This site delivers engineering and R&D excellence for the company, with further digital developments underway. (Image source: CNH Industrial)
CNH Industrial has inaugurated its new India Technology Center (ITC), in a move to strengthen the company’s global R&D footprint focusing on product development and digital solutions
Member of the Management Board Nicola Lemken (left) and LEMKEN’s Managing Director Anthony van der Ley. (Image source: LEMKEN)
LEMKEN, a specialist for arable farming, will invest US$20.41mn in a new machinery plant to be built in Dinteloord (North Brabant)
This new plant will also be connected to the Nieuw Prinsenland Agro Food Cluster as an additional benefit. The factory is scheduled to open its doors at the end of 2023 and will employ at least 30 additional members of staff.
In 2018, the agricultural technology company added hoeing technology, a promising field for the future, to its product range for professional arable farming. Since then, Steketee, the Dutch machine factory that LEMKEN acquired for this purpose, has grown rapidly, benefiting from the global shift towards mechanical, camera-controlled weed control.
LEMKEN’s managing director Anthony van der Ley said, “The world around us is changing fast. That’s why everybody involved in the production chain needs to work together to ensure sustainability in food production. Primary agriculture in particular plays a pioneering role here. New technologies open up a wide range of possibilities. For example, by switching to smart mechanical weed control, we can apply crop care products more precisely and gradually reduce their use. That’s why we have been going full steam ahead with the development, production and sales of Steketee machines since 2018.” Van der Ley added that the company’s ambitions go beyond a simple expansion and modernisation: “We want to invest significantly more in product development to build on Steketee’s position as an innovator, for example with the use of artificial intelligence.”
“We are very pleased that we have found a location nearby, so that all our employees can transfer to their new workplace without difficulty. The attractive environment is also important for further recruiting requirements. In addition, we will combine the creative design of the new building with the opportunity to establish ourselves as an experienced and innovative partner for other companies, for universities and colleges, and to offer a springboard for students or start-ups,” said Nicola Lemken, LEMKENs member of the management board.
Iljan Schouten, managing director of Steketee, is excited about the companys future prospects, “Just three years after our takeover of Steketee, we are now taking a big step forward. Im very proud that LEMKEN trusts the Steketee brand and our team of young talents and experienced employees. We place great value on new technologies in both our factory and our end products. We want to create not only a state-of-the-art production facility, but also a development centre and an AgroForum as a source of inspiration and knowledge for our national and international customers.”
The plough is intended to be used for meliorative tillage which means to break up compaction and improve the soil as a result. (Image source: LEMKEN)
LEMKEN, a company specialising in product development , production and sale of agricultural machinery, has recently announced the development of the ‘Carbon Farming Plough’ concept in collaboration with the Leibniz Centre for Agricultural Landscape Research (ZALF)
The F50C rough terrain forklift will make its public debut at the 2022 World Ag Expo. (Image source: New Holland)
New Holland has announced the launch of the F50C rough terrain forklift, adding a new product to its line-up of light construction equipment
The F50C has been designed for use in specialty crop operations such as vineyards, orchards and other fruit and vegetable applications, and features unique specifications, including an automatic load control system and integrated bin clamp.
“With the introduction of the F50C, we’re growing our portfolio with a relevant product that is designed for the specialty applications, for which New Holland is known,” said Tyler Mills, director of New Holland Construction. “Our dealers and customers know and trust that New Holland keeps fruit and vegetable producers at the forefront of our design and engineering, and we are excited to enter this new market.”
The company has designed the F50C with a suite of features organised around two main objectives – ease of operation and overall efficiency.
Improved operating experience
The F50C is equipped with an automatic load control system for rough terrain forklifts. This feature provides on-the-go mast cushioning to stabilise the mast under load, allowing operators to work efficiently and safely over any terrain without fear of material loss. A key by-product of load control provides a more comfortable operating experience by reducing shock from the mast. The additional stability while transporting and loading materials will help operators, as New Holland will offer a 12-foot mast with a 5,000-lb lift capacity as standard.
It also offers an integrated hydraulic produce bin clamp which allows the operator to carry multiple produce bins safely in a single pass.
“By implementing these options, it gives an operator more control and efficiency for any job they are managing, regardless of location,” Mills added. “Productivity-enhancing features are especially valuable when harvesting time-sensitive crops and we expect the F50C to be right at home in orchards and vineyards.”
Fuel and maintenance efficiency
New Holland has partnered with FPT Industrial again to power the F50C with the proven F34 3.4-litre diesel engine. Delivering 74 HP without using DEF or diesel particulate filters (DPF), the F34 is a workhorse engine with 600-hour service intervals and regeneration. Together, this engine and after-treatment system package ensures operators can work uninterrupted, save time and resources on routine maintenance, while retaining the power needed to lift and haul materials as expected.
Keeping in mind the variable terrain in specialty operations, New Holland has included 4WD, a 4x4 power shuttle transmission and differential lock standard on all F50C forklifts. These features, plus its 10-inch ground clearance, high-clearance counterweight, LED lighting package and crop shields all help operators navigate varying terrain and protect valuable crops with ease.
“We wanted to simplify the maintenance required for the F50C, and we did just that. Our goal is to keep it running to reduce shop time and downtime spent on maintenance,” Mills said.
The F50C rough terrain forklift will make its public debut at the 2022 World Ag Expo, February 8-10, 2022, in Tulare, California. It will be on display in the New Holland booth in the South Exhibits at the International Agri-Center.
AGCO’s exhibit at World Ag Expo 2022 will feature new products and interactive demonstrations. (Image source: AGCO)
AGCO Corporation will exhibit equipment from its Fendt, Massey Ferguson, Hesston by Massey Ferguson brands, as well as other implements at the 2022 World Ag Expo in Tulare, California, from 8-10 February
AGCO Corporation is a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of agricultural machinery and precision ag technology. Highlighting AGCO’s appearance will be the debut of the new Hesston WR Series windrower, the interactive FendtONE Experience Center, and a wide array of popular tractors and Ride & Drive opportunities. AGCO’s booth is located between Q and R streets on North Street.
After a digital-only show in 2021, the 55th World Ag Expo is ‘Back in AgTion’ this year and will feature more than 95 special events, seminars, equipment displays, and livestock demonstrations. “We’re tremendously excited to be back in Tulare this year,” said Darren Parker, AGCO’s vice president of Massey Ferguson NA. “Shows like World Ag Expo provide critical opportunities for farmers to share their needs and learn how AGCO equipment makes their operations more efficient and profitable.”
AGCO’s booth will feature new equipment and interactive experiences from across its brand line-up that make it a must-see stop for all attendees:
Massey Ferguson 8S Series Tractor: Debuting at the World Ag Expo, the 8S Series tractor opens a new era for Massey Ferguson’s storied brand. The 8S project began from a blank page and built a complete farming solution based on an in-depth ‘Voice of the Customer’ study, which included one-on-one interviews with operators around the globe. The result is a revolutionary and powerful tractor with a spacious cab, less noise and vibration, and better visibility for more productive operations.
Hesston WR Series Windrower by Massey Ferguson: Hesston’s hay and foraging solutions have long been the equipment of choice for farmers across the United States and attendees will be the first to see the new WR Series self-propelled windrower. Larger fuel capacity and hydraulic efficiencies means the new WR Series offers more uptime, more power, and more comfort to maximize hay production and quality. The WR Series is a smarter, more powerful way to better hay.
Hesston Balers and Rakes: Hesston by Massey Ferguson has produced the industry’s leading balers and rakes for generations, and both will be on-hand for up-close inspection. Available on the lot will be Hesston’s 2200 Series large square baler, 1800 Series small square baler, and RK Series rotary rakes.
FendtONE Experience Center: The Fendt Mobile Experience Center is an innovative digital experience that educates farmers on the unique capabilities of Fendt’s latest technology and equipment. The highly-customised platform offers multiple interactive displays that highlight Fendt tractors, combines, planters and application machinery, including informative video, customer experiences, and benchmarking results. The highlight of the experience is a complete and fully-functional FendtONE cab for visitors to operate and gain a unique hands-on user experience. The FendtONE Experience Center will be open for all attendees to enjoy.
Fendt Ride & Drive: Fendt’s Ride & Drive experience at WAE will provide hands-on opportunities of some of its newest and most powerful tractors. The Fendt 700 will feature its innovative CargoProfi loader for demonstrations and the new 1167 Vario MT and 942 Vario will be available for attendees to experience the latest in Fendt cab technology, operator ergonomics, and high-end features and capabilities.
Massey Ferguson Ride & Drive and Backhoe Challenge: These popular hands-on events return with GC backhoes, CUE tractors, and ground tools and implements. Attendees will be able to dig, scrape, blade and experience the compact utility lifestyle.
A wide array of tractors and implements: Both Fendt and Massey Ferguson will showcase tractors and implements that are ideal for the vineyards, orchards, and produce operations in the western US. Many Fendt tractors displayed will be new to World Ag Expo attendees and range from the FT 300 Vario’s 113HP to the FT 1167 Vario MT’s staggering 673HP. Massey Ferguson’s wide-ranging lineup will vary from the compact GC1700 all the way up to the new 8S Series tractor and the 8700 S workhorse.
