RICO awarded lift truck contract for the next generation aircraft carrier (CVN-21)
12 Jul 2007 - Media release
Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) has selected BPR/RICO Equipment, Inc. to design and build shipboard certified material handling equipment for the new-generation aircraft carrier, CVN 21.

“We are very excited about this contract award and to be part of the CVN-21 program.  It builds on our existing, long-stand, relationship with the U.S. Navy and demonstrates our ability to create strong industry partners.  Our engineering team is looking forward to getting started on both the 6,000 lbs and 12,000 lbs vehicles,” said Dave Mueller, President.

RICO introduces new all electric - coil handling AGV design
4 May 2007 - Media release
BPR/RICO Equipment, Inc. has just announced their completion of a revolutionary, high tonnage, all electric coil handling design for an AGV system to move massive steel coils weighing up to 23 metric tons.  The system will handle steel coils moving through the manufacturing process for a major US steel producer located in the United States.  

“As the premier leader in our industry, we pride ourselves on staying two steps ahead of the competition.  Our newest generation of ram straddle trucks is no exception.  Our engineers were intent on improving upon their previous designs,” says company president Dave Mueller.

RICO awarded lift truck contract for the next generation aircraft carrier (CVN-21)
22 Apr 2007 - Media release
Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) has selected BPR/RICO Equipment, Inc. to design and build shipboard certified material handling equipment for the new-generation aircraft carrier, CVN 21.

“We are very excited about this contract award and to be part of the CVN-21 program.  It builds on our existing, long-stand, relationship with the U.S. Navy and demonstrates our ability to create strong industry partners.  Our engineering team is looking forward to getting started on both the 6,000 lbs and 12,000 lbs vehicles,” said Dave Mueller, President.