This U.S. Census Bureau NAICS-based industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of fork lift trucks, industrial cranes, industrial trucks and tractors, conveyor systems, hoists, elevators, and other material handling equipment.

Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--

  • Installation and repair of elevators--are classified in Industry 238290, Other Building Equipment Contractors; and
  • Merchant wholesale distribution of over-the-road trucks and tractors--are classified in NAICS Industry 42311, Automobile and Other Motor Vehicle Merchant Wholesalers.