Milwaukee, Wisconsin— Fairchild Equipment announced today it has been recognized by Hyster® with the prestigious 2025 Dealer of Distinction award, an honor bestowed upon a select group of dealers who exemplify the highest standards in the materials handling industry. The Dealer of Distinction program recognizes top-performing Hyster dealers across the nation who consistently drive sales leadership and service excellence.
To achieve Hyster Dealer of Distinction status, dealers must adhere to defined business practices and meet rigorous performance standards that are updated annually to align with evolving customer expectations and industry dynamics. The award underscores Fairchild Equipment’s commitment to providing exceptional service, trusted expertise, and measurable value to customers across its territory.
“Each year, our Dealers of Distinction set the standard for performance excellence and continuous improvement. With deep expertise in materials handling, this elite group of dealers help customers enhance productivity and unlock smarter, more efficient operations,” said Bob Sattler, Vice President, Dealer Business Development.
“From safety, operator training, rental and innovative motive power solutions to comprehensive maintenance and fleet management, they consistently demonstrate their capabilities in helping customers achieve peak performance as their trusted partner.”
“Earning the prestigious Hyster Dealer of Distinction award, especially during our 40th anniversary year, is an incredible honor,” said Van Clarkson, President of Fairchild Equipment. “This recognition marks the 29th year Fairchild Equipment has received an award from Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, earning our tenth in twelve years total in the southern Wisconsin and Northern Illinois market, reflecting the remarkable consistency of our teams. What matters most about this is what it represents for our customers: a partner they can rely on. Our team is focused on delivering the expertise, responsiveness, and innovative solutions that help our customers operate more efficiently and succeed for the long term.”
About Hyster
Hyster is a leading worldwide provider of Hyster® forklift truck and container handling solutions for the toughest, most intense industries on earth. The company designs and manufactures an industry leading, comprehensive range of material handling equipment, meeting the unique demands of everything from fast-paced industrial warehouses and manufacturing facilities to the most demanding, heavy-duty applications like ports and terminals. Backed by a dedicated, global dealer network and nearly a century of material handling experience, Hyster is the trusted resource customers can count on for technology tough enough for their worksites and proven solutions that keep critical operations moving.
Hyster Company is a division of Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Hyster-Yale, Inc. (NYSE:HY) which is headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio and operates globally.
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About Fairchild Equipment
Since 1985, Fairchild Equipment has been a trusted leader in material handling solutions, serving customers across Wisconsin, Minnesota, North Dakota, Northern Illinois, and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. The company provides comprehensive solutions including equipment sales, service, rental, safety training, fleet management, and warehouse systems. Fairchild Equipment’s mission is to deliver innovative, customer-focused solutions while creating lasting partnerships.
For more information, visit www.fairchildequipment.com.
