Briggs & Stratton has announced that Hydraquip, a Houston-based hydraulics and electrification solutions provider, is its newest Vanguard Battery Technology Partner. The partnership aims to enhance electrification options for OEMs in the mobile off-highway equipment market.
As part of the Vanguard Battery Technology Partner program, Hydraquip will integrate Vanguard lithium-ion battery packs into its range of electrification solutions. Hydraquip specializes in designing custom electro-hydraulic and fully electric systems, including mobile controls and software development.
"By partnering with them, we can diversify into new markets and expand our offerings to include a wider range of electric solutions, particularly in lower-power applications and in conjunction with our High-Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) systems for lower power actuation,” said Dalton Hamilton, vice president of Technology at Hydraquip, in the press release announcing the partnership. “This collaboration means more powerful and efficient options for our customers."
Hydraquip provides electric and hybrid systems for industries including oil and gas, construction, agriculture, and maintenance, repair and overhaul. The company will now incorporate Vanguard’s battery technology to offer more comprehensive solutions to its customers.
"Their established expertise in electrification and drives, paired with our robust and scalable battery solutions, will significantly expand the range of options available to OEMs seeking to electrify their equipment," said David Frank, senior vice president and president of Electrification at Briggs & Stratton. "This collaboration will provide comprehensive, high-performance solutions, empowering them to transition smoothly."
Vanguard battery products are assembled in the United States and are supported by the Briggs & Stratton service network.
