IPAF

Following its successful launch in the UK and Ireland earlier this year, IPAF’s new mobile app for operators of elevating work platforms (EWPs) and mast-climbing work platforms (MCWPs) is now rolling out in 26 additional countries including: Hong Kong, Malaysia, Myanmar, New Zealand and Singapore. The app brings training certification into the digital era and […]

Having been carried over from last year the IPAF Summit and Awards took place at an online event on 18 March 2020 hosted by Mark Durden-Smith a sports and lifestyle presenter. Although, at times, slightly reminiscent of Eurovision Song Contests gone by, it was a thoroughly enjoyable and informative event and an opportunity to celebrate […]

At the end of February, two engineers from Haulotte Shanghai successfully passed qualification tests and have been appointed as IPAF (International Powered Access Federation) instructors.. These new certifications will enable the Chinese subsidiary to develop its training activities and offer a best-in-class customer service. When he presented the certificates to the two employees, William Fu, […]

For the first time the Summit of the International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) and the International Awards for Powered Access (IAPAs) will be hosted as a global virtual event in on 18 March 2021, from 3pm GMT. The theme of the condensed digital summit will be sustainability, and the digital event will be hosted by […]

International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) has announced the appointment of Brian Parker as the head of Safety and Technical. He joins from AFI-Uplift Ltd and will take up the post on 2 October, reporting to IPAF’s CEO and managing director, Peter Douglas. Most recently, Parker was group business development manager-Technical Support at AFI and brings […]

The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) has issued guidance to help those using elevating work platforms (EWPs), mast-climbing working platforms (MCWPs), construction lifts and hoists to work safely and minimise the risk of spreading COVID-19. The new document has been developed and reviewed by IPAF’s safety experts and members with specialist knowledge of health and […]

Last month, Haulotte Shanghai was recognized by the International Powered Access Federation as the first company in China with the entire staff completing the IPAF training. Now, all employees, including sales people, administrative staff and technicians, know how to safely use mobile elevating work platforms. Safety is a priority for Haulotte, which aims at offering […]

Norty Turner has been named as the new president of the International Powered Access Federation (IPAF), after Brad Boehler decided to step down having recently left his role with IPAF member firm Skyjack. Turner, who is senior vice president of services and advanced solutions at US rental company, United Rentals, steps up from deputy president […]

Haulotte attended the International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) Asia conference held on 17 July  in Hangzhou, Zhejiang. On this occasion, the Chinese subsidiary showcased Haulotte’s innovations regarding operators’ safety. Last year, Haulotte was the first manufacturer to become an “IPAF sustaining member.” This worldwide partnership highlights the group’s commitment to promote the safe and effective […]

After 15 years in the post Tim Whiteman is relinquishing his position as CEO and managing director of IPAF. Andy Studdert – former IPAF president – will act as interim CEO while the Federation searches for a new CEO. The IPAF board recruited Tim Whiteman as MD in 2004 to take on the challenge of […]