Answers to Alliance ad in ACPA magazine

#1. German designed pumps are only built in Germany – FICTION

The economics of manufacturing in the same country as a businesses headquarters is not always financially feasible. Current German companies source other countries to manufacture their products as it makes financial sense.

#2. Toyota outsold GM in 2007 – FACT

For the first time ever, an Asian (Japanese) auto manufacture outsold a domestic manufacture (GM) in North America.

#3. Korean concrete pumps are all made by the same supplier – FICTION

There are several manufactures that get their pumps built in Korea, but none by the same supplier. No different than any other major purchasing decision, do your research about the facility and their management team to ensure they meet your expectations and standards.

#4. All concrete pumps sold in North America are CPMA Certified – FICTION

CPMA (Concrete Pump Manufactures Association) is the leading association in North America that sets the quality and safety standards of concrete pumps. To be certified, a third party audits per instructions and checklists developed by the CPMA. The CPMA certification process is lengthy and expensive, causing some companies to avoid membership and certification.