Danfoss Power Solutions announced the launch of its Thorx family of cam lobe motors. The first product, the CLM 8 S motor, is now available. Designed for construction machinery with chain drives, such as skid steer loaders, the compact motor offers better performance, higher efficiency, and longer lifetime than other cam lobe motors. The Thorx […]
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HydraForce Partners with Tan Delta Systems to provide real-time oil quality data in the field
HydraForce has partnered with Tan Delta Systems, a manufacturer of real-time oil quality monitoring sensors and systems, to provide valuable real-time data about machine oil quality and expand its capabilities within the telematics market. “We’re constantly looking for innovative ways to help our customers monitor their equipment and share valuable insights to manage their fleet […]
Electric-hydraulic hybrid systems reduce emissions in refuse collection vehicles
Hybrid systems bridge the road to electrification with small batteries and readily available components. Electrification aims to eliminate vehicle emissions that degrade air quality and negatively impact public health. From a technical standpoint, electrification makes sense for light- and medium-duty vehicles, such as cars and small construction equipment. However, electrification is more complex for larger […]
Extra-duty overhung load adaptors maximize life at higher loads and operating speeds
Zero-Max is now offering three entirely new Extra-Duty Overhung Load Adaptor (OHLA) models. Based on decades of experience solving overhung load issues in the most demanding applications, the new designs feature a number of carefully chosen upgrades including spherical bearings, enhanced sealing technology, stronger shafts and a longer profile delivering increased operating life, heavy load […]
Black Bruin to showcase hydraulic direct drives at Bauma
Black Bruin will be exhibiting its radial piston hydraulic motors for mobile and industrial applications at BAUMA 2022, at stand 306 in hall B4 (the Finland Pavillion). The S-series of hydraulic direct drives is the company’s response to the various needs in construction, mining, and material handling applications to produce continuous high power efficiently without […]
Four signs your hydraulic pump needs to be rebuilt
Contributed by Tracy Jones, Director of CJ Plant Maintenance The challenge with hydraulic pumps is that they are often neglected until something goes wrong. You wouldn’t be blamed for not knowing how often you need to service your hydraulic pump or how often it needs maintenance. However, some common signs indicate when your pump needs […]
Danfoss wins UK grant to decarbonize construction machinery
Danfoss Power Solutions has secured a grant worth approximately $450,000 from the U.K. government to accelerate the electrification of construction machinery. The U.K. Department for Business Energy and Skills awarded the grant through its Red Diesel Replacement competition, which seeks to accelerate the transition to electric off-road vehicles such as excavators and wheel loaders. While […]
Slip rings make continuous rotation possible in hydraulic machinery
Slip rings are small but mighty devices that serve multiple purposes and can be used in various industries. They come in different types, shapes, and sizes and are installed where the stationary part of a machine meets a rotational part. Basic designs include rings that rotate with the rotating part of the machine and static […]
Sure Grip offers advanced ergonomic joystick designed for comfort
Sure Grip Controls, a supplier of custom control solutions for heavy equipment applications, now offers an ergonomic joystick for heavy-duty, off-highway vehicle applications. Available in both right-hand and left-hand options, the Endurance Series joystick features a revolutionary design with advanced features that provide maximum operator comfort and efficiency in a durable IP69K sealed enclosure. The […]
Helios releases valve that converts hydraulic flow into electric energy
Sun Hydraulics (Sun), a Helios Technologies (Helios) company, introduced ENERGEN, a unique cartridge valve that converts hydraulic flow into electric energy. ENERGEN is a new product in the recently announced ecoline program and a direct result of a long-standing focus on quality, performance, and innovation. “We are delivering innovation by capitalizing on our expertise in […]
