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EPA tightens rules on Fine Particulate Matter
First time since 2012 that the federal government has cracked down on fine particulate matter
Metso launches app for remote process control of Lokotrack crushers and screens
The operator can view all the Lokotrack machines and their main process parameters using a single dashboard
6 things we learned from Caterpillar’s 2023 results
Earlier this week, US construction equipment manufacturer Caterpillar unveiled what it hailed as the best financial year in its history.
Intermat debut for Ammann electric mini excavator
1.5t model will be followed by bigger machine later this year
Yanmar introduces its first compact track loaders to North America
The announcement follows four years of research and development
Apprenticeships help OEMs with employee recruitment, retention
Manufacturers can make use of apprenticeship programs to foster loyalty in employees and gain a high-quality workforce.
Honda starts series production of fuel cells
This latest fuel cell system is said to be key to Honda’s future hydrogen business strategy
Turning diesel-powered construction equipment into zero-emissions machines
ZQuip modular energy solution puts rental companies at the center of the effort to electrify jobsites
Develon unveils DX17Z-7 and DX19-7 mini-excavators
New compact machines fully equipped for efficient operation on confined jobsites
“Best” financial year in Caterpillar’s history
Despite sales falling in fourth quarter for construction segment, 2023 a record year for giant OEM 
Extinguishing EV fires poses unique challenges
When lithium ion batteries catch fire, they burn differently from internal combustion engines. Fighting those fires poses difficulties in vehicle fire suppression
Research project to investigate hydrogen power for foundation equipment
At the end of the project, the plug-in module will be installed on a Bauer machine and tested
JLG benefits from higher sales and acquisition
Higher fourth quarter sales and income cap successful year for access and telehandler OEM 
Hilti becomes C02 neutral
Achievement is “first milestone to net zero” 
Continental plans new hydraulic hose plant in Mexico
Site will be company’s 22nd facility in the country
Sales up in 2023 for Volvo CE but ‘weaker market’ ahead
Sales in two key markets saw OEM post increase in machines sales in 2023 compared to 2022 
Are governments going to start mandating for non-diesel-powered construction equipment?
As the UK considers a new strategy for decarbonising construction equipment, is it a sign that governments could start mandating for machines powered by something other than diesel?
Nominees revealed for the Intermat 2024 innovation awards
30 nominees in the running to become winners of the 9th edition of the competition
Leading economist: US economy to weaken in first half of 2024
Contributing factors include the end of Covid relief programs, lingering impacts of monetary policy and credit tightening
Intermat sets sights on 1,000 exhibitors
France-based construction show to be held for the first time since 2018
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