitment to growth in North America and holding to the company motto: “Together we can reach anything.”
