Sustainable Construction & Machinery: Advancing Zero Emissions and Circularity

Did we spark your interest? Read more about the challenge here and find guidance on the solution further below.

Background

The construction industry is evolving towards sustainability, evident in the pursuit of Zero Emission products with a minimal ecological footprint. Wacker Neuson is at the forefront of this transformation, championing innovative practices across various facets of construction.

From advancing circular approaches in machinery design and battery reuse, or harnessing data-driven efficiency for operational excellence, to building new customer-centric business models, Wacker Neuson is committed to leading a sustainable shift in the sector.

Challenge

This multifaceted approach not only minimizes environmental impact but also paves the way for a more resource-efficient, customer-aligned construction industry. That's why Wacker Neuson is seeking to partner with forward-thinking innovators like you!

• How can your innovative solution drive sustainable and efficient construction practices with Wacker Neuson, offering a pathway to collaborative success and market advancement?

Opportunity areas

To address this challenge, we have identified three specific Opportunity Areas where your innovative solutions can make a substantial impact.

Sustainable Approaches for Construction Machinery: Emphasize innovative solutions for recycling batteries and machine parts, integrating these into a circular model for construction machinery.

• What strategies & solutions can be implemented for effective battery recycling and machine part reuse in construction machinery?

Data-Driven Efficiency: Seek innovative ways to collect and utilize data to enhance the operational efficiency and sustainability of construction machinery.

• What specific types of data are crucial for managing the exchange and lifecycle of construction machinery, such as determining residual values and assessing conditions?
• How can Wacker Neuson employ advanced data analytics and what kind of data foundation is needed to improve machinery performance?

Customer Engagement & Business Innovation: Develop dynamic business models that meet new customer expectations for accessibility, flexibility, and transparency in construction equipment usage.

• How can we integrate trends such as equipment-sharing models, always-on service availability, and advanced tracking for transparent billing into the machinery business?
• What marketing and return strategies can be implemented to build new business models e.g. subscription-based or 24/7 availability?

What are the focus areas?

Sustainable Approaches for Construction Machinery

Focus on identifying market trends and customer expectations that drive the adoption of zero-emission construction machinery. Consider the lifecycle management of equipment, including how customers use it and what might incentivize them to choose sustainable options.

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Data-Driven Efficiency

Embrace innovative data strategies that can inform and drive the future of zero-emission construction machinery. Understand and utilize the data that influences purchasing decisions and sets zero-emission equipment apart from non-zero-emission alternatives.

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Customer Engagement & Business Innovation

Innovate customer engagement and business models by identifying what drives market adoption of zero-emission products and the expectations for service models that complement them.

For more information please download the additional PDF File.