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July 18, 2013

Top Products 2021

Top New Products of 2021

Winners of the 2021 Top New Products of the Year award offer a look at the top technologies engineering teams are looking for when designing new equipment.

Volvo CE's new digital hydraulic actuator enables the design of a new type of hydraulic system which overcomes some of the shortcomings found in traditional systems.

Improved Hydraulic System Design and Control Benefit Overall Machine Efficiency

New advancements in hydraulic components and systems are enabling heavy equipment to operate more efficiently.

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Industry Celebrates Passage of Historic Infrastructure Investment

After months of debate, Democrats hammered out an eleventh-hour deal to pass the historic $1.2 trillion bipartisan spending measure which was then signed into law by President Joe Biden.

New Holland Unveils Unique Straddle Tractor Concept For Narrow Vineyards At Sitevi 2021 600696

New Holland Unveils Straddle Tractor Concept for Narrow Vineyards

The Straddle Tractor Concept was designed specifically to meet the needs of narrow vineyards often found on slopes where typically hand picking is necessary.

A cutaway of a Stromag coupling and clutch combination which allows pneumatic actuation.

Combination Coupling/Clutch Assemblies Reduce Cost, Footprint and Weight

Stromag has developed the 2in1 coupling/clutch, a pre-engineered single-piece assembly to replace the need for expensive custom solutions.

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Volvo CE Tests Remote-Controlled High-Lift Wheel Loader Over 5G Network

The test will explore how to mature the technology and gather vital feedback from operators on the optimum placement of cameras for handling precision.

CNH's acquisition of Raven Industries will help it further expand precision agriculture technology development.

Update: CNH Industrial Completes Acquisition of Raven Industries

The acquisition will help expand the scale and capabilities of CNH's precision agriculture technologies.

The Volvo L25 Electric compact wheel loader works on a new trail at a federal wildlife refuge.

OEM Industry News Briefs: Volvo CE Electric Machines Aid Federal Nature Refuge Project

Volvo CE's ECR25 Electric compact excavator and L25 Electric compact wheel loader are creating a new trail at a nature refuge, DEUTZ has created a new Green business segment, and more news you may have missed.

Mecalac’s MRail-Series has a compact design to increase performance, balance and mobility while still offering lifting capacities over 360 degrees.

Mecalac Brings MRail-Series Railroad Excavator to North America

Mecalac’s rail excavator line is tailored to meet the requirements and track sizes of public and private railways, light rail and subway networks.

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Komatsu Introduces 931XC-3 8WD Harvester and 855-3 Forwarder

Both machines are engineered for the rugged terrain of forestry and logging work and can operate under difficult and demanding conditions.

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Kohler KSD Series Engines

The KSD Series engines offer a new design below 19 kW that complies with all global emissions standards and fuels while providing easy integration for OEMs.

Demand for agricultural and other heavy equipment remained strong in the third quarter of 2021.

Third Quarter 2021 Continues to Show Strong Market Demand

Manufacturers in the heavy equipment industry report positive third quarter results despite ongoing challenges with supply chains and material costs.

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Metalformers Continue to Experience Supply Shortages and Other Challenges

PMA's November Business Conditions Report shows member activity is strong but challenges with sourcing raw materials continue to plague many.

The CC 1485 crawler crane is fitted with a 360V drive powered by a lithium-ion battery.

DEUTZ and Maeda Unveil CC 1485 All-Electric Crawler Crane

The crawler crane is fitted with a 360V drive powered by a lithium-ion battery with an output of 40 kW.

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International MV Series Medium-Duty Truck Designed with Upfitting in Mind

Highlights of the new International MV Series medium-duty vehicle, including a completely redesigned front end, improved maintenance schedules plus numerous body builder advancements to make upfitting easier.

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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.

The motor/gearbox combination used by PURE ETCR featuring a four motor combination for increased power output.

Axial Flux Motor Design Provides Increased Torque and Reduced Package Size

Replacing the cylinder and tube architecture of traditional electric motors with that of a disc for the rotor and stators offers performance and packaging improvements.

Off-highway applications provide a solid use case for autonomy due to the controlled environments in which most machines are used.

New Danfoss Machine Controller Eases Autonomous Vehicle Development

Danfoss Power Solutions sees many benefits to the use of autonomy, and as such has developed a new machine controller to aid development of autonomous machines.

CARB is currently evaluating stricter emissions regulations for off-road equipment engines.

What will a Tier 5 Emissions Regulation Entail?

California has outlined the objectives, strategy and tactics to achieve the goals of a Tier 5 Diesel Off-Road Emission Standard.

Scania has introduced a new powertrain which includes a new engine platform as well as gearbox and axles.

OEM Industry News Briefs: Scania Launches New Powertrain and Engine Platform

Scania has unveiled a new engine platform for heavy trucks offering fuel savings of 8%, Caterpillar has formed a partnership for zero-emissions mining, DEUTZ produced its 10 millionth engine and more news you may have missed.

Sales of tractors and combines in both the U.S. and Canada were positive once again in October 2021.

Tractor and Combine Sales Positive Once Again in October 2021

AEM reports total U.S. farm tractor sales rose 4.8% in October while Canada also saw an increase in sales for both tractors and combines.

Liebherr Hydrogen Direct Injection System 300dpi

Liebherr Low-Pressure Direct Injection Hydrogen Injectors for Heavy-Duty Engines

The hydrogen injector’s flexible design supports a wide range of customer-specific requirements and modular installation.

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Sandvik Introduces Toro TH551i Truck with Stage V Engine

The new Stage V engine option enables the Toro TH551i to offer more power and speed compared to its Tier 4 Interim predecessor.

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Honda Tests Prototype Autonomous Work Vehicle at Construction Site with Black & Veatch

The second-generation prototype Honda Autonomous Work Vehicles successfully performed a range of functions at a large-scale solar energy construction site.

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European Commercial Vehicle Registrations Decline in September Due to Microchip Shortages

ACEA reports demand for new commercial vehicles in the European Union remained positive, up 19.1% during the first 9 months of the year.

A Komatsu 930E Electric drive mining truck.

Komatsu Europe Delivers Haul Trucks with Komatsu FrontRunner to Mining Customer

The FrontRunner Autonomous Haulage System will be deployed on 930E-5 ultraclass haul trucks at one of Europe's largest open pit copper mines.

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North American Class 8 Truck Orders Decline in October due to Supply Constraints

Class 8 orders declined in the range of 12% from September 2021 as supply chain challenges continue to plague OEMs.