Mon November 18, 2013
Volvo Commercial Becomes Internet Sensation
A new commercial from Volvo Trucks featuring Jean Claude Van Damme has become an internet sensation overnight. The video, which was designed to showcase the stability of Volvo steering, features Van Damme performing a complete leg split between two moving trucks....
Wed October 30, 2013
Volvo Introduces Performance Grade Pavers
The P8820C ABG tracked paver from Volvo Construction Equipment can pave widths up to 42.7 ft. (13 m), while the P7820C ABG paves up to 36 ft. (11 m). Both machines combine power and precision — delivering a perfectly smooth mat, even in demanding conditions, such as steep hills....
Wed October 23, 2013
Pat Olney Leaves Volvo Construction Equipment
Mr. Pat Olney, currently President of Volvo Construction Equipment, has decided to leave his position to take up a new challenge in a non-competing, large engineering company based in the U.S.A. Pat Olney will remain in his present position until year end....
Mon October 21, 2013
Volvo CE Signs Special Application Agreement With Philippi-Hagenbuch
Volvo Construction Equipment has entered into an international supply agreement with Philippi-Hagenbuch Inc. (PHIL) to offer its customized products and technology including its proprietary ejector bodies, water tanks, J-Hook systems, sticky material carryback solutions in addition to other articulated hauler customizations....
Tue October 15, 2013
Volvo L30G and L35G Wheel Loaders Received Improvements
The updated L30G and L35G wheel loaders from Volvo Construction Equipment may be compact — making them ideal for tight turns and work in restricted areas — but they possess the versatility and breakout and lifting forces expected from larger machines....
Tue October 08, 2013
Volvo CE, K-Tec Earthmovers Join Up to Promote Efficiency
Volvo CE and K-Tec Earthmovers Inc. have engaged in a strategic alliance to promote efficient methods of earthmoving world-wide. A Volvo articulated dump truck (ADT) pulling a K-Tec ADT scraper is recognized as an approved advancement in the construction and mining industries....
Wed September 25, 2013
Volvo CE F- Series: Bringing Innovation to the Job
The Volvo F-Series line includes four models, ranging in capacity from the 26.5-ton (24 t) A25F to the 43-ton (39 t) A40F. Designed for Power and Fuel EfficiencyVolvo F-Series articulated haulers are equipped with Volvo D11 (A25F, A30F), D13 (A35F), and D16 (A40F) Tier IVi engines featuring Volvo advanced combustion technology (V-ACT)....
Thu September 19, 2013
Volvo Rents Partners With HGTV Celebrity Ahmed Hassan
Volvo Rents, known for its philanthropic efforts with Homes for Our Troops (HFOT), has partnered with popular HGTV and DIY Network star Ahmed Hassan, best known as the creative host on “Yard Crashers.” Hassan will provide the landscaping and yard makeover for three homes being built and donated by HFOT with the help of Volvo Rents....
Mon September 16, 2013
Volvo Small-Wonder ECR25D Short Swing Radius Excavator Gets up Close and Personal
It might be small, but the ECR25D compact excavator from Volvo Construction Equipment delivers maximum mobility, performance and power. With a weight of 2.5 tons (2.2 t), the ECR25D achieves greater breakout and tearout forces (8,453 lbs....
Wed August 28, 2013
Volvo Rents Unveils Consumer App on Android
Volvo Rents, a worldwide provider of small-to-medium sized construction equipment, recently introduced a mobile app for Android phones. The original Apple iOS app was released back in July 2010 and has undergone both minor and significant updates since its release....
