The tractor Puma CLC, "machine of the year 2010" at Agritechnica, stars in Fima

In an area exceeding 1,000 square meters, the launch took place in scene from Case IH at Fima 2010 press conference. Among the main innovations of the year, Xavier Autonell, CEO of Case IH and Steyr for Spain and Portugal emphasized the new Puma CLC tractor. A machine that won the 'Machine of the year 2010' award from the hands of the European Association of specialized press, at the Agritechnica fair. Professionals and audience could appreciate a silver model, Special Edition, the CLC Puma 'in situ' and so ' more in-depth knowledge ' the peculiarities of this tractor awarded recently. For example, his power of up to 247 HP (with GPM); continuous transmission (CVT) with technology of double clutch (DKT), the ABS system that transforms the strength of the air compressed in hydraulic and the possibility of reaching 60 km/h. Other benefits that the jury took into account, at the time of awarding the prize, were the ease of management through the Panel of intuitive Control (ICP), the touch monitor AFS Pro 300 and the Multicontroller of last generation, a characteristic it shares with the Maxxum series. The new JXU 115, model to complete the range with a power of 113 HP and superior benefits was also present at the stand, which housed almost all of the machines of both firms, to the already characteristic of the JXU series.

In regards of harvesting machinery, Fima showed the new Harvester Axial Flow 8120 with technology of rotor single online to ensure excellent a threshing and separation. This combine harvester, adaptable to any condition and cultivation, can be mounted rigid or flexible tape heads for grain or corn with different widths of court, a 'plus' more when assessing the quality of the product obtained.

In the field of technical innovations, one could also observe specific tractor for forest work Steyr Profi Classic, unique in its category with original factory protections, as well as other exposed equipment: a 335 Magnum, two tractors of the Quantum seriestwo Maxxum Multicontroller and a packing giant series LB 433, for example. In addition, the more fond of Case IH discovered the new store FanShop, where found variety of promotional items and curiosities of the brand.

Since the beginning of the month of February, Matthew Foster has joined as Vice President of Case IH & Steyr, as successor to Andreas Klauser. Foster, agronomist, is responsible for both brands in all European countries. "Matthew Foster has been involved in farming since childhood and has strong ratings in the agricultural branch and many years of experience in our company." Its activities in the promotion of our brands have proven to be highly successful. "Their leadership style and the way in which undertakes, with enthusiasm, as well as his good relationship with our representatives and customers, make him the ideal choice", said Andreas Klauser. Born in Ireland in the North, Foster started his career in areas of export and development for some leading European manufacturers of agricultural machinery industry. In 1996, he began his professional career in Case IH. Until his current appointment, he was director of business for the United Kingdom and France markets. "Agriculture in Europe is facing enormous challenges." "Will require more than ever, modern technologies adapted to local conditions to give a response to these challenges at the same time protecting the resources". The current situation of European agriculture has thus assessed Matthew Foster. "The innovative agricultural technology - has acknowledged - play here a key role." In addition to sustainability, it will be essential to increasing productivity in all sectors of agriculture. "Hand in hand with a service innovator and a network of representatives in Europe, Case IH and Steyr provide the latest concepts in technology collection and tractors, along with advanced agricultural systems of precision".