Zelus Material Handling Acquires Munck Cranes to Strengthen Canadian Overhead Lifting Capabilities!
Zelus Material Handling, a Hamilton, Ontario–based member of the Ardent Group of Companies, has announced the acquisition of Munck Cranes, a respected Canadian brand headquartered in Stoney Creek, Ontario. The acquisition brings together two established players in the overhead crane and material handling space, marking a significant step in strengthening domestic manufacturing capability and expanding service reach across Canada’s industrial sectors.
Founded in 1983, Munck Cranes has built a strong reputation for engineering reliability, practical innovation, and a deep commitment to Canadian manufacturing. Over more than four decades, the company has supplied overhead cranes, gantry systems, monorails, and related lifting solutions to customers across construction, manufacturing, energy, and logistics. Its brand recognition and installed base make it a trusted name in mission-critical lifting environments where safety, uptime, and long-term service support are essential.
Through this acquisition, Zelus Material Handling aims to combine Munck’s product expertise and legacy manufacturing strengths with Zelus’s growing platform, technical depth, and customer-focused service model. The integration is expected to enhance the combined company’s ability to deliver end-to-end material handling solutions, spanning design, fabrication, installation, inspection, training, and lifecycle service. Customers are expected to benefit from broader product options, deeper engineering resources, and an expanded service footprint without disruption to existing operations.
Ardent Group leadership emphasized that the acquisition aligns closely with its long-term strategy of building strong, Canadian-rooted industrial brands that can compete effectively while maintaining local manufacturing and service excellence. Zelus will continue to operate Munck’s existing facilities and support its customer base during the transition, ensuring continuity of supply, service responsiveness, and technical support. Backed by Ardent’s integrated approach, the combined organization is positioned to deliver greater scale while preserving the operational strengths that have defined both companies.
The move also reflects broader trends within Canada’s industrial and infrastructure markets, where customers increasingly seek reliable domestic partners capable of handling complex lifting requirements while meeting evolving safety standards and project timelines. By pooling manufacturing capabilities and service networks, Zelus and Munck are better positioned to support large-scale projects, customized crane solutions, and long-term maintenance programs across diverse industries.
For Zelus, the acquisition reinforces its role as a comprehensive material handling partner, while for Munck, it provides access to additional resources and a larger organizational platform to support future growth. Together, the companies aim to expand innovation, improve customer responsiveness, and strengthen Canada’s position in overhead crane manufacturing and services.
As the integration progresses, the combined organization is expected to focus on maintaining the Munck brand’s legacy of quality while leveraging shared expertise to deliver enhanced value. The acquisition underscores a continued commitment to Canadian manufacturing, skilled trades, and industrial capability, supporting customers who depend on robust, safe, and reliable lifting solutions in demanding operating environments.
