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 … [Read More...] about Agriculture electrifies without bailing on hydraulics
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How do I know I’ve oversized my pump?
By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Oversizing your hydraulic pump is a relatively common error by beginner fluid power professionals or, more … [Read More...] about How do I know I’ve oversized my pump?
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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
Caterpillar to develop hydrogen-powered hydraulic hybrids
Caterpillar has announced the launch of a three-year program to demonstrate an advanced hydrogen-hybrid power solution built on its new Cat C13D engine platform. Starting in the first quarter … [Read More...] about Caterpillar to develop hydrogen-powered hydraulic hybrids
Purdue’s 2024 International Maha Fluid Power Conference planning is underway
Purdue’s Maha Fluid Power Research Center has started planning for the 2024 International Maha Fluid Power Conference. The conference will be held at Purdue University from September 3 to 5, 2024. The … [Read More...] about Purdue’s 2024 International Maha Fluid Power Conference planning is underway
Danfoss launches two new game-changing products, boosting on- and off-highway electrification
Danfoss Power Solutions’ Editron division has launched two new electrification products at this year’s Agritechnica trade fair. Its' ED3 onboard charger will enable heavy-duty electric vehicles to be … [Read More...] about Danfoss launches two new game-changing products, boosting on- and off-highway electrification
Sodium-ion batteries on the horizon: Are they ready for mobile machines?
By Anton Zhukov, Electrical Engineer, an expert in uninterrupted power solutions To curb the limited supply and high price of battery-grade lithium, alternative sodium-ion batteries are one of the … [Read More...] about Sodium-ion batteries on the horizon: Are they ready for mobile machines?
Compact check valves fit tight installation spaces
Check valves are proven components that allow media to flow in only one direction and prevent backflow in the opposite direction — similar to diodes in electrical applications. For years, the … [Read More...] about Compact check valves fit tight installation spaces
TTControl announces tighter integration with HYDAC Software’s MATCH suite
TTControl, a joint venture of HYDAC International and TTTech, is pleased to announce that it will now be offering the renowned MATCH software developed by HYDAC Software directly to its customers. … [Read More...] about TTControl announces tighter integration with HYDAC Software’s MATCH suite
Material handlers lead the charge to the future
Material handling machines lead the pack in terms of electrification and autonomy, as their compact designs are a perfect fit to test out sustainable options. As battery-powered machines … [Read More...] about Material handlers lead the charge to the future
Agritechnica 2023: ARGO-HYTOS presents “Everything Hydraulic”
Under the motto "Everything Hydraulic," ARGO-HYTOS presents its system competence in agricultural technology at this year's Agritechnica in Hanover. When it comes to hydraulic systems, innovation is … [Read More...] about Agritechnica 2023: ARGO-HYTOS presents “Everything Hydraulic”
Electrification for yard loaders and telehandlers from a single source
Electrically driven yard loaders and telehandlers have already been working successfully in agriculture and at transshipment points for some time. The drive concepts are constantly being optimized, … [Read More...] about Electrification for yard loaders and telehandlers from a single source
Fluid power at sea
Learn how hydraulics are used in maritime vessels and why hydraulics is the technology of choice. By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Hydraulics have played a vital role in various … [Read More...] about Fluid power at sea
Domin receives £4.4 million to revolutionize vehicle propulsion
Domin has been awarded £4.4 million by the Advanced Propulsion Centre (APC) to participate in Project Additive — an initiative to develop integrated wheel motor and active suspension technology that … [Read More...] about Domin receives £4.4 million to revolutionize vehicle propulsion
Teleo launches autonomous capabilities for heavy construction
Teleo, a Palo Alto, Calif. based company building autonomous technology for heavy construction equipment, today announced that Florida-based Tomahawk Construction will become the first customer to … [Read More...] about Teleo launches autonomous capabilities for heavy construction
Hydraulic multicopters have the potential to save lives
Hard-to-access locations aren’t hard to come by these days. With wars, natural disasters, and political unrest, people worldwide suffer from wounds, illness, and famine in harsh environments. Though … [Read More...] about Hydraulic multicopters have the potential to save lives
