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Construction
DEUTZ and Maeda Unveil CC 1485 All-Electric Crawler Crane
The crawler crane is fitted with a 360V drive powered by a lithium-ion battery with an output of 40 kW.
Electric Motors
Axial Flux Motor Design Provides Increased Torque and Reduced Package Size
Power Systems
Briggs & Stratton Announces Partnership with JEM Technical
Batteries, Capacitors
Xos Unveils Lyra Series of Battery Systems
Batteries, Capacitors
Freudenberg Providing Batteries for MacLean Electric Mining Equipment
Power Systems
Will Automotive Help Off-Highway Cut Costs of Electrified Components?
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Mining
Specialized Fire Truck for Mining Applications Ensures Job Site Safety
Rosenbauer’s Volvo Penta-powered fire truck is specifically designed to operate in tough mining conditions.
Trends
Top New Products of 2021
Winners of the 2021 Top New Products of the Year award offer a look at the top technologies engineering teams are looking for when designing new equipment.
Fluid Power
Improved Hydraulic System Design and Control Benefit Overall Machine Efficiency
New advancements in hydraulic components and systems are enabling heavy equipment to operate more efficiently.
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Batteries, Capacitors
Proterra and Komatsu Collaborate to Electrify Underground Mining Machines
Under the collaboration, Proterra will supply its H Series battery system technology to Komatsu for the development of battery-electric LHDs, drills and bolters for underground hard rock mining.
Market Analysis
IDTechEx Estimates On-Road Fuel Cell Vehicles Will Grow to $160 Billion in 2042
The value proposition for fuel cell trucks and buses is stronger compared to cars, and IDTechEx does not expect fuel cell cars to be a commercial success comparative to battery-electric ones.
Power Systems
DEUTZ Collaborating with Blue World Technologies on Fuel Cells
DEUTZ has taken a 10% stake in Blue World Technologies, and will collaborate with the company on fuel cell gensets as well as future potential mobile applications.
Electrification
Volvo Construction Equipment Announces Results of Electric Machine Pilot Project in North America
The pilot project confirms Volvo electric construction equipment matches performance the performance of diesel machines while providing benefits such as reduced emissions and noise.
Electrification
Electrification Will Continue to Grow, Bring New Technology to Market
Briggs & Stratton sees continued growth of electrification which will lead to development of new battery solutions while also enabling future technology such as robotics and automation.
Batteries, Capacitors
ELEO to Supply Conmeq With Battery Systems for Electric Mini Skid-Steer Loader
ELEO is slated to provide at least 1,000 battery systems over the next 3 years for Conmeq’s fully-electric AS15 skid-steer loader.
Power Systems
Exro Coil Driver Technology Provides More Precise Electric Motor Control
The coil driver provides tighter control of the motor and will help to improve performance of next generation electric axles.
Mining
Boliden, Epiroc and ABB Collaborate to Develop Electric Trolley Truck System for Underground Mining
This development project will lower carbon dioxide emissions, improve work environments and contribute to Boliden’s vision to be climate friendly.
Electrification
Deere Unveils Its First Electric Backhoe
John Deere kicked off The Utility Expo 2021 with the introduction of its first electric backhoe, the 310 X-Tier.
Market Analysis
Interact Analysis Projects 150% Growth By 2030 for Off-Highway Electrified Components Market
Battery packs, inverters, and motors are predicted to offer the largest revenue opportunity for the off-highway equipment components market.
Electrification
Vermeer Partnering with Conmeq to Supply AS15 Fully Electric Mini Skid Steer Loaders to European Jobsites
The AS15 is configured using a fully electric propulsion system which offers more direct power to each of the four independent wheel motors, providing efficient battery usage and high expected run times.
Hybrids
Rolls-Royce and Flanders Electric Offer Retrofit Kit for Hybridizing Mining Trucks
The retrofit solution will utilize mtu engines, batteries and hybrid control systems, and Flanders drivetrain solutions to help reduce emissions and improve efficiency of mining trucks.
Trends
A Blend of Solutions are Necessary for Climate Neutrality
A mix of traditional, hybrid and fully-electric options will be required to help the heavy equipment industry meet global emissions reduction targets.
Power Systems
Eaton Partners with DOE and Ballard to Improve Efficiency of Fuel Cells
Eaton is partnering with Ballard Fuel Cell Systems and the DOE’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory to develop fuel cell technology which improves fuel efficiency.
Power Systems
Technology News Tracker: Advancements in Hydrogen Technology
Manufacturers are developing new engine and fuel cell technologies, as well as heavy vehicles capable of operating on hydrogen.
Power Systems
Hino Trucks Unveils Fuel Cell Electric Truck
The first Class 8 Hino XL8 prototype is powered by a hydrogen fuel cell electric drivetrain.
Electrification
Volvo Trucks Delivers First VNR Electrics on East Coast
New York City-based Manhattan Beer Distributors has taken delivery of five VNR Electrics and installed three Level 3 DC fast chargers.
Power Systems
Improved Electronic Control Brings New eAxle Capabilities
Exro Coil Driver technology provides tighter control of electric motors for optimized performance and creation of next generation electric axles.
Batteries, Capacitors
Battery Power and the Future of Deep-Level Mining
There are several battery and charging technologies which need to be considered when transitioning to electromobility in underground mining.
Power Systems
Hydrogen is Here for the Long Haul
Continued development of hydrogen and fuel cell technology will aid decarbonization of heavy vehicles and equipment.
Batteries, Capacitors
Briggs & Stratton Launches 10 kWh Battery Pack
The new battery pack is the largest to date in the Vanguard product line, and enables up to 100 kWh of energy when paralleled with 10 other packs.
Engines
Rolls-Royce Power Systems Sets Out Road Map for Climate Neutrality
From 2023, key mtu engine series will be ready for sustainable fuels and by 2030 the company aims to reduce GHG emissions at the production level by 35%.
Electric Motors
SONCEBOZ Compact Power BLDC Electric Motors
The Compact Power BLDC electric motors offer efficiency of up to 90% as well as seamless system integration.
Power Systems
Exro Develops New Application for Coil Driver Technology to Ease EV Infrastructure Deployment
The Coil Driver technology can be used to deliver Level 1 to Level 4 charging capabilities, and provide electricity back to the grid with fewer power electronics.
Batteries, Capacitors
Proterra Enters Off-Highway Market with Komatsu Partnership
Proterra is providing its battery technology and expertise to help Komatsu develop a battery-electric excavator.
Power Systems
Volvo Penta Begins Production of E-Driveline for Rosenbauer Electric Fire Truck
The driveline is composed of four electric motors, two of which are used for propulsion while the other two are used for range extension and power takeoff.
Batteries, Capacitors
Xerotech Partners with Meta System for Integrated Battery Systems
Meta System will supply automotive-grade onboard chargers and DC-DC converters to enable Xerotech to provide fully integrated battery systems for off-road equipment applications.
Electrification
Danfoss Editron Says Partnerships Benefit Electric Powertrain Development
Bringing together specialized expertise can ensure a more optimized electric powertrain solution.
Power Systems
Xos Launches Powertrain Division
Powered by Xos will provide powertrain technology as well as design and integration expertise.
Batteries, Capacitors
Delta-Q XV3300 Battery Charger
The XV3300 combines a high-performance 3.3 kW charger, 500W DC-DC converter, and EV charging station interface into a single compact package.
