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Fpt “Xc13” engine brake, descents no problem

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On the occasion of the presentation of the new “teardown area” Fpt Industrial took the opportunity to take stock of the latest product innovations and the most recent applied technologies. Protagonist among the “Xc13” thermal engines, the first unit that the brand has designed on the basis of new development objectives in terms of efficiency, application flexibility and power supply. Ranging between diesel, natural gas and hydrogen versions. Among the various technologies implemented on the unit, the engine braking system stands out, specific for heavy-duty applications. “High performance engine brake”,…

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Luv, the table grape fair, arrives in Bari

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Despite the economic difficulties that have led to a reduction in national production in recent years from one million 400 thousand to one million tonnes, Italy remains the most important European producer and exporter of table grapes. This is also thanks to the period of strong evolution experienced by the sector through that path of varietal innovation which reached its peak with the variety characterized by seedless grapes which in practice led to changes not only in field production, but also in marketing and in consumption. Luv, the table grape…

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Landini “Series 5 Roboshift”, advanced robotization

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The Landini “5 Series” medium utility tractors are among the best examples of the technical-functional characteristics essential for Italian agriculture. Weighing between 3,700 and 4,000 kilograms and with wheelbases ranging from 2,171 to 2,355 millimeters, the four models in this series — named “5-085,” “5-100,” “5-110,” and “5-120” — are versatile machines. They can meet the demands of larger farms and contractors while also serving as multifunctional machines for smaller family-run farms working on smaller plots of land. Automation and Comfort Are Key In both operational scenarios, it’s worth noting…

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Valtra, personalized technological training

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One of the main challenges any industrial sector faces when producing goods for mass consumption lies in the need to teach potential customers how to fully utilize the functional capabilities of those goods. This challenge becomes more complex as the commercial offerings become more technologically advanced. An example of this can be seen in the digital features offered by the latest generation of tractors, which are capable of operating with high levels of automation and autonomy, provided that users know how to program them and appropriately manage the human-machine interfaces…

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Always the right pressure with Bcs “Neva Avant” mowers

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In 1943, Luigi Castoldi, Camillo Bonetti, and Severino Speroni developed the first self-propelled sickle bar mower with oscillating blades in history, a machine labeled “242,” which revolutionized an agricultural sector that, until then, relied primarily on human labor. Over time, the machine was continuously refined and complemented by other motorized mowers. It also gave rise to a series of front-mounted oscillating blade mowers, later followed by front-mounted rotary disc mowers. Decades of Expertise In fact, it can be said that Bcs’s experience in the field of front-mounted mowers boasts more…

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Bkt forestry tyres, three specific series for forestry

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Wooded areas are one of the most difficult natural environments to approach in terms of economic management. In fact, they present themselves with connotations that significantly hinder the possibilities of mechanization of activities, starting from the dense and disorderly vegetation which severely limits the movements of men and machines up to the irregular and uneven surfaces which are often characterized by accentuated inclinations. As if that were enough, these limitations are then combined with the continuous presence of obstacles that put the robustness of the propulsion and traction systems of…

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John Deere “T6” and “T5” combines: conventional machines with a digital twist

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In Italy, the registrations of combine harvesters in the first quarter of last year, according to FederUnacoma, amounted to 60 out of a total of 407 seasonal registrations, from October 1, 2022, to September 30, 2023. This year, in the same three months, registrations were only 26, showing a decline of over 56 percent, the highest drop among all types of agricultural machinery recorded in the same period. John Deere combines: conventional machines are all new It is an extremely difficult time for large harvesters, which John Deere has responded…

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Trelleborg tires “PneuTrac” and “Tm1 Eco Power”: black on the outside, green on the inside

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The Trelleborg brand is present in the agricultural tire market with a product range divided into seven main segments, designed to support tractors, harvesting machines, sprayers and spreaders, transport equipment, agro-industrial machinery, forestry machines, gardening equipment, and light vehicles. It offers a comprehensive and varied selection of radial and conventional tires capable of meeting every specific application, always ensuring premium performance and durability. These qualities are made possible by constant investments in research and innovation, which have often led to the launch of exclusive technologies and products. Among these, for…

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Kubota “M4003” series, a virtuous combination

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Ranked third among the major global industrial groups in the agricultural mechanization sector, with a consolidated turnover of just under 19 billion euros, Kubota has experienced exponential growth in the Italian market over the past decade. This growth has allowed the Osaka-based multinational to achieve and maintain a market share of over five percent. Tailor-Made Solutions This successful journey is also the result of an expansion in product range pursued by the Japanese company, with the aim of making its commercial offering as well-suited as possible to meet the operational…

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Cnh, the full line can wait

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According to the economic newspaper Il Sole 24 Ore, the Cnh group has reportedly sold its Danish division under the Kongskilde brand. The news comes from a letter written by Carlo Alberto Sisto, president of CNH for the EMEA region (Europe, Middle East, Africa), addressed to partners and distributors, as well as a statement given to the newspaper by Giampaolo Mercati, CEO of Seko Industries, the buyer. Seko Industries, a company owned by the Italian fund Ibla Capital and specialized in the production of machinery for livestock feeding, recycling, and…

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