June 2022

Aidro Hydraulics & 3D Printing (a Desktop Metal company)
A comparison of the design changes possible with 3D printing. The valve in the foreground is 3D printed while the one in the background is manufactured using traditional methods.
Hydraulics

Lightweight Hydraulics Offer New Opportunities to Manufacturers

May 16, 2022
Reducing the weight of hydraulic components can benefit an array of industries and bring about new design options.
RISE Robotics
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Actuators

Danfoss Collaborating with RISE Robotics on Heavy Machinery Electrification

May 10, 2022
The companies plan to jointly test and validate the latest version of the RISE Cylinder to aid electrification of heavy-duty equipment.
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Community

IDEA Awards Entry Deadline Extended to July 8

May 9, 2022
Readers will select from the top innovations in 11 categories.
Volvo Penta
Volvo Penta and Danfoss’ Editron division have worked together to power two of the UK’s first fully integrated hybrid electric crew transfer vessels.
Technologies

Hybrid Electric Powertrains Helping Decarbonize Marine and Offshore Applications

May 9, 2022
Implementation of hybrid electric systems pairing fuel cells, batteries and other alternative technologies with conventional systems is helping the marine and offshore industry...
Caterpillar Inc.
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Hydraulics

Caterpillar Overhauls Hydraulics for New Next Gen Compact Wheel Loaders

May 4, 2022
Use of a pressure compensated valve as standard provides new opportunities for precision and efficiency improvements.

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John Deere and GUSS Automation Form Joint Venture

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Top Market Factors Impacting the Fluid Power Industry

April 5, 2022
Labor challenges and supply chain disruptions are among the key market factors with the potential to impact hydraulics and pneumatics manufacturers.