Bosch Rexroth and HydraForce launched i-CHoose, a compact hydraulics configuration tool designed to simplify the design of compact hydraulic systems. The software provides a single workflow for configuring hydraulic integrated circuits (HICs), compact directional valves (CDVs) and compact power modules (CPMs). It is supported by the Bosch Rexroth and HydraForce product catalogs, giving engineers access to […]
Valves / Manifolds
Solenoid-mounted microcontroller provides accurate, efficient component actuation
Earlier this week, Danfoss Power Solutions launched CAN 2 Current, a compact solenoid-mounted microcontroller designed to work with Danfoss cartridge valves, hydraulic integrated circuits (HICs), hybrid PVG/HIC valves, and open-circuit pumps. C2C connects the valve, HIC, or pump to the controller area network (CAN) bus, enabling accurate and efficient component actuation as well as simple […]
HydraForce launches HTS38-34 proportional pressure valve
HydraForce has released the HTS38-34 proportional pressure control valve for full production. The direct-acting, compact valve provides high-pressure capability, quick response and low leakage in an industry-standard cavity. Engineered to maintain stable control at high flow in demanding hydraulic circuits, the HTS38-34 combines a maximum inlet pressure of 350 bar (5,000 psi), control pressure up […]
Modular hydraulics to be Agritechnica focus for Bosch Rexroth and HydraForce
At Agritechnica 2025, Bosch Rexroth and its subsidiary HydraForce will showcase their range of modular, compact hydraulic solutions designed to help agricultural machinery manufacturers respond to the growing complexity and diversity of the market. By combining the strengths of their complementary product portfolios, both companies now offer a unique opportunity to design hybrid architectures that […]
Smart technologies driving modern mobile machinery
At this year’s iVT Expo, hydraulic technology suppliers showcased how intelligence and connectivity are reshaping pumps, valves, and system architectures. As mobile machine technology moves towards more electrified, intelligent designs, hydraulic systems are keeping pace. Data-driven controls and connected components are reshaping the way hydraulic systems are designed, monitored, and maintained. At the iVT Expo […]
Sun Hydraulics officially launches its eSense valve platform
In conjunction with its exhibition at Utility Expo this week, Sun Hydraulics has officially launched its eSense solution, available now in models XCCX and XCDX. This design has been promoted over the last year, as it was undergoing testing and development. Designed to advance the future of load-holding technology, the eSense was developed through a […]
How to optimize space in mobile hydraulics
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
New proportional directional valve with electronics for explosive areas
Manufacturers of mining machinery, oil and gas plants and chemical plants can now also use the tried-and-tested PSL-CAN directional spool valve with onboard electronics from HAWE Hydraulik in potentially explosive atmospheres. The actuating head has been redesigned to comply with current regulations such as ATEX, IECEx, MA and CCC. The combination of intelligent valve control, […]
