Dealer of Distinction award

Fairchild Equipment receives 2024 Hyster Dealer of Distinction Award

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Fairchild Equipment has announced that we have been recognized by Hyster Company with the prestigious 2024 Dealer of Distinction award, making this the ninth time we have received this distinguished recognition.

The Dealer of Distinction award is presented annually by Hyster Company to top-performing dealers who meet rigorous performance standards and adhere to defined business practices. These standards are updated each year to reflect evolving customer expectations and industry dynamics.

Bob Sattler, Vice President of Dealer Business Development at Yale headshot
Bob Sattler

“Every year, our Dealer of Distinction recipients exemplify their dedication to excellence and ongoing improvement,” said Bob Sattler, Vice President of Dealer Business Development. “Our dealers bring a wealth of knowledge and experience, empowering them to assist customers in optimizing all facets of lift truck operations. From supporting safety and exploring innovative motive power solutions to providing comprehensive maintenance and fleet management, our dealers are well-equipped to help customers reach peak performance.”

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Van Clarkson

“Winning this annual award is both an honor and a reflection of our team’s dedication to living our core values,” said Van Clarkson, President of Fairchild Equipment. “This recognition has become something we expect to achieve each year because if we truly embody our core values, we believe this is the standard we should meet. That said, we never take it lightly—it motivates us to continually strive for excellence and deliver the best for our customers and community.”

Fairchild Equipment was recognized along with the other Dealer of Distinction honorees at a special awards celebration in April, 2025.

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