Photos from bauma China 2012

A sampling of the Shanghai, China-based biannual show bauma China 2012.

December 17, 2012

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Editor Michelle EauClaire gathered a handful of images while walking the 2012 bauma China show in Shanghai, China.

For more information on the news and announcements made during the show, read Frank Manfredi's notes from the show in his featured blog, "Notes from China."

Infrastructure funding is a silver lining for many in the construction equipment industry.

Heavy Equipment Markets are Down in 2020 and Hopes up for a Better 2021

Negative economic impacts from the COVID-19 pandemic have made 2020 a year to forget for most in the heavy equipment industries.

The majority of safety functions described by the new ANSI standard will require the use of a sensor to deliver the necessary values.

Sensors Play Critical Role in New ANSI Standard

Use of various sensor technologies will be necessary to meet the safety functions described by the new ANSI 92.20 standard.

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The Pros and Cons of Industry Consolidation

Continued consolidation in the heavy-duty vehicle industry has helped address many complex technological challenges while also enhancing the OEM and supplier relationship.

FPT Partnering on Research Project to Improve Fuel Consumption of Heavy Trucks

As part of the IMPERIUM project, FPT will work with industry partners to achieve a 20% fuel consumption improvement compared to a model-year 2014 vehicle.

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Global Construction Equipment Market to Grow 4% Through 2030

Despite the declines in sales due to the COVID-19 pandemic, demand is set to regain traction and expand over the next decade, says Fact.MR.

While the U.K. has a record number of industrial robots, they are behind other European countries.

Record Number of Robots in U.S. and U.K. Factories

The International Federation of Robotics have released a new report indicating use of industrial robots continues to increase in the United States and United Kingdom.

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Hyundai Heavy Industries Emerges as Top Contender to Acquire Stake in Doosan Infracore

The acquisition could see the merger of Hyundai Construction Equipment and Doosan Infracore into a global construction equipment powerhouse.

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Mack Defense Begins Production Vehicle Testing Phase with Armored M917A3

The trucks will undergo 40 weeks of rigorous durability testing at the U.S. Army’s Aberdeen Test Center.

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Garden Equipment Sales in Italy Recovered in Second Quarter 2020

FederUnacoma reports the gardening machinery and equipment market saw an increase of 13.5% in the second quarter.

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Small Off-Road Engine Market to Gain Prominence Through 2026

The small off-road engine market will be driven by government regulations for emissions reductions and continued improvements in fuel efficiency.

MAHLE Collaborating with Ballard Power Systems on Fuel Cells for Commercial Vehicles

The companies will develop and industrialize fuel cell systems for the European, North American, and Asian markets.

The UN ECE regulation WP.29 establishes uniform cybersecurity standards for vehicles.

Continental Study Finds Cybersecurity in Transportation Industry Still in its Infancy

As digitization and connectivity of heavy-duty vehicles continues, the need to protect against cyberattacks is increasing.

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PMA September 2020 Business Conditions Report Shows Improvement

PMA’s September report shows that 40% of metal forming companies predict an improvement in economic activity during the next 3 months.

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EIMA Digital Preview Records High Number of Registrations

FederUnacoma reports more than 1,000 businesspeople from all over the world have already registered for EIMA Digital Preview.

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Agricultural Equipment Market will Recover due to Continued Food Demand

FederUnacoma reports a slight recovery was seen in August of agricultural equipment sales, and the demand for food will eventually aid the market.

MTA’s power distribution unit with one fuse and a die cast battery terminal for Ashok Leyland buses.

MTA Collaborates with Ashok Leyland on Electronics Components for Trucks and Buses in India

The collaboration lead to the development of electrical products to be mounted near the battery in different combinations for the OEM's ICV Trucks, Electric Buses and City Buses.

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House Passes Clean Transportation and Climate Legislation

"We’re grateful to the House for stepping up and making this meaningful progress," said Matt Casale, U.S. PIRG’s Environment Campaigns Director.

The H208 crawler-type hydraulic excavator was produced in 1967.

Kobelco Celebrating 90 Years of Business in 2020

This year marks 90 years since the manufacturer created Japan’s first electric mining shovel in 1930.

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First Mack LR Electric Model Begins Service with NYC Department of Sanitation

DSNY’s Mack LR Electric demonstrator features two 167 kW motors, offering a combined 536 peak horsepower and 4,051 lb.-ft. of torque available from zero RPM.

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European Commercial Vehicle Registrations Down 18% in August

ACEA reports commercial vehicle registrations are down 28.2% for the first 8 months of 2020.

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Mack Trucks Begins Full Production of Mack MD Series

The medium-duty trucks are now in full production at Mack’s new Roanoke Valley Operations facility in Virginia.

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Engineering Firms Seeing Market Improvements, but Continued Uncertainty

A new ACEC Business Impact Survey shows more U.S. engineering firms are seeing improved finances since COVID, but uncertainty is growing for future markets.

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Epiroc Battery-Electric Mining Equipment Completes Field Trial Near Arctic Circle

A Boomer E2 Battery, Scooptram ST14 Battery and Minetruck MT42 Battery have completed field testing in Europe's largest gold mine located in Northern Finland.

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NFI Begins Piloting Volvo VNR Electric Heavy-Duty Trucks

NFI will demonstrate the ability for battery-electric trucks to transport freight under a variety of operating conditions.

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AEM Applauds Surface Transportation Extension

AEM President Dennis Slater says the industry is encouraged by the Continuing Resolution for FY2021 which includes a 1-year extension for transportation funding.

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Construction Equipment’s Perfect Storm: Commoditization & Tech Disruption

Construction equipment manufacturers who embrace and utilize new technologies and trends in the right way will benefit most in the future.

Trevor Milton, pictured at the unveiling of the Nikola Two at Nikola World 2019, has volunteered to step down as Executive Chairman.

Nikola Board of Directors Announces Leadership Transition

Trevor Milton has stepped down as Executive Chairman; Stephen Girsky has been appointed as the new Chairman of the Board.