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Differential lock valves improve fuel efficiency and control
For decades, spool-type flow dividers have proven themselves well in the differential locks of hydraulic traction drives. In recent years, however, … [Read More...] about Differential lock valves improve fuel efficiency and control
Today on Mobile Hydraulic Tips
- NFPA to present Advanced Hydraulics Conference at iVT EXPO 2024
- When should you use hydrostatic pumps?
- Differential lock valves improve fuel efficiency and control
- Editron electric converter receives agricultural engineering distinction
- The promise and pitfalls of electric construction machines
- Raising mobile machine efficiency via advanced electrohydraulics
- Lightweight hydraulic low-speed, high-torque motors
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NFPA to present Advanced Hydraulics Conference at iVT EXPO 2024
The National Fluid Power Association (NFPA) has entered into a partnership agreement with UKI Media & Events to convene and co-locate an advanced hydraulics conference for off-highway vehicle and … [Read More...] about NFPA to present Advanced Hydraulics Conference at iVT EXPO 2024
Differential lock valves improve fuel efficiency and control
For decades, spool-type flow dividers have proven themselves well in the differential locks of hydraulic traction drives. In recent years, however, the demands of mobile machine operators have risen … [Read More...] about Differential lock valves improve fuel efficiency and control
The promise and pitfalls of electric construction machines
For the last eight years engineers at Suncar AG, Zurich, Switzerland have been developing electric construction machines, and they offered some insights at the recent Future of Electrification 2024 … [Read More...] about The promise and pitfalls of electric construction machines
Raising mobile machine efficiency via advanced electrohydraulics
There is heightened interest in optimizing the performance of mobile machines with electrohydraulic solutions, in particular with the coming need to transition from conventional machines to … [Read More...] about Raising mobile machine efficiency via advanced electrohydraulics
The growing wave of software-defined machines
Data-driven off-road equipment will improve uptime and performance and reduce operating costs. Mobile machine owners, fleet operators and rental companies increasingly want equipment that offers … [Read More...] about The growing wave of software-defined machines
Stone walls make a comeback with an autonomous hydraulic excavator
It’s no secret that the construction industry is a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions. As such, engineers and researchers constantly explore new technologies that align with sustainability … [Read More...] about Stone walls make a comeback with an autonomous hydraulic excavator
Duplomatic MS expands in Germany with mobile cylinder-maker Phillip Acon Hydraulik
Duplomatic MS Spa, a company within the Daikin Group, is pleased to announce a significant development in Germany. Günther Till GmbH & Co. KG, a well-known German cylinder manufacturer and already … [Read More...] about Duplomatic MS expands in Germany with mobile cylinder-maker Phillip Acon Hydraulik
Concentric AB appoints Dr Roger Ingemey as Senior Vice President Hydraulics Division
Concentric AB has appointed Dr Roger Ingemey as Senior Vice President Hydraulics Division. The appointment, from February 1, will be pivotal in executing the Group strategic plan, to deliver … [Read More...] about Concentric AB appoints Dr Roger Ingemey as Senior Vice President Hydraulics Division
Bosch Rexroth and Modine partner on thermal management for electrified machinery
Collaboration and innovation drive the transition to electric vehicles in industrial vehicles as two transportation industry leaders advance the state of the art together. As part of its … [Read More...] about Bosch Rexroth and Modine partner on thermal management for electrified machinery
The shift towards electrified mobile machinery: a Q&A with Domenico Traverso of Danfoss Editron
As I noted in our mobile trends feature last month, the discussion around transitioning machinery to more efficient alternatives, particularly in embracing electric solutions has gained significant … [Read More...] about The shift towards electrified mobile machinery: a Q&A with Domenico Traverso of Danfoss Editron
Electrification conference set for February
ZAPI Group, a leading proponent of vehicle electrification, will hold its Future of Electrification virtual conference on February 7-8, 2024. The third annual conference will bring together industry … [Read More...] about Electrification conference set for February
Mobile machinery: working towards a sustainable future
All trends in mobile machinery development point toward creating more compact, fuel-efficient machines that reduce emissions. It seems like every day, news is released from key fluid power … [Read More...] about Mobile machinery: working towards a sustainable future
GM and Komatsu collaborate on hydrogen-powered mining truck
General Motors and Komatsu will co-develop a hydrogen fuel cell power module for Komatsu’s 930E mining truck, said to be the world’s best-selling ultra-class haul truck. The surface-mining electric … [Read More...] about GM and Komatsu collaborate on hydrogen-powered mining truck
Agriculture electrifies without bailing on hydraulics
Efficient farming is top of mind for the agricultural industry, but not at the environment’s expense. Though net-zero targets tend to push OEMs toward fully electric and even autonomous machines, … [Read More...] about Agriculture electrifies without bailing on hydraulics
Komatsu to acquire U.S. battery manufacturer
The construction, mining, forestry, and industrial heavy equipment markets are experiencing rapid and massive growth in electrification driven by CO2 reduction efforts, regulatory demands, ESG and … [Read More...] about Komatsu to acquire U.S. battery manufacturer