All Electrification Articles

Electric Dreams: When is the best time to switch to an electric machine?
Mark Ashdown explains why he chose to become an early adopter of electric construction machinery.
Yanmar’s ‘next generation’ electric machine prototype
The prototype can automate fine manual tasks, helping with construction’s labour shortages
Caterpillar C13D engine to feature in hydrogen project
The project will demo how hybridisation can support H2 power delivery
Komatsu heralds battery supplier acquisition
Mining equipment to be first application for new batteries
LeeBoy working with Portable Electric to electrify paving industry
Two companies demonstrated the Voltstack 30k, a mobile site equipment charger
First electric wheel loader from Liebherr
Battery-electric machine now available in Europe
How sustainable are alternative fuels in construction?
Are alternative fuels really better for the environment?
Volvo CE goes all-electric at Operators Club Final
At this year’s event, Volvo CE took a different approach by only showcasing electric machines
‘World’s first’ low-carbon roadworks project using 100% electric equipment
100% electric sprayer, paver and roller were used on project in France 
Mammoet unveils first components for ‘world’s largest’ electric crane
The SK6000 can be operated entirely from electric power
Volvo CE: How tech will shape construction’s future
Catrin Jones speaks to Carolina Diez Ferrer, vice president of future solutions at Volvo CE, on how the OEM is developing solutions to change the way construction uses technology
Construction equipment bodies respond to UK’s net zero shift
Association bosses say ‘softer package’ sends wrong message to the industry
LiuGong launches electric wheeled loader
21 tonner first of its kind for Europe
Zero-emission construction machinery tested on LA Project
Largest electric excavator of its kind used on Los Angeles Metro’s Purple (D Line) project 
New emission-free products from Wacker Neuson
OEM releases new products with a strong focus on sustainable solutions 
Volvo CE unveils mobile charging unit for heavy equipment
Swedish OEM delivers 600V charging solution for electric machines working on remote sites
XCMG shares ambitious plans to drive innovation and development
The company says that the project sets a clear goal and seven strategic actions to drive growth
Komatsu says new electric mini will work ‘full shift’
Zero emissions model lets equipment users ‘work non-stop for a full shift’
LiuGong chairman: why new tech will lead to fewer construction equipment OEMs
The construction equipment market is set to undergo huge change over the next 5-10 years and an acceleration in new technologies will see bigger players squeeze out smaller rivals.
Can retrofit electrification really work for construction equipment?
Some companies are starting to offer retrofit electrification kits for construction equipment. Could it be a viable alternative to a new electric machine?
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