The Evolution
The man and his idea.
Wolf Haessler, OAC ENG B.Sc. (Eng.)
‘66 – Medal of Achievement Award (2010)
Wolf received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Guelph in 1966 and master’s degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Western Ontario in 1969.
In 1969, he founded a small metalworking shop in Brampton, Ontario that grew into a world class manufacturer of aerial work platforms (AWP).
Wolf conceptualized the idea ten years ago to provide a more stable vertical AWP than available scissor type lifting mechanisms.
This concept is the basis for the “WolfLifT” that utilizes the exoskeleton or unibody theory in which the outside skin of a hollow structure provides the structural strength and rigidity, as used in today’s automobiles and aircraft.
He organized a team of locally educated engineers and industry veterans to design, test and build what will become a new global standard in AWP.
Along with being an accomplished innovator and entrepreneur, Mr. Haessler is a caring and generous individual. As an active University of Guelph alumnus, he serves on the School of Engineering industrial advisory board and the College of Physical and Engineering Science campaign cabinet.
Wolf and his family provide leadership support through the Haessler Family Engineering Scholarship Fund and capital campaign for renovations to the engineering building.
