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All-Electric Refuse Truck
The vehicle uses a proprietary electric powertrain system specifically designed for severe-duty.
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New Diecast Commercial Battery
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Engines
A Super Turbocharger Communicates Intelligently
Industry News
Caterpillar Acquires Tangent Energy Solutions
Industry News
GM, Hyundai, and Ford Embrace Climate Action
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Industry News
CASE Construction Equipment Launches a ‘Monster’
A new mobile vehicle for construction is launched, and Terex makes an acquisition.
Webinars
How Flexible Shafts Solve Power Transmission Problems
August 25, 2022
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Flexible shafts can simplify or replace conventional methods of power transmission, such as belts, pulleys and universal joints.
Equipment Market Outlook
2022 Equipment Market Outlook
Indicators in several markets show that while growth is still slow, while several areas are seeing improvement. Download this FREE report to gain top industry information and insights in an easy-to-read infographic.
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Engines
Looking to the Future: Low-Carbon Fuels, Shoring up Infrastructure
To better understand the direction of engine development, the OEM Off-Highway team talked with Jeremy Harsin, global construction market director with Cummins.
Industry News
Liebherr Announces Climate Commitment
A focus on climate change leads this industry update, which also includes companies working together and announcements of award winners and new hires.
Webinars
How Electrification Will Impact Your Electro-Hydraulic Designs
April 14, 2022
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Electrification trends present challenges and opportunities, ones that can be hard to follow given the pace of innovation. Register to view this webinar that discusses how the material handling and off-highway industries are adapting to this macrotrend.
Engineering & Manufacturing
SuperTruck 3 Program Participants Named
The DOE announced which manufacturers will take part in the third SuperTruck program which aims to further improve freight efficiency.
Batteries, Capacitors
Smart Battery and Charger Technologies Optimize Machine Performance
Delta-Q Technologies says battery management systems with built-in communication helps optimize battery performance and overall machine intelligence.
Electrification
Takeuchi Introduces New TB20e Electric Compact Excavator
The 100% battery-powered excavator will provide zero emissions and reduced noise levels.
Drivetrains
Propane Autogas Versus Battery Electric Drivetrains
Propane and electric vehicle drivetrains are different in design, but offer their own set of benefits when used in the appropriate duty cycles.
Electrification
Compact Battery Electric Machines Gain Ground in Construction
While not yet mainstream, battery-electric compact machines prove they are here to stay in the construction industry.
Industry News
OEM Industry News Briefs: CLAAS Continues mtu Engine Supply Agreement with Rolls-Royce
mtu engines will be used to power several pieces of CLAAS agricultural equipment, Cummins forms a battery-electric truck collaboration with Isuzu, and more news you may have missed.
Electrification
Case Study: Electrifying Machinery to Make Ports More Sustainable
Danfoss’ Editron division partnered with Shanghai Zhenhua Heavy Industries to assist in the development of electric straddle carriers.
Batteries, Capacitors
American Battery Solutions Alliance I48-3.0 Lithium-Ion Battery
The Alliance I48-3.0 Lithium-Ion battery provides enhanced range and zero maintenance.
Batteries, Capacitors
Proterra Supplying Batteries for Nikola Electric Trucks
Proterra has signed a long-term agreement to supply its batteries for use in the Nikola Tre battery-electric vehicle and Tre fuel cell electric vehicle.
Trends
Eaton Receives DOE Awards for EV Charging and Emissions Reduction Technology
The company plans to develop more cost-effective electric vehicle charging solutions for commercial vehicles and adapt its variable-valve actuation technology for agricultural equipment.
Electrification
Volvo Trucks Launches Next Generation VNR Electric Truck
The next-generation electric truck features an up to 85% increased range, faster charging, and more configurations for heavy-duty transport.
Industry News
OEM Industry News Briefs: Sandvik Testing Battery-Electric Mining Equipment in Underground Iron Ore Mine
Sandvik is testing its TH550B and LH518B battery-electric equipment in LKAB's underground iron ore mine, DEUTZ completes its acquisition of fuel cell developer Blue World Technologies and more news you may have missed.
Engines
Kohler Acquires Curtis Instruments and Heila Technologies
The acquisitions will help expand electrification and clean energy technology developments within the Kohler Power Group.
Electrification
Toyota Material Handling Introduces 22 New Electric Machines
The product launch includes 12 new reach truck models as well as four electric pneumatic forklift models.
Trends
New Technology Launches at CES 2022
This year's CES included several new products for the heavy equipment space including electric axles from FPT Industrial, an HD LiDAR sensor from Innoviz Technologies and Doosan Bobcat's all-electric compact track loader.
Electric Motors
Danfoss Editron Electric Motor Helps Power World's First Fully-Electric Pile Driving Rig
The new battery-powered Junttan PMx2e pile driving rig is equipped with Danfoss’ Editron PMI375-T1100 series electric motor which helps mimic the performance of a diesel rig.
Industry News
OEM Industry News Briefs: Testing of Volvo Electric Truck Shows Range and Efficiency Gains
Testing of a Volvo FH Electric showed extended range and reduced energy use, FPT wins award for biodiesel research, and more heavy equipment industry news you may have missed.
Electrification
Volvo CE Testing Electric Construction Equipment at E-Worksite
E-Worksite is a long-running research project which explores the site requirements for electromobility across a variety of different applications.
Electrification
Volvo, Daimler and TRATON Create Joint Venture for Charging Infrastructure
The companies plan is to install and operate at least 1,700 high-performance green energy charging points on and close to highways as well as at logistic and destination points within 5 years.
Electrification
Volvo Penta Reaches New Milestone in Electrification Journey
Volvo Penta and TICO have completed the build of the first terminal tractor prototypes powered by Volvo Penta’s electric driveline.
Hybrids
Scania Introduces Hybrid Electric and Plug-in Hybrid Electric Trucks
These trucks can be fitted with different powertrain and charging options, offering solutions that can fulfill various application demands.
Electrification
Yanmar CE Unveils SV17e Electric Mini Excavator Prototype
The SV17e is powered by an efficient electric drive and 48V batteries with fast charging capabilities.
Electrification
Sandvik Partners with Boliden for First BEV Loader Trial in Europe
As a purely battery-powered loader, the Sandvik LH518B will support Boliden’s efforts to improve sustainability by reducing greenhouse gas emissions underground.
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
Replacing the cylinder and tube architecture of traditional electric motors with that of a disc for the rotor and stators offers performance and packaging improvements.
Power Systems
Briggs & Stratton Announces Partnership with JEM Technical
JEM's electronic component selection, software development and custom wiring harness design will be further enhanced by Vanguard’s Commercial Lithium-Ion Battery Pack line.
Industry News
OEM Industry News Briefs: Scania Launches New Powertrain and Engine Platform
Scania has unveiled a new engine platform for heavy trucks offering fuel savings of 8%, Caterpillar has formed a partnership for zero-emissions mining, DEUTZ produced its 10 millionth engine and more news you may have missed.