OilFieldTrader Technology Blog Archive

Komatsu’s FrontRunner Autonomous Haulage System Can Now Run On Private LTE Networks

Posted On: February 6, 2019

Komatsu recently announced that its FrontRunner Autonomous Haulage System (AHS) can now operate on private LTE mobile broadband networks. ...

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Komatsu’s FrontRunner Autonomous Haulage System Hits 2 Billion-Ton Milestone

Posted On: December 11, 2018

Komatsu’s FrontRunner Autonomous Haulage System has moved over 2 billion tons of surface material since launching in 2008. ...

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Ditch Witch Introduces HDD VR Simulator To Provide Realistic Horizontal Directional Drill Training

Posted On: November 7, 2018

Ditch Witch recently introduced what it claims is the construction industry’s first virtual reality simulator aimed at preparing horizontal directional drill operators for safe underground equipment operation. ...

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Volvo Unveils LX2 Electric Compact Wheel Loader

Posted On: September 24, 2018

Volvo Construction Equipment has lifted the curtain on its new LX2 electric compact wheel loader concept at the Volvo Group Innovation Summit in Berlin. ...

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SpotSee Keeps Tabs On Mission-Critical Equipment For The Oil & Gas Industry

Posted On: August 16, 2018

The company’s various products monitor shocks, vibrations, temperature, and other key variables and can send alerts to equipment operators in the event of impending malfunctions. ...

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What's New At Sandhills Global

Posted 6/4/2026

Find out about the latest Sandhills features and news, including the new Bloomberg/Sandhills dealer survey, the new parts hub, Hot Lists, and more. ...

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Used Construction Equipment Rentals Remain Strong as Sales Cool

Posted 6/4/2026

Used construction equipment inventory levels continued to decline in May, led by crawler excavators and wheel loaders, according to the latest Sandhills Global market reports. ...

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Used Truck Fleets Continue to Age Amidst Ongoing Inventory Decline

Posted 5/7/2026

According to the latest Sandhills Global market reports, inventory levels of used trucks on TruckPaper.com and other Sandhills platforms are down over 20% compared to last year and is continuing a downward trend. ...

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What's New At Sandhills Global

Posted 4/30/2026

Find out about the latest additions to Sandhills platforms, including TruckPaper.com’s new trailer model names and BoatHarbor.com’s new mobile app. ...

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Used Semi-Trailer Market Improves Despite Downward Truck Market Trends and Rising Fuel Prices

Posted 4/6/2026

According to new Sandhills Global market reports, used semi-trailer asking prices and auction values ticked up in March and are trending upward. ...

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AuctionTime Reaches More Heavy Machinery Buyers

Posted 3/13/2026

Read our post to learn how AuctionTime brings more bidders to weekly online auctions through unmatched exposure ahead of the sale. ...

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Sandhills’ Flexible Sales Strategies Let You Tune Your Approach For The Best ROI

Posted 3/12/2026

Sandhills' flexible sales strategies help you sell the way you need to. ...

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Activate OS Is Your Equipment Management Operating System

Posted 3/12/2026

Activate OS (ActivateOS.com) is an all-in-one equipment management platform used by dealers, heavy equipment fleet o\wners, and rental companies to track assets, automate inspections, and unlock new revenue streams for parts and service. ...

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Get Easy Equipment Financing With CurrencyFinance

Posted 3/11/2026

CurrencyFinance’s fast, easy application helps equipment buyers secure financing up to $500,000 with low fixed rates and terms up to 72 months. ...

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VIP+ Provides Accurate Valuations Plus Dealer Pricing Tools

Posted 3/11/2026

The Value Insight Portal+ (VIP+, formerly FleetEvaluator), generates accurate equipment, truck, and trailer valuations plus exclusive dealer pricing tools. ...

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