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Diesel Technology Forum Becomes Engine Technology Forum

Diesel Technology Forum

The Diesel Technology Forum is now the Engine Technology Forum to better address the group's purpose.

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Automated Pile Driving from Trimble, Mincon

Trimble and Mincon have joined an already-pitched battle of solar farm construction robots, most directly squaring off against startup Built Robotics’ robotic pile driving technology.

Trimble and Mincon now offer a Trimble-Ready piling solution for solar field construction.

Are States Misusing Sustainability Infrastructure Funds?

A recent shakeup at the California Department of Transportation could indicate a wider trend of states misusing funds meant for multimodal and sustainable projects for further highway expansions, under the guise of pavement maintenance.

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Volvo CE, Husqvarna, Atlas Copco Join Climate Initiative

Volvo CE, Atlas Copco Group, and Husqvarna Construction will team up with the Sweden-U.S. Green Transition Initiative to showcase electrified construction of green infrastructure in the U.S.

Volvo CE, Atlas Copco Group, and Husqvarna Construction will team up with the Sweden-U.S. Green Transition Initiative to showcase electrified construction of green infrastructure in the U.S.

3 Ways That Automation is Sustainable Construction

Using autonomous technology in construction can lead to resource, cost, and time needed for project reductions. This kind of technology can also reduce the skilled workers needed for repetitive tasks.

The idea that sustainable construction is a costly and impractical solution to ensure a return on a building is outdated and inaccurate.

Dodge: 2023 Construction Starts Down YoY

Dodge Construction Network

Richard Branch, chief economist, Dodge Construction Network, delivered the construction starts data for August 2023, saying interest rates will likely impact starts through the middle of 2024.

Total construction starts rose 6% in August to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $1.3 trillion, according to Dodge Construction Network.

Kubota to Make First Appearance at CES Tech Show

Kubota Tractor Corp.

The appearance at CES signifies to share its tech story and its vision for the future.

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Cummins to Emphasize Hydrogen at Conference and Utility Expo

Cummins' new fuel-agnostic 15-liter engine platform with hydrogen, biogas, and advanced diesel engines offers OEMs the opportunity to accelerate the decarbonization of heavy-duty off-highway applications.

The fuel-agnostic architecture of the 15-liter, next-generation engine utilizes a common base engine with cylinder heads and fuel systems specifically tailored for hydrogen, natural gas, diesel, and biofuels including HVO.

CASE to Unveil Wheeled Excavators, New EV Machines at Utility Expo

CASE Construction Equipment - CNH

CASE Construction Equipment plans to display its newest wheeled excavators, its E Series, designed to be able to travel from jobsite to jobsite easily, at the Utility Expo.

With the ability to travel up to 25 mph, the new E Series wheeled excavators give contractors the ability to self-deploy from jobsite to jobsite, while minimizing the time and expense involved with transporting by trailer.

Tips for Storing Engine Oil

American Petroleum Institute

Avoid costly errors regarding your engine oils and be sure to properly store and label oils clearly to help prevent misapplication.

Training technicians and service people in specific applications is essential to avoid misapplication that could potentially result in expensive engine damage or voiding of manufacturer warranties.

Street Sweeping’s Leading Role in Reducing Stormwater Runoff Pollution

World Sweeping Association

Street sweeping plays a crucial role in mitigating stormwater pollution runoff from pavement into waterways.

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Power Prospects for Construction Heavy Equipment

In addition to efficient diesel, other power options for excavators are gaining a following.

The Gradall fully electric excavator with a Volvo Penta driveline

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