Spring Walk: Embarking On A Journey Of Vitality And Unity
April 20 turned out to be a perfect day for TEVIS—over 130 employees showed up at Jinan Wetland Park, grinning and chatting as they got ready for the “Walking in Spring, Walking Without Stopping”event. The air hummed with laughter, and you could feel that tight-knit vibe right away. This wasn’t just a break from sitting at desks or staring at screens; it was a chance to step back, breathe in some nature, and really feel the teamwork that makes TEVIS tick—a company built on grit and new ideas.
The morning sun had softened into a warm glow, turning the wetland’s trees a soft green, and you could smell spring flowers everywhere—sweet and fresh. Employees, all in matching company shirts, huddled by the starting line, their energy bouncing off each other. Before they took off, the company leaders stepped up to say a few words, and it wasn’t some long, stuffy talk—just genuine and motivating. “Today, we’re not just walking for exercise,” they said. “We’re walking to remember that TEVIS is strong because we’re strong—all 500 of us, working together. As Shandong’s first forklift maker, we’ve earned our name with a big manufacturing site that handles whatever customers need, and a team that cares about getting things right. This walk? It’s for you—for the people who make our industry lead and our quality stand out.” Everyone nodded; it hit home—TEVIS doesn’t succeed by accident. It’s the people, looking out for each other, whether they’re on the factory floor or a park trail.
Then someone yelled, “Let’s go!” and the 5-kilometer walk was on. The path looped around the park’s lake, and employees split into small groups—some walked side by side, catching up on weekend plans or work projects; others stopped to snap photos of cherry blossoms or ducks on the water. Every so often, there was a check-in spot where you could scan a code and grab a stamp, and people joked about who’d collect the most. One guy even said, “You know, this park’s nice, but our TEVIS campus? Way bigger—over 53,333 square meters, like 8 football fields! And it’s not just space—we’ve got those top-notch skid steer loader lines there. From parts to putting the whole machine together, we track every step. That’s how we keep quality up and get stuff out on time.” It wasn’t bragging—just pride in where they worked.
For a lot of folks, who spend most days buried in R&D, building machines, or helping customers, this walk was exactly what they needed. Stretching their legs, feeling the wind, they could feel the stress of deadlines fade. One engineer said, “It’s nice to step back and remember—what we do matters. We’re not just making loaders; we’re helping build things.” And you could see the team spirit, too—younger employees helped older ones over a rocky part of the trail, and everyone cheered when someone fell behind a little. That’s the TEVIS way, right? Supporting each other. It’s why the company doesn’t just make skid steer loaders—they’ve got all-terrain wheel loaders, telescopic handlers, backhoe loaders, custom parts, even remanufactured gear. They sell to people in construction, mining, ports—all over the world. Because they know different jobs need different tools.
As they walked, the talk turned to electric loaders—TEVIS’ big new thing. One sales rep said, “You hear about the numbers? 2024, electric loaders were over 10.5% of the market, and next year? They say 20%! That’s huge.” Another added, “Batteries are getting better—more power, less cost. So they’re cheaper to run now. And no noise, no fumes—perfect for small spaces or places that need to be clean.” It made sense—TEVIS doesn’t just follow what everyone else is doing. They lead. Going green isn’t a trend for them; it’s the future. And with their supply chain—batteries, motors, all that—they make sure those electric loaders work reliably. Just like the team today—steady, consistent.
After about an hour, the first people crossed the finish line, grinning as they grabbed a souvenir—little TEVIS-branded water bottles and hats. Soon, everyone was there, high-fiving and talking about the walk. It wasn’t about winning; it was about finishing together. One employee said, “I feel closer to everyone now. We don’t just work together—we walked together.” That’s what the day was really about: making the team tighter.
When it was time to head back, people were tired, but happy. One manager said, “Today, we walked as a team. Tomorrow, we’ll keep moving forward as a team.”
That’s TEVIS—always pushing, always innovating, always putting people first. Whether it’s building a reliable skid steer loader, making electric machines better, or just taking a walk in the park together, they’re all about making construction simpler. And as the sun started to set, you could tell—this team’s ready for whatever comes next. Step by step, just like the walk.
