Case Study: Horton Variable-Speed Fan Drive Solves Productivity Challenges in Extreme Canadian Weather

July 10, 2018

SMS Equipment faced two challenges. The first was to quickly solve the extreme-cold performance issues with existing units in the field and thereby preserve important customer relationships. The second was to prevent similar issues with future excavator sales. The primary customer concerns were cab heat and hydraulic fluid temperatures as they relate to productivity.

Working together with Horton Inc., it was suggested SMS Equipment use a variable speed fan drive.

The Port of Baltimore is used by many of the largest construction machinery manufacturers.

What Effects Will the Baltimore Bridge Collapse Have on US Imports/Exports of Agricultural & Construction Machinery?

Following the collapse of the Baltimore Bridge and the suspension of traffic through the Port of Baltimore, construction and agriculture vehicle supply chains will be affected but the question is: How much?

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Call for Products: OEM Off-Highway's 2024 Product Showcase

If you manufacture cutting-edge solutions for the mobile equipment industry, we want to see them — and so do our readers. Submit your product(s) for a chance to be featured in our comprehensive pictorial guide packed with industry-leading offerings.

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March 2024 Equipment Market Outlook

January's U.S. heavy-duty truck production was 2.6% above the year-ago level, though growth is slowing. Experts say further decline is likely, given general decline in wholesale trade coupled with waning revenue within the truck transportation sector.

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Cold-Weather Cooling: How to Keep Equipment Running

June 16, 2022

This webinar took a deep dive into cooling solutions for colder environments.

API Heat Transfer Announces New Corporate Structure

The new units are Engine Cooling, Industrial, and Thermal Transfer Products.

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Crary Infinity Rotor

Crary's Infinity Rotor has a fully welded, high strength steel design to allow for higher operating speeds than aluminum rotors.

API Heat Transfer Appoints New President and CEO

His experience and vision will best position API for its next phase of growth and industry leadership, the company says.

Tmax-Integral Insulation ensures optimum temperatures are maintained at all important points in the exhaust line, ensuring maximum efficiency in exhaust aftertreatment.

Thermamax Exhibiting High Temperature Insulation Systems at bauma 2019

Thermamax will present products for fire protection for tradition and electric drives during the show.

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AKG LightWeight Cooler

AKG has launched the LightWeight Cooler features specially designed tanks and tubes which can handle the pressure of heavy equipment cooling with less aluminum weight.

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Horton LCX Series Fan Drives

At bauma 2019, Horton will introduce its LCX Series Fan Drives which are based on Horton’s variable-speed design.

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Horton Delivers Engine-Cooling Solutions to Meet Stage V Emissions Standards

Horton will exhibit its new LCX Series Fan Drives and HM1400 Fan, as well as other products for Stage V, at bauma 2019.

Computational Fluid Dynamics analysis of a pouch-style battery with liquid cooling at two different power levels. [Source: Wu Z., Haugg A., Kemper H., Pischinger S. “Optimal Cooling Solution for High-Power Automotive Battery Module” EVS 31 & EVTeC 2018 Japan on October 2, 2018]

AKG Leads Electric Vehicle Battery Cooling Research

AKG collaborated with FH Aachen and RWTH Aachen University to find the best combination of cooling technology for a 48V high-power battery module.

AKG's new thermocycle test stand runs a 50/50 mix of water and glycol to help test and validate product life cycles.

Manufacturer Becomes More Comprehensive, Timely Testing Resource

A cooling component manufacturer opens a new research and development center to better serve local customers and enhance its product development capabilities.

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Oetiker Coolant Hose Connections

Capvis Acquires Majority of Thermamax

Capvis Equity has acquired majority ownership of Thermamax, which will help position the company for even further growth in the future.

Thermamax Celebrates 10 Years in U.S.

Thermamax Inc. is celebrating 10 years of business in the U.S., and further expanded its facility in Aurora to enable production of the company's entire product portfolio.

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BorgWarner Exhaust Gas Recirculation Coolers

BorgWarner has introduced a family of four EGR coolers for a range of engine sizes with 2.0-16.0 L displacement.

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Thermamax Names New President

Dirk Balthasar has been named the new President of Thermamax Inc., and will be responsible for future development of the company.

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AKG America Reduces Design Time With New Cooling Package Selection Tool

AKG's new cooler selection tools enables customers to quickly size, evaluate and receive delivery of cooling packages.

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AKG Expands AEL Series Coolers, Offering Current Rating up to 5,000 hp

At POWER-GEN 2016, AKG America is exhibiting its expanded AEL Series engine coolers offering more options to meet OEM needs and current range from 700-5,000 hp.

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AKG Introducing New Cooling Systems at MINExpo 2016

At MINExpo, AKG will introduce its HD Series oil cooler, as well as its MCS Series cooler for use with engines operating at 1,500-5,000 hp.

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HYDAC SCC Series Two Circuit Diesel Engine Cooler

The HYDAC SCC Series cooler can provide charge-air and engine water/glycol cooling capabilities.

Modine Reports Fourth Quarter Fiscal 2016 Results

Modine's fourth quarter fiscal year 2016 net sales declined 5.3% due in part to weakness in global off-highway markets and the Americas segment commercial vehicle market.

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Nissens AluXchanger Brazed Aluminum Plate Heat Exchanger

Nissens Cooling Solutions' AluXchanger heat exchanger provides higher efficiency through the use of aluminum material which is a better thermal conductor compared to other materials.

Modine Mfg. Co. Kicks Off 100th Anniversary Celebrations

Modine kicked off year-long celebrations for its 100th anniversary with a global flag-raising event at its headquarters in Racine, WI.

Modine second quarter fiscal year 2016 sales decrease 2.3%

Modine's second quarter results for fiscal year 2016 show net sales declined 2.3% due to unfavorable exchange rates and economic conditions in certain markets.