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Industry News: Page 222

John Deere Announces Finalists of Second Annual “Small Machines. Big Impact.” Contest

John Deere Worldwide Construction & Forestry Div.

The public is invited to vote for its favorite project and help crown the winner of a new John Deere G-Series machine, allowing the recipient to make a sizeable impact in his/her community.

Small Machines Finalists[2]

Zero Emission Construction Sites Under Debate During EU Green Week

CECE - Committee for European Construction Equipment

CECE reports discussions were had on the feasibility of electric-powered construction equipment, and the challenges that remain to create true market solutions.

AEM Honors 29 Equipment Manufacturers with ‘Statistics Outstanding Merit’ Awards

Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM)

Winning companies received a cumulative performance rating of 90% or better.

Aem Statistics Merit Awards 1 Use

Volvo Ocean Race Signals Start for Electric Articulated Buses in Gothenburg

Volvo Group Global

When the Volvo Ocean Race reaches Gothenburg, Sweden, two concept all-electric articulated Volvo buses will carry visitors and then be tested as public transport as part of the ElectriCity project.

Volvo

Kenworth and UPS Collaborating on DOE SuperTruck II Program

Kenworth Truck Company

The project will utilize a Kenworth T680 tractor and PACCAR MX engine, and UPS will provide guidance on their drive and duty cycles to drive SuperTruck II performance.

EIMA 2018 to Include Digital Space Focused on Software and Advanced Electronic Systems for Agriculture

EIFS Industry Members Association (EIMA)

The new EIMA Digital space will highlight manufacturers of software and advanced electronic systems for the control of operations and precision agriculture, as well as technologies for agriculture 4.0.

AGCO Announces Strategic and Development Partnership with AgIntegrated

AGCO Corporation

The partnership will enable AGCO customers to connect more easily with their agronomy service providers, create seamless data connectivity, and digitize the farm.

NGVA Europe Comments on Proposed Carbon Dioxide Regulations for HDVs

Natural Gas Vehicles for America (NGVAmerica)

NGVA Europe says the proposed targets represent a challenge for the industry, and the role of renewable gas solutions should be taken into consideration for achieving the desired emissions reduction goal.

EU Commercial Vehicle Registrations up 9.6% in April

European Automobile Manufacturers Association (ACEA)

ACEA reports EU commercial vehicle registrations rose 9.6% in April, and 4.3% during the first 4 months of 2018.

Acea

How Many Drums?

Historical Construction Equipment Association (HCEA)

A few static rollers are still produced and used today, but their work has been mostly taken over by vibratory drum compactors.

Given the pronounced upward tilt of the frame to the front drum, this very rare Rumely Oil Pull three-wheel roller is probably a conversion of a traction engine. It was the featured machine at the Historical Construction Equipment Association’s 2017 International Convention and Old Equipment Exposition in Carthage, NC, and is owned by show host Ken Eder.

Energy Department Announces Funding to Foster Lab-Industry Partnerships

The United States Department of Energy (DOE)

The funding will facilitate strategic, long-term relationships between industry and DOE’s national laboratories that result in high-impact, collaborative, early-stage research and development.

FTR’s March Shippers Conditions Index Reflects Continuing Tough Environment for Shippers

FTR Transportation Intelligence

Conditions remain highly unfavorable with tight capacity and rising rates in both truckload and intermodal sectors.

Ftr March Shippers Conditions Index

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