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Independent Rough Terrain Center (IRTC) Partners with Kalmar to Expand Distribution and Service the Rough Terrain Container Handler (RTCH) Worldwide
Independent Rough Terrain Center LLC (IRTC), a U.S.-based manufacturer of heavy-duty rough terrain material handling equipment, has entered a strategic partnership with global provider of sustainable material handling solutions, Kalmar. Through this agreement, Kalmar will distribute and support IRTC's Rough Terrain Container Handler (RTCH) across global markets, expanding access to comprehensive training, support, and aftermarket services for both commercial and defense customers.
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