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Agriculture
AGCO Power Opens Clean Energy Laboratory in Finland
The Linnavuori plant in Nokia will support the development and testing of sustainable low- and zero-carbon battery and powertrain solutions for farm machinery.
Tires & Wheels
Nokian Tyres Releases Ground King Loader
Featuring an all-terrain grip for wheel loaders, Ground King Loader is designed to handle diverse terrains from soft mud to hard surfaces.
Sensors
Baumer Releases Ultrasonic Sensor UF401V for Mobile Machines
Specifically designed for harsh conditions, UF401V is engineered for maximum reliability even under wet, dusty, chemical and extreme temperature conditions and has been tested to the highest standards of the off-highway industry.
Electrification
Building an Electrified Future for Commercial Vehicles
A look at EVs in the logistics industry reveals long-term challenges: the capacity of today's charging infrastructure and electric grid and whether it can handle the electrification of MD and HD vehicles.
On-Highway
Westport & Volvo Group JV Agreement Moves Ahead
Led by Westport CEO Dan Sceli, the joint venture aims to accelerate the commercialization and global adoption of Westport's HPDI fuel system technology for long-haul and off-road applications.
40-Year Anniversary
Call for Comments: OEM Off-Highway's 40th Anniversary Explores Industry Progress
Mobile equipment design veterans and newcomers alike have the opportunity to share their insights on the evolution of off-highway product development in recent years.
40-Year Anniversary
Building an Off-Highway Information Resource
How OEM Off-Highway has evolved with the manufacturing changes of the 1980s and beyond.
Mining
Komatsu Launches Battery-Electric Drilling & Bolting Rigs
The ZB21 and ZJ21 are the smallest size-class drills and bolters to offer a BEV option and feature a modular battery driveline with 83kWh of onboard energy designed for demanding tram cycles and the challenges of hard rock mining.
Power Systems
Heliox Launches 60 kW Buy America-Compliant EV Charger
Specifically designed for the North American Market, the product features a single CCS-1 (SAE J1772) output, with plans to incorporate NACS (SAE J3400) and multi-output configurations.
Forestry & Lawn
BKT Introduces 2 New Agroforestry Tires
FORESTMAX (radial construction) and FORESTLAND (cross-ply construction) tires respond to the typical needs of rural areas that are characterized by a high degree of land diversity, such as in agroforestry.
Construction
Volvo CE Unveils 6 New Excavators
The initial launch includes multiple medium and large excavator models in North America — the ECR145 short swing, EC210, EC230, EC370, EC400 and EC500 crawler excavators.
Operator Interface
EAO Launches Multi-Functional Rotary Cursor Controller
The latest addition to EAO’s Series 09 in-Cabin product family, this controller facilitates easy operator adjustment of application interfaces, display and navigation settings and application parameters in heavy-duty vehicles.
Smart Systems
Hexagon Acquires Xwatch
Xwatch provides machine control hardware and software technologies designed to enhance safety protocols on construction sites, including height control, slew control and rated capacity indication for heavy machinery.
Engines
DEUTZ Names New CEO of Green Segment
Bert van Hasselt has been appointed as the Green segment’s first CEO and will be responsible for the targeted development of alternative drives. The decision follows the restructuring of the segment that was initiated last year.
Software
Volvo CE Takes Minority Stake in VizaLogix
Volvo CE has taken a 22% ownership stake in VizaLogix, a U.S.-based software-as-a-service (SaaS) company specializing in digital, brand-neutral solutions for machine monitoring, servicing and tech support.
GPS & Automation
Plus Announces PlusVision AI Perception Software for ADAS Applications
Plus has launched PlusVision, artificial intelligence (AI) perception software designed to be used in advanced safety systems, ADAS applications and higher levels of autonomy.
Electronics
TTI Announces Distribution Partnership in the Americas With JAE Electronics
The company is now an authorized distributor for JAE Electronics, recognized in the electronic component market as a leader in antennas, cable harnesses and connectors.
Trends
5 Tips for Staying on Top of Today's Technology
How to step up your strategy for tracking trends in off-highway equipment design and development.
Vehicle Body & Structure
SAF-HOLLAND to Build New Factory in Texas
The new Rowlett facility is the next phase of the SAF-HOLLAND manufacturing optimization and vertical integration strategy to increase capacity output that began with the opening of its Piedras Negras, Coahuila, Mexico plant in August 2023.
Electronics
Flux Power Appoints Mark Leposky to Board of Directors
The 30-year global supply chain executive at Fortune 500 consumer brands is positioned to advance the company’s new strategic growth initiatives.
Engineering & Manufacturing
Red Alert: Why Yanmar CE Dropped Its Yellow Livery
As part of the company's shift in market approach, execs explain the strategy behind the brand's 2020 departure from conventional yellow machine livery to today's Premium Red.
Engines
FPT Industrial Expands Range of Engines for Power Generation
The new 4-cylinder G-Drive R24 offers an effective solution for all emergency and prime power applications in the 20 to 40kVA range.
Power Systems
Atlas Copco Offers Portable Nitrogen Membrane Generators
The NM 500-25 and NM 1000-25 are designed for small-scale applications with a lower need for nitrogen, while the NM 2000-25 and NM 3000-25 meet the demands of large, intensive projects.
Power Systems
Lincoln Electric Launches Ranger Air 260MPX Multi-Function Engine Drive
Available later this year, the Ranger Air 260MPX -- an air compressor, generator, battery charger, battery jump assist and multi-process welder all in one -- is designed specifically for the work truck industry.