Press Releases

Wing Enterprises, Inc. Relocates World Corporate Headquarters - 9/13/2007

SPRINGVILLE, Utah – September 13, 2007 - Wing Enterprises, Inc. announces the relocation of their Worldwide Corporate Headquarters to a new, state-of-the-art manufacturing and operations facility in Springville, Utah. The ribbon cutting ceremony to commemorate the event is scheduled for September 20, 2007 at 11:30 am. The event is open to the public.

“We love our new facility; it is state-of-the-art. We have increased our manufacturing capacity and have an ideal office layout. This move was needed to help us continue to grow and penetrate the market with ever expanding product lines. We have the best people on earth and are excited about what we will be able to do with our increased automation, robotics, testing facilities, and many new products that are coming online,” said Hal Wing, Founder. “We invite all to come to the ribbon cutting ceremony and open house.”

The new Corporate Headquarters and manufacturing facility is equipped with an advanced innovations lab, a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility, and a world class testing and quality control center.

LITTLE GIANT LADDER SYSTEMS GRANTED GSA CONTRACT - 5/10/2007

SPRINGVILLE, Utah – May 10, 2007 - For the past 30 years, Little Giant® Ladder Systems has been a leader in providing ladders to the United States government. Today, Little Giant Ladder Systems announced that it has secured a Government Services Administration (GSA) contract that will make transactions even more efficient and accessible, enabling government agencies to purchase Little Giant ladders and accessories through the expedited GSA process. In addition, Mark Anderton, Director of Government Sales, will continue to oversee government accounts.

“With twenty-three years of government service experience, Mr. Anderton, understands the special needs and requirements of the government,” said Art Wing, President. “We look forward to serving the government through the GSA Contract.”

Little Giant Ladder Systems, a veteran-owned company, has always sought to understand the needs of government entities—including the military, law enforcement, schools, and other agencies—and to design ladders to meet those needs. The company currently manufactures three ladders specifically for government use, including the Little Giant Aircraft Support Ladder, the Little Giant Tactical Ladder, and the Little Giant SkyScraper Ladder.

Not only are Little Giant ladders the most versatile ladders in the world, they are also renowned for their quality and safety, compiling with the government’s quality standard Mil-I-45208A and exceeding the most stringent OSHA and ANSI safety standards. Little to no maintenance is required, and replacement parts are available for each ladder, making Little Giant ladders a solid, long-term investment for government agencies.

LITTLE GIANT INTRODUCES A NEW LINE OF PROFESSIONAL GRADE LADDERS - 11/14/2006

SPRINGVILLE, Utah – November 14, 2006 – Little Giant Ladder Systems announced today the release of the industrial grade PRO Series ladder system. The PRO Series features double-pass welds, individual serialization, black anodized armor, high impact rung guards, and Little Giant’s lifetime warranty.

Designed for professional contractors and trades people who rely on constant durability, the PRO Series ladder is built tough with double-pass welds and precision components. Black anodization helps protect the ladder from oxidation and keeps hands clean and free from aluminum oxide. The ladders are individually serialized allowing for easier identification and asset tracking.

The PRO Series ladders are currently available at selected White Cap stores. “The PRO Series ladders are a real success at White Cap. Several stores have already sold through their initial stock,” said Mark Larsen, National Sales Manager, White Cap.

Starting March 2007, the Pro Series ladders will be available at industrial and builder supply stores nationwide. Those attending the STAFDA show in Las Vegas, will get a sneak peak at the ladders and take advantage of a special pre-order opportunity.

“We understand the rigors that professionals put their tools through day-in-and-day-out. This new ladder is specifically designed for those hardworking professionals,” said Ryan Moss, CEO, Little Giant Ladder Systems.

LITTLE GIANT LADDER SYSTEMS DONATES LADDERS TO HURRICANE RELIEF EFFORTS - 10/3/2005

SPRINGVILLE, Utah – October 3, 2005 – Little Giant Ladder Systems®, working with LDS Philanthropies, today announced it has donated 100 Little Giant Ladders to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’ Humanitarian Services in support of relief efforts following Hurricane Katrina. Humanitarian Services has delivered the ladders to New Orleans, where its network of volunteers is assisting in local rescue, clean up and recovery efforts. Disaster relief organizations and government agencies can contact Little Giant Ladder Systems at 1-800-542-WING for information on ladders needed in recovery efforts.

“Our hearts go out to those in the Gulf Coast region whose lives have been affected by Hurricane Katrina,” said Harold R. Wing, CEO and founder of Little Giant Ladder Systems. “We are pleased to work with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in its ongoing relief efforts. It is an amazing resource, marshalling its network of volunteers and coordinating with other charities to aid in recovery efforts. We hope our donations can help enable the safety of the residents and relief workers as they rebuild the towns that have been destroyed.”

Depending on the requirements of relief agencies, Little Giant Ladder Systems can offer a variety of ladder requirements, including fiberglass ladders required for installing or repairing electrical wiring.

Good Housekeeping Seal Recognizes Little Giant for First Time in 96 Year History - 8/9/2005

SPRINGVILLE, Utah – August 9, 2005 – Wing Enterprises, Inc., one of the world’s fastest growing and the leading manufacturer of American-made articulating ladders, announced today that the Little Giant Ladder Systems® have earned the prestigious Good Housekeeping® Seal. Since 1909, the Good Housekeeping® Seal has been a top symbol of quality assurance and consumer protection. The Little Giant is a heavy-duty industrial ladder, at a do it yourself price, that articulates quickly and safely into 24 different ladder configurations for use in any situation around the home or workplace.

“We are pleased to have received the Good Housekeeping Seal for the first time in the history of Little Giant Ladder Systems® and to be one of the few tools to have ever earned it. Good Housekeeping is an excellent publication and they have been a pleasure to work with throughout this entire process,” said Arthur Wing, executive vice president of Wing Enterprises. “The Seal is a symbol of Wing Enterprises’ commitment to quality and consumer satisfaction; it’s a tribute to the versatility and strength of our Little Giant that we have received this prestigious designation.”

2005 has been a banner year for Little Giant Ladder Systems®. The Little Giant Ladder infomercial continues to top the direct response ratings charts and Little Giant has received the hardware industry’s Retail Product of the Year award. Little Giant founder Hal Wing was recognized as the Utah Ernst and Young Entrepreneur of the Year®.

As Wing Enterprises looks to 2006 and beyond, a new infomercial is in production featuring hosts Richard Karn and Robin Hartl. One of the most exciting opportunities is the introduction of the Little Giant Ladder Systems® into mass retail distribution. Retail partners currently include Sears, Ace, True Value, Orgill, Do It Best, Linens ‘n Things, Bed Bath and Beyond and Shop at Home Television.

Harold R. Wing of Wing Enterprises Named Winner Of Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year(R) 2005 Award - 7/1/2005

Springville, UT, July 1, 2005 – Harold R. Wing, CEO, President and Founder, of Wing Enterprises was named a winner by professional services firm Ernst & Young LLP for the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2005 Awards in Salt Lake City in the consumer products category. Mr. Wing was selected from 23 finalists in Utah by an independent panel of judges comprised of local business, academic and community leaders and announced at an awards banquet on June 30th at the Salt Palace Convention Center.

From its modest beginning in the Wing family carport, Mr. Wing has stimulated and directed the growth of Wing Enterprises, Inc. into an international, multi-million dollar manufacturing and marketing corporation. Back in the 1970’s, he immediately recognized the potential of a German painter’s ladder prototype and brought it to the United States where he single-handedly sold over a half-million dollars of product the first year. Since that time, Mr. Wing, working with his sons Art and Doug, has patented seven improvements on Little Giant Ladder Systems and successfully marketed three special-purpose ladders, a scaffold system and introduced a number of profitable ladder accessories.

Mr. Wing will be eligible for consideration for the Entrepreneur Of The Year 2005 national program. Winners in several national categories, as well as the overall national Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year, will be announced at the annual awards gala in Palm Springs, Calif. on November 19, 2005.

LITTLE GIANT LADDER SYSTEMS TAKES FATHER’S DAY TO NEW HEIGHTS WITH 24 LADDERS IN ONE - 6/14/2005

SPRINGVILLE, Utah – June 14, 2005 – Wing Enterprises, the largest manufacturer of American-made ladders in the world, is taking Father’s Day gift giving a step beyond with Little Giant Ladder Systems®. Little Giant ladders combine the strength and safety of a heavy-duty industrial ladder with the versatility of 24 different ladder configurations, to produce the only ladder any father will ever need.

“It was my father, Harold Wing, who realized that this versatile ladder concept would benefit consumers worldwide, so it seems only practical that other fathers get the chance to experience the Little Giant,” said Arthur Wing, Executive Vice President of Wing Enterprises. “As children, my brother Doug and I helped our Dad to build and ship the ladders and quickly realized that this ladder would take the place of all other ordinary ladders.”

The Little Giant Ladder System is the most compact, lightweight and versatile solution for those hard-to-reach jobs on stairs, ramps, curbs, docks, or other uneven surfaces around any home or job site. This makes it the ideal choice for doing everyday chores and projects.

Safety is a major benefit of the Little Giant. The Little Giant has a type IA 300 pound rating, but has been tested to twelve hundred pounds.

Since 1972, Wing Enterprises has designed and developed the highest quality, American-made ladders that meet every government safety, manufacturing and lab standard in the world. The company now holds worldwide patents and trademarks on many innovations in ladder design and manufacturing, and its world-class R&D department continues to develop new products. In the coming year, Wing Enterprises will introduce a revolutionary new group of innovations to make the Little Giant ladder family even more versatile.

Little Giant is the official ladder for Discovery Channel's “Monster House” and DIY Network’s “DIY to the Rescue,” and is ranked No. 1 in the national 2005 Jordan Whitney report.

Little Giant ladders are available at fine retailers across the nation, including Ace, Sears, True Value, Do It Best, Kmart and Target. Especially for Father’s Day, Little Giant is running nationwide promotions at all Linens 'n Things and Bed Bath & Beyond stores.

The Little Giant Ladder Company Launches Another Success - 3/21/2005

SPRINGVILLE, UT, March 21, 2005 — Wing Enterprises, the maker of the celebrated Little Giant Ladder System®, announced today the launch of a new line of ladders for home and professional use. This innovative line of ladders, known as the Ultra Step™, has been designed specifically to provide a lightweight alternative for those who need a 5’ – 8’ A-frame, and a ladder that can handle staircases or go vertically against walls and corners. “Everyone knows of the versatility and quality of the main Little Giant® 1A line that is featured on television,” said Hal Wing, Wing founder and CEO. “Our experience has shown us, though, that there were people out there, such as painters, plumbers, electricians, industrial shops, and homemakers, that were looking for something lightweight, secure, compact, and versatile for strictly indoor use. Something that has Little Giant quality and stability, and also half the price.” The Little Giant® Ultra Step has a unique tripod-like design that gives the ladder Little Giant stability while delivering significant reduction in weight. Using the easy-to-use mechanisms well known to those who have ladders from Wing’s main lines, the ladder can adjust to fit staircases, sloping ground, and ramps. Additionally, with the tripod leg in the vertical position, users can get right up close to walls or corners, where with traditional A-frame ladders, the higher you go, the further you are from your work space.

As has been shown in numerous tests and comparisons, safety and quality have always been a priority at Little Giant. As such, the Ultra Step is rated up to 300 lbs, and meets or exceeds all applicable OSHA and ANSI standards. Additionally, Little Giant makes a fiberglass version of the Ultra Step for safe use for those who need to work with electrical components. “The Ultra Step has quickly become my ladder of choice. I like it”, said Brian Ekins, an electrician working in the Salt Lake area. “It is easy to pack around, and versatile enough to do pretty much anything I need to do – stairs, up against walls, multiple sizes. And the quality of construction and design is the best I’ve ever seen.”