Choosing Electric (AC) Lift Trucks Over Internal Combustion (IC)

Choosing an electric lift truck can offer many benefits including zero emissions, cost savings and two shifts working on one battery charge allowing continuous productivity.

October 20, 2011

Caterpillar Inc.

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Infrastructure funding is a silver lining for many in the construction equipment industry.

Heavy Equipment Markets are Down in 2020 and Hopes up for a Better 2021

Negative economic impacts from the COVID-19 pandemic have made 2020 a year to forget for most in the heavy equipment industries.

The majority of safety functions described by the new ANSI standard will require the use of a sensor to deliver the necessary values.

Sensors Play Critical Role in New ANSI Standard

Use of various sensor technologies will be necessary to meet the safety functions described by the new ANSI 92.20 standard.

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The Pros and Cons of Industry Consolidation

Continued consolidation in the heavy-duty vehicle industry has helped address many complex technological challenges while also enhancing the OEM and supplier relationship.

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The Battery Show and Electric Vehicle Technology Expo Announce Virtual Event

Digital Express is a one day event in August offering a full suite of digital activities, including educational content; a virtual event is planned for November as well.

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New TE Connectivity Hybrid and Electric Mobility Solutions Kit

The high voltage terminals and solutions kit contains all the parts needed to create an assembly in one easy-to-order package.

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Technology News Tracker: Engine Hybridization Gains Momentum

Development of hybrid engines continues to increase as manufacturers realize their potential to improve efficiency and reduce emissions.

Kubota's V3307 Micro-Hybrid system allows for engine downsizing while maintaining performance, productivity and efficiency.

Versatile Hybrid Power, Ready When You Need It

The shift toward lower horsepower engines with a variety of supplementary power source options for peak demands are ensuring equipment can always perform optimally.

Electric buses like Solaris' Urbino electric are gaining market share in Europe.

Alternatively-Powered Vehicles Accounted for 15% of EU Bus Market in 2019

ACEA reports alternatively powered buses are continuing to gain more market share in Europe, with four of the five major EU markets recording double-digit losses in the diesel segment in 2019.

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P&H 2650CX Hybrid Shovel Ready for Market Launch

Field testing of the P&H 2650CX Hybrid Shovel has demonstrated a 40-50% reduction in fuel consumption compared to hydraulic excavators.

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Design & Engineering Insights: Caterpillar Introduces Hybrid Engine Concept

The Cat C18 hybrid concept engine provides opportunities to improve fuel consumption and emissions levels.

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Design & Engineering Insights: Kubota Engine Details Micro-Hybrid Technology

Kubota Engine's Micro-Hybrid System supports the engine by delivering an additional electrical power boost of up to 10 kW.

The new 3D configurator allows users to design and customize their own electric or hybrid vehicle.

New Danfoss Editron Digital Tools Aim to Help Increase Pace of Electrification

The new digital tools include an online calculator and 3D configurator to aid engineers with the design of electric and hybrid drive systems.

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Keestrack to Highlight Hybrid and Electric Machines at CONEXPO 2020

Among the machines on display will be a full hybrid cone crusher and a plug-in hybrid jaw crusher.

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STEYR Unveils Hybrid Concept Tractor

The design of the Konzept hybrid tractor focuses on the use of zero-emission powertrains, innovative drive solutions and a futuristic operator environment.

DOE Partnering with U.S. Army to Develop Hydrogen Fuel Cell Vehicle

The fuel cell/battery hybrid truck will be provide a clean energy solution for emergency relief and disaster management efforts.

The Kubota micro hybrid delivers an additional electrical power boost of up to 10 kW.

Powertrain Optimization via Mixed Technologies

Hybrid systems pairing engines with electronics or other components enable efficiency gains and the transition toward alternatively powered machines.

New DOE Funding for Commercial Truck, Off-road Vehicle, and Gaseous Fuels Research

Research will focus on natural gas, biopower, and hydrogen; heavy-duty freight electrification; hydrogen infrastructure and fuel cell technologies; and energy efficient off-road vehicles.

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Electric Powertrains Added for CarSim and TruckSim 2019.1

Mechanical Simulation has extended the built-in modules of its software to now also simulate electric-only powertrains.

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Hybrid Engines Entering the Market

Allison Hybrid-Electric Propulsion System Paired with Cummins Engines Receives CARB Certification

The model year 2019 Allison Hybrid 40/50 Electric Propulsion system is paired with the Cummins B6.7 and L9 diesel-electric hybrid engines used in transit buses and coaches.

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Volvo Hybrid to Improve Fuel Efficiency up to 17%

The forthcoming EC300E Hybrid excavator’s boom-down motion charges energy-storing accumulators that are used to power the hydraulic pump.

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Kubota BUEE Debuts Micro-Hybrid System at bauma 2019

The “Power Assist” Micro-Hybrid system supports the engine by delivering an additional electrical power boost of up to 10 kW.

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Perkins Presents New Hybrid Technologies on Three Engines at bauma 2019

The hybrid-electric, hybrid-mechanical and hybrid-hydraulic power technologies presented complement Perkins existing 0.5–18 L range of diesel engines.

The ProjectTETRA concept wheel loader can operate on biomethane or traditional methane.

bauma 2019 Shines a Spotlight on Sustainability, Efficiency

Alternatively powered equipment and components aimed at improving efficiency and reducing emissions were among the highlights at this year’s show.

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bauma News Tracker: Perkins Showcases Stage V and Hybrid Engines

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bauma News Tracker: Kohler Presents Hybrid Energy Module

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Mack Trucks Displays Second-Generation PHEV Class 8 Drayage Truck at CARB Showcase

The plug-in hybrid electric truck is based on a Mack Pinnacle axle back daycab and has been operating in revenue service with a customer drayage fleet for more than 12 months.