Sign In
Welcome! Sign In to personalize your Cat.com experience
If you already have an existing account with another Cat App, you can use the same account to sign in here
Register Now
One Account. All of Cat.
Your Caterpillar account is the single account you use to log in to select services and applications we offer. Shop for parts and machines online, manage your fleet, go mobile, and more.
Account Information
Site Settings
Security
Explore More on the Cat® Blog
At Cat®, we're here to help you succeed. See our complete list of blog articles below where you'll find topics on everything from business tips to equipment maintenance, technology, financing, jobsite safety and much more.
Cat Blog Articles
-
University Research Aims to Reduce Methane Emissions in Oil & Gas Applications
Funded by a grant from the U.S. Department of Energy, students at Colorado State University (CSU) are actively involved in efforts to reduce methane emissions in the oil & gas industry. CSU engineering students conduct research in an on-campus facility called the Engines and Energy Conversion Lab (EECL), and also participate in field trials.
Learn More -
A “New” Solution for 2nd, 3rd and 4th Overhauls
Let's explore how overhauls with Cat® Reman long blocks and engines with new content could save you time and money.
Learn More -
4 Ways Training Programs Boost Your Bottom Line
As new innovations continue to drive the oil and gas sector forward, it’s critical to have a strong pipeline of skilled technicians capable of achieving optimal performance with their sites’ Cat® equipment. Caterpillar Oil & Gas offers dozens of courses across three segments – drilling, well service and gas compression – to support that goal. These modules are customizable and cover a full range of equipment, project site scenarios and development needs.
Learn More -
How to Apply a Learning Mentality to Your Safety Conversations
Join Rossina Gil as she discusses how to shift the tone of your conversations and apply a learning mentality that can help build a culture of safety on your site.
Learn More -
Cat® On-Highway Truck Engine Preventive Maintenance
Your Cat dealer has the on-highway truck engine preventive maintenance products you need.
SEE CAT POWER -
Behind the Scenes of the Cat® G3600 A4 Gen 2
Gas compression operations are an essential part of the production process, ensuring pressurized gas can be moved through pipelines for use in our communities, commercial stations and beyond. Downtime is not an option. With the introduction of the Cat® G3600 in 1991, Caterpillar delivered an engine with the power needed to support increased gas production while providing the operation and maintenance ease that operators demand.
Learn More -
The Cat® AD45 Articulated Truck: A Machine for Modern Mining
Learn how one of Caterpillar's most innovative mining machines, the AD45 articulated mining truck, is helping one of China's largest mines maximize production.
Learn More -
Succeed With Expertise: Miami Lakes Learning Center Equips Technicians to Master Daily Oilfield Demands
Oil and gas companies seeking to enhance their technicians’ knowledge and skills often contact the Miami Lakes Learning Center (MLLC). The center empowers technicians to expand their capabilities through Caterpillar Oil & Gas’ industry-recognized learning and development modules.
Learn More -
From Trash to Treasure: Cat® Parts Artists Work Magic with Scrap
Learn how skilled Caterpillar employees use discarded scrap parts for unique furniture & creative ideas, including some at Cat facilities & charity auctions.
Learn More -
That Tracks! Data Plays A Big Role for The Cat Rental Store and Major League Soccer
Learn how both Major League Soccer and the Cat Rental Store use tracking technologies when managing player data or a fleet of rental equipment.
Learn More -
Cat® Truck Engine Repair Options Built Around You
Discover the many truck engine repair options available for your Cat® on-highway engine.
TAKE A LOOK -
Caterpillar and AI: Three Ways Smart Technology Makes Work Easier
Learn how Caterpillar utilizes AI within our technology product offerings, including applications in fleet management, equipment maintenance and parts. Test
Learn More Technology -
The Five Principles of Human and Organizational Performance
Rossina Gil shares the five key principles of Human and Organizational Performance — and explains how you can use them to build and sustain culture of safety on your site.
Learn More -
Truckers See Real Results with Cat® Reman Engines
See why truck owners and repair shops choose Cat® Reman engines for truck engine repair.
TAKE A LOOK -
Elevating the Standards at Sea
Marine operations are challenging in many ways due to the harsh conditions and extreme weather regularly encountered at sea. Investing in a marine propulsion engine is a decision that must be carefully evaluated, as power, performance and total cost of ownership (TCO) are crucial considerations.
Learn More -
Cat® Rental Fleet Options: Cat Financial Services
The Cat® Rental Store and Cat Card can help you save money during economic uncertainty.
SEE HOW -
Smart Job Bidding with Cat Financial Solutions
Expand your construction bidding opportunities and reduce risk with these finance options.
FIND OUT MORE -
Cat® 995 Wheel Loader: Reducing Emissions Through Efficiency and Productivity
Learn about the ways the Cat 995 Wheel Loader can help your site reduce greenhouse gas emissions by moving more material while burning less fuel.
Learn More -
Potential benefits of the Inflation Reduction Act for the U.S. Oil & Gas industry
The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) makes the single largest investment in climate and energy in American history, putting the U.S. on a pathway to a net-zero economy by 2050.
Learn More -
Sea Bubble Curtains
Discover how ScanTech Offshore uses Cat® engines to build sea bubble curtains that protect marine life during offshore wind farm construction.
Learn More -
A History of Three Shale Formations: Part Three – The Haynesville Basin
The Haynesville Basin represents a journey through time, resilience and energy triumph.
Learn More -
A Lasting Legacy
Flor Rivas, Caterpillar Inc., USA, celebrates 130 years of Caterpillar operations out of South Milwaukee in a Q&A with Will Owen, Editor of Global Mining Review
Learn More -
The Cat® 995 Wheel Loader: A High-Efficiency Leader
The Cat® 995 Wheel Loader moves more material than its predecessor, the 994K, for significantly less cost. Not only does it deliver a larger payload — it’s also infused with efficiency enhancements that help sites get more done in less time, with less fuel.
Learn More -
Financial Tips to Lower Construction Employee Turnover
Take steps to reduce construction employee turnover with these Cat Financial solutions.
FIND OUT MORE -
Day in the Life: Michael Weidenfeller
Product strategy manager for drilling and mobile power applications Michael Weidenfeller works with both engineers and oil field companies to provide the right solution for their global drilling needs. He combines his love of business with his ability to interpret engineering terminology to enable customers to understand all the power management solutions available to them.
Learn More -
Welds Worthy of the Work
Discover how Caterpillar welders use the latest technology to deliver consistent, high-quality welds that meet our manufacturing standards and exceed your expectations.
Learn More -
Caterpillar Marine Power UK Ltd provides a competitive range of propulsion and auxiliary products for the ferry segment
CMPUK located in Wimborne, UK, manufactures Caterpillar Marine diesel engines as part of the Caterpillar Oil & Gas and Marine Division. The business designs, manufactures, and sells propulsion engines (from 280 bhp to 500 bhp), auxiliary engines, and electrical generators (from 10 kWe to 200 kWe) exclusively for marine applications under the Cat® brand.
Learn More -
The Evolution of a Workhorse
Gordon Wilkin, Caterpillar, Inc., reviews the evolution of the CAT® R2900: an LHD on the verge of celebrating 30 years since its first introduction to the mining industry.
Learn More -
How Municipal Utilities Can Address Surging Power Demand
For many municipal utility managers I talk to, it’s getting tougher to continue providing the highest levels of reliability, service, and value. Customer preferences are changing. Some want 100% renewable power overnight; others simply care about cost. Other challenges are mounting, too: New technologies. Increased regulation. Workforce shortages. Budget constraints. And perhaps biggest of all, rising demand.
Learn More -
Understanding the Differences Between Lean-Burn and Rich-Burn Engines
Essential Considerations to Determine Which Type of Engine is Most Beneficial for Your Gas Compression Project
Learn More -
Leveraging Hybrid Technologies to Reduce Fuel Costs and Increase Efficiency
Operators and drilling companies continue to focus on reducing fuel costs and increasing operating efficiency while reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The Cat® Hybrid Energy Storage Solution helps address these needs as it enables companies to reduce diesel use and related emissions.
Learn More -
The Right Tools For the Job
Learn more about the Ground Engaging Tool options available for the R2900 XE Diesel-Electric Underground Loader.
Learn More -
Cleaner. Faster. More Powerful.
Learn more about how the R2900 XE Diesel-Electric Underground Loader helps sites reduce exhaust emissions.
Learn More -
Addressing Tomorrow's Workforce Challenges
The U.S. oil and gas industry supports 10.8 million full-time and part-time jobs in all 50 states, making up 5.4 percent of the country’s workforce, and contributes nearly $1.8 trillion per year to the U.S. economy, according to an American Petroleum Institute report prepared by PricewaterhouseCoopers in 2021.
Learn More -
A Performance Evaluation Tool for Today’s Gas Compression Operations
Choosing the right engine for a gas compression site is an important step. However, reliably predicting engine performance and tracking key metrics is essential for operational success in today’s energy landscape. As sustainability becomes increasingly important, operators require a tool that provides site-specific performance estimates to select the most appropriate engine solutions.
Learn More -
Hybrid Technologies Deliver Efficiencies That Add Up
As fuel is always one of the greatest expenses in the oilfield, technological advances that drive greater efficiencies are top of mind for E&P s and drilling operators. Newly available electrification and optimization technologies lower fuel consumption and related greenhouse gas emissions while maintaining on-site reliability and durability.
Learn More -
Industrial Power Blog
Welcome to the Cat Industrial Power Blog, your go-to source for the latest insights and updates in the industrial power space. Dive into informative articles, technical insights, and maintenance tips from Caterpillar's power systems experts.
Read more -
The Circular Dance
If you were to ask a man on the street what he associates with the oil and gas industry, images of oil derricks, massive tankers, and petrol pumps are likely points of reference. While it’s viewed by some as a smokestack industry steeped in the past—don’t be mistaken—the oil and gas sector is taking bold strides into the future, dancing to the rhythm of the circular economy.
Learn More -
Remote Services
Remote Services is a technology suite that improves jobsite efficiency by enabling diagnostic testing and remote updates to connected machines.
Learn More -
Caterpillar Equipment Model Name & Number Basics
Learn the meaning behind Caterpillar equipment model names, including their history, what the model numbers & letters mean and how new products are named.
Learn More -
FAQS: What Are Renewable Fuels?
Renewable diesel fuels… they're kind of like nature's gift to our engines. So, what is renewable diesel fuel, exactly? We're talking about fuel made from stuff like soy, palm, canola, even used cooking oil and animal fat.
Read more -
Contractor Helps Employees Live Safe and Work Safe with Support from Caterpillar Safety Services
See how one customer partnered with Caterpillar Safety Services to help create a people-first safety culture across all their operations.
Learn More -
Marching On 2024: Taking Strides Towards Wellbeing
In the bustling world of Caterpillar, gears are always turning, and engines are relentlessly powering progress. Amidst the steel, sweat, and innovations, there's a unique tradition that has steadily become a beacon of well-being – the Marching On event.
Read more -
Act Now to Leverage CHP Tax Credits Up to 50%
The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), signed into law in August 2022, provides nearly $400 billion in tax credits and incentives over a decade to promote climate change mitigation and stimulate clean energy development in the U.S. It’s the largest single investment in climate and energy in American history — and it includes the highest incentives ever provided by the federal government for combined heat and power (CHP) projects.
Learn More -
5 Steps to Sign-Off on a New Energy Solution
You’re a large energy consumer, maybe in healthcare, education, distribution or transportation. You’re facing pressure — internal, external or both — to increase your energy resiliency, lower your carbon emissions, reduce your energy costs, add capacity for expansion, or some combination of all four. You know you need to act (and soon), but you’re struggling with how to get started implementing a solution.
Learn More -
Stepping Out of the Machine's Shadow
Learn more about how we're helping companies as they eliminate live work in order to improve technician safety.
Learn More -
Benefits of Rebuilding (or Refurbishing) Heavy Construction Equipment
Heavy equipment rebuilding (often referred to as heavy equipment refurbishing) is a smart way to get more value out of your investment. Explore the benefits.
DISCOVER MORE -
What To Know About Buying Rebuilt (or Refurbished) Heavy Equipment
What’s included in heavy equipment rebuilding (often referred to as heavy equipment refurbishing)? And what can you expect from a rebuilt machine? Get answers.
GET DETAILS -
Day in the Life: Hassan Khalid
As a senior strategy consultant, Hassan Khalid guides Caterpillar's gas compression product strategy to continue to meet industry and market demands.
Learn More -
A Career Spent Alongside the G3600
When the G3600 debuted in 1991, Bobby Runnels was just starting out as a technician. See where more than three decades have taken him and this gas compression engine.
Learn More -
Fraccing has resulted in energy security, but questions remain
Hydraulic fracturing (“fraccing”) is a complex, multi-step process that allows access to previously inaccessible oil and natural gas reserves.
Learn More -
Caterpillar Technology Enables Out of This World Solutions
Learn how Caterpillar’s efforts in autonomous technology, robotics and soil simulation are helping NASA with excavation & construction projects on the moon.
Learn More Technology -
Day in the Life – Matt Rayson
Aftermarket sales are a large focus for Caterpillar. Matt Rayson has been a marketing strategist in various roles and global locations, supporting the service and support needs for customers and dealers.
Learn More -
8 Tips to Prolong Engine Life and Reduce Operating Costs through Preventative Maintenance
Let's explore simple ways to keep your engine in top shape.
Read more -
EdgeX Carbide Seat Technology Promotes Operational Efficiencies
Leveraging high-performance pump expendables, like the SPM™ EdgeX Carbide Seat, is a valuable strategy to enhance productivity and lower costs – especially as the use of high-horsepower fleets is expected to grow.
Learn More -
Cat Power Finance: Solutions Tailored to Your Industry
Experts on the Cat Power Finance team are dedicated to finding solutions for oil and gas, electric power, industrial power and rail industries.
GET DETAILS -
Addressing the Risk of Operator Fatigue and Distraction
Learn more about how the Cat® Driver Safety System helped on customer site address the risks of fatigue and distraction on their site.
Learn More -
Using Technology to Boost Efficiency and Lower Costs
See how Cat® MineStar™ is helping one customer site become more efficient.
Learn More -
Ensuring Drills Work According to Plan
See how Cat® MineStar™ Terrain for drilling is helping optimize one mine's drilling and blasting operation.
Learn More -
C32B Simplicity and Design
A Renowned Yacht Designer Shares Today’s Yacht Building Trends.
Learn More -
Energy Innovators Wanted
Energy Innovators Wanted
Learn More -
Cat® G3600 Engine Continues to Evolve to Meet Operators’ Needs
Learn about the improvements the Next Gen Cat® G3600 Engine brings to the oil and gas industry.
Learn More -
I Know What You Did Last Summer - Part 2
Summer may feel far away, but it’s always internship season at Caterpillar. Each year, talented young professionals spend several months learning from the industry’s experts. Like most internships, each intern’s skill set is diverse — and so are their personalities! "Confessions of an Intern" showcases each intern's unique perspective, infectious personality and individual experience at Caterpillar Oil & Gas and Marine.
Learn More -
What’s Caterpillar Doing at CES 2024?
Showcasing Real Solutions Addressing Real Problems in Real Applications
Learn More -
Proactively Improving Rope Shovel Uptime at New Peru Copper Mine
See how we worked with Anglo American to reduce boom jack events at their new copper mine.
Learn More -
Machine Rebuild is Ideal Time for Emission Upgrades
Rebuilding machines is the ideal time to incorporate updated emission controls and take new steps toward improving air quality inside underground mines.
Learn More -
Winter Diesel Engine Checklist
To help get the most from your machine during the cold months, prepare for winter temperatures and follow this diesel engine checklist for optimal winter performance.
Read more -
Thanks A Million
Get details on the Million Miler Club, our exclusive truck driver loyalty program with perks to reward your hard work.
Learn More -
Is Your Organization a Good Fit for EaaS? And Is Your EaaS Partner a Good Fit for You?
Our EaaS team at Caterpillar has implemented solutions for all types of operations: from K-12 schools and grocery stores to industrial facilities. The concept — you purchase energy outcomes and turn ownership and upkeep of energy assets over to a third party — works for many organizations. How do you know if yours is one of them?
Learn More -
Learning Energy’s History and Future at Wiess Energy Hall
The Wiess Energy Hall at the Houston Museum of Natural Science offers an immersive, chronological journey through the history of energy, spanning from the Big Bang to future technologies. Originally focused on oil and gas, the exhibit expanded several years ago to encompass diverse types of energy. By providing a comprehensive understanding of energy processes—from upstream to downstream—the exhibit plays a pivotal role in educating anyone interested in the energy industry.
Learn More -
Demystifying Oil and Gas
Curious to know the difference between oil and gas, or the sustainability efforts that are taking place in the industry? The following breakdown separates oil and gas facts and fiction.
Learn More -
Expert Maintenance Enhances Total Cost of Ownership
As oilfield service providers and operators push their hydraulic fracturing equipment harder and longer, uptime is critical. Any unplanned downtime compromises efficiencies – and cuts into profitability. Oil and gas businesses can significantly reduce ownership and operating costs when utilizing experts to properly maintain and monitor equipment.
Learn More -
Ready to Serve: Caterpillar Defense Powers Government and Military Operations
Beginning with World War I, the Armed Forces of the United States have relied on Cat® equipment. That relationship continues today, as Caterpillar supports men and women in uniform as well as federal civilians with leading-edge solutions and global support.
Learn More -
Driving Operational Efficiency: Fresh Insights to Increase Safety and Reduce Downtime
Worksite safety and operational efficiency are foundational elements of success in the oil and gas industry. Habitual maintenance practices underpin both in today’s oil patch. While training is essential, digital tools complement workers’ efforts to inform them about unseen issues that can force equipment offline.
Learn More -
Engine Advice: When Do I Need to Adjust the Valves on My New Engine?
Engine Intake and Exhaust valves should be adjusted at the first oil change on a new engine. For Cat® Marine Engines, the first oil change could be recommended at 250, 500 or 1,000 hours, depending upon configuration. Consult your manual for specific configurations and intervals.
Learn More -
Top Tips to Finding the Right Parts for Your Cat Machine
Learn easy ways to quickly find parts that fit and how to ensure you get the right part for your Cat equipment, every time online.
Learn More Technology -
Behind the Screen: A Sit down With a Developer of Cat Central
Our CX project manager, Ben Geyer,sits down with us to share what really goes into developing an app.
Learn More -
A History of Three Shale Formations: Part Two – The Marcellus Shale
The Marcellus Shale plays a pivotal role at home and abroad.
Learn More -
A History of Three Shale Formations: Part One – The Permian Basin
The Permian formation is a unique and noteworthy part of a larger historical mosaic.
Learn More -
How We Reclaim and Salvage Equipment Parts
Cat® Reman’s cleaning and salvage processes are essential to remanufacturing parts.
SEE HOW IT WORKS -
Rebuilding (or Refurbishing) vs. Repairing Heavy Equipment
What’s a better choice: heavy equipment rebuilding (often referred to as heavy equipment refurbishing) or repairing? Compare the differences.
SEE FOR YOURSELF -
What To Know About Repaired Heavy Equipment
Buying repaired heavy equipment can save you money. But will it perform to your expectations? Follow these four steps to feel more confident in your purchase.
FOLLOW THESE STEPS -
Benefits of Rebuilding (or Refurbishing) Heavy Construction Equipment
Heavy equipment rebuilding (often referred to as heavy equipment refurbishing) is a smart way to get more value out of your investment. Explore the benefits.
DISCOVER MORE -
How Cat Approaches Heavy Equipment Repair
Here’s what to expect from your Cat® dealer when repairing heavy equipment, doing Self-Service Options for do-it-yourself repairs.
BE IN THE KNOW -
Repairing Heavy Equipment: Four Factors To Consider
See how your Cat® dealer factors in ownership, utilization, affordability and turnaround time to help you choose the best option for repairing heavy equipment.
DIVE IN -
What to Know About Buying Rebuilt (or Refurbished) Heavy Equipment
What’s included in heavy equipment rebuilding (often referred to as heavy equipment refurbishing)? And what can you expect from a rebuilt machine? Get answers.
GET DETAILS -
Caterpillar and the Diversified Naval Fleet: Manned, Unmanned and Autonomous Vessels
The maritime branch of a nation’s armed forces spans across a wide range of activities. Naval vessels have developed over time from wooden sailing ships stocked with cannons to today’s technology-laden ships and submersibles.
Learn More -
I Know What You Did Last Summer - Part 1
School’s out and internship season has officially begun! Students from across the country joined Caterpillar’s internship program to develop their skills as they worked alongside our oil and gas and marine experts. Our Confessions of an Intern series highlights their unique perspectives, infectious personalities, and memorable experiences as a Caterpillar Oil & Gas and Marine Intern.
Learn More -
Demystifying the EaaS Model: Don’t Buy Power Products. Buy Energy Outcomes.
Software as a Service, or SaaS. Today, most applications — everything from Microsoft Office to Google Drive to Salesforce — are hosted by a third-party provider and made available via the web or a mobile app. You don’t need to install or configure anything on your computer, and the SaaS provider handles all maintenance, upgrades, and licensing. It’s more convenient for users and more affordable for businesses.
Learn More -
History of Cat® Trucking
We've come a long way since the first Cat® on-highway truck engines hit the road. Learn more about our trucking history.
Learn More -
Thieves 0 – Caterpillar 1
The fascinating (and true) story of how Visionlink® helped recover a stolen Cat® Backhoe Loader.
Learn More Technology -
Delivering Unparalleled Results in New South Wales
Learn more about why most of the surface mines in New South Wales, Australia, choose to use Cat drills
Learn More -
More Than 80 Patents Protect Cat Reman Innovation
Learn about some of the proprietary tech that makes sure Cat Reman quality is spot on.
SEE HOW -
Caterpillar Employees Participate in Women in Mining USA Annual Conference
Nearly 20 women from Caterpillar mining attended the conference to learn more about the growing role of women in the industry — and to demonstrate Caterpillar's role as a leader in diversity and inclusion
Learn More -
Cat® Onboard Technology
Next Generation Cat® excavators set a new standard for technology in the cab. Learn how Cat Onboard Technology makes it easier, faster and cheaper to do your job.
Read more -
HVO Engines
Read about the Cat® C Series engines that can operate on Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) fuel while reducing CO.
Read more -
Gear Up for the 2023 New School Year
Shop our Cat branded back-to-school must-haves, including a Caterpillar backpack, hats, a water bottle and more. Check out our list of Cat merch for students of any age.
Learn More -
7 Ways to Expand Profits on Any Construction Budget
Bottom lines are tight. Use these tips to save money on the job without cutting quality.
GROW YOUR PROFITS -
Complete Lease: A Lower-Cost Equipment Lease Agreement
Save money with an equipment lease agreement that includes maintenance and protection.
GET THE DETAILS -
Engine Protection: Why Add Extended Service Coverage?
Find out how to add engine or generator protection to help control costs and downtime.
GET THE DETAILS
