The Off-Highway Podcast from iVT

Podcast #37 How AI is transforming job sites with Komatsu's Daniel Heussen

Daniel Heussen is general manager for business transformation at Komatsu Europe. In conversation with iVT deputy editor Anjali Sooknanan, Daniel discusses the adoption of smart technology and AI in off-highway construction, examining how these disciplines are transforming job sites and the criteria for successful implementation. He also shares insights on the future of autonomous sites and predictive technology.

Podcast #36 Functional safety with Michael Schankin of EAO

Michael Schankin is head of engineering and creation at EAO Automotive. In conversation with iVT deputy editor Anjali Sooknanan, Michael discusses functional safety in heavy-duty applications, exploring what it means, why it matters, and how data bus systems relate to safety requirements.  He also introduces EAO's newly launched S09 Keypad – the first certified keypad on the market – and explains the specific benefits this certification offers to customers working with safety-critical applications. This episode is sponsored by EAO Automotive.

Podcast #35 - Agritechnica preview with Petra Kaiser of Systems and Components

Petra Kaiser is brand manager of Systems & Components with DLG, organisers of Agritechnica. In conversation with iVT deputy editor Anjali Sooknanan, Petra talks about the key highlights of this month’s event including the event theme, must-attend conference sessions and exciting new additions.  One for your Agritechnica diaries: WHEN: Wednesday 12th November, 11am  WHERE: Experts stage, Systems and Components  WHAT: iVT editor Tom Stone chairs the group discussion The challenges of designing electric mobile machinery for agriculture and how to overcome them. The panel includes experts from Merlo UK, AGCO Power, Danfoss Editron Delta-Q Technologies and Bosch Rexroth.

Podcast #34 - AGCO Power's Juha-Pekka on the philosophy behind its new CORE engine platform

Juha-Pekka Asikainen is senior project manager with AGCO Power. In conversation with iVT deputy editor, Anjali Sooknanan, Juha-Pekka – also known as JP - discusses the design philosophy behind its new CORE engine platform, the performance benefits and how it addresses both current sustainability goals and future emission regulations. This episode is sponsored by AGCO Power

Podcast #33 Viki Bell on the challenges facing UK OEMs - and farewell to an iVT legend

Viki Bell is CEO of the CEA, the UK’s Construction Equipment Association. In conversation with iVT deputy editor Anjali Sooknanan, Viki talks about delivered on manifesto pledges, the biggest challenges facing OEMs in the UK and how the CEA is addressing those challenges. Plus there is a discussion with iVT's outgoing commercial manager, Kevin Barrett, who reflects on 30 years on the title - and how the industry has changed in that time.