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Continental creates new digital tool for checking truck tires

Tire and automotive technology supplier Continental Tire introduced the ContiConnect LITE. The product aims to act as a bridge between tire sensors and tire management. The ContiConnect LITE is a simple and free-of-charge gateway to selected ContiConnect functionality through a smartphone, the company notes. With this new digital tool, the company is allowing fleets and truck drivers to test the state-of-the-art system for free to show them that routine tire checks can improve the overall health and maintenance of their vehicle’s tires. The tool is for those who have Generation II sensors or Continental Intelligent Tires, but have not yet signed up for a Yard Reader or a Live System. ContiConnect LITE gives users the opportunity to access their tire data through Bluetooth, connecting to the ContiConnect On-Site App and sharing tire pressure and temperature (TPMS) with the user. The user must register online to gain instant information into their tires’ conditions. Users can create, manage and configure up to five vehicles and track the tire data. By checking the condition of tires, the ContiConnect LITE brings benefit, especially to smaller fleets, the company says.

Peterbilt unveils new carrier applications

Peterbilt recently announced two new vehicle configurations for the car carrier market: the Model 567 UltraLow Roof Day Cab and the Model 589 UltraLow Roof 58-inch Sleeper. Both configurations were developed in collaboration with leading car carriers and set new benchmarks in low-profile design, lightweight solutions, safety features, visibility and driver comfort, the company says. “The introduction of these two new configurations for car carrier applications is another example of how Peterbilt designs and manufactures products that provide individualized solutions for the unique needs of our customers,” said Scott Newhouse, Peterbilt’s chief engineer, in a statement. Both built on Peterbilt’s lightweight and rugged aluminum cab, the new configurations are ideal for maximizing load capacity and providing long-lasting durability and performance even in the harshest of conditions, the company says. The Model 567 UltraLow Roof Day Cab was designed with the industry’s lowest factor roof height of 95-inches, eliminating the need for aftermarket modifications and making it an industry leader in terms of design and efficiency, according to the company. Meanwhile, the exclusive UltraLow Roof 58-inch sleeper for the Model 589 offers both the style and comfort customers are seeking. Both models provide advanced power and performance for heavy car carrier applications, it says.

Emerson’s compact PC built to connect industrial floor to cloud

Global technology and software company Emerson unveiled the new PACSystems IPC 2010 Compact Industrial PC (IPC). The rugged industrial computer is designed to handle a wide range of machine and discrete part manufacturing automation applications. It is also designed to serve manufacturing sites and OEM machine builders who need a ruggedized, compact, durable IPC to cost-effectively support their Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), among other digital transformation initiatives. The company says that the IPC 2010 addresses this by pre-loading the PACEdge industrial edge platform and elements of Movicon.NExT SCADA software, which helps users run applications quickly using browser-based configuration. To maximize reliability and minimize user effort, provisions are included for keeping the software platform current and passively maintained, it notes. “Many customers undergoing a digital transformation want to start small and earn trust as they seek out value from edge-enabled applications,” said William Paczkowski, product manager for the IPC 2010 for Emerson’s discrete automation business, in a statement. “The IPC 2010 is specifically designed as a pre-packaged and economical solution so they can get running quickly and cost effectively.”

O-I Glass launches lightweight glass wine bottle in France

A leading producer of glass bottles and jars, O-I Glass Inc. launched a lightweight glass wine bottle with a reduced carbon impact in the French market. It is the latest proof point in O-I’s pursuit of its approved Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) target to reduced greenhouse gas emissions 25% by 2030. The lightweight glass wine bottle, named Estampe, is validated by the Carbon Trust and is a result of the company’s vision to be the most sustainable produce of sustainable glass packaging. The company believes glass to be the most sustainable packaging solution, and the Estampe bottle strengthens the overall sustainability with a reduced carbon footprint. O-I worked with the Carbon Trust to achieve the first validated, eco-designed 75-cl bottle to meet their criteria for low carbon packaging. “Our customers and consumers alike continue to seek sustainable packaging solutions. The addition of a lower carbon lightweight bottle that’s validated by the Carbon Trust demonstrates how we’re innovating to crate brand-building, iconic, sustainable solutions,” said Arnaud Aujouannet, chief sales and marketing officer for O-I, in a statement. “O-I has been innovating glass bottles for more than a century, and as the demand for lightweight, lower impact packaging rises, we’re focused on transforming our processes and technology to meet that need without compromising on design.”

Primera Technology releases AP380 Label Applicator

Manufacturer of specialized digital printing equipment Primera Technology Inc. announced its AP380 Label Applicator. The state-of-the-art applicator is designed to streamline the label application process on round or cylindrical containers, offering increased speeds and new features, the company says. It boasts a host of features that make the labeling process both faster and more efficient, with approximately 30% faster speed than Primera’s AP360/362 label applicators. It ensures that all labels are applied swiftly and accurately, providing a seamless finish on a wide variety of containers. The AP380 includes an all-new label liner rewinder that further optimizes operations by keeping the waste liner material off the floor and winding it into a roll for easy disposal. Other key features include precision labeling, increased speeds, user-friendly operation, reliable performance and is made in America. “We are excited to introduce the AP380 Label Applicator, which represents a significant advancement in label application technology,” said Mark D. Strobel, vice president of sales and marketing, in a statement. “This applicator not only speeds up production rates but also elevates product presentation, a critical factor in driving sales. With the AP380, labels are applied flawlessly and reliably, ensuring a consistent look across every package.”

The Work Truck Association (NTEA), an organization representing more than 2,100 companies, selected Andrew Wrobel as commercial vehicle insight strategist. The appointment was based on Wrobel’s commercial vehicle industry knowledge and experience. “The most valuable resource NTEA can provide its members is practical, actionable insight,” said Kevin Koester, NTEA managing director, in a statement. “Andrew brings a wealth of knowledge and understanding of the commercial vehicle market to the association, and his experience will further our mission of serving our members.”

Phillips Connect announced a partnership with Noregon, a solutions provider for the maintenance, service and upkeep of commercial vehicles and heavy-duty equipment. Aimed at integrating Phillips Connect’s Connect1 trailer data into Noregon’s Trip Vision Remote Diagnostics system, the collaboration “facilitates the effortless exchange of essential health data from Connect1,” which include specifics like locations and odometer readings. “Our integration with Trip Vision is a game-changer for the industry,” said Rob Phillips, CEO and founder of Phillips Connect, in a statement. “By bringing together the best of what both our companies have to offer, we’re enabling fleets to operate with an efficiency and clarity that was previously unattainable. This is about providing our customers with the tools they need to succeed in a competitive landscape.”

Global engineered equipment and automation solutions provider Duravant LLC has acquired German equipment manufacturer FerdinandHenneken GmbH, a manufacturer of protein processing solutions. “We are excited to broaden our equipment and technology offering to protein processors by welcoming Henneken to the Duravant family,” said Mike Kachmer, chairman and CEO of Duravant. “Henneken’s unwavering commitment to excellence and passion for innovation has been core to their success, and we look forward to strengthening that legacy of delivering customer-centric solutions.”

Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC, a North American leader in the development and manufacturing of braking systems in commercial vehicles, named Piotr Sroka as president and chief executive officer, adding to his current responsibilities as chief operating officer. He maintains his position on the Bendix Leadership Committee (BLC) and as president and CEO of the Bendix Executive Board with Dan Tassin. “I am deeply honored to be entrusted with the role of president and CEO at Bendix,” Sroka said in a statement. “This company is well positioned for growth. I look forward to working alongside our exceptional management team and world-class employees to further build Bendix’s foundation and momentum — always with our focus on meeting customer needs and operational excellence.”

A leading innovator in the hygienic and industrial mixing segment, Admix appointed Santino Zingales as the company’s new director of sales. Zingales brings a proven track record of driving revenue growth and fostering strong customer relationships, the company says. “With years of experience selling mixing and blending equipment, I am looking forward to taking on this new role and helping Admix reach new heights,” Zingales said in a statement. “Admix is a global company and while I will mainly be focused on domestic growth, I look forward to supporting the global sales initiatives in the future.”