A Rogers Group Inc. plant, located in Oak Ridge, Tenn., was in need of a structure to allow year-round storage of aglime, which is only used by customers during spring and fall. “The material must be covered or rain will wash it away. In the past we had no structure at all, so we weren’t able to store it for…
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Mack Trucks Announces Automatic Standby Mode
Mack Trucks announced Automatic Standby Mode, a pioneering option for its 6 x 2 liftable pusher axle available on Mack Pinnaclehighway models. The 6 x 2 with liftable pusher axle offers improved fuel efficiency and productivity benefits and is designed for applications that haul out heavy and return empty, such as bulk haul. The addition of Automatic Standby Mode eliminates the need for…
Read MoreRCT EarthTrack Fleet Management System for Mining
RCT announced the release of EarthTrack Fleet Management for mining. The system is designed to deliver relevant accurate machine data that will empower fleet users and suppliers to make informed decisions when managing their fleet to ensure it’s always operating at peak performance.
Read MoreMettler Toledo Debuts Powercell GDD Digital Load Cells
Mettler Toledo now offers an improved Powercell digital load cell, the Powercell GDD. “Powercell GDD rounds out our load-cell offering, maintaining the accuracy and reliability that has become synonymous with the Powercell brand in a very economical package,” said Jeff Capella, marketing manager, vehicle scales, Mettler Toledo.
Read MoreCommand Alkon, McNeilus Offer Integrated Telematics Solution
Command Alkon partnered with McNeilus Truck & Manufacturing to offer an integrated telematics solution combining McNeilus FLEX Controls and Command Alkon’s TrackIt fleet-management system.
Read MoreCaterpillar Ventures Invests in Airware for Aerial Data
Airware, which provides end-to-end solutions that turn aerial data into actionable business intelligence for enterprises, announced that it has secured a strategic investment from Caterpillar Ventures. The investment allows Airware to accelerate programs that enable dealers to offer solutions and services within the construction, mining and quarrying industries, and highlights Caterpillar’s commitment in leading the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT).
Read MoreJohn Deere, Kespry Commence Alliance for Aerial Intelligence
John Deere and Kespry announced an exclusive global strategic alliance through which John Deere Construction & Forestry dealers will provide the Kespry Aerial Intelligence System to their customers on job sites around the world. Starting in North America, the alliance enables John Deere customers to use Kespry’s fully integrated industrial drone platform to capture topographic data in minutes with survey-grade accuracy.
Read MoreReliable Trucking Increases Payload with Kenworth Engines
For those hauling dirt, aggregate, cement, fly ash and other material, numbers are what it’s all about. Haul more product, make more money. And, if you save fuel in the process, that’s the gravy.
Read MoreFairbanks Offers Talon Truck Scales
Fairbanks Scales Inc., now offers the Talon line of heavy-duty truck scales, equipped with the innovative Intalogix lightning protection system.
Read MoreMack Trucks Showcased at World of Concrete
Mack Trucks spotlighted the following Class 8 vehicles during World of Concrete 2017 in Las Vegas.
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