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Robots Join the Fight Against COVID-19

As the coronavirus spreads, robots are becoming vital helpers to keep humans safe.

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New Cat 725 Articulated Truck Features 20% Larger Cab

Caterpillar Inc.

The cab includes infrared blocking glass to reduce solar heating inside while several automated features help improve productivity.

Cat725 Articulated Truckon Dirt Road

Pettibone Introduces 10,000-lb. Capacity Telehandler

Pettibone LLC Heavy Equipment Group

The Extendo 1056X telehandler features a four-section boom with max forward reach of 40 ft., and max lift height of 56 ft.

Pettibone Extendo 1056 X

Automated Systems

Autonomous Trucks can Help Address Industry Challenges

IDTechEx examines the benefits automation can bring to the trucking industry, such as helping overcome the growing driver shortage.

DTNA is working with Torc Robotics to develop and test autonomous trucks.

Diesel Powered Trucks Continue to Dominate EU Market but EVs are on the Rise

European Automobile Manufacturers Association (ACEA)

ACEA reports 97.9% of new EU medium and heavy trucks in 2019 were diesel powered, however demand for new electric and other alternatively powered trucks showed strong growth.

While diesel powered trucks still dominate the market, electric trucks like the pictured Scania battery-electric model are quickly gaining market share.

Automated Systems

Automation Evolves on the Construction Site

Development and use of automation technologies continues to grow in the construction industry as a means of improving safety, efficiency and productivity.

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Caterpillar Introduces Next Generation Excavators

Caterpillar Inc.

The excavator models include new technology features to enhance productivity as well as improved operator cab designs.

The Cat 313 and 313 GC excavators provide increased performance and efficiency.

John Deere Launches New Dozer Models with Low-Effort Electrohydraulic Controls

John Deere Worldwide Construction & Forestry Div.

Ease of operation was a key element for the new John Deere 700L and 750L dozers which include a new operator station and smart grade capabilities.

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New Caterpillar Motor Grader and Grade System Aid Productivity Improvements

Caterpillar Inc.

The new Cat 140 GC motor grader features a precisely designed hydraulic system for balanced performance in all operating situations and is available with the company's new mastless grade system.

The new Cat 140 GC motor grader.

New Liebherr Drilling Rig Offers Increased Performance and Flexibility

Liebherr-International Deutschland GmbH

Liebherr's new LB45 drilling rig features 10% more torque to provide customers with improved performance.

Liebherr Lb45 Drilling Rig 300dpi

ZF eTRAC Driveline System for Electric Vehicles

ZF Friedrichshafen AG

The ZF eTRAC driveline system extends continuous performance up to 42 kW and an operating voltage of 650V.

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The Slackline Dragline and Tower Machine

Historical Construction Equipment Association (HCEA)

Excavation of materials in below-grade situations which were impractical for standard machines brought about development of the Slackline Cableway Excavator.

A 1-yd. Slackline Dragline bucket brings in a load of wet gravel.

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