ABD adds its autonomy presence to Australia

UK-based AB Dynamics subsidiary ABD Solutions has announced the newest step in its strategic expansion: expansion of its international footprint with the formation of an operation in Perth, Western Australia. ABD Solutions, which specialises in aftermarket autonomy tailored for fleets in mining, construction, materials handling, defence and agriculture, said it launched the new operation in response to growing demand for…

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Off-road equipment management with Doran YardCheck 360

Ohio-based Doran said that its YardCheck 360 can help off-road fleets rein in tire-related costs and stop problems before they can impact production with continuous monitoring of tire pressure and temperatures, even if the equipment is powered off. If a monitored tire inside YardCheck 360’s wireless coverage zone has low pressure, a rapid deflation event, or high temperature, fleet managers…

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Ontario miners impacted most by opioid harm: report

An ongoing study by the Institute for Work and Health and the Occupational Cancer Research Centre has revealed that the segment of labor that includes mining and construction as well as forestry in the Canadian province are more apt to have an emergency or be hospitalized tied to opioid use. Full story.

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ABB podcast dives into process automation

ABB’s The Process Automation Podcast explores how automation, electrification and digital technologies – through their role in industry – are contributing to life the way we know it and are enabling society to become more efficient and sustainable. Hosted by engineer Fran Scott, the podcast series delves deep into how process automation technologies are transforming various industries around the world,…

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Cummins announces new dewatering pumps

Cummins has announced the availability of two new dewatering pump solutions for use in mining, construction, oil and gas, agricultural and water and waste water environments: the QSF4X4 and QSF6X6. Both units offer customers a fully finished pump for use in their operations powered by Cummins’ QSF2.8 engine. They are built with a heavy-duty cast-iron construction and are produced on…

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