INDUSTRY INSIDER | July 11, 2024

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AEM Launches ‘Manufacturing Challenge’ Game on Nationwide ‘Manufacturing Express’ Tour

AEM embarks on its largest public engagement initiative in 130 years with the introduction of the ‘Manufacturing Challenge’ on its ‘Manufacturing Express’ bus tour.

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The PHOENIX / KISA Logwasher - Handles 12” Rock

The PHOENIX/KISA Twin Shaft Logwasher is an essential component of a wash plant's aggregate washing equipment.

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7 Ways Experienced Construction Workers Can Encourage Young Talent in the Industry

The construction industry has long been a cornerstone of economic development, shaping skylines and building the infrastructure that supports daily life. However, this vital sector faces a significant challenge: attracting and retaining young workers. As the current workforce ages, the need for fresh talent becomes more pressing

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Why Heavy Machine Simulators are the Future of Construction Training

Heavy machine simulators are rapidly transforming the landscape of construction training. These advanced tools use immersive technologies like virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) to create realistic, interactive training environments.

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Two machines in one with the new Screencore Trident 125 Hi-Stak

Producing accurately sized aggregates in the mining, quarrying, recycling and demolition industries is essential, as is the ability to produce massive stockpiles of material.

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CASE CE Launches All-New, 3.8 Ton Electric Wheel Loader

CASE CE is responding to government regulations that are pushing industries towards a zero-emission future by developing a new line of all-electric equipment – which now includes a new, 3.8 ton compact wheel loader.

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Internal Combustion Engines are at the Heart of Diverse Alternative Fuels Future

As lawmakers and regulators look to further reduce emissions and overall reliance on fossil fuels, some might wonder what the future looks like for internal combustion (IC) engines in the agriculture equipment industry. 

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Enjoy special financing on select Volvo medium and large excavators in stock and ready to go.

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Bobcat Adds Theft-Fighting Function to Shut Down Engine Remotely

Bobcat owners can now start or stop their machine’s engine with a few clicks in the Owner’s Portal or the Machine IQ telematics app. The update is the first two-way communication feature in the telematics system, allowing operators to both send commands and receive data from the machine.

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The Average Lifespan of a Diesel Engine is Longer Than You Might Realize

Whether you call them semi trucks, big rigs, or 18-wheelers, the large commercial trucks that crisscross the nation's highways with important freight are built to last. In fact, it's not uncommon for their large diesel engines to travel more than one million miles between rebuilds with proper care

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Mecalac Introduces Highly Versatile 12MTX Wheeled Excavator Loader to North American Market

Mecalac,introduces the 12MTX wheeled excavator loader to the North American market. machine that combines the capabilities of a compact excavator, loader and telehandler into a single machine that excels at digging, loading and material handling

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Geothermal Fracking Plant Scores World-Record Energy Contract In Utah

Just a year ago, Fervo Energy successfully demonstrated the effectiveness of its horizontally oriented geothermal system. Now the company has landed a massive contract for providing its clean, virtually endless power to the California grid.

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Build a Culture of Safety This Summer

Creating a culture of safety is paramount in every sector of the construction industry to ensure the well-being of the workforce, especially with off-highway equipment. Yet many leaders struggle to find a starting point on this vital journey.

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Construction Pay Levels Jump 4.6 Percent to $35.64 an Hour

Average hourly earnings for production and nonsupervisory employees in construction—covering most onsite craft workers as well as many office workers—jumped by 4.6 percent over the year to $35.64 per hour. Construction firms in June provided a wage “premium” of nearly 19 percent compared to the average hourly earnings for all private-sector production employees.

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