SIKO’s CEO Lutz Kettenhofen Talks Mobile Automation at iVT Expo

Live at iVT Expo, SIKO Products’ CEO Lutz Kettenhofen talked about the importance of mobile automation, the company’s new position-detection machine and what it takes to be an all-in-one supplier to the OEM industry.

August 22, 2024

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Live at iVT Expo, SIKO Products’ CEO Lutz Kettenhofen talked about the importance of mobile automation, the company’s new position-detection machine and what it takes to be an all-in-one supplier to the OEM industry.

NEW WEBINAR: What to Consider When it Comes to Aggregate Equipment Tire Maintenance

October 1, 2024

Equipment tires play a big role in the performance of your machines and ultimately impact the operation’s productivity. Join us to learn how to best form a tire maintenance plan for your quarry and aggregate equipment.

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August 2024 Equipment Market Outlook

Q3 2024 data, U.S. steel scrap prices and elevated interest rates suggest near-term downward pressure for construction machinery new orders, despite gains in recent months.

Crary FC Series Fans - High Pressure Air Flow & Efficient Vacuum Systems

Crary FC Series Fans - High Pressure Air Flow & Efficient Vacuum Systems

Improve air flow - Crary FC Series Fans are available in multiple sizes and versatile for many agricultural, industrial, and commercial applications.

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HAWE Highlights Sectional Valve Innovations at iVT Expo 2024

From the trade show floor at iVT Expo 2024, HAWE North America Business Development Manager Dan Fernandes talks us through the advantages and applications of the company's MICK valve.

iVT Expo 2024: Automation, Connectivity, Electromobility Power Through

Everything from actuators and transmission valves to pumps, cylinders and joysticks were on display at this year's iVT Expo, touting benefits that use less energy, are safer for employees and meet industry standards.

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Yanmar Acquires CLAAS India

The move, through its group company Yanmar Coromandel Agrisolutions, is expected to be completed in September 2024 and includes all shares of CLAAS India, manufacturer of agricultural machinery in India.

FieldOps, Technology Packages, Connectivity Included and New Holland Active Implement Guidance become part of New Holland’s technology offering.

New Holland Releases Precision Technology Products & Updates

FieldOps, Technology Packages, Connectivity Included and New Holland Active Implement Guidance become part of New Holland’s technology offering.

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August 2024 Equipment Market Outlook

Q3 2024 data, U.S. steel scrap prices and elevated interest rates suggest near-term downward pressure for construction machinery new orders, despite gains in recent months.

We have learned specific things from each industry that have helped us to improve our equipment for any environment it may be working in.

From the Mine to the Jobsite, Q&A with Stellar

Tim Worman, director of product management at Stellar shed some light on the ways the two industries overlap and the ways that mining and construction have taught Stellar to improve its equipment to be available for all kinds of environments.

SANY America the appointed David Nicoll as its new CEO, effective Aug. 8, 2024.

SANY America Names David Nicoll as CEO

The former Caterpillar VP has held global leadership positions in several businesses, including construction machines, industrial engines, marketing and dealer development.

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Steel Warehouse Opens Facility in Jefferson County, Tennessee

The strategic expansion is designed to bolster the company's commitment to the construction equipment, agriculture, lawn and garden, and truck and trailer industries.

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Mining Industry Gathers for MINExpo 2024

The primary draw of the 2024 MINExpo event is arguably the expansive show floor. On the construction side, this includes everything from heavy-duty excavators and loaders to sophisticated underground mining machines.

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Lesjӧfors Group Expands in Poland & India

The new production site in Marki, Poland, divides the custom-made tension and torsion spring manufacturing specialisms across two dedicated sites and enables the production and assembly of increased spring volumes, in line with customer demand.

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John Deere Introduces E-Drive 744 & 824 X-Tier Wheel Loaders

Both new models feature the John Deere Electric Variable Transmission (EVT) E-Drive system and a quieter cab environment attributed to the constant engine speed.

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Players Outperform Expectations in a Challenging Year

Capital goods data reveals how construction equipment OEMs fared in 2023 and the implications of these results moving forward.

Crary FC Series Fans - High Pressure Air Flow & Efficient Vacuum Systems

Crary FC Series Fans - High Pressure Air Flow & Efficient Vacuum Systems

Improve air flow - Crary FC Series Fans are available in multiple sizes and versatile for many agricultural, industrial, and commercial applications.

Hello, OSHA? Stroud demonstrated the superior balance of its graders by gathering 1,600 pounds worth of employees on the carrier. In operation, it would never have to bear that much weight. The grader also shows Stroud’s placement of the engine, opposite the carrier. (Stroud Road Machinery Company Bulletin 338, HCEA Archives)

Balance & Draft for Elevating Graders

Studying the factors affecting Stroud's design, including weight capacity, frame flexibility and conveyor efficiency.

Stroud called its traction drive system for elevating graders Ground Drive. Cleats on the left rear wheel keep turning to power the conveyor. (Stroud Road Machinery Company Bulletin 319, HCEA Archives)

Powering an Elevating Grader

Explore the power prospects, sales strategies and expenses surrounding Stroud Road Machinery Company's 1930s grader offerings.

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July 2024 Equipment Market Outlook

Data shows U.S. Construction Machinery New Orders in April 2024 were 9.8% above the year-ago level. However, prior decline in residential construction and upcoming decline in nonresidential construction signal downside pressure on related new orders.

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CNH Expands Capabilities at India Technology Center

The India Technology Center features a first-of-its-kind Multi-Vehicle Simulator (MVS), designed to help reduce waste and improve quality by testing and evaluating the company's products in the virtual world.

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OEM Off-Highway Releases 2024 Product Showcase

This year's installment features 100 of the latest components and design tools now available to engineers and product development teams in the on- and off-highway mobile equipment industry.

CLAAS has unveiled its LEXION 8900 TERRA TRAC

CLAAS Releases LEXION 8900 TERRA TRAC in North America

The LEXION 8900 model offers the most available horsepower in the company's largest combine range, delivering 779 max horsepower (SAE) from a 16.2L MAN engine with DYNAMIC POWER — an increase of 89 hp over the LEXION 8800 model.

The 12MTX combines the capabilities of a compact excavator, loader and telehandler into a single machine for digging, loading and material handling.

Mecalac Introduces 12MTX Wheeled Excavator Loader

The 12MTX combines the capabilities of a compact excavator, loader and telehandler into a single machine for digging, loading and material handling.Mecalac has introduced the 12MTX wheeled excavator loader to the North American market. The 12MTX combines

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Top New Products 2024: Nominations Now Closed

Are you a contender? We're highlighting the industry's latest and most innovative product introductions in the mobile on- and off-road equipment manufacturing space.

ZF’s cubiX enables efficient, precise and safe, ‘ready-to-automate' vehicle motion control for commercial vehicles and special vehicles.

ZF Expands cubiX Vehicle Motion Control Portfolio to Commercial Vehicles

ZF’s cubiX portfolio, originally developed and in series production for the passenger car sector, is now available for commercial vehicles to create one offering for advanced vehicle motion control.

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Improving Grease Performance Amid Thickener Supply Squeeze

Market forces are spurring industrial grease makers to begin moving away from lithium as its traditional thickener of choice. But doing so requires reliable, cost-effective and high-performance alternatives — off-highway applications depend on it.

Accelera by Cummins Awarded $75M DOE Grant for Zero-Emissions Manufacturing

The largest federal grant ever awarded solely to Cummins is part of the appropriations related to the Inflation Reduction Act, and is aimed at converting existing manufacturing space for zero-emissions components and electric powertrain systems.