Oshkosh Corporation Creates New Product Category with North America’s First Fully Integrated, Zero-Emission Electric Refuse Collection Vehicle

Innovation and environmental stewardship spur cutting-edge, purpose-built solution

OSHKOSH, Wis. (Feb. 21, 2023) – Oshkosh Corporation (NYSE: OSK), a leading innovator of purpose-built vehicles and equipment, is pleased to announce that it has engineered and produced North America’s first fully integrated, electric refuse collection vehicle, creating a new category and bringing advanced technology to the refuse industry.

Traditional refuse vehicles require the mounting of a refuse collection body to a third-party chassis. The new Oshkosh integrated refuse collector has been designed from the ground up to offer customers a single OEM electric vehicle (EV) solution.

“Entry into new product categories is a crucial element of our “Innovate. Serve. Advance.” growth strategy. With a deep heritage in the design and manufacture of purpose-built, heavy-duty trucks coupled with field proven refuse body technology, Oshkosh is uniquely positioned to develop this integrated vehicle. Our vast innovation capabilities are evident in every aspect of this first-of-its-kind product.”

John Pfeifer, president and chief executive officer of Oshkosh Corporation

Oshkosh leaned into its nearly 30-years of electrification expertise to bring its latest vehicle to market. This electrified refuse collector features a sophisticated drivetrain that includes advanced lithium-ion batteries and a revolutionary electric-axle system. The vehicle will enable a full day’s refuse collection on a single charge with zero emissions. It was designed to minimize environmental impact and reduce noise in communities around the world, while helping customers meet their sustainability initiatives. 

“When Oshkosh engineers began this project, they put both the customer and user experiences at the center of our design,” said Pfeifer. “For the buyer, chassis selection and integration are eliminated. For the driver, active safety systems, performance technologies and ergonomic features deliver best in class safety, comfort and productivity.  And for the technician, intelligent, connected systems reduce routine service and enable condition-based maintenance.”

Manufacturing of Oshkosh’s integrated, electric refuse collection vehicle will leverage several Oshkosh facilities, including a new, state-of-the-art plant in Murfreesboro, Tenn. Product prototype testing on designated routes will be completed in 2023, with customer deliveries starting in 2024. 

For more information on Oshkosh innovation, please visit oshkoshcorp.com. For more information on the new Oshkosh refuse collection vehicle please visit integratedrefusecollector.com or stop by McNeilus booth 2429 at Waste Expo May 1-4, 2023, in New Orleans, La.

About Oshkosh Corporation

At Oshkosh (NYSE: OSK), we make innovative, mission-critical equipment to help everyday heroes advance communities around the world. Headquartered in Wisconsin, Oshkosh Corporation employs approximately 15,000 team members worldwide, all united behind a common cause: to make a difference in people’s lives. Oshkosh products can be found in more than 150 countries under the brands of JLG®, Hinowa, Pierce®, MAXIMETAL, Oshkosh® Defense, McNeilus®, IMT®, Jerr-Dan®, Frontline™, Oshkosh® Airport Products, London™ and Pratt Miller. For more information, visit oshkoshcorp.com.

®, ™ All brand names referred to in this news release are trademarks of Oshkosh Corporation or its subsidiary companies.

About McNeilus

McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. is an industry leader in refuse truck bodies, OEM parts and customer support and service. Our lineup of front loaders, rear loaders and automated side loaders help you handle every route more efficiently. We offer a network of service centers and mobile service techs across the country, same-day parts availability, and a variety of alternative fuel systems and services for any refuse vehicle. Whatever your challenge, we’ve been down that route before. Visit: mcneiluscompanies.com.

Forward Looking Statements

This news release contains statements that the Company believes to be “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements other than statements of historical fact, including, without limitation, statements regarding the Company’s future financial position, business strategy, targets, projected sales, costs, earnings, capital expenditures, debt levels and cash flows, and plans and objectives of management for future operations, are forward-looking statements. When used in this news release, words such as “may,” “will,” “expect,” “intend,” “estimate,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “should,” “project” or “plan” or the negative thereof or variations thereon or similar terminology are generally intended to identify forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to risks, uncertainties, assumptions, and other factors, some of which are beyond the Company’s control, which could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. These factors include risks related to the Company’s ability to successfully execute on its strategic road map and meet its long-term financial goals. Additional information concerning these and other factors is contained in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. All forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this news release. The Company assumes no obligation, and disclaims any obligation, to update information contained in this news release. Investors should be aware that the Company may not update such information until the Company’s next quarterly earnings conference call, if at all.

McNeilus Revolutionizes Refuse Collection Vehicle Production

Advanced manufacturing, collaborative pre-delivery inspection and a dedicated materials warehouse put McNeilus at the forefront of an evolving industry.

Dodge Center, Minn. (Feb. 9, 2023) –  McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc, an Oshkosh Corporation (NYSE:OSK) company, continues to break new ground in the refuse industry around integration, connected solutions, electrification technology and autonomy. As part of its mission to transform refuse collection, the company is introducing technology to revolutionize the way refuse collection vehicles are produced at scale. 

McNeilus recently ramped up production on a state-of-the-art manufacturing line. McNeilus’ high flow line features several Industry 4.0 technologies, including autonomous robotics, a cloud-based manufacturing execution system (MES), connected tooling and more. The initial focus is on building McNeilus® rear loader products. High flow lines for side loaders and front loaders are underway with launches planned over the next couple of years.

“We’re transforming the way refuse collection vehicles are built and delivered,” said Jeff Koga, vice president and general manager for McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing. With our uniquely scalable manufacturing process, we’re building these trucks with cutting-edge technology, with streamlined and repeatable processes, and with team members who are proud to support our customers’ mission to keep communities clean.”

The company has also expanded its McNeilus Fleet Solutions™ program, adding a new 30,000 square-foot building at its Minnesota headquarters dedicated to joint pre-delivery inspection (JPDI). JPDI is an elevated standard for refuse vehicle inspection designed by McNeilus and launched in partnership with key fleet customers, chassis suppliers and dealers to drive improvements in lead times and deliver the quality customers are expecting.

Over the past two years, the company has also implemented robotic welding and robotic painting processes and constructed new manufacturing, training and office space at its Minnesota headquarters dedicated to innovation and customer support. Additionally, a 135,000 square-foot warehouse in Lakeville, MN, was dedicated to serve as a central hub for inventory, parts kitting and consolidated packing capabilities. This year, McNeilus is upgrading and expanding its research and development facility and other support buildings on campus.

“Our goal with every investment, every project and product at McNeilus is to offer an exceptional experience – with advanced technology, consistency and outstanding quality – to our customers and our team members,” said Koga. “These upgrades are just the beginning of the advancements you’ll see in the future from McNeilus.”

McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing employs nearly 800 people at its headquarters in Dodge Center, MN, and another 200 team members across the U.S. McNeilus refuse collection vehicles can be found throughout North America and across the globe from the United Kingdom to Southeast Asia to Latin America.

To learn more about McNeilus, please visit www.mcneiluscompanies.com/mcneilus-refuse/.

About McNeilus

McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing is an industry leader in refuse truck bodies, OEM parts and customer support and service. Our lineup of front loaders, rear loaders and automated side loaders help you handle every route more efficiently. We offer a network of service centers and mobile service techs across the country, same-day parts availability, and a variety of alternative fuel systems and services for any refuse vehicle. Whatever your challenge, we’ve been down that route before. Visit: www.mcneiluscompanies.com/mcneilus-refuse/

About Oshkosh Corporation

At Oshkosh (NYSE: OSK), we make innovative, mission-critical equipment to help everyday heroes advance communities around the world. Headquartered in Wisconsin, Oshkosh Corporation employs approximately 15,000 team members worldwide, all united behind a common cause: to make a difference in people’s lives. Oshkosh products can be found in more than 150 countries under the brands of JLG®, Pierce®, MAXIMETAL, Oshkosh® Defense, McNeilus®, IMT®, Jerr-Dan®, Frontline™, Oshkosh® Airport Products and Pratt Miller. For more information, visit oshkoshcorp.com.

®, ™ All brand names referred to in this news release are trademarks of Oshkosh Corporation or its subsidiary companies. 

Forward-Looking Statements

This news release contains statements that the Company believes to be “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements other than statements of historical fact, including, without limitation, statements regarding the Company’s future financial position, business strategy, targets, projected sales, costs, earnings, capital expenditures, debt levels and cash flows, and plans and objectives of management for future operations, are forward-looking statements. When used in this news release, words such as “may,” “will,” “expect,” “intend,” “estimate,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “should,” “project” or “plan” or the negative thereof or variations thereon or similar terminology are generally intended to identify forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other factors, some of which are beyond the Company’s control, which could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. These factors include cybersecurity risks and costs of defending against, mitigating and responding to data security threats and breaches impacting the Company; the Company’s ability to successfully identify, complete and integrate acquisitions and to realize the anticipated benefits associated with the same; and risks related to the Company’s ability to successfully execute on its strategic road map and meet its long-term financial goals; impacts of the conflict in Ukraine, including impacts on supply chains, logistics, input costs, capital markets and demand; and the negative impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on global economies and the Company’s customers, suppliers and employees.# # #

McNeilus Honored with Above & Beyond Award by Minnesota, Ohio Committees for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve

Award given for outstanding team member care during military service

Dodge Center, Minn. (Dec. 5, 2022) McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation (NYSE:OSK) company, recently received the Above & Beyond Award for exemplary support for team members during military service. The award was presented to McNeilus by the Minnesota Committee for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), as well as the Ohio Committee for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve.

McNeilus, as well as the entire Oshkosh Corporation family, are passionate about supporting military team members and have many programs to showcase that care. The Company was nominated by Warehouse Manager and Sgt. 1st Class Kolt Krumpos from its Dodge Center, Minn. location and Jim McReynolds, Vice President and General Manager of Customer Support Solutions accepted the award at a ceremony at the Minnesota State Fair. McNeilus is one of 25 companies to receive this prestigious designation this year in Minnesota.

The company’s Ohio service branch was also nominated for providing extraordinary support while team member Jarad Wood served in critical disaster relief operations. Customer Support Manager Eric Berenstein accepted the award on the company’s behalf. 

“At McNeilus, we have a people first culture where we care for our team members as well as their families. We’re proud to have many veterans and reservists as part of our workforce who bring unique perspective and skills to our team which enable us to provide great support to our customers. We salute their service to our nation and are honored to support them while they are on military leave,” said Jim McReynolds, Vice President and General Manager of McNeilus Customer Support Solutions. “We could not be more honored to have received this award at our Minnesota and Ohio locations.”

McNeilus has an active military employee business resource group that hosts events, provides mentorship and an opportunity to connect with service members across the company. The mission of this group is to recruit, rally and recognize current and former service members across the organization and is an important way that the company supports military team members.

“I’ve been with the organization for more than 16 years and I’ve been enlisted that whole time. Through my journey I’ve gone through three deployments, each around 15 months, which has been very impactful personally and professionally,” said Kolt Krumpos, Sgt. 1st Class and Warehouse Manager at McNeilus. “I’ve been fortunate that my leaders and peers at McNeilus have gone out of their way to check in with my spouse and kids, and even sent myself and my family care packages while I was gone. I’m proud to work at McNeilus and cannot thank them enough for the comfort they provided to me and my family while I was deployed.”

As part of the Oshkosh Corporation portfolio, McNeilus partners with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s Hiring our Heroes program. This fellowship program matches transitioning service members with civilian opportunities and mentors in their final 180 days of active duty, working Monday through Thursday with their corporate employer to gain professional training and hands-on experience that prepares them to join the civilian workforce. Oshkosh Corporation has also been named a Military Friendly Employer.  

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SSAB Partners with McNeilus, Oshkosh to Build First Commercial Vehicles in U.S. with Fossil-Free Steel

McNeilus refuse collection vehicles chosen for first prototypes in manufacturing environmentally sustainable severe-duty vehicles.

Dodge Center, Minn. (Sept. 20, 2022) –  McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc, an Oshkosh Corporation (NYSE:OSK) company, is excited to announce a partnership with SSAB in fossil-free steel applications for severe-duty commercial vehicles. SSAB initiated this partnership with Oshkosh Corporation because of its reputation as a leading innovator of mission-critical vehicles and essential equipment, including McNeilus’ market-leading refuse collection vehicles.

The first use of this fossil-free steel will be to prototype advanced, environmentally sustainable McNeilus® refuse collection vehicles. Oshkosh Corporation and McNeilus are working together on future research and development initiatives across multiple commercial vehicle product lines.

“Creating a more sustainable future is central to our strategic vision,” said Brad Nelson, President of McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing and Senior Vice President of Oshkosh Corporation. “As a leader and innovator in the industries we serve, Oshkosh Corporation and McNeilus are proud to partner with SSAB on this global initiative as a next step in delivering high-performance, sustainable products to our customers.”

“We are very happy to welcome Oshkosh Corporation and McNeilus into our partner group to be the first in the United States to prototype fossil-free steel in commercial and industrial vehicles,” says Martin Lindqvist, President and CEO at SSAB. “Demand for fossil-free steel continues to increase globally. This step confirms our commitments to mitigate global climate change, and collaboration with forward-thinking organizations around the world for industry-leading change is how it will happen.”

SSAB aims to deliver fossil-free steel to the market in commercial scale during 2026 and delivered the first steel made of hydrogen-reduced iron in 2021. SSAB works with iron ore producer LKAB and energy company Vattenfall in Sweden as part of the HYBRIT initiative to develop a value chain for fossil-free iron- and steel production, replacing coking coal traditionally needed for iron ore-based steelmaking, with fossil-free electricity and hydrogen. This process virtually eliminates carbon dioxide-emissions in steel production.

Sustainability efforts across McNeilus and Oshkosh Corporation include working to reduce the “use-phase” emissions of products through fuel efficiency, alternative fuels and electrification to help customers significantly reduce their carbon footprint and move industries forward. ”

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McNeilus Shows Off Product Transformation and Technology at Waste Expo 2022

Automation, telematics and revolutionized residential front loader collection will be on display, along with details on the company’s electric technology.

Dodge Center, Minn. (April 27, 2022) –  McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc, an Oshkosh Corporation (NYSE:OSK) company, will feature the latest in refuse collection vehicle advancements and technology at Waste Expo, May 9-12 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, in its new West Hall.

The company brings transformation to front loader collection with its Meridian™ Front Loader, combined with its Latitude™ residential collection system that offers a game-changing upgrade to residential front loader routes. Attendees will also get a look at enhancements to McNeilus’ top-selling Zero Radius™ Automated Side Loader equipped with CartSeeker™ Curbside Automation technology and ClearSky™ by McNeilus® telematics. Learn more about electric refuse collection vehicles with McNeilus’ patented electric-PTO technology. And, the new Metro Pak Plus® Rear Loader will also be featured in a display outside the West Hall of the convention center.

“We’re always looking to the future and where the industry is going – looking for opportunities to help the industry evolve. What we’re exhibiting at Waste Expo this year is just a preview of where McNeilus is taking refuse collection,” said Jeff Koga, Vice President and General Manager, McNeilus Refuse Collection Vehicles. “We’re excited for customers to get a look at some of our latest innovations and learn more about what’s ahead.”

Along with forward-thinking innovations, the company also rebranded its replacement parts business. McNeilus now offers two distinct options for getting customers the parts they need – no matter the makes or models in their fleets.

Street Smart Parts™ and McNeilus® Genuine Parts both offer quality parts, vehicle lifetime support, and 24/7/365 online ordering. The Street Smart Parts brand provides aftermarket replacement parts designed specifically to fit all makes and models of refuse collection vehicles. McNeilus Genuine Parts provides replacement parts for McNeilus-manufactured trucks.

Among McNeilus’ top priorities is ensuring it keeps customer fleets up and running. Both of these parts brands deliver on that goal, especially at a critical time when supply chain issues can mean that customers may seek to repair, rather than replace, their vehicles.

What McNeilus offers in parts, products and technology elevates the standard across the industry, but what sets the company apart is its direct-from-manufacturer customer support. From mobile techs to parts specialists across North America and a best-in-class customer service and support team, McNeilus provides the solutions customers need from dedicated industry experts.

“Our customers need a partner that can help them keep their business running – without the runaround – and they have that in McNeilus,” said Matt McLeish, Vice President of Sales and Marketing-McNeilus Refuse Collection Vehicles. “These two parts brands, along with the technology innovations and product enhancements on display at the show, are just a few examples of the solutions McNeilus provides to help keep customer operations moving forward.”

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McNeilus® Extends Legacy of Winning Innovation with FLEX Controls™ Top Trusted Product Award from Constructech

Latest Win Marks Sixth Award in Six Years

Dodge Center, MN (March 15, 2022) –  McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation (NYSE:OSK) company, is flexing its innovation muscle as it celebrates their FLEX Controls™ system’s win as a Constructech Top Product in the Trusted Product category (Commercial & Residential).This is the company’s sixth award in as many years, extending its lead as the industry’s most awarded system.

Constructech Top Awards annually recognizes the best technology products serving the construction industry. The Trusted Product category includes technology that has been in the market for at least three years and upgraded or enhanced technology.

FLEX Controls walked away with the Top Trusted Product Award based on McNeilus’ expanded integrations for the industry’s only factory-direct software system designed specifically for concrete mixers.

“FLEX Controls for concrete mixer trucks is continuously evolving, always keeping customers at the forefront and giving them the chance to have a say in the next generation of features and functionality,” said Bryan Datema, Sr. Director of Engineering, Innovation, and Product Performance. “It’s very rewarding to see our innovative system continuing to top our industry nearly six years after its introduction.”

Over the past year, the engineering team has helped customers with the FLEX Controls system to maximize efficiency, operator assurance and ease of use while also continuing to deliver lifecycle value. These integrations allow operators to continue to utilize the FLEX Controls screen for the various technologies customers want to operate their businesses. This helps to minimize clutter and distraction so drivers can pay attention to the road. McNeilus has integration solutions for:

  • Air entrainment measurements with CiDRA SMARThatch™systems
  • Single and multiple camera systems
  • Camera recording features
  • Various radar detection options
  • Fleet management programs utilized within the ready-mix industry
  • External remote to operate some mixer functions outside the cab

The FLEX Controls system offers great control and helps manage variability in loading, mixing and delivering concrete to a job site. FLEX Controls not only delivers lifecycle value but can also help companies reduce their total cost of ownership with expected savings of up to 5% annual operating costs once implemented in their fleet and depending on conditions.

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McNeilus Acquires CartSeeker Vehicle Automation Technology

Investment in autonomy expands innovation strategy for McNeilus with acquisition of Eagle Vision Systems’ curbside automation product

Dodge Center, MN (March 8, 2022) McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc, an Oshkosh Corporation (NYSE:OSK) company – and part of Oshkosh’s Commercial segment – has acquired the CartSeeker™ curbside automation product from Eagle Vision Systems, Inc. and Waterloo Controls, Inc. McNeilus is focused on designing and developing technology and other heavy duty truck advancements that move the waste industry forward. This investment in refuse collection vehicle automation drives that strategy forward.

“We put a priority on bringing our customers innovations that advance their business, and this strategic investment in autonomy boosts our product capabilities and future offerings,” said Jeff Koga, Vice President & General Manager, McNeilus Refuse Collection Vehicles.

CartSeeker™ curbside automation is a patented AI-based recognition technology that identifies and locates curbside waste carts and helps automate the operation of the truck’s robotic lift arm without joystick manipulation. This technology was first featured on the McNeilus® Zero Radius™ Side Loader at Waste Expo in Las Vegas in June 2021. The CartSeeker product will complement McNeilus’ ongoing work with autonomy by providing more potential for solutions that bring operational simplicity and high performance to customers.

“I’m looking forward to what the future holds with McNeilus and the CartSeeker product coming together. The possibilities that CartSeeker technology brings to McNeilus’ product strategy is exciting as we work to introduce more autonomy and AI innovations to the market,” said Leo Van Kampen, Chief Engineer for CartSeeker technologies.

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McNeilus Reinvents Parts Brands to Better Meet Replacement Parts Needs for All Fleets

Street Smart Parts Gets New Logo, Focuses on Competitor Parts for All Makes and Models

Dodge Center, MN (Jan. 13, 2022) –  McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation (NYSE:OSK) company, is repositioning its replacement parts business to offer two distinct options for getting customers the parts they need, when they need them – no matter the makes or models in their fleets.

Street Smart Parts™ and McNeilus® Genuine Parts both offer quality parts, vehicle lifetime support, and 24/7/365 online ordering. The difference: Street Smart Parts provides replacement parts designed to fit all makes and models of concrete mixers and refuse collection vehicles, and McNeilus Genuine Parts provides replacement parts specifically for McNeilus-manufactured vehicles.

McNeilus’ mission is to ensure it keeps customer fleets up and running. Both of these parts brands deliver on that goal, especially at a critical time when supply chain issues can mean that customers may seek to repair, rather than replace, their vehicles.

“Our customers need a partner that can help them keep their business running – without the middleman or the runaround – and they have that in McNeilus,” said Matt McLeish, Vice President of Sales and Marketing-McNeilus Refuse Collection Vehicles.

“And they’re getting full lifecycle support, not just for the McNeilus trucks in their fleet but for their entire fleet, with our two replacement parts brands,” added Peter Gallette, Vice President of Sales and Marketing-McNeilus Mixer Platform.


Street Smart Parts
McNeilus has re-established its Street Smart Parts brand as a dedicated source for competitor replacement parts manufactured and tested to meet or exceed OEM standards. The brand features a new logo and expanded offerings for replacement parts for all makes and models. Combined with McNeilus Genuine Parts, customers have a one-stop-shop, focused on supplying high-quality replacement parts that cover the needs of any fleet, no matter the makeup.

McNeilus Genuine Parts
McNeilus helps reduce vehicle downtime and keeps customers’ fleets in peak performance. Count on McNeilus Genuine Parts to deliver the goods for any McNeilus model. These OEM parts are designed specifically for McNeilus products by a team of engineers focused solely on providing solutions for the concrete and refuse collection industries. All our products are backed by the strength of our parent company, Oshkosh Corporation – with exclusive expertise in building severe-duty vehicles for some of the harshest environments.

For McNeilus Genuine Parts, Street Smart Parts, manuals, schematics, and more, visit streetsmartparts.com or call 888.686.7278 to place an order anytime. Comprehensive inventory is strategically stocked nationwide and ready to ship. Parts deliver to most states in 24 hours and the rest of the continental US in 48 hours. Customers can also count on McNeilus’ extensive service network and dedicated support across the country. (more…)

McNeilus® Donates FLEX Controls™ Standard Mixer

Dodge Center, MN (Jan. 4, 2022) –  McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation (NYSE:OSK) company, is once again donating one of its industry-leading FLEX Controls™ Mixers at this year’s World of Concrete show at the Las Vegas Convention Center, January 18-20. The McNeilus® FLEX Controls™ Standard Mixer is up for The Concrete Industry Management’s annual auction benefiting university students pursuing concrete management degrees. Bid on it during the live auction at 1:00 p.m. January 19th in the West Hall.

“McNeilus is continuing our legacy of investing in our industry’s future talent. We know this tech-forward generation coming up the ranks will fuel necessary innovation. So, we challenge you to bid top dollar for all auction items, including the FLEX Controls™ Standard Mixer,” said Robert Monchamp, Vice President and General Manager of McNeilus Mixers and London Machinery.  

The FLEX ControlsStandard Mixer will be on display outside the West Hall throughout the show. Stop by and check it out before placing an auction bid. And see FLEX Controls™ Bridgemaster™ Mixers in the Western Star, Peterbilt and Kenworth booths. McNeilus staff will be on the ground ready to answer questions about FLEX Controls, Operator Assurance features and gathering insights on future innovation.

*Please note: Truck and mixer body shown are for illustration purposes only. Refer to 2022 auction truck specifications for product details.

The McNeilus® FLEX Controls™ Standard Mixer
The FLEX ControlsStandard Mixer offers a variety of innovative features including:

  • 10 1/2-cubic-yard M80 Series™ drum with paver opening
  • Three FLEX Controls-Enabled Packages: Awareness, GradeMaster™ and Fuel Saver featuring a new variable displacement pump and motor
  • Flip up hopper
  • PMP PMB 7.1 straight drive
  • Round steel hydraulic tank
  • Split composite water tank 15/135-gallons
  • Painted white to match cab paint
  • Outfitted with an abundance of operator assurance features, many patented and exclusive to McNeilus
    • Lightweight aluminum extension chutes
    • Chute assist for foldover chute to help operator with foldover operation
    • Front and rear roller guards to help cover pinch points
    • Rear camera
    • GradeMaster™ system to ensure the load stays forward in the drum on inclines
    • Two-step bumper with four grab handles for easy access
    • Ladder dampener for optimum user control
    • Enhanced lighting package with night pour lights
  • Armrest with 3-button joystick for operator comfort

For this year’s auction, McNeilus is partnering with Mack Trucks, which is donating a Mack Granite chassis. For a full list of specifications please contact your McNeilus sales manager or visit https://www.concretedegree.com/auction/current-auction-items/.  

Investing in the Future
Last year, the auction raised $1.150 million in gross revenue. Proceeds from the 2022 CIM Auction benefit the CIM National Steering Committee (NSC) and support the current CIM programs at Middle Tennessee State University, New Jersey Institute of Technology, Texas State University, California State University – Chico, South Dakota State University, the Executive MBA program, as well as help fund scholarships.

For a full list of items, please visit https://www.concretedegree.com/auction/current-auction-items/.

About McNeilus
McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation [NYSE: OSK] company, is an industry leading concrete mixer manufacturer in North America. McNeilus is celebrating over 50 years of strength, stability and industry-leading support. The McNeilus mixer has long been the industry standard when it comes to transporting concrete to the job site. The comprehensive, factory direct sales and service network is equipped with replacement parts to bring new life to your entire fleet. McNeilus, along with sister companies London, Oshkosh Commercial Products and IMT, provide the industry with the finest concrete mixers and service trucks to enhance your operation. For more information, visit www.mcneiluscompanies.com

About Oshkosh Corporation
At Oshkosh (NYSE: OSK), we make innovative, mission-critical equipment to help everyday heroes advance communities around the world. Headquartered in Wisconsin, Oshkosh Corporation employs approximately 15,000 team members worldwide, all united behind a common cause: to make a difference in people’s lives. Oshkosh products can be found in more than 150 countries under the brands of JLG®, Pierce®, Oshkosh® Defense, McNeilus®, IMT®, Jerr-Dan®, Frontline™, Oshkosh® Airport Products, London™ and Pratt Miller. For more information, visit oshkoshcorp.com.

®, ™ All brand names referred to in this news release are trademarks of Oshkosh Corporation or its subsidiary companies. 

Forward-Looking Statements
This news release contains statements that the Company believes to be “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements other than statements of historical fact, including, without limitation, statements regarding the Company’s future financial position, business strategy, targets, projected sales, costs, earnings, capital expenditures, debt levels and cash flows, and plans and objectives of management for future operations, are forward-looking statements. When used in this news release, words such as “may,” “will,” “expect,” “intend,” “estimate,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “should,” “project” or “plan” or the negative thereof or variations thereon or similar terminology are generally intended to identify forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other factors, some of which are beyond the Company’s control, which could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements.

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Big Truck Rental Lands McNeilus’s Latest Automation Innovation: Zero Radius™ with CartSeeker

Big Truck Rental purchases McNeilus’s latest innovation at Waste Expo.

BTR purchased the truck featured in the McNeilus® booth, landing the latest innovation in curbside automation.

 

Tampa, FL (August 9, 2021)– Big Truck Rental (BTR), North America’s top source for essential services rental trucks, has purchased a new innovation featured at Waste Expo from McNeilus® Truck and Manufacturing: the Zero Radius™ Side Loader with CartSeeker Curbside Automation.

The truck took the spotlight in the McNeilus booth during the industry’s largest trade show at the Las Vegas Convention Center, June 28-30. The show allowed customers, partners and suppliers to collaborate together in person for the first time in more than a year. Big Truck Rental took advantage of this opportunity to learn about McNeilus’s recent advances, especially with heavy duty truck technology and automation, and picked up the latest in high-tech, simplified refuse collection vehicles.

“We are an innovative and technology-focused organization, and the addition of the McNeilus Zero Radius Automated Side Loader sweetens our rental offerings,” said Zach Martin, President of Big Truck Rental. “This truck’s recent enhancements, including the CartSeeker Curbside Automation technology, allow us to put leading-edge technology in front of our customers. The truck is ready to go to work, so folks should reach out to BTR if they’re interested in trying it out.”

“We’re thrilled that our top-selling side loader with this innovative technology will be running with one of our loyal partners, BTR,” said Matt McLeish, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing. “Our Zero Radius Side Loader has also recently been enhanced with several field-proven upgrades, and we’re excited to get them in the hands of our customers.”

BTR is the industry’s top nationally serviced and maintained rental fleet, which includes front loaders, side loaders, rear loaders, grapple trucks, roll-off garbage trucks, and terminal tractors.

 

CartSeeker Curbside Automation

McNeilus has partnered with Eagle Vision Systems to offer its patented, AI-based CartSeeker Curbside Automation. This cart-recognition technology identifies and locates curbside waste carts and fully automates the operation of the truck’s robotic lift arm without joystick manipulation. This helps with cycle times, training time, safety, predictable scheduling and maintenance.

 

Zero Radius Automated Side Loader

CartSeeker is included in McNeilus’s latest enhancements for its Zero Radius Automated Side Loader, which features the largest hopper available of any side loader on the market and an extremely fast pack cycle.

This side loader offers an innovative zero-radius operation to combat clearance issues, narrow streets, and alleyways. The arm reaches, rather than swings, out to grab cans from 30 to 110 gallons. The McNeilus CODE™ system provides complete vehicle diagnostics, and the Zero Radius is also now available with Tailgate CNG. This easy-to-service, efficient CNG system is field-tested and stands up to the demands of refuse collection.

This vehicle’s durable design includes arm carriage enhancements, upgraded finger pins and finger weldments bushings. The new bolt-on wind guards mean you can replace them as often as needed. Maintenance and servicing are now easier, too, thanks to a larger access door on the truck’s street side. McNeilus CODE software updates further enhance operator experience and help improve ease of training.

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