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  • Featured News

    IPAF Releases New Rail Guidance at APEX Show 2026

    The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) has launched new industry guidance in Dutch in collaboration with ProRail: “The Safe Use of Aerial Work Platforms Near Railway Infrastructures.”

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    IPAF appoints Paola Palazzani to Board of Directors

    Paola Palazzani, CEO of Palazzani Industrie S.r.l., has been seconded to the IPAF board of directors.

    Paola joined the business at an early stage in her career and developed broad expertise across both its industrial and commercial operations. Established in 1935, Palazzani Industrie has more than 90 years of experience in the design and manufacture of aerial work platforms.

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  • IPAF Conference

    IPAF Elevation 2026

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    Join us at the iconic Hilton St George’s Park – the home of English football – for this year’s unmissable gathering of the powered access industry. Hosted by IPAF, Elevation is your chance to connect, learn, and be inspired alongside industry leaders and peers from across the UK.

    1 July 2026
    Hilton St George's Park, Burton-On-Trent

  • IPAF Conference

    IPAF Summit 2026

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    *Date change from April 2026* Held during the day, senior representatives gather from across the access community to hear from industry experts on the latest developments. High-profile speakers from rental companies, OEMs and government agencies present, debate and interact during the course of the day. Booking now open.

    15 October 2026, 08:30 - 17:00
    Istanbul Marriott Hotel Sisli, Turkey

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  • Toolbox Talk

    TOOLBOX TALK MEWP DELIVERY DRIVER

    The delivery and collection of Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) can sometimes be a high-risk activity if not performed correctly. IPAF recommends load/unload and IPAF demonstrator training for delivery drivers.

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  • Andy Access

    Andy access: STAY SAFE WHEN LOADING AND UNLOADING MEWPS

    STAY SAFE WHEN LOADING AND UNLOADING MEWPS

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  • Toolbox Talk

    TOOLBOX TALK: CHARGING CORDLESS HAND TOOL BATTERIES ON MCWPS AND CONSTRUCTION HOISTS

    Mast Climbing Work Platforms (MCWPs) and Construction Hoists (CHs) are sometimes fitted with electrical outlets on the platform that enable operatives to use electrically powered hand tools and other equipment. IPAF does not recommend these electrical outlets are used to charge hand tool batteries.

    Added 11 Jun 2026
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