Insights & Resources

When it comes to aligning our members and our industry on issues and topics of importance, words matter. It’s why AEM and its member leaders developed three industry guidance documents to help non-road equipment manufacturers use common language when representing the industry and discussing the topics of autonomy, cybersecurity, and data. The documents provide structured vocabulary to guide industry-related conversations and communications.

The enormous potential of machine autonomy in the non-road industry cannot be denied. Guided by the industry consensus standards development process, autonomous equipment is already beginning to leave an indelible mark on the construction and agriculture industries. This report discusses how standards are developed, while also providing a review of current autonomy-related standards.

Certain PFAS substances perform essential functions that help non-road equipment manufacturers develop products that are safe and functional. Manufacturers also understand the environmental concerns associated with some PFAS chemicals. Pragmatic policy proposals can help guide the development of future PFAS requirements, helping manufacturers meet goals related to air quality, climate, safety, durability, sustainability, and alternative power.

Non-road equipment manufacturers are committed to finding viable pathways toward decarbonization and GHG emissions reduction. However, equipment users must have access to equipment that satisfies certain work requirements. Understanding the challenges manufacturers face in achieving both objectives can guide policymaking that helps drive innovation and market adoption of alternative power technologies.

The Greenhouse Gas Protocol Initiative has established a framework for measuring GHG emissions from operations, products, and value chains. AEM has drafted additional guidance that specifically addresses Scope 3 Category 11 emissions pertaining to the use of heavy-duty off-road equipment. This protocol provides definitions, calculations, and other processes to help create uniformity in how manufacturers monitor, track, and report these use-phase emissions.

Four technologies have played a key role in advancing construction equipment: machine and grade control, engines and drivetrains, digital control systems, and machine telematics. This report explores how these technologies are positively impacting construction contractors and society as a whole.

Collaboration between government and industry can deliver future environmental benefits for all. Leveraging insights from the Tier 4 transition, this report offers policy recommendations to help support a reasonable transition to even cleaner equipment in the years ahead.

This report highlights the industry’s total and direct contributions to the U.S. economy at a national, state, and congressional district level. Several datapoints are analyzed, including GDP contribution, sales output, industry employment, income tax generation, and more.

Monthly reports provide insights into how sales are trending in the U.S. and Canada for 2WD Farm Tractors, 4WD Farm Tractors, and Self-Propelled Combines. Monthly, year-to-date, and 5-year trends are analyzed.

The collective expertise of the AEM Visions Team and Futures Council helps break down 10 trends that could change the way construction companies operate. Alternative power, autonomous machinery, and more are explored.

The collective expertise of the AEM Visions Team and Futures Council helps break down 13 trends that could reshape how food is produced, from technology and consumer behavior to supply chain and the environment.

This report quantifies the environmental benefits of innovative dairy, hay, and forage equipment in the U.S. and Canada. Modern production technologies have helped lead to increased milk yield, while simultaneously reducing emissions and the use of land, water, and feed.

This report examines five key technologies, quantifying their impact on farming productivity and the use of fertilizers, herbicides, fossil fuels, and water in the U.S. Auto Guidance, Machine Section Control, Variable Rate, Machine Analytics, and Precision Irrigation are examined.