Cooper Equipment Rentals, a Canadian equipment rental company, acquired Alberta Lift and Equipment Rentals.

Established in 2012, Alberta Lift is an equipment rental company focused on aerial equipment that services Southern Alberta from its branches in Calgary and Lethbridge.

Justin Wharton, president and co-founder of Alberta Lift, will assume a senior role and will help grow Cooper’s business in Western Canada.

“We are excited to strengthen our business in Western Canada with the addition of Alberta Lift’s impressive team of rental professionals, top-notch equipment fleet and excellent branch facilities,” said Doug Dougherty, president of Cooper.

Darryl Cooper, CEO, added, “This acquisition broadens our presence in Western Canada and allows us to bring the Cooper difference to customers throughout Southern Alberta. We are pleased to add Justin to the Cooper team — we know that his energy and professionalism will further strengthen the impressive team that we have established in the Western Canadian market.”

“This transaction will allow Alberta Lift’s loyal customers to continue receiving the high level of service to which they have become accustomed,” Wharton said. “Alberta Lift’s customer service philosophy aligns perfectly with Cooper’s, and I am excited to have the opportunity to work with the fastest growing independent equipment rental company in Canada.”