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Platooning presentation for the UK’s Microlise Transport Conference
April 10, 2018
The Transport Research Laboratory (TRL) will present findings from the UK’s platooning truck trials at the Microlise Transport Conference next month in the UK. The presentation will include an assessment of the effects of fuel use, harmful tailpipe emissions, congestion and road safety. The trial, according to Rob Wallis, TRL’s chief executive officer, aims to provide an independent impact assessment and to quantify possible benefits and drawbacks of the technology.
FPT’s low emission engine developments
April 10, 2018
FPT Industrial is rolling out a range of new low emission engines for the off-highway sector that meet the European Stage V and US Tier 4 Final requirements. These diesels benefit from proven technology that the firm has already utilised in the on-highway sector in the engines for Iveco, its sister company within the Fiat Group. The basic engine designs are the F36, N45, N67 and V20 models, with capacities of 3.6litres, 4.5litres, 6.7litres and 20 litres respectively. The F36 replaces the earlier 3.4litre
FPT’s innovative low emissions system
April 10, 2018
FPT Industrial is introducing a new low emissions package that will allow the firm’s engines to meet the European Stage V requirements. Called the Hi-eSCR2, this patented emissions solution will be used for all engines over 56kW. According to Diego Rotti, from the firm’s product marketing department, the system will be designed with a common architecture that fits on top of the engines, making it simpler to install. He said, “It will require minimum effort for installation. You won’t have to figure out
Deutz is offering alternatives to conventional diesel power
April 10, 2018
Deutz is investing in hybrid systems and alternative fuels, while also developing advanced low emission packages. The company is developing electric power options for off-highway equipment following its purchase of Torqeedo, a firm supplying electric power units for sale into the marine sector. A key move is its innovative hybrid powertrain, being unveiled in prototype form. This is aimed at use in compact machines such as small wheeled loaders or telehandlers and features a small diesel engine that runs
Cummins offering electric powertrain for off-highway
April 10, 2018
Cummins is developing an all-electric powertrain for use in off-highway applications. This move follows the firm’s acquisition of the electric drive specialist Brammo. The system is designed to suit applications such as urban or underground duties, where it is necessary to minimise engine emissions. The package combines battery power with a compact diesel engine, linked directly to a generator. This offers a range-extended vehicle driveline (REEV). The prototype being unveiled utilises a 4litre F3.8 diesel
Dynavis achieves high productivity in the Sub Continent
April 10, 2018
Dynavis, the hydraulic fluid technology business of Evonik, is highlighting an Indian quarry case study that recorded 12% more material moved per litre of fuel. In the quarry, owned by a major Indian energy company near the city of Ranchi, hydraulic mining excavators are extracting coal and removing slate for roofing tiles. The excavator weighed 111 tonnes and has an engine output of 567kW. Around 1,100 litres of hydraulic fluid circulated in its hydraulic system and the unit was operated 24 hours a day.
Dana exhibit new spicer drive systems for AWPs
April 10, 2018
Dana Incorporated (Dana) is launching its Spicer drive systems and Brevini motion systems for aerial work platforms (AWPs). These products are aimed at supporting the increased demand for electrified drive systems and those that improve safety through advanced data collection and on-board analytical capabilities. The Spicer Smart Suite Intelligent Load Monitoring System is now available for pre-production testing by vehicle manufacturers and uses patented and proprietary data-collecting technologies across
Dana launches axle/gearbox combination for single drum rollers
April 10, 2018
Dana Incorporated is launching an optimised axle/gearbox combination for small and medi-um-sized single drum rollers. It is designed with the intention of enabling original-equipment manufacturers to use more compact hydraulic components while maintaining optimal performance. The solution includes the Spicer 192 rigid planetary axle, a Brevini CTU gearbox and Brevini SH Series variable displacement hydraulic motors. It is said to enable the use of an axle with a high reduction ratio, which increases the
Dana Rexroth unveils new HVT for motor grader applications
April 10, 2018
Dana Rexroth Transmission Systems has announced that the long-drop vision of its hydromechanical variable transmission (HVT) is now available for pre-production testing in grader applications. Its powersplit architecture and functionality as a continuously variable transmission (CVT) is said to enable the engine to operate at its peak efficiency for duty cycles ranging from precise, low-speed finish grading to high-speed snow removal and long-distance road grading. In addition, the machine has designed to
Powerful track drives from Bonfiglioli
April 10, 2018
The new 705XT track drive from Bonfiglioli combines proven mechanical systems with innovative hydraulic components according to the firm. The drive suits closed-loop applications and demanding construction equipment machines. Typical installations include compact track loaders weighing from 5.5-7.5tonnes, small dozers weighing from 5.5 -7.5tonnes or pavers weighing from 12-15tonnes. The new 705XT drive is a two-stage gearbox with an integrated swashplate hydraulic motor and parking brake, which is said to