ABOUT HAMMAR

Hammar is the world’s leading supplier of sideloaders. With experience in the industry since 1974 and thousands of products delivered to customers in more than 122 countries, Hammar stands for tried and tested, user-friendly technology that sets the standards for smart container handling.

We offer solutions for all kinds of environments and all our models can be specially adapted to your specific needs and requirements. The headquarters, manufacturing, development and testing are located in Olsfors in Sweden, but we have offices in eight locations worldwide. Our extensive service network is always available to help you ensure smooth and trouble-free operation.

Vison and Values


OUR VISION

Hammar shall be the leading innovator in mobile container logistics. We continually set the standard for smart transport and handling of containers.
 
 
OUR VALUES

Top quality and performance
Full control thanks to own construction and production. Long-term thinking and security consciousness.
 
Responsive and adaptable
We have a direct, honest and long-term relationship with the customer. We develop and package solutions according to customer needs.
 
Effective and well thought-out
We think in modules and are the innovative expert in our industry.

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History in brief

2019

Hammar celebrates its 45th anniversary.

The first step towards robotised trailer production is taken in the form of a new robot welder.

Hammar's new "ULTRA LIGHT" concept is launched.

2018

Hammar South Africa is established.

2017

The Hammar 110 series is launched. A lightweight model with a unique double-action support leg, specialising in transfer operations.

2015

Hammar Vietnam is Established.

The Hammar 130 series is launched, a lightweight model with facility for triple-crane configuration.

Hammar New Zealand aquires the Auckland trailer production bussiness of its partner SEEL engineering.

Hammar Malaysia expands and relocates to new and larger premises.

2014

The Hammar 140 is launched. A brand new clip-on unit with 16 tonnes lifting capacity.

2013

The world's first electric powered powerpack for Sideloaders is developed by Hammar.

The Hammar Drum loader is developed, a Sideloader dedicated to handling large cable drums.

2012

The first Sideloader that can stack containers in the 2nd row is built by Hammar, the Hammar Mega Reach.

2011

Hammar sets the world record for "heaviest weight lifted by a side loader" at 60 tonnes! The lift was verified by Guinness World Records.

2010

The Hammar 155 model is launched, a high performance model specializing in transfer operations.

Hammar builds the world's first Sideloader with 60' capacity.

2008

The world's first Sideloader with a 42-tonne lifting capacity is launched by Hammar.

2006

Hammar launches its USA based subsidary, Hammar Lift Inc.

Hammar Service in Australia transfers to wholly-owned, specially built premises in Brisbane.

Hammar develops and delivers the first Hammarlift to Antarctica.

2003

Hammars subsidary in Malaysia is founded.

The truck mounted Hammar 180 series is launched. A direct evolution of the original SL 20 series.

1996

Hammar launches its New Zealand subsidary, Hammar New Zealand Ltd.

The Hammar 190 series is launched, now the world's most popular Sideloader.

1995

Hammar launches its Australian subsidary, Hammar Australia Pty Ltd.

1990

The Hammar 160 series is launched. A direct evolution of Hammars original SL 30 series and the world's lightest Sideloader.

1987

The Hammar 150 series is launched. The Hammar high-performance model.

1980

Hammar Introducing Sideloader Stacking

The first double-sided and stacking Hammarlift is delivered.

1976

Hammar Introducing SL20

The Hammar SL 20 BH is launched and becomes the first truck mounted model.

1974

Bengt Olof Hammar First Sideloader

Bengt-Olof designs his first Sideloader, the SL 30 S. This is the starting point for the formation of Hammar Maskin AB.

Management

Meet our management team – each bringing their own experience and perspective to the development of our company.

Bengt Olof Hammar Managament
Bengt-Olof Hammar
Owner & Managing Director
Fredrik Sandberg Management (1)
Fredrik Sandberg
Deputy Managing Director
Lars Erik Stendahl Management (1)
Lars-Erik Stendahl
Chief Financial Officer
Markus Andersson Management (1)
Markus Andersson
Operations Manager
Marcus Johansson Management (1)
Marcus Johansson
Purchase Manager
Daneil Ekman Management
Daniel Ekman
R&D Manager
Sven Gunnar Ostangard Management
Sven-Gunnar Östangård
Production Manager

News

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2022 Production Expansion Begins
02 June - 22
Hammar expands production in new €2 million investment
Increasing demands for Sideloaders and new sales records in 2021 and 2022 have led to the decision to expand the Hammar production facilities in Sweden. The expansion started on 28th March 2022 and will result in higher production capacity, greater automatization and efficiency. The Hammar building will expand 850m2 and brand-new robots &...

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Hammar NPSA 2022
24 May - 22
Hammar at 2022 North American Trade shows
During the end of April Hammar visited two of the premier trade shows in North America, Truck World 2022 in Toronto, Canada and the NPSA conference 2022 in Denver, United States. Hammarlift Inc., a subsidiary of Hammar group, is the only local Sideloader manufacturer in the US. They’ve been a long-term member of the National Portable Storage...

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MCVE 2022 Hammar Sideloader Setup
23 March - 22
Hammar at MCVE 2022 in Malaysia
10-12th March Hammar once again attended the MCVE 2022 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, South East Asia's largest exhibition for commercial vehicles. Our stand at the show featured a first look at the Hammar 119 HS for the Malaysian market, a result of the latest Sideloader technology from Hammar. The model is designed for high versatility, safety,...

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Trade Show Programme 2022
17 February - 22
Hammar trade show programme 2022
Welcome to visit us at any of these leading trade shows during 2022! Follow this page to keep yourself updated as more trade shows are added and new information is added.

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70Th Sideloader Enger Transport
17 May - 22
70th Sideloader, 45 years as a customer
One of our longest standing customers, Enger Transport in Norway, recently received their 70th Sideloader from Hammar. It’s been 45 years since they bought their first Hammar in 1977! We’re proud to have Enger Transport as a loyal customer for so many years. Enger Transport was founded in 1971, and is today one of the largest Sideloader...

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Hammar 110 Wideleg Sideloader
11 February - 21
40 tonnes SWL & new WideLeg option for Hammar 110
Two new options are now available for the Hammar 110 model. 40 tonnes SWL (Safe Working Load) for extra heavy duty, and a new support leg option, "WideLeg". The new heavy duty option allows the Hammar 110 to lift up to 40 tonnes, and is available with both the new WideLeg option and the standard support legs. Reinforcements at vital points have...

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Hammar Sideloader Electric Power Pack
07 January - 21
Introducing Electric Powered Sideloaders
In 2013, Hammar built the world’s first electric powered Sideloader in Australia. Now Hammar launches its electric power pack on a world-wide scale in the first major push towards green alternatives in the Sideloader industry. The electric power pack, “ePP”, lasts around 20 consecutive lifts with a 35 tonnes weight. It can be charged by the...

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Hammar 110, Martin Andreasson Transport
22 September - 20
TEST: Fuel savings with lighter Sideloaders
Hammar has, together with Martin Andreasson Transport AB in Gothenburg, performed a live test on how much fuel can be saved with Sideloaders with lower tare weights. The findings point to significant gains both in terms of fuel economy and environmental impact. The test was performed by comparing the fuel consumption of the latest model from...

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