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Recognised globaly, Reman Day is led by the Remanufacturing Industrial Council (RIC) and highlights the value of restoring used components to perform like-new, extending the product life, reducing waste and the reliance on new raw materials.
Heath Joiner, head of parts & service for CNH Australia and New Zealand, says that as rural and regional industries face ongoing cost pressures, this approach is becoming increasingly relevant for farm machinery maintenance.
"Farmers continue to face increasing external financial pressures, and when farm machinery parts require replacement this can cost them further in time, money and productivity," Joiner says.
"Remanufacturing is a smart way to help lower costs for farmers, avoid complicated and often expensive rebuilds, and importantly maintain machinery uptime.
"It not only supports farmers' bottom lines, but for our industry, it also plays a critical role in reducing waste and conserving natural resources. It is a win-win for both the agricultural sector and the environment," he says.
In 2024, CNH Reman globally reduced raw material consumption by approximately 5,200 tonnes by refurbishing used components. Up to 85% of an engine can be salvaged and remanufactured multiple times, significantly extending its lifecycle value.
Beyond cost, the environmental benefits are substantial. Remanufactured parts can require up to 85% less energy to produce compared to new components, reducing emissions across manufacturing, energy consumption and the broader supply chain. CNH is globally targeting 90% recyclability across new products by 2030.
Joiner says it is not only a budget-friendly option for Case IH, New Holland and CASE Construction machinery owners, but remanufactured parts are OEM-backed and come with a two-year warranty, giving customers greater peace of mind.
CNH Reman offers farmers access to thousands of available parts, across more than 20,000 applications. This includes transmissions, drivelines, engines, electrical components, harvest parts, hydraulics and more.
"Our local dealers support remanufacturing Case IH, New Holland and CASE Construction machinery parts because they too know that it is a smarter way to keep farms moving with less costs, less downtime and more value from every machine," Joiner adds.
"Reman Day is a good reminder to keep valuable materials in use for longer and reduce the need for new raw resources. By recognising these contributions and encouraging more industries, including agriculture, to embrace the benefits, everyone stands to gain from it."
