LiuGong exhibited its newest battery electric wheel loader for the North American market at Conexpo 2023. The 856H-E MAX wheel loader is part of the company’s range of electric construction vehicles available worldwide. “The industry is talking about battery electric vehicles at a greater volume than in years past, particularly going into Conexpo,” said Andrew […]
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New mini-excavators address market demands
Mini excavator demand continues to grow exponentially (more than 400% overall growth since 2011) thanks to strong demand in sectors like landscaping and underground utilities. To address that need, CASE Construction Equipment is developing a diverse and comprehensive mini excavator lineup ranging from 1.5 to 6 metric tons. This includes diesel-powered units, and the launch […]
IFPE 2023 wrap-up: Axial-piston variable motor for hydrostatic drivetrains
As it highlighted its system options along with its technologies for electrification at IFPE last month, Bosch Rexroth showcased new and legacy products that can optimize modern machines. One such component was its A36VM axial piston variable motor, which was developed specifically for hydrostatic drivetrains. It allows greater tractive force and speed for mobile machines. […]
Mid-size excavator is a step up
Volvo Construction Equipment has been offering electric machines for several years, including small and medium-size wheel loaders, mini excavators, and now an electric road asphalt compactor. Earlier this year, the company also announced it was testing an electric version of its 24-ton EC320 excavator, which was on display for the first time in North America […]
High-efficiency hydraulics bolsters battery electric machines
Komatsu showcased several hydraulic-electric machines and related battery technology at Conexpo 2023. The goal, said company officials, is to develop the technology and equipment to help customers reduce their carbon footprint and plan for implementing sustainable solutions, including electrification, and to make fleet management more efficient. One featured product was the 20-ton PC210LCE electric excavator. […]
IFPE 2023 wrap-up: Bucher introduces Smart PowerPack
Increasing concerns over climate change has put a heightened focus on reducing CO2 emissions from heavy vehicles and mobile equipment. Two ways to lower emissions from construction and agricultural machinery, according to most experts, are to minimize idling periods and to embrace demand-based control of auxiliary actuators. According to engineers at Bucher Hydraulics, Grand Rapids, […]
New prototypes focus on sustainability
Visitors to Conexpo 2023 had the opportunity to view Caterpillar’s concepts of total site solutions for energy transition, including four battery-electric machine prototypes on display at the company’s Sustainability Hub. These machines are powered by Cat-designed lithium-ion batteries with a modular design that offers flexible configurations across multiple applications. The company has designed its own […]
New Holland enters EV market
New Holland Construction, a unit of CNH Industrial, has launched its first commercially available EV machine – the E15X electric power mini excavator. “This is New Holland Construction’s first step into EV, a segment that’s going to continue to evolve and grow over the next decade not only for the industry, but for New Holland […]
IFPE 2023 wrap-up: Danfoss launches Dextreme systems pathway
Danfoss Power Solutions has launched its Dextreme systems pathway for excavators. Dextreme systems improve excavator energy efficiency by 15% to 50%, regardless of the power source, while maximizing productivity. The Dextreme pathway consists of three incremental system solutions: Swap, Flex, and Max. The simplest configuration of the system, Dextreme Swap, is now available. Dextreme Swap replaces […]
IFPE is proof positive that our industry is flourishing
My big takeaway after 2-½ days on the IFPE show floor (plus a couple of hours on the CONEXPO-CON/AGG lots), was simply, WOW. The energy and vibe that lived in the building last week, March 14-18, was electric. Companies and individuals were thrilled to be together again, and it showed. The show hit record numbers, […]
