Mobile hydraulics is often called on for tough forestry jobs, and Diamond Mowers’ new Belt Drive Disc Mulcher is suited for contractors and mulching professionals who specialize in land clearing, vegetation and forestry management, and pasture reclamation. It features increased torque to obliterate anything in its path without slowing down, recovers twice as fast as […]

Sure Grip Controls Inc., a subsidiary of Bailey International LLC, (Bailey) announces the acquisition of Rockford, Illinois-based, Industrial Electronic Controls (IEC). The acquisition of IEC will expand Sure Grip Control’s product portfolio and provide additional expertise in electronic throttles, displays, and sensor manufacturing. Sure Grip Controls will continue to develop and grow IECs business. “Combining […]

During its more than 60-year-long history, Finnish-based Black Bruin has delivered innumerable hydraulic drive solutions to manufacturers of forestry equipment and their end users, loggers and contractors all around the world. These highly durable and energy-efficient solutions will be showcased on stand N:03d at the Swedish Forestry Expo from June 1-3, 2023. Equipment used in […]

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 […]

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 […]

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. […]

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, 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 […]

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 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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

At this year’s IFPE 2023 show, Liebherr Components presented its expanded line of axial piston pumps — including two new pumps with nine nominal sizes — along with a range of complementary high-speed hydraulic motors. First, the Bulle, Switzerland company is enlarging its product portfolio of variable displacement open-circuit pumps with the DPVO 550i, a […]

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 […]

In recreational boating, hydraulic power units (HPUs) provide the muscle behind critical operating machinery used to transport, launch, or secure small craft, including lifts, trailers, and jacks. For boat lifts alone, OEMs produce a variety of configurations, such as bottom standing, piling mount, floating, and shore mounted. These machines and configurations rely on hydraulic systems […]

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. […]

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 […]

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. […]

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, […]

Danfoss Power Solutions has launched its multiplate system in North America. The configurable coupling system enables users to simultaneously connect and disconnect up to 6 hydraulic lines fitted with the company’s flat face quick-disconnect couplings with a single movement — enabling faster assembly, maintenance, and attachment changeout. The multiplate system improves operator ease of use and […]

Sure Grip Controls Inc., a subsidiary of Bailey International LLC, (Bailey) has announced the acquisition of Rockford, Ill.-based Industrial Electronic Controls (IEC). The acquisition of IEC will expand the company’s product portfolio and provide additional expertise in electronic throttles, displays, and sensor manufacturing. Sure Grip Controls will continue to develop and grow IEC’s business. “Combining […]

One of my final stops at IFPE 2023 was a briefing with Gary Gotting, President & CEO, Wandfluh of America Inc., particularly about their newModifications, to and between them, can also be carried out quickly in the field. Due to the modular design, special solutions can also be created in a flexible manner. For example, […]

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 […]