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“Lead by example” is the motto Daniel adopted from his father, an engineer in the oil industry.  Born and raised in Venezuela, Daniel’s family moved often due to his father’s work. Adapting to new cultures — and sometimes being the only representation of Venezuelans in the area — became part of Daniel’s childhood. To make his family and his homeland proud, no matter where he lived, Daniel

For the past decade, mining operations have been focused on lowering cost of production, merging together Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and amount of production achieved.   Today, a third factor is impacting the equation: sustainability. Lowering costs and boosting production only go so far, considering the increasing importance of protecting the environment and the communities where mines

As a child, Rob loved taking things apart. This passion followed him through college, where he majored in mechanical engineering and was drawn to the test and measurement space. Today, after 16 years at Cummins Inc., Rob takes apart products and processes for a living as the Operational Excellence Lead for Technical Operations. “Engineers come up with fantastic ideas, and we devise fantastic wa

What greater way to cap off our year of events & resources on disability awareness than to talk about International Day of Persons with Disabilities Day on December 3rd. This observance was established by a resolution of the United Nations General Assembly in 1992. Their goal in creating this resolution was to “promote the rights and well-being of persons with disabilities in al

Today, more companies are investing in low carbon solutions across the power generation and industrial markets, including mining marine and rail. These solutions include battery-electric and fuel-cell battery hybrid systems as well as internal combustion engines (ICEs) powered by hydrogen.  Cummins Inc. has brought to market battery-electric and fuel-cell hybrid platforms as well as electr

At Cummins Inc., we believe in the power of connecting with young minds, nurturing their potential and providing them with opportunities to succeed. Embodying our company’s commitment to fostering the next generation of talent, on October 18, a team from Cummins hosted Cummins Take Over Day - a day of impactful events at Howard University that reached over 400 students. While on campus, we offe

At Agritechnica, Cummins Inc. confirmed its commitment to the hydrogen economy as part of its Destination Zero strategy. “Cummins has developed leading power solutions for over a hundred years, and we continue to demonstrate our leadership in developing a broad range of sustainable drivetrains looking to the future – with hydrogen playing a key role,” said Antonio Leitao, Cummins VP Off-Highway

Each year on November 8, National STEM Day is dedicated to recognizing the value and educational contributions of the very fields that help power Cummins’ long-standing history of continuous innovation.  At Cummins, our need, focus and passion for STEM is apparent day to day, and we are eager to use this occasion to:   reflect on our own advancements in STEM; support opportunitie

If you’ve ever used a manual to assemble furniture or fix an appliance, you know how critical, clear and concise instructions can be. As a Service Diagnostics Engineer, Katherine writes troubleshooting manuals and wiring diagrams for high-horsepower Cummins Inc. engines and other products. With simple, straightforward instructions, she aims to make engine troubleshooting as simple as putting toget

Hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) is a biofuel produced from vegetable oils and animal fats. It is often referred to as HVO, or as renewable diesel, and is distinct from biodiesel. A major benefit of HVO is that it can be used as a drop-in replacement for traditional diesel with no engine modification. It is an ideal option to reduce the emissions of motor vehicles in a simple and cost-effective wa

Understanding what helps modern engines operate at their peak performance requires an understanding of their key components. The following article explains the crucial role of an engine's Electronic Control Module (ECM) and how it optimizes the performance, efficiency, and reliability of on-highway and off-highway applications. To know more about the ECM, dive into the details of how the Elec