Crown Equipment

Crown Equipment Corporation is a privately held American company based in New Bremen, Ohio. Founded in 1945 by brothers Carl H. Dicke and Allen A. Dicke, Crown specializes in the design, manufacture, and distribution of powered industrial forklift trucks and material handling equipment. With a reported global sales revenue of $5.29 billion for fiscal year 2024, Crown ranks among the top five largest lift truck manufacturers in the world. The company offers a wide range of products, including electric and internal combustion forklifts, pallet trucks, walkie stackers, and high-level order pickers. Crown is known for its innovative features, such as the SP 1500 Series with a mid-platform window for improved visibility and ergonomic designs that enhance user comfort and safety. Operating globally, Crown serves customers in over 80 countries through its own retail locations and select independent dealers, supporting various industries in logistics, manufacturing, and distribution.