Compact Equipment & Attachments Committee (CEAC)

Mission

The Compact Equipment & Attachments Committee (CEAC), formerly known as the Attachments Manufactruers & Compact Loader / Compact Excavator Manufacturers Committee (AMC/CLCEC), provides a forum for AEM member companies to share knowledge and collaborate on industry specific technical, regulatory, and safety issues. Members work collectively to advance the industry forward by fostering meaningful dialogue, developing unified industry positions, and encouraging the development and harmonization of national and international standards.

Responsibilities

The CEAC serves as the technical committee for addressing regulatory, compliance, and safety issues related to the compact loader/compact excavator and attachment equipment industry. Key activities include:

• Developing industry best practices focused on standardization, simplified sizing, and consistent terminology, and enhanced safety and efficiency of equipment design, manufacture, and application for compact loaders/compact excavators and attachment equipment.
• Identifying, monitoring, and responding to changes in industry standards and regulations at all levels, offering best practices and strategies to address regulatory compliance.
• Serving as a forum for identifying and discussing industry challenges, exchanging knowledge, and building consensus-based industry positions as necessary.
• Promoting and facilitating collaboration among members and engagement with related industry organizations to increase knowledge, grow awareness, and enhance industry reputation.

Product Focus

The CEAC serves the needs of AEM member companies who manufacture compact loaders / compact excavators and the tools, implements, assemblies and major components of these products.

Organization

The CEAC reports to the Construction Equipment Council (CEC).

Meetings

The CEAC meets at least once annually, with additional meetings held as needed.