A. R. Williams Material Handling has been selected as CLARK Material Handling Company's "Dealer of the Year" for 2008. The Calgary, Alberta-based dealership has achieved this distinction two of the last three years. Voted by CLARK employees from amongst the top five "Dealer of Excellence" recipients, A. R. Williams has represented CLARK for over four decades, with locations throughout the Canadian provinces of Alberta, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan.

Outstanding truck and parts sales, combined with excellent utilization of dealer programs, helped to establish A R Williams Material Handling as a premiere CLARK dealer. "A. R. Williams showcases an exceptional commitment and partnership with CLARK," stated Bo Maslanyk, CLARK National Sales Director. "As a high-market, high-volume dealer for CLARK, A. R. Williams continues to set exceptional standards for sales and customer service; the very traits long associated with the our brand."

A CLARK dealer since 1967, A. R. Williams' legacy of solid customer service is led by Dealer Principal Arnie Charbonneau. The company's dedicated staff, including General Sales Manager Doug Petersen and Saskatchewan/Manitoba General Manager Rick Coffin, were instrumental in winning its second CLARK "Dealer of the Year" award in three years.

About CLARK Material Handling Company
CLARK Material Handling Company has been an industry leader since its production of the first gasoline-powered material handling truck in 1917. CLARK is privately owned by the Young An Company of South Korea, and is present in 102 global markets, including the support of 550 dealer locations. A full range of I.C. and Electric trucks for diverse applications are available in the CLARK product line. In 2008, CLARK ranked #1 "Best in Value" on Modern Material Handling magazine's consumer survey.