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EAO Technical Article – Functional Safety in heavy duty and special vehicles
How does a safety strategy ensure reliability in components and applications?
Automated Systems
Excavator Automation Reaches Next Level
Market Analysis
IDTechEx Estimates On-Road Fuel Cell Vehicles Will Grow to $160 Billion in 2042
Agriculture
Winners Announced for Tractor of the Year 2022
Automated Systems
Volvo Active Control Now Integrated with Topcon 3D-MC
Agriculture
EIMA 2021 Showcasing Latest Agricultural Technology Amid Market Growth
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Engines
California Signs Law Banning Sale of New Gas-Powered Small Engines by 2024
Sale of mowers and other equipment powered by small off-road engines will be regulated by 2024 in an effort to reduce emissions.
Trends
From the Editor's Desk: OEM is on the Road Again
The OEM Off-Highway team is back out on the road for conferences and trade shows in the heavy equipment industry.
Trends
State of the Industry 2021
Electrification and automation remain key innovation areas for the heavy equipment industry while supply chain disruptions have brought about new challenges.
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EAO Technical Article – Functional Safety in heavy duty and special vehicles
How does a safety strategy ensure reliability in components and applications?
Automated Systems
Excavator Automation Reaches Next Level
Excavator automation technology reduces demands on operators and simplifies their ability to achieve desired results.
Market Analysis
IDTechEx Estimates On-Road Fuel Cell Vehicles Will Grow to $160 Billion in 2042
The value proposition for fuel cell trucks and buses is stronger compared to cars, and IDTechEx does not expect fuel cell cars to be a commercial success comparative to battery-electric ones.
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Full-Power Full-Time: Variable Speed Engine Innovation
Agriculture
Winners Announced for Tractor of the Year 2022
The annual award honoring agricultural equipment innovation was presented to John Deere, New Holland Agriculture and Reform.
Automated Systems
Volvo Active Control Now Integrated with Topcon 3D-MC
Volvo CE's Active Control can now be used with Topcon 3D-MC software to deliver excavation accuracy in a fraction of the normal time and automating the digging process.
Featured Videos
Trends
Technology Advancements are Enabling More Efficient Electrified Solutions
Nick Block of John Deere Power Systems says improved control solutions are helping to improve the efficiency of electric powered equipment.
Software
New dSPACE Simulation Tool Speeds Up Autonomous Vehicle Development
Smart Systems
Machine Control and Automation are Improving Machine Operator Capabilities
Trends
Technology Can Help Overcome Workforce Challenges
Trends
AI Provides Great Opportunity for Off-Highway Equipment Industry
Electrification
Deere Unveils Its First Electric Backhoe
Agriculture
EIMA 2021 Showcasing Latest Agricultural Technology Amid Market Growth
The biennial agricultural event is taking place as recent data shows 83% of manufacturers recorded increases during the first 6 months of the year.
Engines
Diesel Engine Manufacturing Remains Positive Alongside Heavy Equipment Demand
The Diesel Technology Forum reports strong demand for heavy-duty on- and off-highway vehicles has lead to positive growth for diesel engines.
Smart Systems
Agritechnica's Systems & Components to Feature Electrohydraulic and Smart Driver Assist Systems
The trends at SYSTEMS & COMPONENTS 2022 include not only the automation of mobile machinery, but also the steadily growing number of intelligent assistance systems.
Suspension
Link ROI Auxiliary Suspension Systems
The ROI Auxiliary Suspension Systems are able to sense when the vehicle’s load has changed and automatically deploys or retracts the auxiliary suspension system as needed.
Engines
Briggs & Stratton Vanguard 400 Propane Engine Earns EPA Certification
When converted to propane, the Vanguard 400 engine with a catalyst muffler provides a significant reduction in carbon emissions.
Industry News
OEM Industry News Briefs: Tesla Semi Now Slated for 2023 Launch
Tesla has announced production for its electric semi truck is now scheduled to begin in 2023, Epiroc has received large orders for mining equipment with advanced technology features, and more news you may have missed.
Agriculture
AUGA group Presents First Hybrid Biomethane and Electric Tractor
The AUGA M1 offers quick and convenient gas cartridge replacement, helping to ease the use and refueling of biomethane.
Industry News
New FAT TRUCK 2.8P Designed for Utility Industry
The pickup model of the FAT TRUCK is capable of traveling to speeds up to 25 mph, traveling on the water at 3 mph and climbing steep muddy hills up to 75% of grade.
Engines
FPT Showcases Energy Transition Roadmap at EIMA 2021
The company is highlighting a range of engines which demonstrate the ease of transitioning to fuel alternatives such as methane and natural gas.
Automated Systems
Drone Technology Offering High-Precision Data Aids Autonomous Vehicle Operation
Skycatch has developed technology capable of providing repeatable, high-precision data which can help OEMs enable autonomous operation.
Manufacturing
Work Truck Shortages Likely to Linger
Supply chain challenges continue to restrict truck availability, and are expected to continue well into 2022 which will impact work truck availability.
Power Systems
DEUTZ Collaborating with Blue World Technologies on Fuel Cells
DEUTZ has taken a 10% stake in Blue World Technologies, and will collaborate with the company on fuel cell gensets as well as future potential mobile applications.
Automated Systems
Yanmar Debuts Autonomous Vineyard Robot
YV01 is an autonomous spraying robot which can help vineyards improve the productivity of their operations.
Agriculture
North American Tractor and Combine Sales Growth Continues to Outpace 2020
AEM reports tractor sales grew 2.5% in September 2021 while combine sales were up 34.6%; Canadian tractor sales rose 7.2% during the month.
Emissions
Liebherr Taking Part in Renewable Fuels Mobility Research Project
Liebherr has contributed its core competence in the field of fuel injection equipment and tested synthetic fuels in heavy-duty and large engines in dual-fuel combustion processes.
Switches
EAO Series 82 Pushbutton Switches
EAO's pushbutton switches are designed for heavy-duty and special vehicles, road, and other transport control panels.
Electronics
Septentrio mowi Open-Source Wireless GPS/GNSS Hardware
The mowi board can be used on its own or plugged into a mobile computer such as Raspberry Pi or Arduino to deliver high-accuracy positioning.
Connectors
TE Connectivity IPT-HD Power Bolt Connectors
The high voltage connectors feature a low contact resistance design that allows the connector to withstand excessively high engine-level vibrations.
Lighting
Redtronic Infinity US6 Ultra Slim Directional LED Light
The Infinity US6 ultra slim directional LED’s compact size suits use for vehicle grilles and window applications.
Electrification
Volvo Construction Equipment Announces Results of Electric Machine Pilot Project in North America
The pilot project confirms Volvo electric construction equipment matches performance the performance of diesel machines while providing benefits such as reduced emissions and noise.
Manufacturing
Metalforming Companies Face Challenges with Supply and Worker Shortages
PMA’s September report shows that only 26% of metalforming companies forecast an increase in economic activity in the next 3 months as challenges continue with raw materials and worker shortages.
Automated Systems
Goodyear and Gatik Collaborate to Advance Safety and Efficiency for Autonomous Middle Mile Logistics
Gatik’s medium-duty fleet will use tires equipped with tire intelligence technology powered by Goodyear SightLine to help improve safety and reduce wear.
Engines
California Signs Law Banning Sale of New Gas-Powered Small Engines by 2024
Sale of mowers and other equipment powered by small off-road engines will be regulated by 2024 in an effort to reduce emissions.
Market Analysis
Slower Growth Trends Likely in Coming Months
While heavy equipment demand is expected to remain positive, slower growth trends are anticipated in the coming months.
