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    ZF
    ZF has produced the first 1,000 units of its CeTrax lite electric drive
    News

    This Week in Power & Motion: ZF Sees Growing Demand for Electric Drive Technology

    Initial volume production for the ZF CeTrax lite electric drive was higher than expected with further growth anticipated, VMAC adds digital controls to its underhood air compressor...
    ABB
    70-ton roll force load cell hydraulic press can exert a force of 4,000,000 pounds on tested sensors
    News

    This Week in Power & Motion: Roll Force Load Cell Hydraulic Press Aids Sensor Testing

    An ABB service center has added a roll force load cell hydraulic press for testing sensors used in extreme conditions, NFPA is seeking volunteers for collaborative projects and...
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    Stable business activity expected for metalforming manufacturers
    Pneumatics

    Metalformer Business Activity Remains Steady in March 2024

    Stable business conditions are anticipated for metalforming manufacturers in the coming months according to the March PMA Business Conditions Report.
    Joel Honeyman, Vice President of Global Innovation at Bobcat Co.
    Emerging Technologies

    Bobcat Aims to Make a Big Leap in Construction Equipment Design

    An emphasis on developing electrification and automation solutions will bring a range of benefits to the construction equipment industry.
    S. Jensen
    Construction equipment with hydraulics on display at CONEXPO
    Hydraulics

    Fluid Power Will Continue to be Important Part of CONEXPO 2026

    Although IFPE will not be co-located with CONEXPO 2026, fluid power will still be represented at this large construction equipment event.
    FluiDyne Fluid Power
    Hydraulic Pumps & Motors

    FluiDyne FM4 Series Motor

    The hydraulic motor features an efficient design which works well for low-speed, high-torque applications.
    Danfoss Power Solutions
    Choosing the right hose for high-pressure hydraulic systems ensures machine performance
    Hose & Tubing

    Braided Hydraulic Hose Meets High Pressure Needs of Electric Backhoe

    Replacing spiral hydraulic hoses with braided hoses offered cost and weight savings for a mobile equipment manufacturer without compromising on its high-pressure requirements....
    ABB
    ABB's refitted robotics facility in the U.S. will help meet growing demand for robots
    News

    This Week in Power & Motion: Manufacturers Invest in New and Updated Facilities to Meet Future Market Growth

    Several companies have announced the construction of new or expanded manufacturing facilities in recent months to meet growing market demand for their products.
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    Incorporation of electronics and IoT is shifting fluid power designs
    Hydraulics

    Fluid Power is Expanding Beyond Hydraulics and Pneumatics

    The NFPA's addition of a new member category demonstrates the ongoing evolution of the fluid power industry.