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Market Analysis
2021 Economic Outlook Now Projects 6.1% GDP Growth, 13.3% Rise in Capital Investments
Q3 update forecasts annual U.S. GDP growth to reach 6.1% in 2021, with annual investment in construction and other equipment and software to grow 13.3%.
Smart Systems
CASE CE Introduces OEM-Fit 2D and 3D Machine Control for Excavators
Smart Systems
Doosan Crawler Excavators to Come Factory-Installed with Trimble Machine Control Technology
Smart Systems
Technology is Creating a Smarter Construction Industry
Batteries, Capacitors
Xerotech Partnering with Agder to Electrify Mining and Construction Equipment
Smart Systems
John Deere Launches SmartGrade Grade Control for Excavators
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Industry News
OEM Industry News Briefs: Tenneco Researching Synthetic Fuels to Reduce Engine Emissions
Tenneco is researching use of synthetic fuels to improve performance and emissions reduction of engines, Kenworth partners with engineering students to optimize truck designs, Cummins announces new hydrogen partnerships, and more news you may have missed.
Power Systems
Hydrogen is Here for the Long Haul
Continued development of hydrogen and fuel cell technology will aid decarbonization of heavy vehicles and equipment.
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Hannay Reels N700 Spring Rewind Reels
Hannay Reels N700 spring rewind reels feature a narrow frame and compact mounting base, making them ideal for limited-space work environments.
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Batteries, Capacitors
Northvolt Supplying Battery Systems for Pon Equipment Electric Excavators
Northvolt will provide Pon with its Voltpack Core lithium-ion battery systems which will be integrated into 12- and 25-tonne electric variants of the Z-line excavator.
Power Systems
SANY Introduces Hydrogen Fuel Cell Construction Vehicles
The company recently produced a dump truck and mixer truck powered by hydrogen fuel cells.
Construction
What Does the $1.9 Trillion COVID Relief Package Hold for Infrastructure?
The American Rescue Plan signed in to law by President Biden includes $10 billion in new funding for infrastructure projects.
Industry News
Keestrack Enters Agriculture Equipment Market by Acquiring Goldoni
The acquisition will enable Keestrack to enter a new market segment and further grow in the construction market.
Construction
European Construction Equipment Sales Declined 6.4% in 2020
CECE reports strong sales of compact equipment and increased demand in the fourth quarter helped prevent a further decline in 2020.
Market Analysis
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.
Sponsored
Hannay Reels N700 Spring Rewind Reels
Hannay Reels N700 spring rewind reels feature a narrow frame and compact mounting base, making them ideal for limited-space work environments.
Construction
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.
Electrification
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.
Construction
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.
Construction
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.
Electrification
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.
Automated Systems
SANY Demonstrates Fleet of Autonomous Rollers and Pavers
The machines showed the productivity and efficiency gains possible when using autonomous construction equipment.
Batteries, Capacitors
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.
Industry News
TOBROCO-GIANT Celebrates 25th Anniversary
The company aims to grow further in the coming years to produce 9,500 machines by 2025.
Electrification
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.
Construction
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.
Construction
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.
Sponsored
Hannay Reels N700 Spring Rewind Reels
Hannay Reels N700 spring rewind reels feature a narrow frame and compact mounting base, making them ideal for limited-space work environments.
Construction
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.
Construction
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.
Construction
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.
Electrification
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.
Construction
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.
Industry News
PRINOTH Sells First Units in the U.K.
PRINOTH and its distribution partner in the U.K have sold their first four tracked dumpers.
Construction
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.
Automated Systems
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.
Automated Systems
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.
Engines
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.
Construction
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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