Danfoss Power Solutions has expanded the PLUS+1 family of mobile machine products with the DM430E series display. The new display will provide OEMs and operators a modern machine interface with supreme outdoor screen viewability, an environmentally robust design, simple screen set-up and a range of flexible features. It is ideal for material handling, road building, […]
Eaton’s boom stability control system wins LEAP fluid power award
Last night, at the LEAP Awards dinner gala in Costa Mesa, Calif., 11 winners were announced for the first annual awards competition. In the Fluid Power category, Eaton Corp.’s boom stability control (BSC) system garnered the highest award. As reported last month, Eaton’s BSC technology reduces hydraulic boom oscillation by up to 75% and boom…
Danfoss acquires majority shares in Scottish hydraulic R&D firm
Today, Danfoss announced it has acquired the majority shares of Artemis Intelligent Power Ltd. (AIP), an R&D and engineering company based in Edinburgh, Scotland, specializing in hydraulic system development. The acquisition includes AIP’s Digital Displacement technology, which will enable Danfoss to develop hydraulic pumps, motors and systems with unprecedented levels of efficiency, controllability and design […]
Danfoss Power Solutions launches the D1 pump in North America
Danfoss Power Solutions introduced the D1 High Power Open Circuit Axial Piston Pump to the North American market. The D1 pump is a high pressure, high flow variable displacement axial piston pump, developed specifically for open circuit systems in the most extreme application environments. Its design makes it a suitable solution for mining, heavy duty […]
Danfoss hires Business Development Manager for oil & gas
Danfoss has appointed Justin Thomas as Business Development Manager of its Marine, Oil & Gas business for the company’s Power Solutions segment. In this role, Thomas will focus specifically on developing new business relations for long-term strategic sales and partnerships while expanding the company’s market share in onshore and offshore applications including, Drill rigs, Fracking units, […]
Danfoss Power Solutions unveils the latest version of PLUS+1 GUIDE and Service Tool
Danfoss Power Solutions has launched the latest version of its PLUS+1 GUIDE and Service Tool. The PLUS+1 platform helps overcome most programming challenges and time-consuming parts of building intelligent control systems into your machine. The release of version 10.1 expands on the features introduced in 10.0. The enhanced screen editor allows for faster UI Creation […]
Danfoss Power Solutions unveils the latest version of PLUS+1 GUIDE and Service Tool
Danfoss Power Solutions has launched the latest version of its PLUS+1 GUIDE and Service Tool. The PLUS+1 platform helps overcome most programming challenges and time-consuming parts of building intelligent control systems into your machine. The release of version 10.1 expands on the features introduced in 10.0. The enhanced screen editor allows for faster UI Creation […]
Danfoss Power Solutions extends PVG portfolio with high-flow proportional valves
Danfoss Power Solutions has added two high-flow proportional valves to its PVG portfolio, expanding its range of low- to high-flow capabilities for OEM customers with demanding applications. The PVG 128 and PVG 256 valves are designed to easily integrate with the existing line of Danfoss high-performance proportional valves — PVG 16 and PVG 32 — […]
Kraft Fluid Systems expands mobile hydraulic controls and valve product line offerings
Kraft Fluid Systems Inc. has added Danfoss Power Solutions Plus+1 controls and software to its ever-growing product line in Wisconsin. Additionally, Kraft has added Comatrol cartridge valve products to its emerging Wisconsin offering. Danfoss Plus+1 modular hardware and the user-friendly Plus+1 GUIDE programming environment enable Kraft to seamlessly integrate microcontrollers, displays, joysticks, sensors, and Plus+1 […]
NFPE control option for MP1 pumps
Danfoss Power Solutions introduces a new Non-Feedback Proportional Electric (NFPE) control option for its MP1 closed circuit axial piston pumps. The MP1 already provides modular configuration for manufacturers seeking a reliable pump, and the NFPE control expands the MP1 control portfolio for further customization. The NFPE control will be available in the first quarter of […]
Danfoss demonstrates its DAVIS autonomous vehicle system
Danfoss Power Solutions debuted its ground-breaking autonomous capabilities with a technology demonstration at AGRITECHNICA in Hanover, Germany. DAVIS (Danfoss Autonomous Vehicle Integration System) will allow OEMs to add autonomous characteristics to their off-highway machines. Introducing DAVIS at AGRITECHNICA showcased the capabilities of Danfoss components and invited conversation between Danfoss and its customers on how […]
Fluid power and the age of digitization
Not too many years ago, one could still find a small number of IoT skeptics amongst fluid power professionals. Today, however, it’s become difficult for those last few IoT holdouts to substantiate their apprehension. There are the companies that have embraced IoT potential, and made it a core innovation initiative, and there are those that…
Is the oil and gas market ready to flip the switch on recovery?
At this week’s OTC (Offshore Technology Conference), the keyword was probably cautious optimism for the oil and gas market. The event—which has been down since its record-breaking year in 2014 as gas prices plummeted—continues to get smaller, but fluid power manufacturers and show organizers are still preparing for a slow and steady ramp-up. In 2014, […]
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FPTC keynote to examine intersection of fluid power and IoT
For about as long as I’ve covered the fluid power industry, there has been anxious talk about whether electrics were going to someday replace fluid power. And while electric actuators have certainly made inroads in certain applications, our technology has been made much more efficient, controllable and reliable thanks to the marriage of electronics with […]
Danfoss to exhibit hydraulic, electric solutions at OTC
Danfoss Drives, Danfoss Industrial Automation and Danfoss Power Solutions will exhibit at the Offshore Technology Conference in Houston, Texas, May 1–4. The conference marks the first time multiple Danfoss divisions will exhibit together in North America. With its combined product lineup and available expertise, Danfoss is engineering tomorrow for customers in the marine and oil […]
Danfoss Power Solutions introduces new Fan Drive Control for axial piston pumps
Danfoss Power Solutions has developed a fan drive control feature for the Series 45 portfolio of open circuit axial piston pumps to increase system efficiency and improve machine performance. Available on K2, J and F frames, the fan drive control is an intelligent thermal management solution that can maximize cooling efficiency, decrease fuel costs, and […]
Danfoss launches K2 axial piston pump
Danfoss Power Solutions is updating the Series 45 pump portfolio with the addition of the K2 frame axial piston pump. The smaller K2 frame, 25-45cc, has been reduced in length by up to 20%, width by up to 10%, and weight by up to 30%, offering customers a smaller solution that continues to provide maximum […]
Danfoss to highlight connectivity, Industry 4.0 at Hannover Fair
Communication is at the heart of increased productivity: Whether it’s controlling machines and entire production lines, monitoring modern traffic systems, or controlling energy distribution – connectivity makes it possible to extensively measure, analyze, and use data. Without efficient networking, it would be impossible to sustainably optimize industrial processes, off-road vehicles and machinery, supermarkets, and much […]
Danfoss debuts new generation of ORBITAL X motors at IFPE
Danfoss Power Solutions launched its Orbital X product line at the IFPE trade show in Las Vegas last week. The new Orbital X program OMP X and OMR X motors mark the first new product introduction since Danfoss acquired White Drive Products in September 2016, elevating Danfoss Power Solutions to the top position in the worldwide […]
Danfoss join forces with U.S. based White Drive Products, Inc.
The Danfoss Group has announced its intent to acquire full ownership of White Drive Products, Inc. White Drive Products is a manufacturer of hydraulic motors and the company represents an ideal match to the Danfoss business segment, Danfoss Power Solutions. Bringing Danfoss Power Solutions and White Drive Products together will create a strong global player…
MP1 closed circuit axial piston pumps at Bauma
Danfoss Power Solutions has introduced its new MP1 closed circuit axial piston pump, which provides modular configuration for manufacturers seeking a medium-power product. The MP1 pump, which is set for a global market launch in Q3 2016 of 28/32 and 38/45cm³ frames, is designed to help OEMs provide precision machine control for customers while speeding…
Danfoss Power Solutions to present mobile hydraulic expertise at IFPE 2014
In its efforts to be the strongest parter available to OEMs in mobile hydraulics markets, Danfoss Power Systems, formerly known as Sauer-Danfoss, is bringing a full program to this year’s IFPE at the Las Vegas Convention Center. In addition to providing information at its booth 80529 in the South Hall, Danfoss Power Systems will present…