Central Lift Maintenance Group

CLMG Awarded Union Pacific Contract

Central Lift Maintenance Group — Tue, 10 Aug 2010 22:45:31 +0000

CLMG was recently awarded the maintenance contract at the Union Pacific, Global IV terminal in Joliet, Illinois. CLMG assumed operations on August 2, where they are maintaining 4 Mi-Jack overhead cranes, 1 Mi-Jack sideloader and 18 Ottawa spotting trucks. The 785 acre state of the art facility located in the southwest suburbs of Chicago is the Union Pacific’s newest terminal and offers both domestic and international service to and from the West Coast.

Ernest Errico, who’s been with CLMG for over 10 years was appointed as the lead technician for Global IV and will be accompanied by technician Philip Baumeister who’s been with CLMG for over 8 years.

With the addition of Union Pacific, Global IV, CLMG now has 18 operations throughout North America where they offer premier heavy equipment maintenance and repair services.

CLMG Recognized for Outstanding Safety Performance

Central Lift Maintenance Group — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 01:22:49 +0000

CLMG was recognized for their outstanding safety performance in 2009 by CSXI at the recent Intermodal Association of North America’s (IANA), Operations and Maintenance Seminar. CLMG went accident and injury free at 13 CSXI locations throughout the U.S. where they perform maintenance and repair services on lift and spotting equipment.

“This is a great honor and something that the entire company is extremely proud of. Our technicians and safety teams worked very hard establishing a world class safety culture over the last several years and it’s a pleasure to be recognized by such an outstanding customer like CSXI” stated Derek Van Tichelt. This is the second year in a row that CLMG was presented an awarded for safety by CSXI.

Shown in picture from left to right: Derek Van Tichelt, CLMG; Wilby Whitt, CSXI; Dale Bartley, CLMG

Multi-Location Lift Equipment Contract

Derek Van Tichelt — Mon, 05 Apr 2010 19:35:47 +0000

Central Lift Maintenance Group successfully transitioned four new locations where they are performing lift equipment maintenance for CSX Intermodal. CLMG was awarded the multi-location contract in mid January and assumed maintenance and repair responsibilities on February 4th, 2010 in Detroit, Cincinnati, Charlotte and Savannah. The contract also included two locations in Chicago where CLMG remained the maintenance contractor at the Bedford Park and 59th Street terminals.

“We’re excited to have the opportunity to grow with CSXI” stated Chief Operating Officer, Dale Bartley. “I’m proud of all the hard work and dedication by the entire CLMG team that helped with simultaneously starting up four new operations, during which time there were no significant machine issues that impacted our customers operating capabilities”.

With the addition of the four new operations, CLMG now has a total of 17 locations throughout the United States.

CLMG’s 2009 Safety Accomplishment

Derek Van Tichelt — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 20:50:42 +0000

Central Lift Maintenance Group achieved their goal of ZERO accidents and injuries in 2009. Company wide, CLMG complied more than 100,000 man hours across 15 locations throughout the U.S., properly maintained and repaired more than 200 assets under their care and performed thousands of scheduled services and repairs – all without recording a single accident or injury!

As of January 1, 2010, CLMG has gone 854 days without recording a single injury.

CLMG Attends 2009 IANA Expo

Derek Van Tichelt — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 15:21:55 +0000

Representatives from Central Lift Maintenance Group recently attended the 2009 Intermodal Association of North America annual expo in Anaheim, California. IANA is the leading transportation trade association representing the combined interests of the intermodal freight industry. The expo was attended by key figures in the transportation industry including but not limited to railroads, ocean and motor carriers, trucking companies, equipment manufactures, policy makers, maintenance organizations and operating companies.

Central Lift Maintenance Group Is Awarded New Contract in Evansville, Indiana

Central Lift Maintenance Group — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 16:51:21 +0000

Central Lift Maintenance Group was recently awarded a three year maintenance and repair contract in Evansville, Indiana where they will be performing lift equipment, spotting equipment and trailer and chassis repair for CSX Intermodal.

This brings CLMG’s number of Intermodal maintenance and repair operations to 15 throughout the U.S. Operations begin on November 16, 2009.

Central Lift Maintenance Group Representative Attends Annual Breakbulk Conference

Central Lift Maintenance Group — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 18:15:15 +0000

Derek Van Tichelt – Director of Business Development for CLMG recently attended the 20^th Annual Breakbulk Transportation Conference and Exhibition in New Orleans, Louisiana.

The conference had exhibitors and attendees from various industries, including heavy equipment manufactures, ports, shipping companies, trucking companies and warehouse and distribution centers.

“This was a great networking opportunity for CLMG” stated Derek Van Tichelt. “The Breakbulk industry is one of the most labor intensive of all cargoes, requiring specialized handling and specialized lift equipment.

CLMG is looking to expand it’s business services in several areas where our expertise in heavy equipment maintenance and repair can an added value to majority of the companies represented at this conference”.

In addition to the exhibitors, this year’s conference also included several guest speakers who are prominent industry leaders that discussed topics ranging from the state of the cargo industry to a broader view of the economic horizon.

Central Lift Maintenance Group

Central Lift Maintenance Group — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 19:31:17 +0000

Central Lift Maintenance Group (CLMG) is a neutral maintenance provider offering innovative solutions and services while balancing safe, efficient and consistent results for the heavy equipment industry. We maximize your equipment up-time while ensuring peak performance to save you time and money.

Experience the CLMG advantage and experience comprehensive, superior service that allows you to focus on other aspects of your business, knowing that your heavy equipment is being maintained safely and efficiently.

In 2008, Central Lift Maintenance Group compiled more than 100,000 man-hours across 10 locations all without a single injury. And as of August 17, of 2009, CLMG has tracked and logged over 717 days without a single injury occurring.

We pride ourselves on bringing you the highest level of service, dedication and commitment in accommodating your needs.