News and Press

Raymond Virtual Reality Simulator Wins MHI Innovation Award for Best New Innovation

The Raymond Corporation’s Virtual Reality Simulator has won the MHI Innovation Award for Best New Innovation. The Raymond Virtual Reality Simulator is a next-generation tool for lift truck operator learning that provides advanced, hands-on instruction that is designed to improve operator skills, build confidence, help retain employees and keep them learning.

Raymond Launches Industry's Tallest High-Capacity Reach-Fork Truck at MODEX 2018

The Raymond Corporation will introduce a new, integrated high-capacity reach truck today at MODEX 2018. Answering the customer need for warehouse productivity and efficiency, the Raymond High-capacity Reach-Fork® truck lifts up to 4,500 pounds and reaches an industry-leading 542 inches. The new truck will be showcased alongside other Raymond innovations, including the Raymond Virtual Reality Simulator, at Booth B3747 throughout MODEX 2018.

Raymond Awarded Silver Medals in Toyota Material Handling Group Skills Competition

The Raymond Corporation was represented by two associates at the Toyota Material Handling Group Skills Competition in Takahama, Japan, on March 22, 2018. Megan Romain, an inspector at Raymond, and Kyle Baldwin, a welder at Raymond, both placed second and won silver medals in their respective events in Japan.

Raymond CEO Michael Field Named Pro to Know by Supply & Demand Chain Executive

Michael Field, chief executive officer of The Raymond Corporation, was named a 2018 Practitioner Pro to Know by Supply & Demand Chain Executive. The Pros to Know award recognizes supply chain executives, and manufacturing and non-manufacturing enterprises, that are leading initiatives to help prepare their companies’ supply chains for the significant challenges of today’s business climate.

Raymond Launches Next Generation of Reach-Fork Trucks with Integrated Intelligence

The Raymond Corporation launches a series of Raymond Reach-Fork® trucks integrated with technologies and telematics for an enhanced operator experience and increased warehouse productivity. Featuring a 7-inch multifunction color display with touch-screen functionality and an intuitive interface.

Raymond Products Nominated As 2018 MHI Innovation Award Finalists

The Raymond Corporation’s Virtual Reality Simulator and Pick2Pallet™ LED Light System have been recognized as finalists for the 2018 MHI Innovation Award in the best new product and best information technology (IT) innovation categories, respectively.

Raymond Announces Launch of Virtual Reality Simulator

The Raymond Corporation has launched a Virtual Reality (VR) Simulator to serve as a supplemental tool to assist in the development of new and existing forklift operators.

Raymond Gives Back by Supporting More Than 150 Nonprofit and Educational Organizations in 2017

In 2017, The Raymond Corporation supported more than 150 nonprofit and educational organizations with monetary contributions, forklift donations and voluntary participation in which Raymond employees gave their time and talents.

Raymond Introduces Industry-Leading, Durable 2nd Level Order Picking Solutions

The Raymond Corporation introduces two new trucks: the Model 8720 2nd level orderpicker with elevated platform, and the new Model 8410 pallet truck with 2nd level pick steps option.