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CTE is proud to announce a new partnership with Vermeer Heartland as an authorized dealer for CTE tracked aerial lifts. Through this partnership, Vermeer Heartland will provide local sales, service, and support for Traccess spider lifts across Ohio, Kentucky, Tennessee, and West Virginia. The Traccess 170-56 , 230-75 , and 270-88 will now be available for purchase through all Vermeer Heartland locations, expanding access to CTE’s aerial lift solutions throughout the region. With more than 45 years of experience supporting customers in the tree care, underground construction, recycling, and mining industries, Vermeer Heartland has built a strong reputation for customer-focused service and dependable field support. By adding the CTE Traccess line to its product offerings, Vermeer Heartland is further expanding its ability to provide equipment solutions for their customers, especially in the tree care industry. The company operates locations in Washington Court House, Columbus, and Cincinnati, Ohio; Nashville and Knoxville, Tennessee; Elizabethtown, Kentucky; and St. Albans, West Virginia, supported by a team of more than 100 employees.

Tree care professionals are always looking for safer, faster, and more efficient ways to handle pruning, removals, and complex canopy work. Aerial lifts have become one of the most important tools in modern arboriculture, giving crews better access, improved positioning, and greater control.

Improve facilities maintenance efficiency with modern aerial lift technology that boosts safety, speeds up repairs, and simplifies high-access indoor and outdoor work.

We know how tough it is to handle tree work in hard-to-reach spaces. That’s why compact tracked lifts from CTE North America give crews safe, efficient access where bucket trucks can’t.

Vermeer Midwest , a leading provider of industrial equipment, is excited to announce a new partnership with CTE, a renowned manufacturer of aerial lift solutions. This strategic collaboration aims to enhance Vermeer Midwest's product offerings and provide customers with innovative and reliable aerial lift equipment. Under this partnership, Vermeer Midwest will now offer CTE's line of Traccess aerial lifts, starting with two models - the Traccess 230-75 and 270-88 . These compact crawler boom lifts are designed to provide exceptional performance in limited access areas while ensuring maximum safety and efficiency. "We are thrilled to partner with CTE and bring their aerial lift solutions to our customers," said Steve Kool, CEO of Vermeer Midwest. "This collaboration aligns with our commitment to delivering high-quality equipment that meets the evolving needs of our clients in the tree care, landscaping, and construction industries." 

Operating compact crawler boom lifts can be game-changing for limited access jobs in many industries such as tree service, facilities maintenance, and window cleaning. These lifts significantly increase safety, especially when equipped with advanced technologies. However, it's important to remember that they are still machines and cannot assess all external factors. CTE recommends following these five safety tips.