DC Velocity - July 2014

For nearly 90 years, The Raymond Corporation has been a leading global provider of material handling solutions that improve space utilization and productivity, with lower cost of operation and greater operator acceptance.

Raymond’s history of innovation in warehousing and distribution operations is unmatched, beginning in the

1930s with the invention of the ;rst hydraulic hand pallet truck. Soon after, Raymond introduced the ;rst double-faced wooden pallet, making it easier and more ef;cient to transfer goods — forever changing the material handling world.

Throughout the years, Raymond has taken a leadership role in creating new solutions for our customers, enhancing productivity while lowering the cost of operations. From the ;rst narrow aisle lift truck in the 1950s to the ;rst AC-powered lift truck in 2001 to the introduction of the Raymond iWAREHOUSE® ;eet optimization system in

2008, Raymond is committed to generating the right solutions and right support to help meet the needs of our customers.

Raymond’s philosophy demonstrates that we are committed to understanding our customers’ businesses and delivering a comprehensive package of custom solutions and personalized service that will help drive their costs down while running their operations better, smarter and faster.