bauma Industry Barometer

February 5, 2019

Messe Munchen International (MMI)

In 2018, Messe Munchen, organizers of bauma 2019, conducted a survey of industry professionals to gauge current and future trends within the construction and mining industries.

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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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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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.

Natural gas is one of several alternative propulsion technologies available from FPT Industrial. This eco-friendly fuel reduces pollutants to provide a significant improvement in air quality, while mitigating global warming with its reduced CO2 emissions.

FPT Industrial Produces 100,000th Natural Gas Engine

The 100,000th NG engine, an XCURSOR 13 NG model for the truck market, was produced at the brand’s state-of-the-art manufacturing plant in Bourbon-Lancy, France, home of its large engine manufacturing operations.

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Bonfiglioli to Deliver Gear Unit Solutions at MINExpo 2024

At the 2024 installment of the show, Bonfiglioli aims to demonstrate how its combined expertise in mobile and industrial applications empowers OEMs to build next-generation mining machines.

Thurnau originally joined the Red Dot team as a design engineer in 2007. Since then, he has led major initiatives to move and open new manufacturing facilities, implement computer management systems, and drive operational excellence.

Red Dot Names Todd Thurnau Director of Operations Support

Thurnau will oversee the efficiency, efficacy and safety of Red Dot facilities and lead Red Dot’s ongoing commitment to adopting LEAN practices and realizing operational synergies across across the company’s U.S. manufacturing facilities.

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Parker & Fraunhofer Re-Up Partnership for Advanced Fuel Cell Air Filter Technology

The pair aims to ensure that filters used in fuel cells can effectively remove harmful gases such as NOX, SOX, ammonia and volatile organic compounds, in turn enhancing the efficiency and lifespan of fuel cells.

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Continental to Showcase Mining Products, New Services at MINExpo 2024

The company's mining solutions include new Conti+ 2.0 technology, textile and steel cord conveyor belts, comprehensive conveying services, fluid and specialty hoses, suspension solutions, and power transmission belts.

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Epiroc Set to Show Electrified & Digitalized Mining at MINExpo 2024

Epiroc will highlight its latest innovations for more sustainable and smarter mining. A new large-capacity mine truck with electric driveline and a battery-electric surface drill rig will make their debut at the show.

The advanced testing facility’s controlled thermal environments and dynamometer road simulations can replicate a broad range of duty cycles, offering the ability to test vehicle performance under various extreme conditions.

Cummins to Test Powertrains at Allison’s Vehicle Electrification + Environmental Test Center

The facility supports a wide range of vehicle testing, including those powered by diesel, gasoline, natural gas, hydrogen and battery electric systems.

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Reed Named Prez, CEO of Freightliner Custom Chassis & Thomas Built Buses

Daimler Truck North America LLC (DTNA) has appointed T.J. Reed to the position of president and CEO of Freightliner Custom Chassis Corp (FCCC) and Thomas Built Buses (TBB), effective Sept. 9.

NEW PODCAST: Mine Myth Busting

With MAXAM Tire's Phil Domm, we uncover the top five misconceptions and myths when it comes to selecting and mounting mining tires, and and how the industry can learn from these mistakes.

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Navistar Adds Robert Oh to Executive Leadership

As chief digital and information officer (CDIO), Robert Oh will lead the enterprise digital and information technology (IT) department, accelerating innovation and growth through the execution of a transformational digital roadmap.

moveero has announced the appointment of Mike Smith to the position of chief operating officer (COO), with immediate effect.

moveero Appoints Mike Smith to Chief Operating Officer

Smith will report directly to moveero’s CEO, David Geraghty, taking responsibility for the company’s manufacturing, procurement, quality and operations teams across its global locations.

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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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.

The new platform builds on the Iris platform allowing customers to leverage generative AI and Large Language Models in an open environment.

Trackunit Releases IrisX Operating Data Platform for Off-Highway Construction

The new platform builds on the Iris platform allowing customers to leverage generative AI and Large Language Models in an open environment.

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.

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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.

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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.

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Waytek CEO Announces Retirement

Charlie Kanan, CEO and board chair, has notified the Board of Directors of his intention to retire from Waytek on Dec. 31, 2026.

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Cattron Introduces Tyro 2S Line of Remote Control Systems for Mobile Equipment

Tyro 2S systems are designed for demanding and highly specialized mobile equipment applications, and are suited for environments where robust, durable and reliable remote control is essential.

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.

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Hitachi Construction Machinery to Feature Interactive Experiences at MINExpo

At MINExpo, Hitachi Construction Machinery Americas will present its latest efforts to provide innovative and sustainable solutions that will put their customers in North and Latin America at the forefront of meeting global standards.

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Caterpillar’s Johnson Named Chair of MINExpo

The National Mining Association (NMA) announced that Denise C. Johnson, group president of Caterpillar Inc., will chair MINExpo INTERNATIONAL 2024.

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BOMAG Americas Promotes Christoph Thiesbrummel to VP of Sales & Marketing

Thiesbrummel will lead BOMAG Americas’ dealer channel sales, rental channel sales, sales administration, product management and marketing activities.