Brief Description:

    With a rich history that began in 1964, Merlo S.p.A. Industria Metalmeccanica is a world-renowned Italian company and a global leader in the design and manufacturing of **telescopic handlers, often referred to as telehandlers. Founded by Amilcare Merlo, the company has grown from its origins in the Cuneo province of Italy into a major international industrial group, all while remaining a proud family-run enterprise.

    The story of Merlo is one of constant innovation. While they began by producing dumper trucks and off-road concrete mixers, a pivotal moment came in **1981** when Merlo designed and built the **first telehandler in Europe**. This machine, which combined the capabilities of a forklift with the reach and versatility of a crane, revolutionized material handling in both the agricultural and construction sectors.

Today, Merlo's core business is centered on producing one of the most extensive and advanced ranges of telehandlers in the world. Their product portfolio is highly diverse, including:

  • Compact Telehandlers: Designed for maneuverability in confined spaces.
  • Agricultural Telehandlers: A major focus, with models specifically designed for farm tasks, featuring high power and various attachments.
  • Construction Telehandlers: Robust machines built for the demanding conditions of construction sites.
  • High-Capacity and ROTO models: Specialized telehandlers with impressive lifting capacities and rotating turrets for 360-degree operation.

    Beyond telehandlers, the Merlo Group has also diversified its offerings to include other specialized machinery such as **self-propelled forestry tractors (Treemme)** and **tracked carriers (Cingo)**.

    From its state-of-the-art facilities in San Defendente di Cervasca (Cuneo), Merlo manages the entire production process in-house, from design and engineering to manufacturing and assembly. This commitment to vertical integration and "Made in Italy" quality has allowed them to pioneer numerous patented technologies, including advanced cab suspension, boom side-shift, and hydrostatic transmissions, all focused on improving operator safety, comfort, and machine efficiency. In essence, Merlo is an engineering powerhouse that provides innovative, high-performance solutions for material handling and specialized work across the globe.

 

Year Founded: 1964

Main Products: Telescopic Loader, Handler

Brand: Merlo

Country of Origin: Italy

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Website: www.merlo.com

Address: Via Nazionale, 9, 12010 Cervasca CN, Italy

Contact No.: +390171614111

Email: info@merlo.com