From New Facilities to New Products, Here’s JLG’s Year in Review
JLG Industries Inc. had a busy 2025. The company recently shared a press release highlighting some key milestones it achieved last year that helped strengthen its market position in North America.
“For more than 55 years, JLG has remained focused on advancing the access industry,” says Tim Morris, chief commercial officer, JLG. “It is the business we started, it is the business we continue to invest in and it is the business we are committed to leading. Our actions this year — from infrastructure expansion and product innovation to portfolio enhancement through integration — reflect our continued commitment to the customers and industries that rely on JLG equipment to work safely and efficiently at height, as well as demonstrate our intent to continue to build on our strong foundation as we move into 2026.”
Let’s take a look at what JLG was up to in 2025.
1. Strategic Expansion
JLG started the year off by announcing the addition of a new 113,000-sq-ft facility in Frederick, Maryland. This facility was built to serve as a dedicated hub for product development, innovation, equipment testing and cross-functional collaboration. It’s now open and operational.
JLG also noted significant investments it made in its Reconditioning and RESET Centers, including:
- Restructuring its Hiram, Georgia, RESET location to add 22,000-sq ft of production space.
- Building a new RESET facility in Fort Worth, Texas. This facility will have 15,000-sq ft of production space when it becomes fully operational in early 2026.
- Opening its new 120,000-sq ft Reconditioning site in Houston, Texas.
From the press release:
RESET Centers manage JLG’s Certified Pre-Owned Equipment Program, making sure certified used machines receive updates and repairs under a JLG Certified warranty that can extend their usable life by several years. At JLG’s dedicated Reconditioning Centers, expert technicians restore boom lifts to like-new condition through a comprehensive, multi-step process. Each machine is restored to factory-approved, like-new condition, is backed by a JLG warranty and provides greater flexibility for fleet management.
“These expansions reinforce JLG’s commitment to investing in U.S.-based operations and providing enhanced support for our customers and team members,” says Morris, “These facilities strengthen our ability to deliver a wide range of high-quality equipment solutions, including new, used and reconditioned options, to meet market needs.”
2. New Products
JLG said it made several significant product introductions last year. These included new ClearSky Smart Fleet features, rotating telehandler line additions, micro-sized scissor lift lineup, low-level access lift line updates and new accessories like the Aviation Package.
JLG also shared it added several new platform solutions in its press release. Here’s what the company had to say about those solutions:
- Narrow Boom Platform: Designed for contractors and service providers working in ultra-tight residential or urban areas, the new 31-in. x 48-in. Narrow Platform allows operators to navigate spaces as narrow as 36-in. between structures. With a 500-lb capacity and integrated tool storage, lighting and charging ports, it helps boost productivity in confined applications.
- Mid-Rail Deck: To solve overhead reach limitations in steel erection, construction and maintenance projects, the JLG Mid-Rail Deck accessory is now available for both boom lifts and scissor lifts. Installed inside the platform’s mid-rail, it provides an additional 19.5-in. of working height, enabling access between overhead obstacles without modifying the platform or compromising safety. For exceptional versatility, the lightweight accessory is removable, foldable and transport-ready.
- Rapid Replaceable Platform: Engineered to minimize machine downtime and keep fleets operational, the platform can be replaced in 15-20 minutes, compared to hours with traditional platform swaps. Available on select boom lifts and as a retrofit option, it maintains full rated capacity and compatibility with JLG-approved accessories, delivering a simple, service-friendly solution for busy job sites.
“These options are designed to enhance productivity, safety and serviceability on jobsites,” says Morris. “With these new platform options, JLG continues to bring practical, everyday solutions to market that address real-world jobsite challenges while also setting new benchmarks for the customer-inspired innovations from an industry leader.”
3. JLG + AUSA
Last year marked the one-year anniversary of AUSA’s integration into the JLG family. The company explained that the collaboration has expanded its product portfolio within compact and material handling equipment categories with solutions.
“AUSA brings a reputation for durable equipment and trusted performance — values that are aligned with JLG’s legacy,” says Morris. “Together, we are offering a wider range of products to our customers in North America without compromising the standards for quality, engineering and customer support excellence that define both brands.”
What’s Next
JLG isn’t slowing down any time soon. In 2026, the company will remain focused on driving growth through continued innovation, investments and partnerships. JLG plans to showcase “Job Site of the Future” concepts at CES (West Hall #4418) and introducing new product solutions at:
- World of Concrete (#O31525)
- GCSAA Conference & Trade Show (West Building #3013, GCBAA Pavilion)
- The ARA Show (#2249)
- CONEXPO-CON/AGG (North Hall #N12308)
“JLG has always been defined by its ability to anticipate change and lead with purpose,” says Morris. “As we look ahead, we’re continuing to build on the momentum of 2025 by investing in new technologies, expanding our product portfolio and exploring both organic and inorganic opportunities for growth. Our focus remains on advancing the access industry we created — providing customers with the innovative, high-quality solutions they expect from JLG.”
Pam Kleineke is managing editor of Compact Equipment.
