Cat Lift Trucks Announces 2004 Dealers of the Year

HOUSTON--May 1, 20042, 2004--Six Cat(R) lift truck dealers were awarded the coveted Dealer of the Year spot for 2004 based on customer satisfaction, sales growth and outstanding product support during 2003.

The 2004 Dealers of the Year are:

Hewitt Equipment Limited -- Point Claire, Quebec

Holt of California -- West Sacramento, California

Miami Industrial Trucks, Inc. -- Dayton, Ohio

Morrison Industrial Equipment Co. -- Grand Rapids, Michigan

Nebraska Lift Systems -- Omaha, Nebraska

Wiese Planning & Engineering, Inc. -- St. Louis, Missouri

"As a rule, Cat lift truck dealers uphold high standards of quality and service," Cat Lift Trucks Dealer Development Manager Jim Wilson said. "This group represents the best of the best because they push the limits of productivity in the workplace."

From the manufacturing and distribution headquarters in Houston, Cat Lift Trucks offers a full line of durable lift trucks with models ranging from 2,200 - 33,000 lbs. capacity. By putting customer needs first and having the most comprehensive customer support programs in the industry, Cat Lift Trucks is Everything You've Come To Expect -- productivity, quality and low cost of ownership. For more information, contact your local Cat lift truck dealer at 1-800-CAT-LIFT or visit www.cat-lift.com.