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Caterpillar Invests in Low-Carbon Power, Permanent Magnets Still EV Top Choice
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January 9, 2023
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Autonomous Work Vehicle Trials Offer Development and Application Insights
February 1, 2022
World of Concrete provides an opportunity to see a range of technology and equipment for concrete and masonry construction.
News and Technology Highlights from World of Concrete 2022
January 24, 2022
A wide array of equipment for the construction and mining industries will be on display at bauma 2022.
Construction and Mining Industry Gearing up for bauma 2022
January 21, 2022
Various concept alternative energy machines from the various CNH Industrial brands were showcased at its capital market days held at the New York Stock exchange in 2019 where it announced the demerger with Iveco.
CNH Industrial and Iveco Begin Operations as Separate Businesses
January 14, 2022
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The Load All from JCB operating on hydrogen combustion in a quarry in England.
Hydrogen Technology from JCB to Debut at CONEXPO/CON-AGG 2023
This engine is the plan for JCB “off-road” to zero emissions.
January 19, 2023
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Self-Driving Trucks: A Great Opportunity for the Logistics Industry and a Challenge in Development and Validation
The development and certification of autonomous driving applications for trucks is a challenge for which new approaches and methods must be introduced.
January 10, 2023
Danfoss Power Solutions’ latest addition to its PLUS+1 Connect system is a remote service pass offering for its CS10 wireless gateway. Remote service passes enable machine technicians to remotely monitor machine behavior, debug and update firmware over the air, reducing machine downtime and eliminating technician travel costs.
Telematics and Connectivity for Component OEMs
This data and connectivity are no longer an option for OEMs but a requirement.
January 9, 2023
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Hyundai Construction Equipment Expanding Production Capacity 50%
The company is investing $170 million in its Ulsan factory to increase production capacity by 50% and simplify its manufacturing processes for increased efficiency.
January 13, 2022
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Volvo CE Testing Electric Construction Equipment at E-Worksite
E-Worksite is a long-running research project which explores the site requirements for electromobility across a variety of different applications.
January 4, 2022
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Industry Looking Forward to bauma 2022
Industry leaders still feel in-person events are a good way of doing business, and are encouraged by safety measures put in place for the upcoming edition of the world's largest construction industry event.
October 27, 2021
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Equipment Manufacturers Express Frustration with Lack of Progress on Infrastructure Bill
AEM's Kip Eideberg says pass of infrastructure bill could greatly benefit the 2.8 million men and women working in the equipment manufacturing industry.
October 4, 2021
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Construction Equipment Economic Outlook: Stability is on the Horizon
Demand for construction equipment is expected to remain positive in the coming year as the current boom transitions to more stable figures.
September 8, 2021
Telehandlers have seen the highest level of growth, doubling 2020 sales.
UK Construction Equipment Sales Remained Strong in July 2021
CEA reports retail sales of construction and earthmoving equipment were 31% above July 2020 figures.
August 26, 2021
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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%.
July 19, 2021
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CASE CE Introduces OEM-Fit 2D and 3D Machine Control for Excavators
The OEM-Fit offering, powered by Leica Geosystems, ensures a proper match between the excavator and machine control solution.
July 8, 2021
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Doosan Crawler Excavators to Come Factory-Installed with Trimble Machine Control Technology
Trimble Earthworks Grade Control Platform for Excavators will be an optional factory-installed machine control solution for the North American market.
June 18, 2021
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Technology is Creating a Smarter Construction Industry
Manufacturers discuss emerging technologies which are helping the construction industry work smarter to increase productivity.
May 25, 2021
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Xerotech Partnering with Agder to Electrify Mining and Construction Equipment
Xerotech will work together with Adgergruppen to integrate its modular battery technology into over 200 pieces of equipment.
May 7, 2021
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John Deere Launches SmartGrade Grade Control for Excavators
The John Deere 210G LC and 350G LC Excavators are now available with the factory-installed and calibrated SmartGrade technology with 2D and 3D grade control options.
April 7, 2021
Northvolt will supply its Voltpack Core lithium-ion battery systems for use in Pon Equipment's Z-line electric excavators.
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.
April 7, 2021
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SANY Introduces Hydrogen Fuel Cell Construction Vehicles
The company recently produced a dump truck and mixer truck powered by hydrogen fuel cells.
March 29, 2021
An increase in infrastructure projects would help lead to more equipment demand for manufacturers.
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.
March 15, 2021
A Goldoni tractor feeding the Keestrack K3 scalper.
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.
March 12, 2021
European construction equipment sales are expected to be up 5% in 2021.
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.
March 11, 2021
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.
March 10, 2021
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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%.
March 4, 2021
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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.
February 19, 2021
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.
February 9, 2021
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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.
February 5, 2021
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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.
February 1, 2021
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.
January 28, 2021
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SANY Demonstrates Fleet of Autonomous Rollers and Pavers
The machines showed the productivity and efficiency gains possible when using autonomous construction equipment.
January 27, 2021
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.
January 26, 2021
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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.
January 7, 2021
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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.
January 7, 2021
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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.
December 29, 2020
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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.
December 21, 2020