06/01/2026
40 years and counting. 💚
In 1985, Ken Ensor set out to build a truck-mounted forklift that was lighter, faster, and more capable than anything else on the market.
Last Friday, we honored that vision alongside the team carrying it forward every day.
While the future of Donkey is proudly Mississippi-made, Ken's original vision will always be part of our story. The very first Donkey, built in Denver in 1985, now has a permanent home at our Plant 1 facility, displayed alongside a dedication plaque directly in front of the historic barn door where Hol-Mac began in the 1960s.
The forklifts we build roll out to jobsites across the country, but the heartbeat of the operation is right here in Bay Springs. From welding and assembly to quality control and support and everywhere in between, each Donkey reflects the craftsmanship, dedication, and pride of the people who build it.
A special thank you to Mayor Brown, Jay Harrison from WDAM, and our community neighbors who joined us for the celebration.
To our entire Donkey family: thank you. This milestone belongs to you, and we're proud to carry this legacy forward together.