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Industry on the Rise: Off-the-Road Tire Industry Report

Yokohama Tire Corp.

Yokohama Tire’s senior director of OTR sales, Bruce Besancon, discusses the latest tire industry trends, challenges and opportunities.

Find and Use the Right Data

Case Construction Equipment

The evolution of data acquisition and usage is ongoing, and continuing to determine the important information that is actionable and meaningful.

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John Deere Adds Power-Angle-Tilt Blade to 950K Crawler Dozer

John Deere Worldwide Construction & Forestry Div.

John Deere's PAT blade enhances job site productivity and versatility by executing several tasks that might otherwise require multiple machines.

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Operator Interface

Developing a More Comfortable and Effective Operator Environment

Taking cues from the automotive industry, HMI component manufacturers are focusing their efforts on ergonomic and intuitive products to help OEMs create a more comfortable operator experience.

A rendering of the cab Continental displayed at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2017 which included some of its latest technologies, such as digital mirrors, to demonstrate the trends it sees entering the heavy-duty equipment industry.

Proximity Detection & Safety Systems

A More Accurate Picture of Vehicle Surroundings

With their ability to measure both speed and distance, radar and lidar enable better object detection capabilities to improve vehicle safety, and eventually pave the way for autonomous operation.

PRECO's Side Defender system is capable of monitoring for objects within a vehicle's blindspot, sending both visual and audio alerts to the driver if one is detected.

PRINOTH Announces New Dealer in Ohio

PRINOTH's new dealer in Ohio will help meet the increased demand for crawler carriers in the region as confidence in the construction industry continues to grow.

Volvo Excavators Aiding Improvements to Pennsylvania Waste-to-Energy Facility

Volvo Construction Equipment

A waste-to-energy facility in Pennsylvania is using Volvo excavators to lay the foundation for enhanced site safety and efficiency, as well as establishing the infrastructure needed to manage increased waste capacity in the future.

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John Deere Adds Two Models and Offers Additional Updates to G-Series Motor Grader Lineup

John Deere Worldwide Construction & Forestry Div.

John Deere has introduced the 620G/GP and 622G/GP motor graders, designed for applications requiring lighter, more fuel-efficient machines.

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Market Analysis

Agricultural and Construction Industries to see Modest Recovery in 2017

Power Systems Research

Power Systems Research reports that the global agricultural market will see a 2% gain in 2017 while the construction industry will increase 3.4%.

Manitowoc Reports First Quarter 2017 Results

The Manitowoc Company, Inc.

Manitowoc President Barry L. Pennypacker says the company is encouraged by increased orders booked during the first quarter.

Variety is Key for Operational Efficiency

As there is no ‘one size fits all’ solution when it comes to tires, manufacturers are continually looking to expand their product offerings and mix of design features to meet the diverse needs of the construction industry.

The Vortech rubber track system improves driver efficiency and workability in compact tracked loader applications through an optimized internal structure and tread pattern to lower the bending resistance.

Market Analysis

Signs of a Positive 2017?

First quarter financial reports are out, indicating the year is off to a good start and 2017 may be a stronger economic year.

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