U.S. Defense Industry, New Orders

New Orders for defense capital goods. Measured in billions of dollars, NSA.

August 19, 2014

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U.S. Defense Capital Goods New Orders totaled $159.1 billion during the 12 months through May, up 2.2% from 1 year ago.
Slowing growth in New Orders is being driven by decline in the aircraft segment. However, the ships component of New Orders is rising at a double-digit pace, outpacing other segments of this industry. Growth in this segment will likely keep New Orders from declining during at least the near term.

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The Pros and Cons of Industry Consolidation

Continued consolidation in the heavy-duty vehicle industry has helped address many complex technological challenges while also enhancing the OEM and supplier relationship.

Yanmar has helped develop two prototype agricultural robots, one for grapevines and the other spinach.

Mobile Robot Use Cases Grow as Technology Advances

Robots are becoming more commonplace in the off-road equipment market as sensor, GPS and other automation-enabling technologies continue to improve.

The Conti e.MotionPro concept was developed for an electric truck from MAN.

The Impact of Autonomous and Electric Vehicles on Tire Designs

Unique requirements of autonomous and electric vehicles will bring about the need for new tire and wheel solutions.

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MAXAM MS453 Open Pit Mining Tire

Enhanced casing construction with advanced compounding technology on the MS453 tire ensures durability in mining operations.

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Manitowoc Begins Delivery of Grove GMK4060HC All-Terrain Cranes to U.S. Army

The Grove GMK4060HC are specially designed for military use and a variety of terrains.

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Mack Trucks to Begin Production of LR Electric in 2021

The LR Electric features Mack’s fully integrated electric powertrain with twin electric motors and four NMC lithium-ion batteries.

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AEM Applauds Problem Solvers Caucus COVID-19 Stimulus Framework

"The Problem Solvers Caucus COVID-19 stimulus framework is a pragmatic blueprint for how negotiators can get back to the table and bring immediate relief to American workers and families."

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Tractor and Combine Sales up Again in August 2020

AEM reports U.S. total farm tractor sales rose 12.8% in August, while Canada tractor sales increased 22%.

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Scania Launches Commercial Electric Truck Range

The range includes a fully electric and plug-in hybrid truck which can be customized for various urban transport needs.

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AEM Canada Ag Tractor and Combine Report

AEM has released its Canada Ag Tractor and Combine Report for August 2020.

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AEM U.S. Ag Tractor and Combine Report

AEM has released its Ag Tractor and Combine Report for August 2020.

The Freightliner eCascadia is undergoing field tests with customers in the U.S.

Daimler Electric Vehicles Log Over 7 Million Kilometers

Customers using battery-powered, locally carbon dioxide-neutral trucks and buses have logged several kilometers on public roads.

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Bendix to Live Stream Safety Technology Demonstrations

The event will provide a firsthand, live view of advanced safety systems in action for tractor-trailers and school buses.

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Volvo and Mack Form Partnership with Samsara for Connectivity Solutions

The truck manufacturers will work with Samsara to implement various IoT related solutions to help improve fleet efficiency and safety.

Komatsu PC35 excavators break ground at the new site of Komatsu Mining.

Komatsu Mining Breaks Ground for New Manufacturing Facility and Headquarters

Contractors building the new facility are using Komatsu’s new Smart Construction technologies to remotely optimize their processes.

Extension of the FAST Act would help support infrastructure investment, aiding the economy and equipment manufacturing industry.

AEM Urges Congressional Leaders to Pass Extension of the FAST Act

AEM and industry partners have sent a letter requesting a 1 year extension of the FAST Act to ensure infrastructure investment.

Systems like ZF's Evasive Maneuver Assist, developed with WABCO, can help prevent collisions by automatically steering the vehicle around hazardous areas and slowing it to a stop.

New Study Shows Effectiveness of Forward Collision Warning and AEB Systems

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety study found trucks equipped with forward collision warning had 22% fewer crashes and trucks with AEB had 12% fewer crashes.

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Volvo Updates and Expands Load Assist Across Wheel Loader Line

Volvo CE is updating its mid-size and large wheel loaders with machine and software features that improve productivity and performance for customers.

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CASE Dealer Supports Team Rubicon Fire Recovery in California

CASE dealer Sequoia Equipment provided equipment to support Team Rubicon’s heavy equipment operation in clearing sites and debris from a wildfire in California.

IC Bus Receives First Electric CE School Bus Order

The order for 18 electric school buses will be operated by 14 school districts in British Columbia.

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Freudenberg Developing Fuel Cells for Heavy-Duty Trucks

The company is collaborating with Quantron AG to develop and test the fuel cells starting in mid-2021.

Agricultural equipment of all types will be on display during EIMA 2021.

New Safety Precautions for EIMA International 2021

BolognaFiere and FederUnacoma have established a Technical Group of Safety Experts in preparation for the 2021 edition of EIMA.

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Proterra H Series Battery Packs for Commercial Vehicles

The H Series battery packs can support different vehicle voltages up to 1,200V DC and 6 MWh in size.

The new H4 Series includes several models, such as the pictured HMK 310 NLC.

New Hidromek Excavators Feature Redesigned Hydraulics for Improved Operation

Redesign of the hydraulics systems improves system pressure and overall machine performance of the new H4 Series excavators.

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AEM Survey Shows COVID-19 Taking Toll on Canadian Equipment Manufacturers

Nearly half of respondents said it will take a year or longer to return to pre-COVID business levels.

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John Deere Offering Grade Control-Ready L-Series Tractor Loaders

The machines are designed to support 2D or 3D grade control systems, automatically controlling the box blade's lift and tilt cylinders to boost productivity.

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Infrastructure Policy Becomes Focus of AEM's Equipped to Vote Campaign

"Investing in our nation’s infrastructure will not only keep our industry strong, but it will revitalize manufacturing communities across the country," says Kip Eideberg.