Contributed by Hallie Riley & Victoria Lower • IC Fluid Power When you step onto the floor of an industrial plant, the vast scale and constant hum of activity are undeniable. Massive hydraulic presses and intricate pipework stretch across the floor with the kind of freedom this scale allows. Space is abundant and equipment can […]
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Hydraulic cylinders provide the safe lifting on self-propelled inloader
At bauma in April, Combilift, an Irish material handling equipment manufacturer, unveiled its newest innovation — a self-propelled inloader called the COMBi-SPI. This launch marks a significant milestone in the transport of high loads, such as precast concrete, wall panels or glass A-frames, within production facilities and yard environments. The COMBi-SPI is an efficient, maneuverable […]
Electrifying massive crawler cranes with electrics and hydraulics
Danfoss eHydraulic power module enables electrification of 200-tonne SANY crawler crane Construction machinery worldwide emits an estimated 400 million tonnes of carbon dioxide per year, according to IDTechEx. With the scale of global construction activity set to increase significantly in the decades to come, decarbonizing heavy-duty machinery is vital to curbing greenhouse gas emissions. Leading […]
Harvesting reliable machinery in farming
Agricultural machinery is up against a variety of harsh environmental conditions, so proper protection of the hydraulic systems is necessary. By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor The agricultural industry is unique in many ways, not the least of which is the source of nourishment for billions of people, which is not something mining or forestry can […]
Electrics bring a complex future to ag machinery
For our mobile hydraulics focus on the agriculture market, Fluid Power World spoke with Vinicius Povineli, Mobile electronics/connectivity product manager, Bosch Rexroth, to learn how electrification is impacting ag machinery today and tomorrow. FPW: How are hybrid and electric innovations impacting the agriculture industry and where do you see any challenges arising in the future? […]
What types of high-pressure vane pumps are available?
By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor When someone mentions a high-pressure hydraulic pump, the vane pump is not likely to come to mind. Vane pumps are often limited to 2,000 psi or less because of the physical limitations of their inherent design. Vanes must reciprocate inside slots while pushing on the cam ring, and when fully […]
Hydraulics help mobile cranes soar — safely
Hydraulics are predominantly used in most mobile crane designs, from the cylinders for lifting, to valves for holding, and more. By: Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor We’ve all seen those crane yards when driving along highways near towns and cities. You know, the ones with their booms reaching high into the sky, proudly advertising the location […]
Extended Thorx cam lob motors designed for track-driven machinery
Danfoss Power Solutions launch its Thorx CLM 12 T cam lobe motor at bauma last week. Designed for construction machinery with rubber track drives, such as compact track loaders, the motor joins the CLM 8 S and CLM 4 S motors for skid steer loaders in the Thorx lineup. The CLM 12 T motor offers […]
HydraForce and Rexroth highlight smart, compact hydraulic solutions at bauma
At this year’s bauma, HydraForce is spotlighting its latest innovations in smart, compact hydraulic technology — aligning with the industry’s broader shift toward electrification, efficiency, and integrated intelligence. Visitors can see HydraForce and Bosch Rexroth technologies in Hall 3, Booth 327. A key focus is the Rexroth EDG-OBE, now available with onboard electronics (OBE). These […]
MPR radial piston motor from Rexroth offers performance in compact design
With the compact, integrated MPR Performance radial piston motor, Bosch Rexroth brings more flexibility to the design of small mobile machines and increases productivity and energy efficiency. Compared to the MCR3, the patented motor design saves around 25% in components and up to 30% in length. This advancement reduces installation space and lowers the machine’s […]
