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Content Marketing Awards go to Volvo CE's 'the Megaproject Listing'

01.08.2018 13:00 The Volvo CE's global digital campaign 'The Megaproject Listing' was recognized with Content Marketing Awards in the category Transportation (Air/Auto/Rail/Ship) Publication. This is one of the most respected international marketing awards. The price... The Volvo CE's global digital campaign 'The Megaproject Listing' was recognized with Content Marketing Awards in the category Transportation (Air/Auto/Rail/Ship) Publication. This is one of the most respected international marketing awards. The price handover will take place at Content Marketing World in Cleveland, Ohio. The jury appraised submitted project in every aspect of content marketing from strategy and distribution to editorial and design. The Volvo Megaprojects are not just about building and rebuilding but also about affecting people’s lives. The first Volvo CE's Megaproject was realised in Florida when building new I-4 Ultimate highway which was considered to be one of the most dangerous in America. 1 000 000 tons of asphalt, 225 km of pipe, 53 new bridges, 2 new express lanes and 71 Volvo machines as big, reliable helpers in this project. Second Megaproject is happening in Sweden when whole Kiruna city center is relocated due the to mining. Another Volvo's job is in Paris. Until 2030 there should be build 4 new metro lanes which means 200km of new railway lines, 68 new stations and easier transport from suburb to suburb without need to enter the inner city. Volvo CE's excavators, wheel loader and dump truck will take part in all this. Another ambitious project will be done in Dubai, UAE. This city has the world's tallest building, the biggest shopping mall, the biggest man-made island and now they are working on the world's busiest airport capable to serve 200 million passengers. For now the last project is in Bolivia where the whole new city will be build - Nueva Santa Cruz. The goal is this city will become financial hub thanks to its strategic location. All major cities in South America can reach the Santa Cruz airport within 3 hours. ‘The Megaproject Listing’ campaign aims to show Volvo CE's modern vision how can original construction projects transform societes.
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Volvo CE presents EC750E HR demolition excavator

29.06.2018 12:27 This demolition excavator is able to reach up to 36m above ground and 9.5m below ground and it can work underground and underwater which makes him very versatile. Volvo EC750E HR has exhaust emissions Stage IV/Tier 4 Final and total machine weight is... This demolition excavator is able to reach up to 36m above ground and 9.5m below ground and it can work underground and underwater which makes him very versatile. Volvo EC750E HR has exhaust emissions Stage IV/Tier 4 Final and total machine weight is 104 tonnes. The Volvo engine D16J with 6 cylinders roars with Net power of 392 kW. Featuring Volvo Advanced Combustion Technology (V-ACT), the engine uses precise, high pressure fuel injectors, turbo charger and airto-air intercooler, and electronic engine controls to optimize machine performance. The electrical system that is well protected because of waterproof double lock harness plugs. The EC750E HR is flexible because it is manufactured in a version with two high-reach demolition boom sets, and one digging boom set with extension. The longest configuration with reach up to 36m can carry 3.6 tonnes. The second configuration can reach up to 26m and can carry 5 tonnes. The digging boom set has extension 4.4m and maximum pin height is 18m. The EC750E HR contains a patented hydraulic modular joint concept which uses a two-pin hydraulic lock mechanism to change from high-reach to digging configuration. The EC750E HR's undercarriage is 0.5m longer and 1m wider compared to EC750E and EC750E HR’s machine weight is 100 tonnes. The other advantages are the retractable undercarriage, large area laminated glazing for a better view, a real-time Total Moment Indicator which is an effective load control system which tells the operator if there is an overstability threat. The machine was given a heavy-duty belly cover, side reinforcement, and boom and crusher cylinders are also better protected.
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Wheel Loader ZEUX originated from Volvo CE and LEGO cooperation

27.06.2018 14:13 Volvo Construction Equipment and LEGO® Technic with help of children worked together to create a model of an autonomous, futuristic wheel loader. This collaboration has led to number of potentially revolutionary patents. What started as a toy making... Volvo Construction Equipment and LEGO® Technic with help of children worked together to create a model of an autonomous, futuristic wheel loader. This collaboration has led to number of potentially revolutionary patents. What started as a toy making fun became a model for real life construction machine. It all began in 2016 when two design leads met at the dinner and the final product was brought to toy stores in August 2018. Customers still need to wait for the real wheel loader to be introduced to the market but autonomous and electric construction machines are becoming a reality. Based on children's feedback two main unique features will be developed. The first one is the scout drone and the second one is the adaptable “camera” boom mounted on the roof of the machine, called the Eye. The Eye should simulate “eye contact”. When people want to cross the road they decide based on the contact with the driver whether it is safe to move or not. But with autonomous machine there is nobody to make a contact with. And even if the Volvo Concept Wheel Loader ZEUX will not be driving on the road it will interact with workers at the construction site. The drone is an extension of ZEUX, it can see things, find people, scan below the ground or identify different qualities of material. Also other ideas came out as a result of workshops and meetings and will be further developed. For example extendable counterweight, raising and lowering chassis or 4-wheel steering. The ZEUX is designed with four electric hub motors, one for each wheel. The wheels are full of sensor to reach great traction and stability. Because ZEUX does not have an operator cabin the chassis can be moved in ways which would not be possible with the cabin. The frame can be raised all lowered as needed. Counterweight is moved automatically so ZEUX can alter its center of gravity as needed. The whole model is powered with 150 kWh battery which can last up to five hours before it needs to be recharged by induction charging.
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Line of versatile Volvo CE's excavators - from ECR18E to EC950E

26.06.2018 14:00 Volvo Construction Equipment claims to be one of the leading construction manufacturers and brings wide range of excavators with different features to the market. Here you can find an overview of six different excavators or excavator's technologies. ... Volvo Construction Equipment claims to be one of the leading construction manufacturers and brings wide range of excavators with different features to the market. Here you can find an overview of six different excavators or excavator's technologies. The EW240E material handler is the continuation of EW210D MH concept. This wheeled excavator helps in waste and recycling industries. The operator's cabin can be lifted to up to 5m above the ground and ensure an eye-level view. The EW240E material handler can reach up to 11m forward and is equipped with limited arm to ensure there will be no collision between the cab and the grapple. Volvo CE can adapt any excavator to the customer needs. Like when EC220D LR becomes an amphibious dredger with super long tracks, boom and arm. The Volvo EC950E is the biggest crawler excavator in Volvo CE's line up. While the EC750D excavator delivers bucket breakout force 389kN, the EC950E can deliver up to 478kN of bucket breakout force. This is why it is a big helper when working with hard and heavy materials. The Volvo excavator EC950E is very stable and able to work in challenging environments thanks to wide track gauge, long track length, a retractable undercarriage, and an optimized counterweight. The ECR18E compact excavator was first introduced at INTERMAT Paris in April this year. This small machine can fit into very tight spaces and yet not collide with any obstacles thanks to the ultra-short tail. The ECR18E has the shortest radius in the Volvo range. This Volvo compact excavator is easy to maintain and designed for low cost of ownership to suite to the needs of rental businesses. Demolition helper EC700CHR can be equipped with high-reach equipment same as with standard boom-and-arm. It can be changed quickly thanks to hydraulic modular joint, Volvo says the transformation can be done in 30 minutes. This brings higher utilisations to its owner. Volvo CE does not only manufacture the machines but also develops technologies which make machine work easier and more effective. Example of this kind of technology is Volvo Co-Pilot with different types of Assist such as Load Assist, Compact Assist, Pave Assist and Dig Assist when the last one is for excavators. The Volvo Co-pilot was first introduced at bauma 2016. The Dig Assist brings more accuracy and allows to finish digging tasks in shorter time. It grants more safety because it is not necessary to leave the cab to check the grades and levels. Also the Dig Assist is equipped with audio and visual alerts. Volvo's system gives the operator real-time, 3D view of f the machine's movements on the 10-inch high-resolution touch screen. It is intuitive and easy-to-use.
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Future 5G Technology tested by Volvo CE

13.06.2018 13:12 While the launch of 5G mobile technologies for commercial use is planned for 2020, Volvo CE together with mobile operator Telia Company and Ericsson are already testing this technology. With speeds of up to 100 gigabits per second, 5G is supposed to... While the launch of 5G mobile technologies for commercial use is planned for 2020, Volvo CE together with mobile operator Telia Company and Ericsson are already testing this technology. With speeds of up to 100 gigabits per second, 5G is supposed to be as much as 1000 times faster than 4G. It will be possible to transport more data in less time with higher reliability which brings opportunity for autonomous and remote-controlled machines development. 5G Technology should provide lower latency when latency is the time that passes between sending the information and receiving it by the user. Especially for mining sector it would be a huge step forward. It takes long time to ventilate after blasting rocks before it is safe for operator to enter. Eliminating human factor would bring more safety and productivity. Volvo Construction Equipment will test all the network possibilities in Eskilstuna, Sweden by creating a local cellular network at its facility. Volvo CE doesn't partner with Telia Company for the first time but they already worked together on testing of a concept remote-control wheel loader capable of operating deep underground. This project was named Digitalization Project of the Year at the Telecom Gala. 5G Technology could push this concept even further because it could solve the problems with network delays. The delay between the wheel loader and above-ground controls needs to be minimal to ensure the safety and productivity. Remote technology could also change the wheel loader design as there will be no need for operator cab which will bring less weight.
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Specially adjusted Volvo machines modernize timber transportation in Russia

31.05.2018 11:00 In Arkhangelsk region, north of St. Petersburg in Russia, where are many areas impossible to reach by road, there is Arkhsplav timber company struggling to keep the pace with timber industry growth. Before that the timbers were brought down by the... In Arkhangelsk region, north of St. Petersburg in Russia, where are many areas impossible to reach by road, there is Arkhsplav timber company struggling to keep the pace with timber industry growth. Before that the timbers were brought down by the old-fashioned way using floating cranes but the cost was increasing. Until they asked Volvo Construction Equipment for help. Volvo filled customer’s needs by EC250 crawler excavator with specially modified 20m boom together with L120 wheel loader, both with grapple attachments. While the Volvo wheel loader stacks the logs on the bank of the Northern Dvina River, the crawler excavator creates timber rafts. With Volvo machinery loading is much faster and all operations are for lower cost so Arkhsplav is able to send eight rafts a day instead of just two as it was before. Volvo does not forget the operator’s comfort and safety. The cab is equipped with comfortable seat from where is very good visibility and the noise levels are very low. Excavator crawler tracks make the operator safe even on the unstable ground. In the future more Volvo machines might be seen on the river banks of Northern Dvina River.
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Volvo CE attachments for excavator are secure and universal

26.04.2018 15:20 Tiltrotators have been the most popular in Nordic markets but is starts to change and the popularity is increasing also in France, Germany, BeNeLux and Switzerland thanks to Volvo’s factory-fit tiltrotator solution for excavators. The widen product... Tiltrotators have been the most popular in Nordic markets but is starts to change and the popularity is increasing also in France, Germany, BeNeLux and Switzerland thanks to Volvo’s factory-fit tiltrotator solution for excavators. The widen product lineup of Steelwrist tiltrotators is now suitable for up to 15 (large and newly compact) excavator models. Volvo tiltrotators are compatible with wide variety of buckets, for example grading bucket, narrow bucket suitable for work around cables or pipes, or classic digging bucket. Complete safety is ensured by Front Pin-Lock (FPL), quick couplers and second mechanical lock. The newest product among Volvo attachments is tiltable ditching bucket available for large excavators. All attachments by Volvo are ready to work right after delivery.
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The ECR355E crawler excavator with short swing brings new size class to the Volvo CE excavator lineup

16.02.2018 10:50 The ECR355E is the newest extension of the Volvo E-Series excavator product line. Heavy infrastructure, demolition or road building are no obstacles for the ECR355E. This machine is designed to work in tight spaces where otherwise less efficient... The ECR355E is the newest extension of the Volvo E-Series excavator product line. Heavy infrastructure, demolition or road building are no obstacles for the ECR355E. This machine is designed to work in tight spaces where otherwise less efficient machines would have to be used. The Volvo D8 Tier 4 Final engine brings 18% more horsepower and 28% higher torque compared to previous model Volvo ECR305C. More powerful engine but with reduced emissions and increased fuel efficiency which is guaranteed by ECO mode and Auto Idle and Auto Engine Shutdown features. Bigger machine adaptability is ensured by new updates and features. For example demolition packages, dozer blade and two-piece boom, Steelwrist® tiltrotator, cab equipped with more space, better visibility, wider entrance, radio or ergonomic controls. Side-view camera reduces blind spots. The new feature – bird’s eye view of the machine – is prepared. Machine sustainability stands/relies on X-frame undercarriage, steel top roller and rugged boom while Volvo ActiveCare Direct takes care of servicing and maintenance in general.
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Volvo CE announces launch of new roller SD160B

31.01.2018 09:00 The Volvo CE added a completely new machine to the B-series product line – the SD160B soil compactor. This 16-tonne compactor with 2.1m wide drum allows the adjustments of five variable frequencies, centrifugal force and auto-vibration feature,... The Volvo CE added a completely new machine to the B-series product line – the SD160B soil compactor. This 16-tonne compactor with 2.1m wide drum allows the adjustments of five variable frequencies, centrifugal force and auto-vibration feature, based on ground conditions. The Volvo traction system enables the SD160B soil compactor to work on steep or slippery surfaces. The change from a smooth to a padfoot drum, can be done very simply by just attaching a padfoot shell. To ensure the best performance the real-time density mapping technology by Volvo Compact Assist is shown to the operator on Co-Pilot Screen. Operator’s cab is equipped with adjustable seat, ergonomic controls, climate control and padded floor. High quality components and strong high-quality steel structure make the SD160B one of the most durable soil compactors on the market. The excellent Stage IV Volvo engine with Diesel Particulate Filter and effective cooling fan brings power to the single-drum compactor.
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Volvo CE’s EX2 wins Intermat Innovation Award

24.01.2018 09:00 Volvo CE considers electrification of construction equipment to be the future for the industry. Electrification will allow usage of machines in densely populated areas, even at night. And fully-electric compact excavator EX2 could be one of them.... Volvo CE considers electrification of construction equipment to be the future for the industry. Electrification will allow usage of machines in densely populated areas, even at night. And fully-electric compact excavator EX2 could be one of them. This Volvo prototype won renowned Intermat Innovation Award in Earthmoving & Demolition category. The EX2 excavator brings zero emissions, higher efficiency and lower noise levels. Two lithium ion batteries replaced the combustion engine and hydraulic architecture was substituted with the electric one. Volvo EX2 does not have any mechanical joysticks and it can be operated remotely from a phone or tablet which decreases the safety risks. All these innovations do not have any impact on the machine performance. The only flaw on this Volvo prototype might be the commercial unavailability because the EX2 is still part of the research project.
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“Building tomorrow” – Volvo’s motto for Intermat Paris 2018

23.01.2018 09:00 Under the motto “Building tomorrow” Volvo Construction Equipment showcased its latest innovation and solutions at the 2018 Intermat in Paris. Volvo CE shared exhibition space with its sister companies Volvo Trucks, Volvo Penta and Volvo Financial... Under the motto “Building tomorrow” Volvo Construction Equipment showcased its latest innovation and solutions at the 2018 Intermat in Paris. Volvo CE shared exhibition space with its sister companies Volvo Trucks, Volvo Penta and Volvo Financial Services. Volvo CE is focusing on the future that is why they introduced the EX2 fully-electric compact excavator prototype and other electromobility research projects. But electrification is not the only direction for Volvo. That prove fuel efficient machines, for example the short-swing radius wheeled excavator EWR170E, wheeled excavator EW220E, short-swing radius crawler excavator ECR355E, soil compactor SD160B or ABB pavers P6820D and P7820D. The Volvo material handler EW240E was displayed in the demolition zone, the shows outdoor area. The Volvo material handler EW240E was displayed in the demolition zone, the shows outdoor area. Visitors had a chance to experience Volvo Co-Pilot and the full range of Volvo Assist functions – Load Assist, Compact Assist, Dig Assist and Haul Assist. Meanwhile Volvo Penta presented their lineup of EU Stage V engines D5, D8, D11, D13 and D16. Volvo is very customer-focused company and it does not matter whether their clients need assistance with finance, insurance or rental or they are just interested in Volvo attachments and Genuine Volvo Parts.
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Volvo CE comes with its own product line of rigid haulers

13.01.2018 14:50 Volvo Construction Equipment will enter the rigid hauler market with its own four-model range. This will introduce R45D, R60D, R70D and R100E into the product line. The new Volvo CE rigid hauler from E-Series R100E is designed to deliver high... Volvo Construction Equipment will enter the rigid hauler market with its own four-model range. This will introduce R45D, R60D, R70D and R100E into the product line. The new Volvo CE rigid hauler from E-Series R100E is designed to deliver high performance and productivity, easy serviceability and operator comfort, all for low cost. Volvo CE builds on expertise of its subsidiary Terex Trucks and combines it with Volvo Group’s technological experience. The results of this cooperation are greater visibility and safety systems which help customers from mining and quarrying segments. The improved V-shaped body, efficient hydraulics and intelligent monitoring systems make the Volvo rigid haulers easy to operate and maintain. The most recent lineup of rigid haulers will be produced by Volvo Motherwell, Scotland and sold via a dealer network while the Terex Trucks hauler range will remain and will be distributed through Terex Trucks dealer network.
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Volvo CE expands asphalt compactor series with the DD110C

10.01.2018 09:00 The latest member among C-Series models is the double drum asphalt compactor DD110C. It joined recently introduced models DD120C and DD140C in the product line. All these models are powered by the Volvo D4 Tier 4 Final engine but they vary with the... The latest member among C-Series models is the double drum asphalt compactor DD110C. It joined recently introduced models DD120C and DD140C in the product line. All these models are powered by the Volvo D4 Tier 4 Final engine but they vary with the drum width or with the number of vibrations per minute. While the DD140C with 2,135m wide drum delivers 3200 vibrations per minute, the DD110C with its 1,7m broad drum produces 3800 vibrations per minute and develops the working speed 18m/min. With an 8-amplitude drum option a wide variety of operations from thin to thick lift applications is allowed. An Impact Spacing Meter helps to control speed and smoothness. The Compact Assist with Density Direct provides real-time density data and prevents under- or over-compaction and the variable-interval water spraying system prevents material pick-up. All this information is shown on the Volvo Co-Pilot touchscreen display. The Volvo CareTrack® telematics system with ActiveCare Direct takes care of monitoring the entire variety of machine data and allows for more effective service scheduling or maintenance in general.
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