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CNH Industrial Invests in Electric, Autonomous Tractor Company
The partnership with Monarch Tractor will aid CNH's developments in electrification, automation and other advanced technologies for off-road equipment.
Automated Systems
Volvo Autonomous Solutions Partners with Foretellix to Test and Validate Autonomous Vehicles
Fluid Power
Technology News Tracker: Built-In Intelligence Enhances Hydraulic System Performance
Automated Systems
Volvo CE Opening New Test Area for Sustainable, Connected and Autonomous Solutions
Automated Systems
Toro Acquires Left Hand Robotics
Automated Systems
Auburn University Opens New Autonomous Vehicle Research Facility
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Industry News
OEM Industry News Briefs: CASE CE Delivers Electric Backhoe to Customers
This week Daimler and Volvo finalized and named their fuel cell joint venture, Cummins announced more promotions and CASE introduced factory-fit machine control for its dozers.
On-Highway
Power Systems Research Sees Strong Commercial Vehicle Demand Continuing
Freight rates, consumption and inventory restocking are expected to remain at high levels throughout 2021, leading to strong demand for commercial vehicles in North America.
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ITT Cannon’s CTC Connectors – Ultra Simple to Install and Maintain
Cost effective, high performance series that requires no special contact tools or wedge locks/seals to deliver a sealing rating up to IP69K.
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Automated Systems
Torc Robotics Selects Amazon Web Services as Cloud Provider for Self-Driving Truck Fleet
AWS will be capable of handling the scale and speed needed for data transfer, storage, and compute capacity for deploying autonomous test trucks.
Automated Systems
Yanmar Upgrades Autonomous Tractors
Yanmar has added a multi-frequency antenna to its autonomous tractor to improve its performance capabilities.
Industry News
OEM Industry News Briefs: Partnerships Aid Industry Advancement
New collaborations and partnerships in the heavy equipment industries look to increase technology developments.
Telematics
Telematics-Based Fleet Management to Improve Efficiency and Profitability
Telematics-based systems can provide more analysis capabilities, automated reports and equipment monitoring to optimize equipment fleet performance.
Automated Systems
FORT Robotics Sees Now as an Exciting Time for Automation in Off-Road Equipment
Automation technology is here, and being applied in a broad range of heavy equipment and applications.
Automated Systems
More Autonomous Vehicles Hit Public Roadways
Research and development for autonomous vehicles which operate on public roadways is expanding in the bus and heavy truck segment.
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Intelligent sensors for more powerful mobile machines
Take your collision awareness applications to the next level with the TiM series of LiDAR solutions from SICK that work well in any weather condition. Get reliable and accurate contour guidance and collision avoidance on mobile machines.
Automated Systems
Scania Testing Self-Driving Trucks on Swedish Motorway
Scania will work with TuSimple to test the use of Level 4 autonomous technology.
Smart Systems
PreCise MRM Acquires MarshallGIS
The acquisition blends PreCise MRM’s GPS-based fleet management with MarshallGIS’s expertise in enterprise integration with business systems.
Automated Systems
New Flyer Unveils Autonomous Transit Bus
The battery-electric Xcelsior AV is a Level 4 autonomous transit bus which is set to undergo testing in real transit operations with the Connecticut Department of Transportation.
Automated Systems
SANY Demonstrates Fleet of Autonomous Rollers and Pavers
The machines showed the productivity and efficiency gains possible when using autonomous construction equipment.
Telematics
Appareo Gateway 370 Telematics Control Unit
The Gateway 370 telematics control unit features an Iridium short burst data satellite transceiver for truly global communication capabilities.
Smart Systems
Komatsu Continues Expanding intelligent Machine Control Availability
Komatsu has added its iMC system to more of its construction equipment in an effort to aid machine operation and productivity.
Telematics
Geotab GO9+ Telematics Solution
Geotab's new GO9+ telematics solution includes Wi-Fi connectivity to enable real-time visibility of vehicles in a fleet.
Electronics
Heavy Equipment Industry Increases Presence at CES 2021
Advanced technologies like automation and artificial intelligence being utilized in the heavy equipment industries are taking center stage at this year's Consumer Electronics Show.
Smart Systems
RCT Earthtrack Information Monitoring Tool Aids Productivity at Australian Mine
The solution provides machine operators with real-time information about payload distribution and optimal load weights.
Smart Systems
Komatsu D51i-24 and D61i-24 Dozers Available with intelligent Machine Control 2.0
Komatsu's intelligent Machine Control technology helps automate tasks and increase overall productivity.
Automated Systems
Raven Industries Opens Pre-Order for Autonomous Grain Cart Solution
AutoCart lets farmers set various parameters and command the tractor pulling a grain cart to sync with the combine as it offloads on the go.
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ITT Cannon’s CTC Connectors – Ultra Simple to Install and Maintain
Cost effective, high performance series that requires no special contact tools or wedge locks/seals to deliver a sealing rating up to IP69K.
Trends
Honorees for CES 2021 Innovation Awards Announced
Several innovations from the heavy vehicle and equipment industries, including those for autonomous operation, have been honored with the annual technology award.
Electronics
ACEINNA OpenRTK330LI EVK Development Kit
The OpenRTK330LI EVK development kit is designed to aid developers who are creating 3D machine control and guidance systems, as well as navigation systems for autonomous vehicles.
Smart Systems
CES Honors John Deere for X Series Combines in Robotics Category
X Series combines feature artificial intelligence, computer vision, in-field M2M communication and integrated sensors for connectivity and self-driving capabilities.
Smart Systems
ABB Provides Electrification and Automation Solutions for Sustainable Underground Mining Project
ABB electrification and automation solutions have been employed in a mine of the future project, which aims to reduce emissions and increase productivity 50%.
Smart Systems
CNH Industrial Wins Brazilian Innovation Award
CNH Industrial received the award for its ConectarAGRO initiative which aims to contribute, consolidate and expand internet access for farmers in Brazil.
Smart Systems
Goodyear Partnering with SafeAI to Integrate More Intelligence into Autonomous Heavy Equipment
The companies will exchange site data to protect tire health, eliminate downtime and contribute to a smarter, safer standard for the construction industry.
Automated Systems
Autonomous Vehicle Development Still has a Long Way to Go
For autonomous vehicles to take off, President of Volvo Autonomous Systems Nils Jaeger says the technology needs to be mastered and trust earned from society.
Smart Systems
Mecalac Speed Control System Helps Simplify Excavator Operation
The new system allows operators to set a maximum travel speed from 20 available speed options.
Smart Systems
Caterpillar to Highlight Mining Technology Solutions at 2021 Consumer Electronics Show
During CES, Caterpillar looks to inform a new audience about the mining industry and the advanced technologies used to increase safety, efficiency and productivity.
Smart Systems
TTConnect Cloud Service Platform Certified for Agrirouter Integration
The TTConnect Cloud Service makes it easier to transmit data between machinery, implements and agricultural software tools from various OEMs.
Smart Systems
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions Uses Artificial Intelligence to Improve Maintenance
The company’s Cognitive Sealing technology analyzes sensor data around a seal to evaluate performance and plan maintenance.
