JCB Expands Safety Features in Agricultural Equipment

New side door entries aim to reduce slips and falls for cattle producers and farmers.

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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As the heavy equipment manufacturer JCB celebrates its 81st year in business, the company has introduced new safety features in its agricultural machinery to help reduce the risk of slips and falls for cattle producers and farmers. The key innovation is the addition of side door entries, which provide easier and safer access compared to traditional top-entry designs.

Why it matters

Slips, trips, and falls are a major source of injuries and fatalities in the agricultural industry. By prioritizing safety features like side door entries, JCB is working to make its equipment safer and more user-friendly for the farmers and ranchers who rely on it daily.

The details

The new side door entries on JCB's agricultural equipment are designed to provide a more stable and accessible point of entry and exit compared to climbing up and over the top of the machinery. This helps minimize the risk of falls, which can lead to serious injuries or even death in the agricultural sector.

  • JCB is celebrating its 81st year in business in 2026.

The players

JCB

A major manufacturer of heavy equipment, including agricultural machinery, that has been in business for over 80 years.

Clint Erickson

A spokesperson for JCB who discussed the company's new safety features and expansion plans.

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What they’re saying

“We're excited about the expansion in San Antonio to manufacture even more equipment with these important safety upgrades.”

— Clint Erickson (americanagnetwork.com)

What’s next

JCB plans to continue incorporating more safety features into its agricultural equipment lineup as it expands production capacity at its San Antonio facility.

The takeaway

JCB's focus on improving safety through design innovations like side door entries demonstrates the company's commitment to supporting the health and wellbeing of the farmers and ranchers who rely on its equipment every day.