Articles by Jenny Lescohier

5 electric construction machines introduced so far this year
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Published on: 15 July 2024
Here鈥檚 a look at some of the latest electric-powered earthmovers and material handlers to hit the market since the start of 2024
AI-powered robotic excavators take direction on site
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Published on: 10 June 2024
Gravis Robotics is developing a module that attaches to individual excavators so they can work to spec every day on the job 
JCB continues commitment to access equipment with new telescopic boom for NA rental market
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Published on: 07 March 2024
UK-based OEM plans to expand line, manufacture locally to serve market
John Deere reports on the status of its new excavator line
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Published on: 28 February 2024
Following the end of its manufacturing agreement with Hitachi, John Deere has been working on the introduction of its own line of excavators, designed and built in the US
5 things we learned at The ARA Show
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Published on: 21 February 2024
Rental penetration has reached pre-pandemic levels and growth expectations are higher than expected
Interview: Sunbelt Rentals and the role of energy storage in rental
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Published on: 14 February 2024
Mark Wilton, director, sustainable energy - power & HVAC services with Sunbelt Rentals, talks about how rental companies can help bring battery energy storage to the world
Interview: United Rentals on why access management is a key to success
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Published on: 12 February 2024
Tony Leopold, senior vice president of strategy & digital at United Rentals, talks about the company鈥檚 new Access Management system and what it means for renters
Interview: BigRentz CEO Scott Cannon on the future of construction and rental
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Published on: 07 February 2024
Once called an industry 鈥榙isrupter鈥�, the largest rental aggregator in the US is making headlines as it positions itself as a next-level solutions provider for construction and rental companies
Turning diesel-powered construction equipment into zero-emissions machines
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Published on: 05 February 2024
ZQuip modular energy solution puts rental companies at the center of the effort to electrify jobsites
9 takeaways from United Rentals鈥� full-year 鈥�23 report
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Published on: 29 January 2024
On the heels of a record-breaking fourth quarter, the world鈥檚 largest rental company looks forward to the expansion of specialty rentals and its growing role in mega projects
Leading economist: US economy to weaken in first half of 2024
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Published on: 24 January 2024
Contributing factors include the end of Covid relief programs, lingering impacts of monetary policy and credit tightening
Interview: Wacker Neuson gears up for John Deere excavator production
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Published on: 18 January 2024
Gert Reichetseder, president and CEO Americas, talks about when to expect new models and how the market is shaping up to receive them
5 tech takeaways from CES 2024
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Published on: 17 January 2024
Leading equipment manufacturers were a force at CES 2024, showing off tech for the future of construction and agriculture while hinting at a new world to come
The biggest developments in construction equipment in 2023
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Published on: 14 December 2023
This was a year characterized by exciting advancements in power alternatives, operational digitalization, autonomous equipment and so much more
Magni buys back Dingli鈥檚 20% share
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Published on: 12 December 2023
Italian OEM returns to 100% family ownership following November transaction.
Machine control made for rental fleets
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Published on: 01 December 2023
Topcon鈥檚 portable MC-Mobile machine control solution is made for use on compact equipment, bringing the benefits of digital construction to smaller contractors and rental fleets
Voice-enabled equipment management platform promises time and cost savings
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Published on: 13 November 2023
New AI-powered feature controlled by voice - in English and Spanish - gives users real-time information about equipment
Can a 鈥榝lying light tower鈥� revolutionize job site illumination?
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Published on: 07 November 2023
U.S.-based startup is beta testing a drone-based tethered light that fits into a person-portable wheeled case and puts 8,000 sq ft of OSHA-quality light on the ground
How equipment rental supports military veterans
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Published on: 03 November 2023
Leading rental businesses are recognized for their commitment to building a labor force with people who鈥檝e served their country
Bulldozers: Balancing high performance with ease of operation
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Published on: 17 August 2023
Advancing tech in today鈥檚 dozers makes it possible to get more done with less, writes Jenny Lescohier
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