The DT6 articulated dump truck from Hydrema, based in Støvring, Denmark, marks the company’s first foray into the electric vehicle segment. The completely new design, showcased at Conexpo 2023, combines an electric direct drive with on-demand hydraulics. Among the key features: quiet operation and zero emissions. The machine has an articulated chassis with a center […]
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Telehandlers rely on battery powered hydraulics
The Manitou Group, with North American headquarters in West Bend, Wisc., is a long-time manufacturer of equipment like telehandlers, lift trucks, loaders and work platforms. Recent R&D and commercialization efforts have included electrification of numerous models. This includes the introduction of new electric rotative telehanders that are offered in six versions. The MRT 2660e, for […]
Volvo Penta & Gradall partner on electric excavator concept
Gradall has unveiled an electrified concept model of its multipurpose, highway speed wheeled excavator, powered by Volvo Penta’s electric driveline. In a nearly decade-long partnership, Volvo Penta has been an exclusive supplier of 5- and 8-liter Tier 4f engines for Gradall’s diesel-powered telescopic boom excavators. The companies are now taking the first step into electromobility. […]
John Deere to expand E-Power options
Customer interest in more-productive and sustainably focused construction equipment is certainly on the rise. To help address the growing market for alternatively powered machines, John Deere showcased new E-Drive (hybrid-electric) and E-Power (battery-electric) machines at Conexpo 2023. “As a leader in the construction industry, John Deere is committed to helping decrease contributions to climate change […]
Kundinger recognized with Diamond Team Award from Parker Hannifin
Kundinger, a Wisconsin and Michigan-based company delivering products and solutions in fluid power, automation and process control to a wide range of industries, has been honored by Parker Hannifin with a Diamond Team Award. The Diamond Team Award is given to Parker’s top-performing distributors. Some of the factors considered when choosing recipients for this award […]
Parker’s disengageable twin flow pump saves fuel and reduces life cycle costs
The Pump & Motor Division Europe of Parker Hannifin has announced the launch of its new disengageable twin flow truck pump, the F4 series, as an innovation for the mobile hydraulics market. The new F4 hydraulic pump merges technology from the successful F2 twin flow pump and F3 axial piston fixed pump series, resulting in […]
Registration opens for the Utility Expo 2023 at the Kentucky Exposition Center
Registration for The Utility Expo 2023, slated for September 26-28 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, is officially open. The show is expected to be the biggest show yet for utility industry professionals, exceeding the size and scope of the most recent show in 2021. “The Utility Expo is the premier trade show exclusive […]
A new “Twiist” on position transducer design measures multiple data points
After 10 years of research, Gefran, an Italian sensor and control company, has launched its Twiist contactless linear position transducer to the North American market. The transducer not only measures position but can also measure temperature, velocity, acceleration, and tilt angle. “There are several products on the market that measure position and Gefran has them […]
Drilling “unplugged”
Liebherr has expanded its portfolio of piling and drilling machines for deep foundation applications with the LB 30 “unplugged” drilling rig. The battery-powered drive concept offers the same performance as the conventional diesel version and with the advantage of zero emissions. While the diesel LB 30 is powered by a Liebherr D936 StageV/Tier4f engine rated […]
Best of both worlds
Wacker Neuson, Menomonee Falls, Wisc., aims to help construction contractors meet their daily job-site challenges, whether the task demands conventional equipment or alternative-powered battery electric machines. A central focus of the company’s booth at Conexpo 2023 was the EZ17e 1.7-ton battery-powered mini excavator, essentially an electric analog of the company’s proven diesel-powered EZ17 excavator. The […]
