February 21, 2008 12:05 PM CST

Mitsubishi Caterpillar Forklift America Awarded ISO 14001 Certification

Certification demonstrates commitment to enacting environmentally-friendly practices

By Mitsubishi Caterpillar Forklift America, Inc.

Mitsubishi Caterpillar Forklift America (MCFA), maker of Cat and Mitsubishi brand lift trucks, announced the company has been awarded ISO 14001 certification, demonstrating its commitment to enacting environmentally-friendly practices.

ISO 14001 is a recognized system of standards that helps organizations minimize negative impact on the environment, while enforcing environmental law and regulatory compliance. ISO 14001 also outlines internationally accepted specifications for environmental management systems.

“At MCFA, we are proud to utilize efficient and environmentally-conscious operating procedures,” says John Hansen, vice president of operations at MCFA. “It not only solidifies the efforts our employees put forth every day to be mindful of our impact on the environment, but it is good business.”

To obtain ISO 14001 certification, MCFA demonstrated the company has environmental objectives and measurable targets in place to help reduce harmful effects on the environment. The company also illustrated it is continually striving to improve policies and procedures that affect the environment.

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Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Mitsubishi Caterpillar Forklift America, Inc. (MCFA) is a leading provider of forklift trucks in the United States, Mexico, Canada and Latin America. For more information about MCFA, visit www.mcfa.com.