CONEXPO Video: Ricardo Offers Flywheel Option for Hybrid Fuel Savings

Dave Rollafson, VP of Innovation for Ricardo, explains the company's new system for storing vehicle energy in a flywheel for simpler hybrid fuel savings

April 2, 2014

Dave Rollafson, VP of Innovation for Ricardo, explains the company's new system for storing vehicle energy in a flywheel for simpler hybrid fuel savings

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CONEXPO Video: Wacker Neuson Introduces Dual-Power Excavator

The future is green as the company gears up for 2023 show.

Kubota Engine America Looks Toward Carbon Neutrality with CONEXPO Exhibits

The future is green as the company gears up for 2023 show.

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SANY to Feature 30 Machines, Electric Excavator at CONEXPO

Under the banner "Made for America, Raised in Georgia", SANY's booth (F9553) will feature over 30 machines including its latest electricity-powered excavator and loader alongside an array of product presentations.

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Equipment Management Tech at CONEXPO-CON/AGG ‘23

Construction equipment asset management software is being rocked by disruptive technology, rapid advances in interoperability and technological convergence.

Caterpillar's Fassino Discusses the Hottest Topics in the Construction Industry at CONEXPO 2023

Equipment Today editor-in-chief Erica Floyd talks equipment trends, labor and more with a Caterpillar Group President Tony Fassino.

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Trimble Talks Efficiency, Productivity of Roadworks Platform

Kevin Garcia talks to Brandon Noel, editor of Asphalt Contractor magazine, about the Roadworks platform, its automated/assist solutions for asphalt paving in both 3D and 2D.

The nearly 140,000 industry professionals who ventured to the record-attendance tradeshow were able to network with peers, see new and updated heavy equipment, view demonstrations of the latest innovations and hear the latest business developments from their favorite manufacturers.

Heavy Equipment Makers Showcase New Tech, Equipment at CONEXPO

Manufacturers have spent years honing technology to allow contractors to do more with less, to more quickly train new workers and to find ways for construction companies to complete projects more effectively and with fewer emissions.

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Link-Belt CEO Named Chair of CONEXPO 2026

Officials have named the chair of CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026.

Head of the Fayat Group Talks Construction's Future

Head of the Fayat Group Talks Construction's Future

An exclusive one-on-one interview with Jean-Claude Fayat, CEO of the Fayat Group, discussing the next steps for the asphalt industry, technological leaps, and the role of manufacturers as it concerns environmental justice.

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How DEVELON Has Become a Single-Source Provider to the North America Market

Equipment Today editors sat down with DEVELON execs at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2023 in Las Vegas to discuss market segments, technology, its rebranding efforts and how DEVELON is taking on the North American market.

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Robotic Crack Sealing Machine in Action

The partnership between Robotic Maintenance Vehicles and SealMaster produced one of the most innovative new technologies in the world of road maintenance. It's potential has only scratched the surface!

The custom trailer maintains a 70-ton rating at half the deck length and offers 6-in. loaded road clearance.

Talbert Manufacturing Custom 70SA-RC-RA Trailer

The custom trailer maintains a 70-ton rating at half the deck length and offers 6 in. loaded road clearance.

Komatsu Talks Sustainability at CONEXPO

From new excavators to remanufacturing services, Komatsu tries to stay several steps ahead on sustainability initiatives.

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Trends in Specialty Tires

Jimmy McDonnell of MAXAM Tire North America talks to us about specialty tires, trends, how modern tires manufacturing has changed, and more.

With a rated operating capacity of 3,000 lbs. (1,369 kg), this 74 hp vertical lift machine is ideal for lifting and loading

JCB 300T Compact Track Loader

With a rated operating capacity of 3,000 lbs. (1,369 kg), this 74 hp vertical lift machine is ideal for lifting and loading.

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Manitou Launches Compact Skid Steers, Track Loaders at CONEXPO

Manitou is pleased to announce the launch of three all new “V Series” compact skid steer loaders and three “VT Series” compact track loaders to the North American market: 2100V, 2300V, 2750V, 2100VT, 2300VT and the 2750VT.

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CONEXPO In-SANY-ty: Beer Pong Honeymoon

In this episode of CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2023 In-SANY-ty, IRONPROS’ Wayne Grayson plays some more XL beer pong with Tom Schanz, director of municipal sales for SANY, as they chat about what municipal customers need out of an OEM relationship.

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Go Inside Your Asphalt Plant Using Augmented Reality

One of the coolest exhibits at CONEXPO/CON-AGG 2023 was the AR asphalt plant tour put on at the Gencor Industries' booth. Using a smart tablet, anyone can get inside the inner workings of their plant, and see what's going on, and how everything works.

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BOMAG Raises Thousands For Construction Angels Charity

During CONEXPO/CON-AGG 2023 BOMAG was able to gather funds from those who visited their booth by giving away specially branded road building tee-shirts for a "pay what you can" donation.

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John Thomas From CAT Electric Talks Mobile Charging Solutions

John Thomas, product application specialist for chargers with Caterpillar Electric Power, offers a look at the future of electric and how it can work for your application.

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CONEXPO In-SANY-ty: Flip Cup and Why Nashville is More Than Just About Music

In this episode of In-SANY-ty from SANY’s CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2023 booth, IRONPROS’ Wayne Grayson plays flip cup with John Murphy, district sales manager for SANY, as they talk about why Nashville is more than just about music.

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CONEXPO In-SANY-ty: Let’s Play Cornhole on a Crane

Why play cornhole when you can play Crane-Hole? Join Wayne Grayson from IRONPROS and Joel Hicks, product manager for crawler cranes at SANY as they discuss the best bourbon while tossing bags between crane platforms.

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CONEXPO In-SANY-ty! XL Beer Pong and Equipment Management in Antarctica

The SANY booth was the place to be at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2023. Check out the video for a giant beer pong match and a discussion between Jeremy Brothers of SANY and IRONPROS' Wayne Grayson about equipment management in extreme conditions.

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Crusher Bucket Attachments Go Anywhere You Need Them

MB Crusher launched a totally new attachment at CONEXPO, but they also put on some impressive outdoor demonstrations too.

The compact area lighting system mounts a high-intensity LED array on a tethered unmanned aerial vehicle, also known as a drone, positioning the light 40 feet up to 100 feet above a jobsite.

Blue Vigil Showcases ALED Portable Drone Light at CONEXPO

The compact area lighting system mounts a high-intensity LED array on a tethered unmanned aerial vehicle, also known as a drone, positioning the light 40 feet up to 100 feet above a jobsite.

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Brandt Unveils C550 Heavy Haul Trailer for Construction

Brandt launched its lineup of new heavy haul trailers at the CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2023.

Announced in CONEXPO 2023, Stepp Manufacturing has reached an agreement to become part of the Reed International team, joining the ranks with VSS Macropaver and Kasi Infrared.

Reed International Acquires Stepp Manufacturing

Announced at CONEXPO 2023, Stepp Manufacturing has reached an agreement to become part of the Reed International team, joining the ranks with VSS Macropaver and Kasi Infrared.