Efficient farming is top of mind for the agricultural industry, but not at the environment’s expense. Though net-zero targets tend to push OEMs toward fully electric and even autonomous machines, there are ways to partially electrify without overhauling a design. HAWE Hydraulik provides examples of how to increase efficiency by electrifying functions strategically. Electrify work […]
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Komatsu to acquire U.S. battery manufacturer
The construction, mining, forestry, and industrial heavy equipment markets are experiencing rapid and massive growth in electrification driven by CO2 reduction efforts, regulatory demands, ESG and operational improvement needs. That’s the motivation behind the announcement that Komatsu, through its wholly owned subsidiary in the U.S., Komatsu America Corp., has agreed to acquire American Battery Solutions, […]
Caterpillar to develop hydrogen-powered hydraulic hybrids
Caterpillar has announced the launch of a three-year program to demonstrate an advanced hydrogen-hybrid power solution built on its new Cat C13D engine platform. Starting in the first quarter of 2024, Caterpillar will develop a transient-capable system for off-highway applications. The project will demonstrate how state-of-the-art control systems and electric-hybrid components can help hydrogen-fueled engines […]
Purdue’s 2024 International Maha Fluid Power Conference planning is underway
Purdue’s Maha Fluid Power Research Center has started planning for the 2024 International Maha Fluid Power Conference. The conference will be held at Purdue University from September 3 to 5, 2024. The goal of the conference is to network, exchange ideas, and present the recent research trends in fluid power and motion control technologies. The […]
Danfoss launches two new game-changing products, boosting on- and off-highway electrification
Danfoss Power Solutions’ Editron division has launched two new electrification products at this year’s Agritechnica trade fair. Its’ ED3 onboard charger will enable heavy-duty electric vehicles to be charged overnight using readily available AC power outlets. The Editron division has also launched the LCL1200/1700 electric filter for off-highway applications, offering easy installation and design flexibility […]
Sodium-ion batteries on the horizon: Are they ready for mobile machines?
By Anton Zhukov, Electrical Engineer, an expert in uninterrupted power solutions To curb the limited supply and high price of battery-grade lithium, alternative sodium-ion batteries are one of the most developed technologies that can potentially become a viable option in many applications. However, new battery technology requires years of engineering for successful commercialization — and […]
Compact check valves fit tight installation spaces
Check valves are proven components that allow media to flow in only one direction and prevent backflow in the opposite direction — similar to diodes in electrical applications. For years, the engineers at Bucher Hydraulics based in Dachau, Germany, have continuously optimized this unobtrusive component, which is often concealed inside hydraulic blocks. For instance, the […]
TTControl announces tighter integration with HYDAC Software’s MATCH suite
TTControl, a joint venture of HYDAC International and TTTech, is pleased to announce that it will now be offering the renowned MATCH software developed by HYDAC Software directly to its customers. This strategic move marks a significant step in enhancing the efficiency and performance of off-highway vehicles, guarantees future-proof control systems and unlocks the full […]
Material handlers lead the charge to the future
Material handling machines lead the pack in terms of electrification and autonomy, as their compact designs are a perfect fit to test out sustainable options. As battery-powered machines continue to grow in the mobile market, one area stands out as an obvious choice for their expansion — mobile material handlers. The smaller size and lower power […]
Agritechnica 2023: ARGO-HYTOS presents “Everything Hydraulic”
Under the motto “Everything Hydraulic,” ARGO-HYTOS presents its system competence in agricultural technology at this year’s Agritechnica in Hanover. When it comes to hydraulic systems, innovation is in demand, and ARGO-HYTOS is well aware of this. Smart system solutions for fluid and motion control as well as filtration technology or in the field of mobile […]