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Dana’s new fuel-efficient system
First hydromechanical variable transmission system from joint effort between Dana and Bosch Rexroth.
Caterpillar voices concerns over Japanese supply chain
The 11 March earhtquake could mean disruption to the supply of hydraulic components and engines to the global construction equipment industry according to Caterpillar chairman & CEO Doug Oberhelman.
Cummins premieres Tier 4 Final engines
Two new engines offer lower emissions and greater power than their predecessors.
Volvo to launch remanufacturing programme
Spare part costs set to be reduced and recycling increased thanks to new scheme to renovate and re-use worn components.
JLG commits to Firestone tires for telehandlers
JLG has announced an agreement with Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations, Off Road Tire division for the exclusive supply of the Firestone DuraForce MH tires on JLG, Lull and SkyTrak branded telehandlers.
MTU showcases new engines
MTU Asia has unveiled new engines to meet the demands of EU Stage IV and EPA Tier 4 and EU Stage III B and EPA Tier 4i (interim) legislation.
Efficiency gains with modern components
Many of the latest products for OEMs have been designed to enhance the productivity of equipment powered by Tier 4 Interim engines. Steve Skinner reports on the drive towards greater efficiency.
Honda takes legal action over engine copies
Engine manufacturer Honda has taken legal action against two Chinese companies that it claims showed copied Honda products at a gardening equipment show in Cologne in September.
Diesel engines: Manufacturers face challenge with new emission laws
New emission laws for diesel engines come into force in Europe and the US at the start of next year. What will they mean in terms of price, performance and fuel efficiency for contractors in these regions?
EPD optimises efficiency
Merlo's EPD (EcoPowerDrive) is a new electronic control system, which combines management of the hydrostatic transmission and the diesel engine. The system is designed to optimise the overall efficiency of the machine in terms of consumption, performance, and noise.
New Vanguard engines solve old problem
Briggs & Stratton Commercial Power's new four model Vanguard engine range features an automatic fuel cut-off system that prevents fuel spilling during transport and contaminating the engine oil.
Volvo Penta issued Stage IIIB certification
Volvo Penta has been issued with Stage IIIB certification for its 13 litre engine family.
Perkins ahead in China
Perkins uses bauma to announce new US$ 183 million Chinese production facility will begin manufacturing in June, three months ahead of schedule.
Volvo extends Deutz contract
German engine manufacturer Deutz has extended a supply agreement that will see it continue to develop and supply diesel engines for Volvo.
Small engine hybrid technology from Mitsubishi
Mitsubishi will be one of several engine producers showing off Tier 4/Stage IV engines, although in Mitsubishi’s case it is for small engines less than 74 kW.
Fuelling compliance
While engine manufacturers develop systems to reduce NOx and PM, fuel is another area that can influence exhaust emissions.
After-treatment joint venture
Deutz, Robert Bosch, and J. Eberspächer have signed a memorandum of understanding to set up a tri-party collaboration to address exhaust gas after treatments for off-highway equipment.
Scania inTerex agreement
Scania has signed a long-term but non-exclusive agreement to supply Stage IIIB compliant engines featuring selective catalytic reduction (SCR) to Terex.
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