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Life is a series of sliding doors, opening, and closing with opportunities and setbacks, just waiting for you to step in or out. Communications Manager Jasmine stepped through one of those doors while she was a student at Hanover College in Indiana, and it changed her life forever. When Jasmine was a junior at Hanover College, she was asked to give a speech about the role financial aid has play
Whether it is the power, reliability, or durability, 75% of all RAM 2500 and 2500 Heavy-Duty pickup owners choose the optional Cummins Inc. 6.7L Turbo Diesel. Manufacturing of this legendary engine is getting cleaner every day. In April of 2022, Columbus Mid-Range Engine Plant (CMEP) Indirect Materials Manager, Sven Creutz and Continuous Improvement Leader, Clayton Johnson, implemented a nitril
We are heartbroken by the devastation in Turkey and Syria caused by the earthquakes on February 6. Tens of thousands of people have lost their lives in the deadliest seismic event in the world in more than a decade. Cummins is grateful for our expert global disaster relief partner Save the Children, a leading nonprofit specializing in disaster response and children’s education, ensu
New Mexico Solar Professionals, LLC (NM Solar Pro) was established in New Mexico in 2016. This company is uniquely positioned in the energy generation market, offering solar design and installation, as well as integration of other electric generation including natural gas (NG) and propane (LP) generators. Founders Albert and Elaine Silva joined the Cummins Home and Small Business Dealer Networ
Cummins Inc. has committed to provide communities in Peru and the Philippines with over $500,000 in grants from the Cummins Foundation, empowering residents in acquiring much needed water infrastructure. The company partners with leading water experts and invests and engages in sustainable, large-scale, high-impact water projects around the world as part of its PLANET 2050 environmental strategy.
Often people will talk about “go-getters” but what does that really look like? Cummins Inc.'s Wafa is an image of a “go-getter,” as she joined Cummins by literally knocking on doors to start her career after graduation, leading her to Cummins’ North Africa Regional Office to hand deliver her resume. Wafa was going to the building to apply for a position with another company, but the Cummins HR Man
Natural gas powers more than 175,000 vehicles in the United States and 23 million vehicles worldwide. It’s an ideal alternative to gasoline and diesel for heavy and medium-duty applications. These include freight-hauling trucks, buses, and garbage trucks. Natural gas engines provide horsepower, acceleration, and cruise speed comparable to conventional fossil fuel engines. This fuel can also replac
Antonio once heard the story of John F. Kennedy’s tour of NASA headquarters in 1962; during his visit, JFK encountered a janitor carrying a broom down the hallway. The President then casually asked the janitor what he did for NASA, and the janitor replied, “Mr. President, I'm helping put a man on the moon.” In his daily work as a Digital Product Manager for the Engine Business Unit at Cummins,
Natural gas engines from Cummins can offer considerable longevity and reliability when properly maintained – so much so they are lasting decades and counting. Between 2008 and 2009, more than 3,730 Cummins B Gas Plus natural gas engines were procured through OEM partners Tata Motors and Ashok Leyland and delivered to the National Capital Region of India. Deployed into the Delhi transport
Our planet is facing a dire crisis: carbon dioxide concentrations in the atmosphere continue to soar above record highs. If gone unaddressed, the collective stress of climate change will produce an irreparable impact. Our health, energy, water, and food ecosystems are at risk. As it stands, there are many long-term effects of climate change. In North America, climate change is forecasted
In the United States, the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., MLK Day is observed annually on the third Monday of January and is also known as a National Day of Service to strengthen communities. MLK Day is a defining moment each year when Americans across the country step up to make communities more equitable and take action to create the “Beloved Community” of Dr. King’s dream. Today, we
As we near the end of 2022, we are celebrating some of the accomplishments that made this an exciting and innovative year for New Power. In the last 12 months, we expanded our technologies, grew as a business and continued to blaze the trail toward a zero-emissions future. Join us as we reflect on five wins from our New Power business unit that helped make this year truly spectacular. We
Some of the most in-demand, highest paying and fastest growing careers are in the STEM fields, however, according to the National Science Board, fewer than 50% of minorities are in the STEM labor force. As a global power technology leader, Cummins Inc. is working to increase the exposure of STEM careers to minorities and women across the world through various programs and initiatives. In
Businesses around the world are experiencing a shortage of technical workers, and since 2012 Cummins has been committed to combatting the challenge by training low-income youth in employable technical skills through the company’s Technical Education in Communities (TEC) program. Ten years after the program’s launch, Cummins, through its Nigerian subsidiary Cummins West Africa Ltd.,
With over a century of innovation under its belt, Cummins Inc. has celebrated countless milestones along its journey, and 2022 was no exception with numerous entries added to the list. As Cummins continues investing in key technologies to advance its path to zero emissions strategy – Destination Zero – to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and lower the air quality impacts of its products on the plan
Jonathan was taught option pricing theory - a complex, probabilistic approach to assigning a value to an options contract - by a complete stranger in a bookstore. “I was in a Barnes & Noble when a man saw me studying and said he had a background in finance,” says Jonathan. “The store wanted to kick him out because of the way he looked. I bought him a cup of coffee, and, simultaneously, I le
The global power leader joined 34 other companies from 19 different countries receiving the honor Dec. 9 in the capital goods sector. The company was also named to the S&P Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index for a 16th consecutive year. “It is very gratifying to have our efforts in the areas of the environment, social and governance recognized and to know that investors believe the
The Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE) is the nation’s largest association dedicated to fostering Hispanic leadership in the STEM field, and Cummins has been a strategic partner of this respected organization since 2007. SHPE National Convention 2022, with over 170 exhibitors and 10,000 attendees, took place early November in Charlotte, North Carolina, and the company’s participatio
Cummins Inc. (NYSE: CMI). Expanding on the success of its acclaimed Centum™ Series generator sets, Cummins Power Generation has launched the latest product: a 17-liter engine platform generator set that produces up to 1 megawatt of power. Embodying the company’s century-long legacy of engineering excellence and innovation, the S17 Centum genset was developed to produce a large power outpu
Cummins Inc. (NYSE: CMI), a global leader in power technology, has announced the successful commissioning of advanced low carbon fuel test cells, marking a significant milestone in its joint project with Vale and Komatsu to develop an ethanol/diesel-powered surface mining haul truck aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions. This achievement underscores the companies’ shared commitment to decarbo
Batteries do more than store energy. They’re reshaping how the world is powered. In this episode of Power Onward, Kim sits down with Aaron to discuss the role of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) in the global energy transition. From commercial buildings to remote islands, Aaron explains how this all-in-one technology brings cleaner, smarter power wherever it’s needed. Learn
Picture a future where building a zero-emissions vehicle feels as simple as snapping together LEGO bricks. That’s the mindset Accelera by Cummins is bringing to clean energy, offering flexible solutions that meet customers wherever they are in their transition to smarter, cleaner power. In this episode, Kim and Kat get hands-on with the idea of building electric power systems li
Tommy R., a Technician Apprentice Program (TAP) student at Cummins, is turning a lifelong passion for mechanics into a promising career. Since joining the company in 2022, he has brought a strong work ethic and a collaborative spirit to every project he’s part of. Before coming to Cummins, Tommy built his mechanical skills through roles in appliance installation and automotive repair. His enthu
From a young age, Alexis C. was drawn to the world of mechanics. “Growing up, I used to help out my dad in his trucking company. That is where my passion for fixing issues stems from.” This early exposure not only sparked a love for problem-solving but also instilled leadership skills. “He would even joke around calling me ‘boss man.’” Alexis’ path to Cummins wasn’t linear. Initially pursuing c
When Collins N. first read about Nikola Tesla, he didn’t just see an inventor, he saw a model for what engineering could be: imaginative, bold and rooted in impact. “Tesla’s forward-thinking approach to engineering inspired me to pursue innovation,” Collins said. That early curiosity about how things work and how ideas become real-world solutions led him to enter math and physics competitions, tin
For nearly two years, Adam has brought a unique blend of discipline, leadership and heart to his role at Cummins. As part of the Health and Safety Center of Excellence, Adam oversees contractor safety on a global scale while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations across Cummins sites in North America. Adam says, “the responsibility it carries is both significant and deeply rewardin
The Cummins Inc. RePower Program is a paid returnship designed to empower professionals who have been away from the workforce for at least two years. Through this six-month paid assignment, participants gain the opportunity to apply their specialized expertise, interests, life experiences and skills in fields such as IT, engineering and supply chain planning. The program includes training, coachin
Cummins Inc. is constantly seeking ways to improve the efficiency of fleet service and maintenance events. We know that time spent waiting for repairs can impede a customer’s ability to complete their job on time. Longer downtimes can trigger a ripple effect of delays across the entire fleet. What is Cummins’ Optimized Diagnostics? Cummins’ service tools, such as Guidanz®, QuickServe® Online
The shift to cleaner, sustainable fuel alternatives has become more critical than ever as countries and industries work to combat climate change. Broader adoption of renewable diesel is a key part of Cummins Inc.’s effort to provide customers with the widest range of lower-carbon fuel alternatives for their powertrains through our Destination Zero strategy. Let’s dive into what renewable diesel
With the advancement of connectivity and telematic technologies, the way customers care for their powertrain is changing. Vehicle service was often reactive – components were only repaired when they broke. Today, maintenance is predictive, increasing efficiency, maintenance accuracy and fleet performance. Such improvements are not only translating to increased uptime but also significant cost savi
Cummins Inc. (NYSE: CMI) launched a new 15L diesel engine for the Off Highway market at Intermat 2024. This new product is displayed alongside a wide range of Cummins off-highway technologies on Booth 5a D063 at Intermat, in Paris, France April 24-27, 2024. The Next Generation X15 diesel engine maintains reliability and reduces operating costs, while delivering reduced emissions and improv
There are a lot of things to consider when purchasing a new truck for your fleet or business. You may have considered common decisions like lease or buy, or day cab or sleeper. Have you thought about how your truck will be connected? Engine connectivity, also referred to as telematics, is crucial for every new truck in your fleet. It gives you helpful tools for anticipating service needs, maxim
The commercial transportation industry is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by the global push to reduce emissions. In parallel, our customers and fleet operators are trying to achieve more sustainable operations through improved fuel economy and efficient performance. As fuel technologies evolve, it is crucial to understand how Electronic Control Units (ECUs) will evolve to support
Digital technologies are transforming the world. In our personal lives we are growing used to interacting with connected devices every day in our homes, cars, and at work. Today, many new cars come with digital features that improve safety, increase efficiency, and bring new levels of convenience to our everyday lives. Commercial vehicles are no different, with digital fleet management t
