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Industry News - February, 2021

  • Maritimes’ Largest Heavy Equipment Show Announces Move To 2022

    Maritimes’ Largest Heavy Equipment Show Announces Move To 2022
    AHES in 2018

     

    In conjunction with the Atlantic Land Improvement Contractors Association (ALICA), the producers of the Atlantic Heavy Equipment Show have announced its postponement to 2022. This leading trade event will now take place April 13-14, 2022 at the Moncton Coliseum Complex.
    As the largest industry event east of Montreal, the Atlantic Heavy Equipment Show regularly attracts nearly 15,000 exhibitors and attendees from throughout Canada and the United States. The ongoing effects of the COVID-19 pandemic have forced its rescheduling several times; it was initially set for April 2020 and then deferred to 2021. The move to 2022 returns the show to its regular biennial cycle.
    “We were hopeful that by the spring of 2021 we’d see some loosening of quarantine requirements and that some provincial borders would reopen,” said Mark Cusack, National Show Manager. “Unfortunately, the situation remains quite fluid and we’re still seeing many companies with bans on corporate travel and in-person events. We can’t wait to bring everyone together when it’s safe to do so, but for now we are prioritizing the health and safety of everyone involved with Atlantic Heavy and positioning it for a safe and successful return next April.”
    Given that many companies rely on trade shows like the Atlantic Heavy Equipment Show as part of their annual marketing activities, the show management team is introducing a new, Canada-wide digital product: the Canadian Heavy Equipment Showcase. This digital marketing platform is designed to help bridge the gap between the postponed show and the next face-to-face event. It will allow companies to promote their products and services to industry personnel and qualified buyers who would have attended the show in-person. Users will be able to search by company name or filter by category, and can easily connect by clicking email, website, and social media buttons.  
    Master Promotions Ltd. would like to thank the show’s exhibitors, attendees, sponsors, and partners, along with the entire heavy equipment community for unwavering support during these challenging times. The company continues to believe in the strength of face-to-face business and the networking opportunities that trade shows provide and looks forward to the time when events can once again be hosted safely.
    Visit AHES.ca or follow the event on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for the most-up-to-date information and show updates. 
    Source: Master Promotions

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    Feb 26, 2021 - 4 years ago

  • Kenworth Names 2021 Parts Council

    Kenworth Names 2021 Parts Council
    Fleets can reduce their parts inventory by as much as 60 percent using fleet maintenance software programs such as Kenworth PremierCare(R) Connect and Peterbilt TruckCare(R) Connect. Such programs can also give them access to comparative parts costs, the ability to track mechanics labor activities, and a tracking tool to increase parts warranty recovery.

     

    Kenworth Truck Company has named its 2021 Kenworth Parts Council. Leading parts directors and managers from Kenworth dealerships in the United States and Canada serve on the council, which focuses on further enhancing parts quality and customer support for truck operators and fleets.
    PACCAR Parts supports Kenworth dealerships in their efforts to expedite repairs and increase customer uptime by helping to maintain industry-leading parts availability throughout the Kenworth dealer network, and by providing access to parts in 24 hours or less through its network of distribution centers strategically located throughout North America.
    Kenworth Parts Council members for 2021 are: Chairman – Eric Bontrager, CSM Companies (Windsor, Wis.); Ryan Colby, Kenworth Sales Company – Salt Lake City (West Valley City, Utah); Patrick Lisconish, Kenworth Northeast Group (Syracuse, N.Y.); Scott Lockhart, MHC Kenworth (Denver, Colo.); Troy Powers, Rihm Kenworth (South St. Paul, Minn.); Eddy Ward, Bayview Kenworth (Bathurst, N.B.); Jeff Weaver, Truckworx Kenworth (Birmingham, Ala.); Clayton Zuchotzki, GreatWest Kenworth (Calgary, Alb.); and Kenworth Dealer Council representative Scott Nichols, Kenworth of Indianapolis (Indianapolis, Ind.). 
    Source: Kenworth

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    Feb 25, 2021 - 4 years ago

  • John Deere Unveils Its Precision Forestry Technology Initiative

    John Deere Unveils Its Precision Forestry Technology Initiative

    In response to customer needs, John Deere announces its Precision Forestry initiative, a focused approach to its job site technology solutions. Through Precision Forestry, John Deere is reorganizing its technology portfolio and doubling down on its efforts in delivering solutions designed to increase efficiency and productivity in the woods. The shift to Precision Forestry aligns with the brand’s overarching Smart Industrial operating model, through which John Deere aims to deliver increased customer value by focusing on three core areas: Production Systems, Technology Stack and Lifecycle Solutions. 

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    Feb 24, 2021 - 4 years ago

  • National Heavy Equipment Show Confirms Dates For 2022

    National Heavy Equipment Show Confirms Dates For 2022
    NHES in 2019

    The producers of the National Heavy Equipment Show are announcing revised dates for the next edition of the event. Traditionally held in the Spring of odd years originally slated for 2021, show management has made the decision to hold the National Heavy Equipment Show on March 31 – April 1, 2022 at the International Centre.
    “While we looked at options to sustain the future of the event, it became clear that spring 2022 was our best option for this edition,” said Mark Cusack, Show Manager. “This is a timeframe which has historically worked best for exhibitors and attendees. Our main priority is positioning the event for a safe and successful return, and this decision reflects that.”
    Given the size and nature of the show and the travel that comes along with it, the COVID-19 pandemic has forced the postponement of the event due to the ongoing quarantine requirements, border closures, and the fact that many companies still have bans on corporate travel and in-person events have led to this date change.
    Master Promotions Ltd. would like to thank the National Heavy Equipment Show community for unwavering support from exhibitors, visitors, sponsors, and partners. We look forward to hosting an in-person event again when it is safe to do so. We continue to believe in the strength of face-to-face business and networking opportunities that shows provide and unfortunately cannot offer that for the spring of 2021.
    In an effort to bridge the gap between the postponed show and the next Live event, our company is excited to introduce a new product: the Canadian Heavy Equipment Showcase Digital Marketing Platform. This brand-new feature on our website is designed to safely bridge the gap, while our face-to-face events are on pause, by allowing you to promote your brand/product during this unprecedented time. The Digital Marketing Platform will be promoted to our extensive email database of 40,000 past show attendees, along with an integrated social media campaign, with support from all the leading magazines and industry associations. 
    Source: Master Promotions

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    Feb 24, 2021 - 4 years ago

  • Women In Trucking February 2021 Member Of The Month

    Women In Trucking February 2021 Member Of The Month

    The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) has announced Claudia Rodriguez as its February Member of the Month. She is a wellness coach for Rolling Strong.
    Rodriguez has been in the wellness industry for over twelve years. Prior to joining Rolling Strong a year and a half ago, she had an online health products store. She also gave health and wellness workshops at universities, businesses, and other places around El Paso.
    After a colleague emailed Rodriquez the Rolling Strong job posting saying, “This job posting describes you,” she decided to apply. Now she is thrilled to be using her talents in the trucking industry.
    The trucking industry has unique health challenges. Although Rodriguez had coached people to improve their health for years through one-on-one coaching and workshops, she knew coaching professional drivers would be different. Even recommending something simple like “drink more water” is hard for truck drivers.
    “First, I had to listen to their challenges and what they struggled with, and then I adapted my recommendations to something that would work for them,” she said.
    Because she is a wellness coach, one might assume that Rodriguez doesn’t struggle with incorporating healthy habits, but it’s quite the contrary. “I actually decided to get my certification as a Health and Nutrition Advisor to find answers for my own struggles like my sugar addiction and my struggle with incorporating an exercise routine,” she said.
    Some health principles Rodriguez has learned over the years include:

    • Just because something works (like a diet or exercise type) doesn’t mean it works for everyone. So, don’t feel bad if CrossFit or Keto didn’t work for you.
    • You don’t have to label your eating habits for you to eat healthy.
    • Emotions play a huge role on your health, take care of your mental health. 
    • What works for you now, might not work in the future (you know, life!) so be extra patient with yourself when trying to find what works now.

    Women In Trucking hosted a health competition through Rolling Strong that ended on February 15. Rodriguez coaches the participants on their health journey. “Every day I am inspired by the drivers I coach. I admire their discipline, how they overcome obstacles, and how they keep going even when they’re tired. Eating healthy, exercising, sleeping well, and drinking water is a challenge for drivers. It’s definitely easier to eat fast food and consume energy drinks. However, what these drivers understand is that what they do every day affects their health and longevity,” she said.
    For those drivers that are ready to make changes, the Rolling Strong program helps them incorporate healthy habits, lose weight, lower their blood pressure and cholesterol, improve their sleep, among other things. The Rolling Strong app allows for easy tracking of daily habits, personalized coaching, and competitions. This gives participants an opportunity to set a short-term goal, have a sense of community, and win prizes along the way.
    “As women we have to re-learn so many things we’ve been taught in order to reach our full potential," she said. "We were taught to be good, to be quiet, and to be pretty. We need to learn that it’s okay take up space, to speak up, to say ‘no’, to set boundaries and be okay with disappointing others." 
    Source: Women In Trucking

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    Feb 23, 2021 - 4 years ago

  • Handlers introduces Specialized Orchard And Vine Ferrari Tractors

    Handlers introduces Specialized Orchard And Vine Ferrari Tractors

    In October, Handlers Equipment became the new exclusive importer and distributor of Ferrari Tractors in BC.  With over 30 years in business, the family-owned, Abbotsford-based business Handlers Equipment serves customers throughout the Vancouver metropolitan area and in a large area of southern and western British Columbia.
    Born in Italy during the post-war reconstruction, Ferrari Tractors have long been intertwined with the mechanical evolution of agriculture. In 1965 they launched their first articulated tractor to great success.  In those early years, Ferrari already had a remarkably high technological orientation. Their product offerings have ranged from the first motor mowers, to the first agricultural machines for the transport of foodstuffs across very rough terrain.

    Handlers introduces Specialized Orchard And Vine Ferrari Tractors
    “Ferrari is pleased to add another highly experienced and successful dealership to our Canadian network,” said John Webb, regional account manager for BCS & Ferrari Sales, “Handlers Equipment has proven to be customer focused and adaptive to the ever-changing demands of the marketplace.”
    The Vega and Cobram Series Tractors have been designed for narrow rows, very tight turns with a low center-of-gravity for stability: row crops, vineyards, orchards, greenhouses and nursery gardens as well as the routine maintenance work, in both summer and winter, typically done by local municipalities.

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    Feb 22, 2021 - 4 years ago

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