All indications are that mobile and industrial systems of the future will be more automated and more digitally connected. And many experts contend future systems will also increasingly be low-carbon and electrified. Some construction equipment OEMs, for example, are committed to autonomous control and cloud-based maintenance systems, and next-generation machines that reduce the environmental impact […]
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Embrace hydraulics, or call it quits
It’s barely February and we already know the fluid-power industry’s news of the year: Danfoss is acquiring Eaton Hydraulics for $3.3 billion. It paints a stark contrast between two corporations’ view of the future of hydraulics. Eaton’s CEO Craig Arnold said the sale “is part of the ongoing transformation of Eaton into a higher growth […]
Efficient hydraulics key to battery-powered machines
Electrification is a global trend that offers the potential to fight climate change. For mobile-equipment builders, that means intelligently melding hydraulics and electric drives. At the recent Fluid Power Technology Conference in Cleveland, Danfoss Senior Systems Engineer Simon Nielsen discussed the changing off-highway landscape and how his company is positioned to take advantage and benefit […]
Danfoss agrees to acquire Eaton’s hydraulics business
Danfoss today announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Eaton’s Hydraulics business for a cash purchase price of 3.3 billion USD (approximately 3.0 billion EUR). The acquisition is fully in line with Danfoss’ strategy to strengthen its core businesses and enhance customer value. “Today, we take a significant and transformational step in […]
Danfoss and AGCO design first completely joystick-operated combine in Europe
Danfoss Power Solutions and AGCO are highlighting their Fendt IDEALDrive solution at Agritechnica this week. IDEALDrive is a joystick steering solution for harvester combines. By enabling the removal of the steering column and steering wheel, the solution allows for an unobstructed view of the area directly in front of the combine. All of the steering […]
Danfoss and ASI to partner in the autonomous vehicle market
Danfoss and Autonomous Solutions,Inc. (ASI), a global leader in the automation of vehicles for mining, agriculture, and construction, have signed an agreement for a strategic partnership to collaborate on autonomous technology for mobile equipment applications and adjacent markets. With the strategic partnership, ASI and Danfoss will align the strengths of the two companies working toward […]
Progressive versus linear spools in Danfoss PVG mobile proportional valves
Contributed by Buck Schmitt, CFPS, Territory Manager – Eastern PA and Mid-Atlantic, Kraft Fluid Systems When designing hydraulic systems for mobile machinery, there are a variety of requirements that range from basic setup functions to extremely precise maneuvers. Let’s examine the more precise and critical functions. There are several ways to approach hydraulic system challenges. […]
Plus+1 mobile machine displays feature modern design ideal for outdoor use
Danfoss Power Solutions has expanded the PLUS+1 family of mobile machine products with the DM430E series display. The new display will provide OEMs and operators a modern machine interface with supreme outdoor screen viewability, an environmentally robust design, simple screen set-up and a range of flexible features. It is ideal for material handling, road building, […]
Danfoss acquires majority shares in Scottish hydraulic R&D firm
Today, Danfoss announced it has acquired the majority shares of Artemis Intelligent Power Ltd. (AIP), an R&D and engineering company based in Edinburgh, Scotland, specializing in hydraulic system development. The acquisition includes AIP’s Digital Displacement technology, which will enable Danfoss to develop hydraulic pumps, motors and systems with unprecedented levels of efficiency, controllability and design […]
Danfoss Power Solutions launches the D1 pump in North America
Danfoss Power Solutions introduced the D1 High Power Open Circuit Axial Piston Pump to the North American market. The D1 pump is a high pressure, high flow variable displacement axial piston pump, developed specifically for open circuit systems in the most extreme application environments. Its design makes it a suitable solution for mining, heavy duty […]
