Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM)

Milwaukee, WI 53214-5647

About Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM)AEM is a trade association that provides services to companies that manufacture equipment, products, and services used worldwide in the following industries: Agriculture, Construction, Forestry, Mining and Utility.

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6737 West Washington Street

Suite 2400

Milwaukee, WI 53214-5647

http://www.aem.org

Phone:414.272.0943

Fax:414.272.1170

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AEM is an association that provides services on a global basis for companies that manufacture equipment, products and services used worldwide in the following industries: Agriculture, Construction, Forestry, Mining and Utility.

AEM's membership is made up of more than 950 companies and represents 200+ product lines. AEM offers a wide array of benefits to their members above and beyond reduced exhibit space rates at trade shows and opportunities to participate in statistical reporting programs. Their vast member service offerings span across various industries and departments, and also include representing collective global public policy interests, providing market intelligence information, offering member education programs, and technical and safety services, among several others.

Susanne Cobey and Akio Takeuchi Inducted into AEM Hall of Fame

Susanne Cobey and Akio Takeuchi Inducted into AEM Hall of Fame

Equipment Manufacturers Continue to Push for Precision Agriculture

Equipment Manufacturers Continue to Push for Precision Agriculture

AEM Workforce Solutions 2-Minute Tactic: Why Knowledge Transfer Is So Important

AEM Workforce Solutions 2-Minute Tactic: Why Knowledge Transfer Is So Important

Straton joined AEM at the end of January as the Public Relations Manager.

AEM Welcomes New Public Relations Manager

AEM has welcomed a new PR manager to the team.

The 2024 AEM officers

IRONMARKETS’ Flitcroft Selected for Second Term on AEM Board of Directors

The association identifies 70 industry elects tasked with providing strategic direction and guidance to help members and the industry succeed.

Telematics and data management can assist contractors, operators and rental shop owners.

Tech Advances Productivity, Sustainability & Safety

Telematics and data management are more common and critical to operations on today’s jobsites.

Akio Takeuchi and Susanne Cobey

Takeuchi, Eagle Crusher Leaders Inducted Into AEM Hall of Fame

Akio Takeuchi and Susan Cobey were inducted into the AEM Hall of Fame for their countless advancements in the equipment industry.

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On Display: Celebration of Construction on the National Mall

The Association of Equipment Manufacturers is bringing the Celebration of Construction to Washington, D.C. from May 14-16. The group has also published a study on the benefits of construction equipment technologies.

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2023 Utility Expo Registration Now Open

The Association of Equipment Manufacturers opened registration for The Utility Expo 2023, which will take place Sept. 26-28 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky.

Dennis J. Slater (left) will retire as AEM president, effective December 31, 2021. Megan Tanel, AEM’s senior vice president, Construction & Utility Sector, will succeed Slater in the role effective January 1, 2022.

Dennis J. Slater to Retire as Association of Equipment Manufacturers President After 23 Years

The AEM Board of Directors has selected Megan Tanel to succeed Slater, who will retire effective December 31.

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Infrastructure Investment Holds Key to 100,000+ Equipment Manufacturing Jobs

New data shows infrastructure investment could substantially boost U.S. manufacturing job growth before the end of President Biden’s first term.

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World of Asphalt Celebrating 20 Years, Honoring 20 Construction Companies

World of Asphalt has selected twenty asphalt companies to receive $500 toward attending the 2022 show in Nashville in honor of its 20th anniversary..

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Caterpillar VP Named to AEM Construction Equipment Sector Board

Otto Breitschwerdt, Caterpillar vice president, has been elected to the Association of Equipment Manufacturers' construction equipment sector board.

AEM Survey Finds Few COVID-19 Layoffs in Construction

'Voice of customer' survey asked questions related to workforce furloughs and layoffs and bringing back the workforce.

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Association of Equipment Manufacturers Highlights Policy Priorities During National Conventions

New video highlighting the 2.8 million workers in equipment manufacturing will be shared with leaders and delegates from both parties as the Democratic National Convention and Republican National Convention kick off.

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AEM's “Get CLEAN on Fuel to Protect Your Tier 4 Engine” Best Practices

A comprehensive resource featuring best practices for Tier 4 engine maintenance to ensure maximum equipment performance and value.

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[VIDEO] Is There Hope for Additional US Infrastructure Investment?

Nick Yaksich, Association of Equipment Manufacturers, speaks on the prospects for added U.S. infrastructure investment and how it might be paid for.

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[VIDEO] Sarens Canada Discusses Telematics Benefits & How Dealers Can Enhance Its Value

Speaking at the AEM/AED Forum 2017, Ken Burke, Sarens Canada,shares the payback and benefits his company has seen by using telematics to monitor equipment and operators, as well as how dealers can enhance the value of the technology.

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[Video] The U.S. Infrastructure Advantage

The U.S. Infrastructure Advantage report outlines steps lawmakers should take to reclaim the country's infrastructure advantage.

[VIDEO] AEM Relaunches IMakeAmerica with New Tools, Resources for Advocacy

[VIDEO] AEM Relaunches IMakeAmerica with New Tools, Resources for Advocacy

Relaunch includes brand new member with more tools and resources to help AEM members to connect with elected officials and help AEM’s members engage and mobilize their employees around issues that affect their industry

[Video] 2017 Economic Outlook - Eli Lustgarten

[VIDEO] Lustgarten Says Trump & Co Should Stimulate 2017 Construction

Eli Lustgarten, Senior Vice President and Senior Research Analyst for Industrial Manufacturing and Technology at Longbow Research LLC, shares his outlook for construction in 2017.

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Straton joined AEM at the end of January as the Public Relations Manager.

AEM Welcomes New Public Relations Manager

AEM has welcomed a new PR manager to the team.

The 2024 AEM officers

IRONMARKETS’ Flitcroft Selected for Second Term on AEM Board of Directors

The association identifies 70 industry elects tasked with providing strategic direction and guidance to help members and the industry succeed.

Telematics and data management can assist contractors, operators and rental shop owners.

Tech Advances Productivity, Sustainability & Safety

Telematics and data management are more common and critical to operations on today’s jobsites.

Akio Takeuchi and Susanne Cobey

Takeuchi, Eagle Crusher Leaders Inducted Into AEM Hall of Fame

Akio Takeuchi and Susan Cobey were inducted into the AEM Hall of Fame for their countless advancements in the equipment industry.

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On Display: Celebration of Construction on the National Mall

The Association of Equipment Manufacturers is bringing the Celebration of Construction to Washington, D.C. from May 14-16. The group has also published a study on the benefits of construction equipment technologies.

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2023 Utility Expo Registration Now Open

The Association of Equipment Manufacturers opened registration for The Utility Expo 2023, which will take place Sept. 26-28 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky.

Just like we market differently to different audiences, we can no longer rely on just posting in the same locations in the same ways.

Diversifying Construction Labor Pools With Intention

Being intentional about posting positions marketing to different talent pools is key to refreshing your old recruitment routine.

The Association of Equipment Manufacturers is once again accepting nominations for its annual Hall of Fame ceremony. The event honors those who have made a lifelong impact on the equipment manufacturing industry.

AEM Seeks Nominations for 2023 Hall of Fame

The AEM Hall of Fame is accepting nominations for 2023 until Friday, June 16.

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Construction Equipment Market Outlook: Challenges Persist, but Long-Term Hopes Remain High

An insider's look at the driving forces behind what equipment manufacturers in the construction industry will be facing for the remainder of this year.

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CONEXPO 2023 Breaks Show Records

The show had over 139,000 construction and fluid power attendees from 133 countries, making it the largest trade show in North America with more than 2,400 exhibitors from 36 countries spread out over 3 million square feet.

“Eyes” outside the vehicle allow for greater visibility overall, making the ride not only safer, but more comfortable and better performing.

Paving the Road to Maximum Jobsite Connectivity

Roadbuilding connectivity runs the gamut of broadband internet to LiDAR technology on roads to connected equipment and jobsites.

If you have been working around construction equipment you have probably heard of the “Equipment Triangle,” a philosophy that is one of the fundamental tenets of the Association of Equipment Management Professionals (AEMP).

5 Equipment Dealership Trends that will Shape 2023

If you have been working around construction equipment you have probably heard of the “Equipment Triangle,” a philosophy that is one of the fundamental tenets of the Association of Equipment Management Professionals (AEMP).

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When Will Jobsites Become Autonomous?

As it has with cars, construction equipment will transition from assist features to task automation to task autonomy. The now-commonplace operator assists, such as blade and bucket controls, require sensor basics along the automation journey.

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AEM's Top 20 Tips for CONEXPO

To prepare for the show that is set to break records, veteran attendees share their best advice for first timers coming to the show. Here are 20 things everyone should know before you travel to Las Vegas, plus tips for maximizing your time there.

A panel about the 2023 industry trends moderated by AEM's Sara Feuling, Senior Director of Construction.

AEM Top Industry Trends for 2023

The Association of Equipment Manufacturers came to the IGNITE Construction Summit 2022 and shared their predictions about the year ahead, and hosted a panel with four industry experts to discuss the anticipated impacts.

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Compact Construction Equipment Takes the Electric Lead

When it comes to alternative-powered construction equipment, there’s little doubt that electric-powered compact machines have gained the most traction.

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Drones are Benefitting Earthmoving Operations

Drones help reduce unplanned costs and rework throughout a project by providing a steady stream of jobsite progress data.

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Construction Industry Hires, Promotions for Q4 2022

Several companies in the construction industry have recently announced hires and promotions for high-level positions.

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The Future is Now: Examining Construction’s Power Alternatives

With global initiatives underway to reduce carbon emissions to net zero by 2050, it’s up to construction industry manufacturers to find ways to lessen diesel’s carbon impact.

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Smarter Infrastructure Design and Construction Requires Collaboration

Different sectors – the digital sector, the transportation sector and the energy sector – are converging, and the end result is going to be infrastructure that looks a whole lot different than it does right now.

AI and connectivity, along with renewable energy and alternative fuels, will dramatically impact the construction jobsite in the next 10 years, according to a recent whitepaper published by the Association of Equipment Manufacturers.

Top 10 Trends To Impact Construction Industry in Next Decade

AI and connectivity, along with renewable energy and alternative fuels, will dramatically impact the construction jobsite in the next 10 years, according to a recent whitepaper published by the Association of Equipment Manufacturers.

Leadership skills can be developed and refined over time, opening the door to career advancement and higher wages.

Common Leadership Pitfalls To Avoid in the Construction Industry

Leadership skills can be developed and refined over time, opening the door to career advancement and higher wages.