Royal Basket Trucks, Inc., a U.S. manufacturer of material handling solutions, announced that it has acquired the manufacturing and distribution assets of Leebaw Manufacturing Company in a news release.
The acquisition officially closed on May 1, 2026.
Going forward, the business will operate as Canfield Cart Manufacturing, LLC, under the leadership of Jeff Raymer and his team.
Founded in 1947 and based in Canfield, Ohio, Leebaw Manufacturing Company has built a strong reputation for reliability, craftsmanship, and customer service across the Retail, Medical, Laundry and Security Services industries. The acquisition strengthens Royal’s manufacturing portfolio while preserving the Leebaw quality and its long‑standing customer relationships built over nearly eight decades.
“Leebaw has built an impressive legacy through quality workmanship and customer focus,” said Tom Carney, CEO of Royal. The Leebaw brand has earned a great reputation for metal cart and hydraulic lift table solutions.
The acquisition reflects Royal Basket Trucks’ commitment to expanding its U.S.-based manufacturing capabilities and continuing to deliver durable, high‑quality material handling solutions across multiple industries.
