Off-highway engines

In 2017, mining contractor HSE began what has turned out to be a highly successful upgrade of its 2500 hp Cummins Inc. QSK60 engines to reduce its carbon footprint at the South Walker Creek coal mine in Queensland’s Bowen Basin in Australia. Not only that, longer engine life and improved fuel efficiency were benefits that shone through when HSE carried out a cost benefit analysis of several eng

Cummins has long recognized the importance of diversity, equity, inclusion and culture in the workplace, and with nearly 60,000 employees operating in 59 countries, the company is committed to creating stronger environments where everyone belongs—and can win with the power of difference.  In celebration of International Day of Women in Mining (June 15), the Cummins Power Systems organ

Twenty-eight years ago, in 1996, Cummins Inc. began working with all-Australian spray equipment manufacturer, Goldacres, during development of its first self-propelled crop sprayer. The first Crop Cruiser sprayer went into production in 1999, sporting a 5.9-liter Cummins 6BTA engine producing 177 hp.    One thousand Cummins engines later, in 2024, another chapter has been added to

The mining industry is at a pivotal moment, with leading companies across the globe committing to ambitious goals to drastically cut greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. At the heart of this transformative era is Cummins Inc., which is a trusted partner of miners to help reduce carbon and greenhouse gas emissions and move towards greener operations. With Cummins, miners can make significant strides t

In today's market, remanufacturing of engine parts is gaining traction as an eco-friendly and economically viable option. Remanufacturing extends the lifecycle of an engine, ensuring both environmental sustainability and cost-effectiveness. This article looks at how Cummins Inc. uses remanufacturing for its ReCon® remanufactured parts and engines.  What is remanufacturing? ReCon parts

As the automotive industry navigates the complexities of the energy transition, vehicle software is emerging as a key component in transforming how OEMs operate and innovate. The sophistication of vehicle software components can bring new capabilities and create a higher level of efficiency and safety. This article looks at the different facets of vehicle software’s role in the energy transition a

For the past decade, mining operations have been focused on lowering cost of production, merging together Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and amount of production achieved.   Today, a third factor is impacting the equation: sustainability. Lowering costs and boosting production only go so far, considering the increasing importance of protecting the environment and the communities where mines