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On Feb. 6, an alliance of some of the country’s biggest names in vehicle and engine manufacturing and supply, the Heavy-duty Leadership Group, released a joint “Statement of Principles” calling on the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to finalize a rule by March 31st to implement new greenhouse gas standards for heavy-duty commercial vehicles. The Heavy-duty Leadership Group companies, which i

Remanufacturing engines and engines parts has emerged as a keyway to improve sustainability for businesses. This article shares an overview of the process followed by Cummins ReCon® in the remanufacturing of engines and parts along with the answers to frequently asked questions about remanufacturing.  What is the Cummins Remanufacturing process? ReCon parts are those that have originate

Cummins ReCon® products give customers the choice to replace parts with remanufactured parts or purchase ReCon engines. ReCon engines are a very sustainable choice, using up to 85 percent less energy to produce than a new engine.  This article explores the considerations for remanufacturing and ways in which Cummins ReCon can help you towards your sustainability goals. Cummins' approach

When Cummins Inc. talent scouts attend college job fairs, they usually visit the engineering schools. Luckily for Dave W., when Cummins visited Southern Illinois University in 2010, they also decided to interview students from the automotive school.   “I got a call from my college advisor about 20 hours before Cummins showed up,” Dave says. “He knew I’d been interviewing with Honda, F

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

In the push towards lowering emissions, the role of remanufacturing has become more important than ever. As industries strive to reduce their carbon footprint, Cummins Inc. is focused on remanufacturing for its environmental benefits and operational efficiency. This article outlines the process followed by Cummins ReCon® in the remanufacturing of parts along with the sustainability and financial b

Praveena feels like a doctor, even though she doesn’t have a medical degree. Her “operations” happen in Electrical Hardware Integration at Cummins Inc. where she is a master at wiring harnesses. “Wiring harnesses are like the nervous system of the human body,” she says. “Every portion of the wiring harness sensors connect to every part of the engine.”  Harness wires act as the communica

What is the fuel delivery system? The fuel delivery system is one of the most critical components in a vehicle and is the heart of a vehicle's power generation process. The fuel delivery system serves a similar function to a fuel tank in diesel-powered vehicles. However, the fuel delivery system is specifically designed to handle gaseous fuels like hydrogen and natural gas, both of which are

“Lead by example” is the motto Daniel adopted from his father, an engineer in the oil industry.  Born and raised in Venezuela, Daniel’s family moved often due to his father’s work. Adapting to new cultures — and sometimes being the only representation of Venezuelans in the area — became part of Daniel’s childhood. To make his family and his homeland proud, no matter where he lived, Daniel

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

As a child, Rob loved taking things apart. This passion followed him through college, where he majored in mechanical engineering and was drawn to the test and measurement space. Today, after 16 years at Cummins Inc., Rob takes apart products and processes for a living as the Operational Excellence Lead for Technical Operations. “Engineers come up with fantastic ideas, and we devise fantastic wa

What greater way to cap off our year of events & resources on disability awareness than to talk about International Day of Persons with Disabilities Day on December 3rd. This observance was established by a resolution of the United Nations General Assembly in 1992. Their goal in creating this resolution was to “promote the rights and well-being of persons with disabilities in al