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At the NFPA’s IEOC back in August, the association brought together leaders from OEMs and market intelligence for a panel discussion on what the future holds for mobile machinery and the part hydraulics will play. Integrated systems were a huge part of the discussion, but where this discussion led revealed that OEMs are not really…

See how major manufacturers are reinventing steering to ensure safe and reliable control as machines become more autonomous. At CONEXPO earlier this year, I had an opportunity to hail a ride from a Zoox taxi, an autonomous vehicle that provided rides to very specific destinations. That’s what really stood out to me as we cruised […]

As it wrapped up the initial project testing phase, Danfoss Scotland, part of Danfoss Power Solutions, announced the results of its Dextreme Max system validation in a 30-ton battery-electric excavator. Undertaken with a £4.29 million grant from the UK Government, Danfoss demonstrated that its Dextreme digital hydraulic architecture reduced excavator power consumption by 35% across […]

By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Let’s be honest, there hasn’t been much change in the fundamental nature of hydraulics in the past couple of decades. Discoveries regarding how we control or operate hydraulics are few and far between. We’re unlikely to see another breakthrough like post-pressure compensation or horsepower control, because it’s just so much […]

At CONEXPO this week, 20 technologies are finalists for its Next Level Awards, showcasing the cutting-edge innovations and groundbreaking advancements shaping the future of construction and heavy equipment. These distinguished finalists were selected by a panel of expert judges and represent the next generation of equipment, technology, sustainability, and efficiency in the sector. This year,…

In a special preview press conference yesterday, Moog Inc. introduced its new Adaptive Electrification Management System (AEMS), figure 1, to members of the media. Moog will launch this technology at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026, March 3-7 in Las Vegas, in West Hall Booth W41645. This revolutionary product is already powering prototypes and reshaping the future of construction […]

Fluid Power World recently spoke with Zifan Liu, Bosch Rexroth Mobile Hydraulics System Engineer, to see where Rexroth sees the mobile hydraulics market is headed. Read on to learn how tariffs, electrification and other trends are impacting the innovations and how they are developing the technologies we’ll see in the future.  FPW: How has the […]

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 […]

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 […]

Danfoss Power Solutions has released an update to its PLUS+1 Autonomous Control Library (ACL) software for off-highway machinery. ACL 4.0, now available, enables users to create virtual boundaries around specific geographic areas, known as geofences. The capability helps ensure reliability and enables location tracking when a machine enters or exits a boundary. Geofencing is not […]

The off-highway industry is undergoing great change lately, in particular with autonomous technologies advancements. For hydraulic engineers developing systems for mobile construction machinery, this transformation represents both challenges and opportunities. While autonomy may not aim to replace human operators entirely, it is redefining their role, improving productivity, safety, and efficiency. Modern off-highway machines incorporate features […]

With more exhibitors and a growing conference platform, the iVT Off-Highway Vehicle Technology Expo promises two educational-filled days August 20-21 in Chicago. Registration is now open for iVT Off-Highway Vehicle Technology Expo, taking place on August 20 & 21, at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, Chicago. This event, now in its fourth year in […]

bauma brought together machinery makers and component experts to show modern, efficient mobile design options. Bauma 2025, held recently in Munich, confirmed its reputation as the world’s premier construction-equipment exhibition. More than 600,000 visitors from 200 countries showed up to see the latest offerings from 3,601 exhibitors. The emphasis was on new machines, with a […]

Danfoss eHydraulic power module enables electrification of 200-tonne SANY crawler crane Construction machinery worldwide emits an estimated 400 million tonnes of carbon dioxide per year, according to IDTechEx. With the scale of global construction activity set to increase significantly in the decades to come, decarbonizing heavy-duty machinery is vital to curbing greenhouse gas emissions. Leading […]

For our mobile hydraulics focus on the agriculture market, Fluid Power World spoke with Vinicius Povineli, Mobile electronics/connectivity product manager, Bosch Rexroth, to learn how electrification is impacting ag machinery today and tomorrow. FPW: How are hybrid and electric innovations impacting the agriculture industry and where do you see any challenges arising in the future? […]

In addition to the thousands of new and proven machines on display at this year’s bauma 2025 exhibition in Munich, models and prototypes for next-generation equipment were also a point of focus. For example, on display this year at Liebherr’s InnovationLab was a new concept for hauling material, the S1 Vision. The novel hauler mimics […]

Among the key drivers advancing next-generation construction machinery developments, operator safety remains at the forefront. In one such example at this year’s bauma exhibition in Munich, CASE Construction Equipment presented Impact, a new machine concept that is said to represent a significant step forward in construction technology of the future. Impact is based on an […]

Parker Hannifin has launched the new T8MINI medium-duty, fixed-displacement vane pump series. It can be seen at bauma in Hall A4, Booth 215. The T8MINI achieves very high operational speeds and high service pressure at low displacement volumes. It is designed and optimized to meet the growing demand for more efficient, low-carbon electrical equipment and […]

At bauma, Danfoss Power Solutions yesterday announced the launch of its X1P family of open-circuit piston pumps, built on the all-new X1 platform. Designed for medium-power mobile machinery applications such as skid steer and compact track loaders, mini and compact excavators, and telehandlers, the X1P pump delivers performance in a compact, highly flexible package. Its […]

Bosch Rexroth is presenting new pump stations for hydrogen filling stations at the Hannover Messe. By using liquid hydrogen, they increase transport capacity, reduce operating costs by up to 70% and thus enable economical refueling. The stations are technologically flexible and enable refueling with both liquid and gaseous hydrogen – depending on the requirements of […]

As it continues to expand fluid power’s presence throughout multiple industries, the National Fluid Power Association is putting together technical conferences at three upcoming trade shows and conferences over the next year. First up will be Automate 2025, slated for May 12-15 in Detroit. Recent advances in the digitalization of fluid power have increased its…

Danfoss Power Solutions today announced the production launch of its Editron ED3 onboard charger and electric power take-off (ePTO). Initially designed for on-highway applications and currently in use in thousands of Volvo electric trucks, the ED3 has now been standardized with communication protocols, software, and documentation for off-highway applications. The ED3 enables rapid overnight and […]

The Motion Systems Group of Parker Hannifin Corp. has launched the industry’s first-known certified Mobile Electrification Technology Center (METC) program in North America. This new network is part of Parker’s vision to accelerate the transition to low-carbon mobile equipment operations. Three North American distributors, to date, have completed the rigorous training and assessment process required […]

Understanding design considerations of traction, work functions, braking and more helps users optimize electrified vehicle design. By Jay Schultz, Business Development Manager, Tom Hickey, Systems Application Engineer, Electrification Growth Team, Parker Hannifin As mobile vehicle manufacturers begin to develop electrified versions of their product offering, they ultimately face one critical challenge: balancing range with battery […]