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Libertine Uses Software Control to Optimize Engine Combustion

Replacing crankshafts with software control optimizes combustion events for cleaner, more efficient engines.

CANbus systems can communicate with battery chargers to improve charging efficiency and battery life.

CANbus Will Play Critical Role in Electric and Autonomous Vehicles

The advanced communication capabilities of CANbus systems will help to increase the intelligence of electric and autonomous vehicles.

Power Systems Research forecasts a 13% rebound for the North American mining equipment market in 2021.

Better Times Ahead for North American Mining Equipment Market

Mining equipment production is forecast to rebound in 2021, and grow 3.8% through 2026.

Recovery in the global construction industry will improved sales of mobile cranes.

Construction Sector Recovery will aid Mobile Crane Market Growth

Sales of mobile cranes will be dependent upon recovery of the global construction market which is looking positive in the long term.

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German Construction Equipment Sales Decline 7% in 2020

VDMA reports compact equipment sales declined only 3% while large equipment sales were down 18%.

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CECE Re-Establishes Trade Policy Commission

The impact of global trade disputes on the construction equipment industry has renewed interest in trade policy for CECE members.

Sara Iselin Nysveen Bakke and Kai Baugerød of Baugerød Anlegg plan to use the ECR25 Electric compact excavator for cable and pipeline construction in Oslo City.

Volvo CE Delivers First Electric Construction Equipment to Customers in Norway

The Volvo ECR25 Electric will be used for cable and pipeline construction in Oslo City, while the Volvo L25 Electric will be put to use for a job for the Norwegian Public Roads Administration.

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Asia Pacific Construction Equipment Market to Grow 4.5%

Graphical Research reports the market will grow due to increased investment in various infrastructure and utility projects in the region.

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UK Construction Equipment Sales Increased 1% in Q4 2020

CEA reports construction equipment sales began to recover at the end of 2020 as construction activity increased.

Volvo's first electric compact equipment, the ECR25 and L25.

Volvo Group Creates Business Area to Accelerate Electrification, Extend Battery Life Cycle

Newly created Volvo Energy business area will strengthen the company’s battery and charging infrastructure offerings, as well as provide solutions to give used batteries a second life.

SANY Demonstrates Fleet of Autonomous Rollers and Pavers

The machines showed the productivity and efficiency gains possible when using autonomous construction equipment.

Concept image of the Komatsu electric excavator to be powered by Proterra batteries.

Proterra Collaborating with Komatsu on Electric Excavator

Proterra will provide its battery technology for use in a proof-of-concept battery-electric hydraulic excavator Komatsu plans to bring to market by 2023.

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TOBROCO-GIANT Celebrates 25th Anniversary

The company aims to grow further in the coming years to produce 9,500 machines by 2025.

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John Deere Joint Tests Electric Backhoe Concept with National Grid

The design is intended to provide substantially lower daily operating costs, lower jobsite noise, enhanced machine reliability, and zero emissions.

UK Construction Equipment Sales Continued to Stabilize in November

CEA reports Sales of construction and earthmoving equipment in November were 4% below the same month in 2019.

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Vermeer Acquires Normag Electric Horizontal Directional Drill and Fluid Management Technology

The acquisition gives Vermeer the rights to develop, manufacture and distribute fully electric HDDs, generator sets and fluid management systems currently operating under the Normag brand.

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New Volvo CE Electro-Hydraulic Solution Improves Fuel Efficiency in Construction Equipment

Volvo CE and Norrhydro are developing a digital hydraulic actuator that increases productivity while reducing fuel use and emissions.

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UK Construction Output Growth will Contract by 15.1%

GlobalData reports renewed lockdown measures coupled with the Brexit uncertainty will constrain growth going into the end of the year.

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Grove GMK5250L Provides Precise Lifts at Peruvian Mine

The GMK5250L helped operators overcome the challenge of moving 1.3 USt roof segments over massive oil tanks thanks to the crane’s 50-degree jib offset.

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Hyundai Heavy Industries Selected to Acquire Stake in Doosan Infracore

Months after announcing plans to sell a controlling stake in its operations, Doosan Infracore has selected Hyundai Heavy Industries as the preferred bidder.

The EC55 (left) and EC230 Electric customer pilot machines.

Volvo CE Presents New Electric Machine Prototypes at bauma CHINA

The company exhibited its new 5.5-t EC55 Electric and the 22-t EC230 Electric excavators which are about to undergo customer trials in China.

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UK Construction Equipment Exports Rise in Third Quarter 2020

CEA reports construction equipment exports increased 64% on a monetary basis; however, imports were down 41% compared to 2019.

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PRINOTH Sells First Units in the U.K.

PRINOTH and its distribution partner in the U.K have sold their first four tracked dumpers.

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bauma CONEXPO INDIA Postponed to April 2021

"Rescheduling the exhibition will enable us to provide a safer environment for our exhibitors, stakeholders, and visitors as their safety is our topmost priority," said show CEO Bhupinder Singh.

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Volvo CE Updates Dig Assist to Improve Grade Planning for Machine Operators

New features include a customizable interface for In-Field Design which makes it easier to draw shapes for building foundations and custom trenches.

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John Deere Adds New Automation Features to GP-Series Motor Graders

The GP-Series motor graders include automation technology such as Machine Damage Avoidance, Blade Stow and Auto-Gain for Cross Slope.

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MTS Upgrades Construction-Grade Tractors with Caterpillar Engines

MTS chose to integrate the Cat C18 engine which features a flexible aftertreatment solution allowing a redesign of the tractor cab and improved visibility.

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Terex TrucksTA400 Articulated Hauler Proves Itself in Tough Operating Conditions

The TA400 is the largest articulated hauler available from Terex Trucks, and features a maximum payload of 38 tonnes.

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UK Construction Equipment Sales Down 17% in Third Quarter 2020

CEA reports equipment sales in September were stronger and only down 7% compared to 2019.

CEA Says Industry Concern Remains Over Current Brexit Negotiations

"With the diminishing prospect of the free trade agreement, we were promised then the rationale for investing in UK manufacturing comes under pressure," says CEA Chief Executive Rob Oliver.

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CASE Supports Team Rubicon in Hurricane Laura and Hurricane Delta Cleanup Operations

Provided equipment includes skid steers and compact track loaders outfitted with grapple buckets to perform route clearance and debris removal.

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Industry Collaboration Aims to Improve Digitization of Construction Machinery

The MiC 4.0 working group in Europe is bringing together OEMs, operators and other industry members to create a uniform digital language for construction equipment.

INTERMAT is the place to see a wide range of new equipment for the construction industry.

INTERMAT 2021 to Include Dedicated New Technologies Hub

The market for new technology in the construction industry continues to grown, predicating the decision to dedicate an area of the exhibition to the solutions.