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From the Editor's Desk: Military Looks to Transform its Vehicle Fleet
To help create a more modern military vehicle fleet, electrification and automation are among the top technology trends under evaluation by the U.S. Military.
December 16, 2021
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From the Editor's Desk: OEM is on the Road Again
The OEM Off-Highway team is back out on the road for conferences and trade shows in the heavy equipment industry.
October 14, 2021
MINExpo was one of the first large trade shows the OEM Off-Highway team has attended since early 2020.
Mining
From the Editor's Desk: Mining Industry Puts Sustainability Center Stage at MINExpo 2021
National Mining Association (NMA)
Electric powered equipment and advanced technologies to improve efficiency aim to help the mining industry reduce its environmental impact.
September 22, 2021
Liebherr demonstrated electric trolley power on a mine haul truck during MINExpo.
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From the Editor's Desk: Mining Industry Gearing up for MINExpo 2021
National Mining Association (NMA)
MINExpo is one of the next big industry events to take place in person, and manufacturers are preparing to show their latest mining equipment and technology.
September 8, 2021
A Komatsu autonomous haul truck in operation at its test facility in Arizona.
Industry News
Industry Events Postponed in 2021
The FTR Transportation Conference and NTEA Truck Product Conference are the latest events to be postponed in 2021. Several events have been cancelled or postponed due to the global pandemic and other industry factors.
August 24, 2021
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From the Editor's Desk: In-Person Tradeshows are Back
World of Concrete is the first major construction industry show to hold an in-person event in 2021.
June 10, 2021
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From the Editor's Desk: What is Sustainable Mobility?
The 2021 edition of Movin'On once again highlighted sustainable mobility encompasses many factors.
June 3, 2021
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From the Editor's Desk: Top New Products for Heavy Equipment Designs
Our annual Top New Products award highlights varied industry innovations and available components for OEM design teams.
May 20, 2021
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Engineering & Manufacturing
From the Editor's Desk: Can Toys be a Part of the Design Process?
Use of LEGO has enabled some manufacturers to quickly evaluate and develop new products as well as conceptualize future equipment design possibilities.
May 13, 2021
Renault used LEGO to create a model of the transmission it would use for its new E-TECH hybrid powertrains.
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From the Editor's Desk: Awards Season in the Heavy Equipment Industry
Recent international design award announcements shine a spotlight on engineering and innovation in the heavy-duty on- and off-highway mobile equipment industries.
April 30, 2021
New Holland combine technologies are among many of those from the heavy equipment industry recently honored with international design awards.
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Events Prepare to Bring Heavy Equipment Industry Together Again in 2021
After a long hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, several trade show organizers are making plans to hold in-person events again in 2021.
April 27, 2021
CONEXPO 2020 was one of the last large in-person events to take place in 2020.
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From the Editor's Desk: How Will Industry Events Evolve in the Coming Years?
The past year has changed how the industry interacts and brought to light new ways of doing business.
April 23, 2021
Views of the outdoor exhibit area at bauma 2019.
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From the Editor's Desk: Partnerships Advance Technology Development
Bringing together industry expertise can help drive technology advancement and time to market.
April 16, 2021
A concept image of a Komatsu electric excavator that will be powered by Proterra batteries.
Engines
From the Editor's Desk: Engines Remain a Vital Power Source
While electrification is growing, engine technology continues to advance and remains an important power source for manufacturers.
April 2, 2021
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Top 10 Articles of the Past Decade
The top articles from the past 10 years show how the heavy equipment engineering and manufacturing industry continues to evolve.
March 26, 2021
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10 Years of Innovation: Hydraulic Excavators Have Come a Long Way
Hydraulic excavators and the technology used in them have come a long way since the first machines were developed in the 1880s.
March 19, 2021
Kilgore Machine Company built the first all-hydraulic excavator, known as the Direct Acting excavator, which was also offered in a 1-1/4 yard traction version for use off railroad tracks.
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Looking Back at 10 Years of Innovation: SuperTruck Continues to Bring Technology Advancements
The SuperTruck program has brought about new technology developments and demonstrated the high level of engineering capabilities of the heavy-duty vehicle and equipment industries.
March 12, 2021
Daimler's SuperTruck design.
Industry News
Taking a New Approach to Industry Events in the Age of COVID
While several events related to the heavy equipment and engineering industries have been postponed due safety concerns related to COVID-19, others are now being held virtually.
March 8, 2021
Industry events provide an opportunity to see and learn about the latest industry trends.
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