IPAF North America Forms Exciting Alliance with the Canadian Rental Association

IPAF North America is proud to announce a new alliance with the Canadian Rental Association (CRA)—a significant step in expanding our shared commitment to safety, innovation, and professional development in the rental and powered access industries.

This strategic collaboration brings together two influential organisations to support rental companies, equipment suppliers, and safety professionals across North America. By joining forces, IPAF and the CRA aim to drive greater awareness of safe mobile elevating work platform (MEWP) operation and enhance training and compliance initiatives throughout the Canadian market.

“CRA members play a critical role in the safe deployment and maintenance of powered access equipment,” said Randy Marzicola, Vice President, IPAF North America. “This partnership creates valuable opportunities to promote consistent safety standards, grow our member network, and connect more companies with the resources they need to thrive.”

IPAF will work closely with the CRA on outreach, educational initiatives, and cross-promotional opportunities—offering members exclusive insights into IPAF’s globally recognised training, technical guidance, and safety campaigns.

This new alliance reinforces IPAF’s mission to elevate safety and professionalism in the powered access industry. It also supports the CRA’s goal of empowering rental businesses with practical tools and partnerships that help them succeed.

We’re excited for what’s ahead and look forward to engaging with CRA members across upcoming events and initiatives.

Other news you might be interested in

  • 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.

  • The fourth edition of IPAF ANCH'IO brought members of the powered access community together in Monticelli Brusati (BS) on 21-22 May 2026 for a fantastic event for the powered access sector in Italy.