Bonfiglioli is gearing up to showcase its suite of gear units for mining equipment manufacturers at MinExpo 2024, which will take place September 24-26 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The company will demonstrate how its combined expertise in mobile and industrial applications empowers OEMs to build next-generation mining machines. “Modern mining equipment requires a […]
Sure Grip Controls customizes armrests for operator comfort
Operator comfort and ergonomics are significant considerations in mobile machine design. Sure Grip Controls, a Bailey International company, has launched new armrests for heavy equipment that are fully customizable, including cushion materials and colors and integrating various components such as joysticks, LEDs, and push buttons. Features include: Can be fully sealed up to IP69K Rated […]
Black Bruin X-series is a heavy-duty, compact alternative
Compactness is crucial for many equipment applications, with machine builders aiming for smaller parts that maintain high power. Finnish hydraulic motor manufacturer Black Bruin launched its new X-series for such applications, including recycling, marine and offshore, construction, mining, and material handling. With its patent-pending design, the company aims to enhance the performance, durability, serviceability, and […]
Hydraulic crawler crane makes and preserve space exploration history
An LR 1750/2 hydraulic crawler crane lifted the Endeavor space shuttle orbiter into launch position at the Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center. Preserving humanity’s accomplishments keeps a record of our existence and our exploration of the vast unknown. The Endeavor space shuttle orbiter, which flew 25 missions from 1992 to 2011, was one such […]
Mining innovations zero in on sustainability
As professionals rev up for MinExpo International 2024 in Las Vegas, here’s a look at some mining innovations released since the last gathering. Electrified vehicles, battery storage, and autonomous technology are top of mind across the mining industry, as all companies strive for net-zero targets and more sustainable operations. One glaring challenge is providing fast charging […]
China grants Domin patent for its S4 Pro servo valve
Domin announced that the patent for its ground-breaking S4 Pro servo proportional valve has been granted in China. Alongside existing patents worldwide, this marks a significant milestone in strengthening Domin’s position as an innovator within hydraulics in the Asia-Pacific region. “Since we secured patents for this technology in the UK and USA in 2023, our […]
Danfoss launches ePanda eDrive for low-voltage applications
Danfoss Power Solutions’ new ePanda eDrive for low-voltage applications is designed as a propel solution for mobile elevating work platforms. It is an integrated compact power system comprising an electric motor, microcontroller unit, and reduction gearbox aimed at maximizing efficiency, reliability, and safety. The eDrive joins the ePowerpack in the company’s ePanda series of products […]
Zero-Max celebrates 75 years and hints at future plans
Zero-Max takes pride in responding to customer needs through innovative products and exceptional service. Its first product was a unique mechanical variable speed drive that solved application challenges in varied industries, and many of these drives are still in use 75 years later. With the drive’s successful entry into many different industrial markets, Zero-Max capitalized […]
Engineers are invited to the 2024 International Maha Fluid Power Conference
Purdue University welcomes engineers and fluid power professionals to the 2024 International Maha Fluid Power Conference, held September 3-5, 2024, at the Stewart Center. The conference will include technical presentations, keynote lectures, and social events for attendees to network, exchange ideas, and discuss recent research trends in fluid power and motion control technologies. For the […]
NFPA announces winners of its annual Vehicle Challenge
Once again, the NFPA successfully completed its annual Fluid Power Vehicle Challenge to help university students gain real-world experience solving fluid power problems. The competition combines human-powered vehicles and fluid power — two technology platforms that are not generally associated with one another. Teams design and build their own fluid power vehicles and then compete […]
