Bobcat to Expand Headquarters in North Dakota

Bobcat Company and parent company Doosan have begun a $9.5 million expansion of its headquarters in West Fargo, ND.

“This is an exciting time at Bobcat Company and Doosan, as we continue to grow in North Dakota,” says Rich Goldsbury, president of Bobcat Company and Doosan North America. “This investment is about maintaining our leadership position in the compact equipment industry, driving more heavy equipment business growth, and creating an environment where innovation and forward thinking will generate the next best ideas.”

The current headquarters houses individuals within several departments of business administration, as well as product development and marketing communications for Bobcat Company and Doosan. Square footage and employee capacity will double with this expansion. As well, Bobcat and Doosan will pursue LEED certification for the facility in both design and construction.

Bobcat Expansion

The expansion is slated for completion in late summer 2016. Bobcat Company has four other North Dakota facilities: its primary manufacturing plant in Gwinner; an attachments production facility in Bismarck; the new Acceleration Center in Bismarck; and a support factory in Wahpeton.

“We plan to create an environment that helps us attract and retain talented team members focused on helping to move our company forward,” says Goldsbury. “The building will offer state-of-the art facilities for collaboration and independent working, similar to what we’ve done at the Acceleration Center in Bismarck.”

Massey Ferguson Releases 2700E Series Tractors

Massey Ferguson has unveiled its new 2700E Series of Utility tractors, which consists of two models – the MF2705E and MF2706E.

“This versatile, easy-to-use tractor series provides customers a great value to complete just about every job they have,” says Warren Morris, tactical marketing manager at AGCO. “These tractors are ideal for loader work, hay work, mowing and countless other applications. Rural lifestyle customers to demand a cost effective solution for completing chores around their property. That’s why this is the year of the utility tractor – this is one of four new utility tractor series starting production in 2015.” (more…)

Simplicity Riding Mowers and Garden Tractors Recalled

Briggs & Stratton has recalled Simplicity riding mowers and garden tractors after discovering the chute deflector can fail to prevent projectiles from being expelled, which poses an injury risk.

This recall involves orange Simplicity brand zero turn riding mowers, mower deck attachments and garden tractors. Mower deck sizes range from 44 to 54 inches. Approximately 2,800 units are affected. All were manufactured in the United States and sold at Briggs & Stratton dealers from August 2014 through May 2015 for between $3,000 and $16,000. (more…)

Curtis Introduces Cab System for John Deere 4 Family Tractors

Curtis Industries, LLC has released a new cab system for John Deere 4 Family compact tractors.

The cab frame, doors, and roof are constructed of powder-coated, commercial grade steel. Features include a venting tempered safety glass windshield, lift-up rear panel, and dual sliding glass windows. (more…)

New Holland Helping Get Agriculture in the Classroom

New Holland Agriculture has partnered with National Agriculture in the Classroom Organization (AITC) with a mission to teach the importance of agriculture to students.

AITC is an organization dedicated to increasing agricultural literacy among PreK – 12th grade students and their teachers. (more…)

Mahindra USA Expands Parts Department in Houston

Mahindra USA is set to begin phasing in its all-new parts facility in July 2015 and is expected to be fully online by the end of the year.

Mahindra has invested more than $1 million in a major expansion that triples the parts department footprint and increases office space at its Houston headquarters. The additional space includes an automated parts storage and retrieval system tied directly to the shipping and receiving operations that continue to be managed by Pierce Distribution Services. According to Mahindra, this expansion supports and fuels continued growth in North America. (more…)

John Deere Partners With Carbon Fiber Expert

Deere & Company has entered a partnership agreement with and King Agro, a manufacturer of carbon fiber technology products. The partnership will focus on developing and distributing carbon fiber booms exclusively for John Deere application equipment.

King Argo has 22 years experience building carbon fiber applications for boating and marine products, including masts for racing sailboats. The company has expanded into developing carbon fiber structures for agricultural equipment. (more…)

Bobcat Unveils Tier 4-Complient S740 Skid Steer Loader

Bobcat Company has taken the covers off its first Tier 4-compliant 700 frame-size loader – the S740. According to Bobcat, S740 is powered by an engine that is under 75 horsepower and doesn’t require a diesel particulate filter (DPF), selective catalytic reduction (SCR) or diesel exhaust fluid (DEF).

“The new Bobcat S740 skid-steer loader boasts the highest rated operating capacity in the under 75-horsepower skid-steer loader class, and provides customers with a large, powerful machine for working in construction, landscaping, agriculture, and buildings and grounds as well as other market segments,” Bobcat says in a release. (more…)

Mahindra Awards $32,000 in Scholarships

Mahindra USA has awarded 20 high school graduates with scholarships totaling $32,000 in recognition of their scholastic achievements and involvement in their local high school’s agricultural-focused clubs and activities. Mahindra offers scholarships under three specific programs: Women In Ag and Urban Ag scholarships in conjunction with the national Future Farmer’s of America organization, and Mahindra Texas Pride scholarships offered jointly with the Career and Technology Association of Texas, Inc. (more…)

John Deere Adds 5E and 5ML to 5 Series

John Deere has added a pair of new tractors to its 5 Series – the 5E and 5ML.

“We’ve taken our popular, market-proven 5 Series Utility Tractor lineup and added new models that make it even easier to perform more jobs on the property or around the farm, ranch or orchard,” says Brad Aldridge, 5 Series product marketing manager for John Deere. “These versatile 5E and 5ML Tractors combine durability with value and are the perfect choice for many types of customers.” (more…)