Author: Stephen White

Septentrio, part of Hexagon and a leader in high-precision GNSS and GNSS/INS solutions, has unveiled two new ultra-rugged GNSS receivers—the AsteRx RB3 and the GNSS/Inertial Navigation System (INS) integrated AsteRx RBi3. These receivers are designed specifically for machine control and industrial automation in extreme operational conditions, offering robust, centimetre-level positioning accuracy. With an IP69K rating, the RB3 and RBi3 models set new standards for durability. Engineered to withstand extreme environmental stresses, including severe shocks, vibrations, and challenging GNSS environments, these receivers have undergone extensive validation and testing aligned with stringent ISO standards. “RB3 and RBi3 set a new benchmark for…

Caterpillar Inc. is showcasing the groundbreaking next-generation Cat 775 off-highway truck at bauma 2025, highlighting the company’s ongoing leadership in autonomous technology and operational efficiency. This model, representing a significant advancement from previous 775 trucks, features fully integrated autonomous capabilities set for future deployment. “The design of the Next Gen 775 represents a significant leap forward in off-highway truck technology, offering unmatched power, efficiency and safety features,” says Tony Fassino, group president of Caterpillar Construction Industries. “Visitors at bauma will see our full range of technology offerings, from remote control to semi-autonomous to the future of autonomous machines in construction.”…

North America’s leading crane rental company, Maxim Crane Works, has placed the first global order for Tadano’s newest lattice boom crawler crane, the CC 78.1250-1. The model was officially launched at bauma 2025, where Maxim Crane Works swiftly marked a significant milestone by securing the inaugural unit during an official signing ceremony held at Tadano’s booth. The new Tadano CC 78.1250-1 boasts an impressive 1,375-ton (1,250-tonne) lifting capacity, significantly enhancing the capabilities established by its predecessor, the CC 68.1250-1. The advanced crane is designed for maximum performance in demanding sectors, including wind energy, infrastructure, and industrial heavy lifting projects. Enhanced…

Wolffkran has introduced a groundbreaking wireless crane control innovation at bauma 2025, marking a significant leap forward in crane operation technology. The WOLFF Intuitive Control system fundamentally transforms crane handling by shifting the operator’s focus from crane movements directly to load movements, significantly improving efficiency and accuracy on construction sites. Until now, crane operators managing wireless controls had to translate load movements manually into separate commands for slewing, trolley, and hoisting actions. They also had to mentally align their viewpoint with the crane’s coordinate system, which required substantial experience and attention to detail. The new WOLFF Intuitive Control automatically converts…

Topcon Positioning Systems has announced multiple new technologies at bauma 2025, including the CR-H1 handheld reality capture solution and the integration of its MC-Max Asphalt paving system with Dynapac’s latest paver series. CR-H1 Handheld Solution Introduces New Level of Accessibility in Reality Capture Topcon’s new CR-H1 is a cutting-edge handheld device, utilizing PIX4Dcatch software on an iPhone integrated with LiDAR. This solution captures detailed, full-color 3D point clouds using photogrammetry. Combined with Topcon’s HiPer CR GNSS receiver, the system collects precise georeferenced data without needing a tripod—delivering unmatched mobility. “The CR-H1 responds to the demand for accessible, high-precision reality capture,”…

Scania is set to showcase its latest innovations in electrified, hybrid, and zero-emission power solutions at Bauma 2025, aiming to significantly enhance sustainability and efficiency in the construction and mining sectors. Bauma 2025 will mark the introduction of a fully-electric self-propelled modular transporter (SPMT), developed jointly by Scania and Italian specialist Cometto. Designed for heavy lifting operations in industries such as wind energy, aviation, space, and industrial plant relocation, the innovative trailer incorporates Scania’s electrification technology, delivering impressive torque, rapid charging capabilities, extended battery life, and emission-free operations. “For over 50 years, Cometto has been at the forefront of special…

The unveiling of the first-ever battery-electric articulated hauler in its size class — the Volvo A30 Electric — was the highlight of Volvo’s electrifying press conference at bauma 2025. Volvo Construction Equipment (CE) President Melker Jernberg, alongside Roger Alm, President of Volvo Trucks, and Anna Müller, President of Volvo Penta, presented the company’s most ambitious step yet in sustainable equipment innovation. “We will soon see something. Let’s see how many of you could guess what it is,” Jernberg teased just moments before unveiling the hauler. “It’s a world first. It’s something that not even we thought we were able to…

Isola, based in Notodden in the south of Norway, offers environmentally friendly products for the construction industry. The company manufactures insulation materials, roofing membranes, wind protection and sealing products. As the construction sector is responsible for around 40 percent of all CO2 emissions worldwide, there is great incentive to reduce harmful emissions with such building materials. However, efficient production is also an important lever in counteracting climate change. At Isola the focus is on environmentally friendly production: for this goal, energy efficiency is an important factor that is prioritized in day-to-day production – for example in the vacuum supply. The…

Metso has received the relevant regulatory approvals and completed the acquisition of its long-time partner Swiss Tower Mills Minerals AG (STM).  STM’s expertise in vertical grinding mills strengthens Metso’s leading comminution solutions portfolio for the mining industry, said Metso in a statement, “playing a vital role in future-proof energy-efficient solutions for the diverse needs of customers and enabling Metso to provide enhanced service levels to customers using stirred mill technology”. “We warmly welcome our colleagues from Swiss Tower Mills Minerals to the Metso team. Our collaboration on innovative grinding solutions and services combining, for example, the well-established HIGmill and Vertimill vertical grinding solutions and HRCTM high-pressure grinding…

In the heart of Kansas, amid vast expanses of farmland and ranches stretching as far as the eye can see, operates Four Bar S, a family-owned business established in 1986 thanks to the vision and determination of the Schmidt family. Today, Chad Schmidt, the founders’ son, holds the reins of the business, proudly carrying on the work started by his parents. Four Bar S began as a small business dedicated to manure removal and customized work for local ranchers. Over time, the company has expanded its reach, now serving a vast area covering hundreds of thousands of hectares, from north-central Oklahoma…