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MARCH 2020

CONEXPO

PRODUCT LAUNCHES AT THE YEAR’S BIGGEST SHOW! Read about all the new equipment and technologies set to be introduced at the construction industry's largest show.

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CONTENTS

VOLUME 38, NO. 2 | MARCH 2020

FEATURES

Engine System

Enhancements to internal components as well as

20 O ptimized Engine Designs Continue to Focus on Efficiency and Performance the development of new technologies are enabling manufacturers to enhance their engine designs.

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Operator comfort and equipment access are important

28 E AS and Ergonomics: Advances in Rental Construction Equipment Systems

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CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2020

A look at some of the new equipment set to be launched

32 Equipment and Technology Launches at the construction industry’s biggest show.

ON THE COVER

Cover Story: Operator Cab

12 A Minimalist Approach to Operator Cab Designs

Manufacturers are continually working to

improve the operator experience through the inclusion of more advanced technologies and a simplified interior.

46 New Products

Component manufacturers will also be unveiling several new technologies during the CONEXPO-CON/AGG.

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or the past few months it seems we’ve thought about almost nothing but CONEXPO and IFPE. And now the show is finally here, it’s a little hard to believe.

The pre-show news has been slowly coming in, but many companies are keeping their big reveals under wraps. So it will be interesting to see what new equipment and technologies will be unveiled.

Starting on pg. 32 you’ll find our CONEXPO section highlighting new products set to be debuted during the show. Flip the magazine over for our dedicated IFPE section of the magazine which includes articles and show news specifically focused on the companies and technologies exhibiting at IFPE. You can also head online to our IFPE & CONEXPO channel at oemoffhighway.com/ifpe-conexpo to find even more news and articles dedicated to the year’s biggest event.

During CONEXPO we’ll also have The Big Show Coverage video broadcasts from the show floor at booth N-10565 Tuesday through Thursday. Videos will be available on oemoffhighway.com, as well, and provide insights on the critical topics affecting the construction industry.

OEM will have a booth in IFPE once again, as well, located at #S80742. Be sure to stop by to say hi or grab a copy of the magazine. And follow us on social media for updates during the show. For Facebook and Twitter you can follow @OEMOffHighway as well as our hashtag #OEMatIFPE. Finally, OEM is looking to start a podcast series. We’re still working out the details but would love to know what you, our readers, want to learn more about. Have sugMARCH ISSUE gestions or topic ideas? Send them our way! |

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• A nnual U.S. Defense Capital Goods New Orders ticked down to $155.0 billion in November but were up 4.5% compared to the same 12 months last year.

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• Europe Agriculture Machinery Production during the 12 months through November was 4.7% below the year-ago level.

• Quarterly U.S. Soybeans Futures Prices and U.S. Corn Futures Prices are rising. Rising Prices may provide a boost to farmers’ income. This suggests farmers may have the cash on hand or the confidence to invest in new equipment in the latter half of 2020, given typical lead times.

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A MINIMALIST Approach to Operator Cab Designs Manufacturers are continually working to improve the operator experience through the inclusion of more advanced technologies and a simplified interior.

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Because of these and many other reasons, simplifying operation and increasing comfort continue to be key areas in which manufacturers focus their design efforts.

There are many ways component manufacturers and OEMs are going about achieving these goals. In a recent news release, Curtiss-Wright noted the trend toward operator controls being integrated into armrest assemblies. Doing so puts all necessary controls in an easy-to-reach position, aiding both comfort and productivity.

Curtiss-Wright says it will work closely with OEMs to develop a human machine interface (HMI) assembly which incorporates multiple functions and allows operators to use just one hand.

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one area, operators are not having to strain to reach controls in various positions and are better able to keep their attention focused on their work.

For its ProjectTETRA wheel loader concept introduced at bauma 2019, one of CASE Construction Equipment’s (CASE CE) main goals was to create an optimized operator cab. “Our goal was to create a cabin which in operating the wheel loader improves life on board and improves daily working life,” says David Wilkie, CNH Industrial Design Director.

Creating a more comfortable operating experience Ensuring maximum visibility was one of the ways CASE went about improving operator comfort in the concept wheel loader. To achieve this, the company replaced the steering wheel

with joystick controls. This prevents an operator’s line of sight from possibly being obstructed while also allowing the machine controls to be placed within an easier to reach and more comfortable position.

Visibility was also improved through the inclusion of cameras around the outside of the wheel loader so as to provide a full 360-degree, bird’s-eye view of the machine and its surroundings.

More glass aids visibility as well, while also making the cab feel more open for operators. This allows more natural light into the machine interior which also helps to improve visibility. “The openness also gives productivity and safety [improvements],” says Eric Jacobsthal, CNH Industrial Design Manager.

He says the safer you can make operators feel they are working, the more comfortable they will be while operating the machine.

Overall, a minimalistic approach was taken to the design of the cab, says Jacobsthal. “Getting rid of the steering wheel, getting rid of all the plastics you normally see in these cabs really opens up the experience,” he explains. “You’re no longer trapped inside a machine, surrounded by components…you only have what you really need.”

This minimal approach is growing in much of the heavy equipment industry. Andrej Lawaetz Bendtsen,

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BELOW LEFT: An interactive color touchscreen on the armrest in the cab of the wheel loader concept enables control of all key machine parameters.

BELOW RIGHT: The cab of CASE CEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ProjectTETRA wheel loader concept features a simplified design to improve operator comfort and visibility.

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Product Manager, Displays and CAN Keypads at Danfoss Power Solutions, says manufacturers are looking to integrate smarter components to design leaner cabs. “Although we’re looking to increase functionality within the cab, we don’t want to add too many inputs and overwhelm the environment. Instead, we’re being intentional in working with our OEM partners to integrate components with greater capabilities to reduce the number of operator interfaces.”

Instead of multiple dials, switches and buttons being integrated into the cab, a smart joystick and interactive display are included which allow operators to perform the same number—if not more—operations.

Danfoss’ new JS1-SbW joystick used as part of the Flex-Steer subsystem solution enables OEMs to remove the steering wheel and column in an operator cabin.

The joystick will instead be integrated into the armrest of the operator

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seat. “This increases [visibility] for the operator toward the front of the vehicle, significantly reducing operator fatigue while providing outstanding design flexibility within the cabin,” says Bendtsen.

He says digitalization is helping enable simplification of the operator cab by streamlining how cab components communicate with one another. “Steerby-wire technology allows OEMs to remove the steering column and replace it with smaller, precise steering mechanisms like a joystick or mini-wheel.”

Ergonomics are key to reducing operator fatigue and improving productivity. Jacobsthal says ergonomics played a large role in the ProjectTETRA cab design. Intuitively designed controls are placed so they are right at an operator’s hands and feet, increasing comfort. Display screens are also placed within easy reach. “The whole concept was to improve the productivity of operators, [that] they’re as comfortable as possible and to give

them all the information they need to do their job,” he says.

As a means of improving comfort, features to look up the weather or play music are included on the displays in addition to machine information. Jacobsthal says the company—and other OEMs like it—is looking to give operators the creature comforts they see in automotive interiors today which up until now have not been as prevalent in off-road equipment.

Inspiration from the automotive world Wilkie says the company is inspired by the automotive industry, but only where it makes sense. “We don’t want to go over the top…but we do want to bring in technologies that make sense and could improve the operator’s life on board.”

He says the technologies that are brought over from the automotive sector are designed in a way which signifies their quality and that they

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are well made. “The quality of the fit and finish inside the cab also reflects the whole machine. If you have a nice environment to work in, you will feel happier in your job and at work. The design is a visual expression of what is under the skin. In a machine that’s high on technology, this needs to be reflected in the design.

“A very big part of our concepts is to prove that even in a world where you would expect the design is less important, it’s actually very important,” says Wilkie. “Design adds value and it gets more work out of the operator.”

One of the technologies which is slowly migrating to the heavy equipment industry is the projection of information onto the windshield, also known as heads-up displays. In CASE’s ProjectTETRA concept, machine information is provided on displays in the cab, as well as projected onto the windshield. “[We’re] really just trying to make life on board [the machine] easier and more straightforward,” says Wilkie. “And also more comfortable.”

The idea is to bring up information that operators do not always need, but when they do, to display it in a way that does not obstruct their view. When operating a piece of construction equipment, Wilkie says it is important for operators to be able to see what they are working on.

Adding a head-up display allows for the removal of a console that would otherwise be in front of an operator, enabling a complete view of the work area. Information is brought up only when necessary, helping to eliminate distractions for operators.

Wilkie says there are a few companies currently working on the technology. “It’s something that I think will definitely come, it’s only a question of time before it becomes cost effective…

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He says construction as well as agriculture are looking to improve visibility and CNH Industrial’s concepts show technologies such as heads-up displays can be used to achieve this goal.

A customizable head-up display During Agritechnica 2019, MTA SpA introduced its head-up-display (HUD) system. Davide Bonelli, Sales Director at MTA, says the company developed its own HUD “to find a new technology which could be particularly suitable for agricultural and earth moving vehicles, knowing the off-highway world is looking for greater safety and driving comfort,” like the automotive space.

MTA’s HUD system projects vehicle information at an operator’s eye level. It is based on a small electronic control unit (ECU) and is capable of managing two laser scanner projectors. The laser technology integrated with a 2D MEMS (Micro Electro-Mechanical Systems) mirror assures a high inten-

sity light, says Luca Francesco Porcaro, Project Leader at MTA. The ECU processes information coming from the vehicle’s network— whether that be CAN, LIN or broad reach Ethernet—and generates signals to send to laser projectors through two high-speed digital video interfaces (fpdLinkIII), explains Porcaro.

He says that in the projection module, a main board receives the signals coming from the ECU and generates a sequence of signals to be sent to the laser module and a MEMS Mirror.

Synchronization of the laser module and the MEMS makes it possible to generate sharp, focused images on the vehicle’s windscreen.

The HUD features two projection modes to give customers the option to use whichever mode best fits their application needs. They can also be used simultaneously to project different information, says Porcaro.

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One projector is ultraviolet with monochrome light which projects images onto an active luminescent screen. The other is a projector with a multicolor RGB source that projects onto an MLA (Micro Lens Array) screen.

Porcaro says that by optimizing installation of the system inside the vehicle, MTA’s HUD is able to project information on a machine’s windshield occupying an area of up to 10 in. (254 mm) with the multicolor solution and up to 25 in. (635 mm) with the monochrome solution. “In this second case, the projected image is visible from every position inside the vehicle,

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He says these capabilities make MTA’s solution stand out compared to others on the market as it eliminates the problem of a limited “eye box” which can be experienced with some systems in which the operator can see the information only when in a certain position in the passenger compartment.

Both systems offer the ability to manage the available optical power and to selectively increase the intensity in case of high levels of external light.

MTA’s projection module is very compact, measuring 100 x 70 x 25 mm (3.9 x 2.8 x 1 in.). Its small dimensions enable it to be used in even the smallest of cab environments and to

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be mounted where an OEM sees fit, such as behind the steering wheel or under the roof.

See them at CONEXPO 2020 CASE Construction Equipment - Booth #N11825 Curtiss-Wright - Booth #S83131 Danfoss Power Systems - Booth #S80931 MTA SpA - Booth #B92809 Bonelli says that the HUD system can be customized to include any information the operator might want.

He adds that the heavy-duty equipment sectors are evaluating dedicated solutions for HUD systems and that there is strong interest from OEMs to use this type of system to improve safety, comfort and other aspects within the operator cab. “In fact, the

information projected directly on the windscreen leaves more room for a wider outside view,” says Bonelli.

And because the information is projected at eye level, there is no need for operators to turn their head or take their eyes off of the work in front of them.

Danfoss’ Bendtsen says implementing advanced technologies like an HUD system first requires improving overall visibility in the operator cab, such as through the removal of the steering wheel.

Concepts provide vision for what’s possible Wilkie says CNH Industrial’s concept machines create inspiration and a vision toward what the company would like to do with its operator cabs in the future. “We use [the concepts] as a guiding light to aim for.”

While concept machines like Pro-

jectTETRA provide daily inspiration of how to incorporate new technology, Wilkie notes it doesn’t happen overnight. It takes time to get implementation of the technologies right and into mainstream production. “We also have to be careful we do something which is applicable to today’s world and will last.

“You’ll see some of what [is in ProjectTETRA] in the future, but you might not see all of it,” he says.

Bendtsen says operator cabs will continue to become leaner and more multi-functional in the coming years.

“The goal we’re working toward is to have all machine functionalities accessible at the operator’s fingertips.”

More connected solutions and autonomous functions will make their way into the cab, as well. “As more functions and tasks can become automated, the operator experience is improved, and the cab simplified,” concludes Bendtsen. |

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Enhancements to internal components as well as the development of new technologies are enabling manufacturers to enhance their engine designs.

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espite the growing presence of electric-powered vehicles in the heavy-duty equipment industry, internal combustion engines will continue to play a role for many years to come. As such,

engine manufacturers are continually working to optimize their designs.

Performance, fuel efficiency and emissions continue to be among the top areas in which manufacturers are focusing their design efforts. “We

consider the engine as a complete system and try to continuously improve the durability, fuel consumption and power,” says Stefan Rudert, Head of Engineering C&I and Agriculture within Rolls-Royce’s Power Systems division,

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Fuel efficiency pays off for end customers and positively effects total cost of ownership (TCO) which is why it is a high priority for the company.

He says power ratings and curves, as well as engine behavior are also important areas in which Rolls-Royce attempts to make steady improvements with its MTU products. In addition, OEMs are demanding higher power ratings which the company is continually working to fulfill.

Rudert says market barriers such as certifications are becoming more significant, complex and important to both engine manufacturers and OEMs. “Therefore, we try to offer our customers a suitable solution for all requirements and provide worldwide accessibility [for] our engines.”

Optimizing engine designs Rudert says Rolls-Royce’s R&D strategy for its MTU engines and systems is to follow a steady process of improvement rather than major hardware changes. “This concept is designed so that minor changes do not require a new overall system,” he explains.

“Improvements are often made on the electronics and software level.”

This capability can be seen on engines which allow over the air updates, common in the heavy-duty on-highway market. Mack Over The Air from Mack Trucks, for instance, enables remote software updates of powertrain components and vehicle parameters for trucks equipped with Mack 2017 or newer engines. “Mack Over The Air enables customers to ensure their trucks are operating at an optimal level without disrupting their schedules in today’s hypercompetitive just-in-time economy,” said David Pardue, Vice President of Connected Vehicles and Uptime Services for Mack Trucks, in a press release announcing the software update technology.

There are many ways manufacturers can go about optimizing the efficiency and performance of an engine. During COMVEC 2019, one OEM—which also manufacturers engines—noted avenues for improving engine efficiency include improving friction, reducing heat loss and ensuring efficient turbocharging.

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oped several variable valve systems which are being developed for the on-highway market—and currently being evaluated by several engine makers and independent labs—to provide exhaust thermal management. This helps control emissions and optimize selective catalytic reduction (SCR) efficiency to meet new NOx goals planned by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), says Robb Janak, Director New Technology, Jacobs Vehicle Systems.

“Many of these technologies also provide significant improvements in fuel consumption that helps lower harmful emissions, which align with the CO2 reductions called for under CARB, EPA, and the world markets’ regulations following the Paris Accord,” he

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LEFT TO RIGHT: Jacobs’ Cylinder Deactivation technology reduces camshaft friction as well as pumping losses in part-load conditions. The Fulcrum Bridge technology eliminates the need to manually adjust engine lash settings. Jacobs’ 2-Step Variable Valve Actuation (VVA) system enhances performance and efficiency across an engine’s operating range.

says. “As these technologies are being validated in the on-highway market, they are also ready for the off-highway market as it will be challenged to meet similar goals in the coming years.”

Jacobs’ 2-Step Early Exhaust Valve Opening (EEVO) works by opening the exhaust valve during the expansion stroke of a normal combustion event.

“This releases hot gases directly into the aftertreatment system and is used for fast warm-up, or diesel particulate filter (DPF) regeneration. Fast warmup is essential to meeting future NOx regulations as the aftertreatment system does not start working until it reaches proper operating temperatures,” says Janak.

Meanwhile, the company’s 2-Step Internal Exhaust Gas Recirculation (iEGR) technology opens the intake or exhaust valve when requested during engine operation to bring spent exhaust gases back into the next combustion cycle. This is used to lower combustion temperatures and NOx. Other systems utilize an external line to feed exhaust gases back to the intake manifold to be reburned. These are done through expensive valves, stainless steel lines, and often an extra cooling system. Internal exhaust gas recirculation avoids extra complexity by using the existing engine valves and a system integrated into the valve train.

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pression Technology (ADT) which selectively holds an engine valve open a small amount during an engine’s start-up and shut-down sequence.

“The result is a dramatic reduction of engine vibration during these sequences,” says Janak. “It also reduces start-up torque and overall starter system wear which allows for more frequent starts and stops to eliminate wasteful engine idling.”

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engine brake. The system is designed to reduce tailpipe emissions while improving fuel economy. Janak says CDA allows a large engine to operate like a smaller engine which helps improve fuel economy. It also improves exhaust thermal management at low load and idle conditions to keep the aftertreatment system running at optimal efficiency.

CDA enables large engines to have the fuel economy of smaller engines by increasing exhaust temperatures for optimal SCR operation. The technology also helps reduce camshaft friction and pumping losses in partload conditions.

The system uses a hydraulically-activated cylinder deactivation mechanism to disable the opening of intake and exhaust valves. Deactivated cylinders act as a gas spring and return compressed energy of the air back to the crank.

While any number of cylinders with the Jacobs system are capable of being deactivated, Janak says recent tests demonstrated fuel consumption improves up to 20% when operating at the lowest engine loads with three cylinders deactivated.

Increased use of engine brakes The HPD engine brake came about through advancements made in Jacobs’ CDA technology, says Janak.

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“When we activate the HPD system, we are disabling the normal intake and exhaust events and replacing them with dedicated motions to provide two-stroke engine braking. This results in the engine providing braking power every revolution of the engine rather than every other revolution,” he explains. “This doubles the brake power at lower engine speeds, which

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In addition, Janak notes the HPD engine brake can improve braking for natural gas engines “which historically have had limited engine braking power due to lower compression ratios and turbo selection.” Use of the technology enables a natural gas engine to match or exceed the power of the same size diesel.

Janak says the use of engine brakes is expanding into new applications in the off-highway market, such as agriculture. Previously, engines in agricultural machinery could not use an engine brake because valvetrains frequently contained hydraulic valve adjusters that would not function with traditional engine brakes.

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the mechanical clearance in the valve train between valve and camshaft, known as lash, by employing Hydraulic Lash Adjusters (HLA). Hydraulic lash adjustment allows for more consistent valve motions throughout all engine operating conditions and wear over the engine lifetime, enhancing engine performance and fuel economy.

Use of the HLA technology is beneficial for both engine manufacturers and end users. It removes potential bottlenecks on the production line that would otherwise be caused by setting lash on an engine. Eliminating the need to check and adjust lash reduces downtime for customers.

The company says this process can be particularly inconvenient as a clean environment is necessary when accessing the overhead and opening the valve cover.

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negatively impact emissions and fuel consumption. According to the company, variance from the optimum setting by as little as 0.01 cm (0.0039 in.) may be enough to negatively affect engine breathing and efficiency. By eliminating the manual adjustment, manufacturers can ensure optimal engine performance.

Janak says the company is seeing an increased need in the market for engine brakes which work with HLAs, as well as increased braking power which the HPD engine brake can provide.

It is able to increase braking power through the entire engine speed range which he said could be beneficial for mining equipment for additional downhill control.

Emissions will still be a factor With the implementation of Tier 4 Final in the U.S. and Stage V in the EU, emissions regulations have come

to a bit of a standstill for off-highway engine manufacturers. However, there have been many proposed future regulations as well as the implementation of stricter emissions standards in other areas around the world such as India and China. The heavy-duty onroad market also continues to see new regulations introduced.

Because of these and many other reasons, emissions will never not be a factor for engine manufacturers to consider.

Rudert says a Stage VI regulation could be a possibility though there are currently no known details or implementation dates. “There are discussions that future EU Stage VI legislation may specify adherence to emission limits – including CO2 emissions – over the entire useful life of the engine,” he says. “However, with the completely new development of our engines for Stage V, we feel

very well equipped to meet future standards.”

He also notes the company continues to improve its exhaust aftertreatment technology, which will aid compliance with any future emissions standards.

Janak says that as the off-highway industry looks toward potential future emissions regulations, it will be challenged to use some of the same solutions as the on-highway market.

Because powertrain thermal management has to be safely managed in hazardous environments and space limitations within equipment can hinder the use of large cooling or aftertreatment systems, he says Jacobs believes its in-engine solutions will be beneficial. “Our variable valve actuation strategies offer performance, packaging and proven durability while allowing for the minimizing of exhaust gas recirculation and after-

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Going forward, Rudert says “The combustion engine will still have a long future, but not necessarily as the exclusive source of power.” Instead it will likely be used in combination with other technologies.

The energy density of batteries is not yet at the point where it can be the sole power source for a large piece of off-highway equipment. But by using an engine in combination with a battery or other power source such as an electric motor, then there is the potential to employ some of the benefits of electrification without sacrificing power or productivity.

Rolls-Royce, like many engine manufacturers, is currently developing alternative drive systems which may or may not make use of an engine and

are capable of meeting the needs of heavy-duty equipment.

The company is also researching other fuel options including hydrogen and synthetic fuels, produced with energy from renewable sources, which could provide viable alternatives to diesel. Alternative fuel options will provide an additional way to meet

future emissions regulations as well as potential opportunities for engine optimization.

Through these research initiatives, Rolls-Royce and other manufacturers will continue to focus on the three key pillars which drive their engine designs—fuel efficiency, performance and emissions. |

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New Mack Over The Air Enables Remote Software Updates for Powertrain Components www.oemoffhighway. com/20995856 Jacobs to Introduce Cylinder Deactivation Technology www.oemoffhighway. com/21021188 Jacobs Fulcrum Bridge Technology www.oemoffhighway. com/21097608 Rolls-Royce Supporting Development of Alternative Fuels www.oemoffhighway. com/21082818 And be sure to visit our Engines channel for all the latest news and articles related to the engine system at www.oemoffhighway. com/engines.

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EAS AND ERGONOMICS: Advances in Rental Construction Equipment Systems Operator comfort and equipment access are important factors for OEMs to consider when selecting hardware for rental equipment. contributed by Bob Straka, General Manager, Transportation, Southco, Inc.

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ore than 50% of construction equipment is owned by rental companies.1 These companies need to make sure that their equipment is both highly usable and ergonomically designed to appeal to their rental customers. Equipment rental companies are seeking more sophisticated control and tracking to see who is using what equipment and when; they also seek to ensure that only those operators who have authorization and training to

Each time a piece of construction equipment is deployed to a new site, rental companies need to be certain the equipment is operated efficiently and safely, and that it is secure from theft or vandalism when not in operation.

operate equipment can access it.

Additionally, rental companies want to make sure that the ergonomics of their equipment is first-class: Whether it’s the way display screens are mounted in cabs so that they are easy to position or adjust, or the types of locking mechanisms and positioning systems on equipment lockers and other external doors and hatches, rental companies are challenging construction equipment manufacturers to “equip” their products with components that are well-engineered and easy to operate.

Improving Access Points in Construction Vehicles While there are some recent indications of a potential slowdown in the construction vehicle market, demand is still relatively strong in the rental market. This has led to increased attention by OEMs towards finding better ways to use components in various access applications — to ultimately help distinguish their machines from the competition.

One recent area that has been a major focus is improving operator cab air quality by refining heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) systems in the vehicles. This includes better sealing of the cabs to control cool air leakage as well as to keep dust out. To do this, they are using stronger,

heavy-duty compression latches to close doors and windows, as well as access latches that secure doors covering HVAC air filters.

Since they are used in high-dust construction site environments, the filter access panels need to be tightly secured, yet easily accessible because they are changed out more often.

OEMs are also concentrating design efforts on enhancing the operator environment with comfort and convenience.

This results in OEMs selecting hardware components SO that improve UT HC O functionality and IN C. operator efficiency.

The number of screens within the cab interior has been increasing so that operators can better monitor the status of a piece of equipment. In rental market applications, different operators are constantly working in these cabs. From an ergonomic standpoint, these screens need to be positioned to account for the height differences of each operator.

The use of positioning technology that has intuitive touch point characteristics and response can be extremely useful. Design engineers can improve operator ergonomics and maximize

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usability by incorporating display mounting and hinging solutions with engineered positioning systems.

For instance, there are hinges with integrated constant torque that allow single-handed adjustment of connected monitors. They are engineered specifically to withstand higher levels of vibration found in the rougher operating environments of off-highway applications.

Constant torque hinges use engineered friction to provide specific resistance against motion. Similar to laptop computer screens, they allow the positioning of a cab operator screen at any angle for tens of thousands of operating cycles without any degradation of torque — even under high-vibration conditions.

These hinges also need to be robust, well-engineered parts: While rental companies may not be as concerned with ergonomics, they are interested in products that are rugged and able to provide thousands of hours of operating performance in dirty work site conditions, without requiring significant maintenance.

Outside of the operator cab, rental construction equipment has multiple tool cabinets and hoods covering engines as well as other equipment Hinges with integrated constant torque allow for single-handed adjustment of connected monitors, improving operator comfort.

that needs to be tightly secured, yet easily accessible during the course of any workday. Intuitive access control and the ability to easily open and close heavy equipment panels are, in many ways, dependent on the types of hinges used.

It’s common for these heavy hoods to incorporate gas struts to help raise and hold them in place. However, there is a range of position control hinges, including torque hinges and counterbalance technology, which provide easier, safer ways to lift heavy hoods and hold

them in place while the interiors are accessed to retrieve tools or perform maintenance tasks.

These types of ergonomically friendly hinges and latching systems give rental companies machines that have a greater appeal to their end users and are easier to maintain.

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EAS helps improve off-highway security and operations For rental companies, the one major difference between construction equipment and other industrial systems is location. These are valuable assets that may be at one site for a month, and then moved to another location for a couple of days and onto the next jobsite. Each time that piece of equipment is deployed to the site, the rental company needs to be certain it is operated efficiently and safely, and that it is secure from theft or vandalism when not in operation.

Until recently, off-highway equipment security – including access to operator cabs, toolboxes and externally mounted equipment – was often very basic. For example, a mechanical key was kept in a maintenance locker and tracked via paper records. In this case, security from theft and vandalism is minimal as keys can be copied. Due to how common these keys are, rental companies often add a secondary padlock to cab doors and equipment lockers, creating an additional expense.

The introduction of electronic key fobs increased the level of security but still required a physical key to be provided to operators and then tracked and managed. Particularly in the construction equipment marketplace, this can be a time-consuming and complicated process.

There are cloud-based technologies available that can provide a better and more simplified means of controlling and monitoring access to construction equipment; in the process, rental companies will now have a robust, real-time tool for keeping track of the performance and return on inventory investment.

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The number of screens within the cab interior is increasing to allow operators to better monitor equipment status. From an ergonomic standpoint, these screens also need to be positioned to account for the height differences of each renter operating the equipment.

(EAS) can elevate intelligent access to and control of off-highway equipment. Integrating this technology into off-highway equipment involves adding electronic mechanisms that tie into the equipment controls in place of physical locks and keys. Major component suppliers are now offering EAS that integrate Bluetooth technology with electronic locks to simplify equipment access and key management.

These systems allow an operator’s smart device — typically a smartphone — to act as a “key.”

Time-based, virtual keys can be sent wirelessly to a smartphone application via a cloud-based web portal, simplifying the assignment of keys to multiple users and equipment. Operation is intuitive, as the operator or site manager simply opens the app on their phone to see their virtual keys, along with the associated locked equipment location, description and period of access time.

This can simplify operations at the rental yard or work site. Without EAS, it is necessary to have an attendant who handles documenting and distribution of mechanical keys.

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because the rental agent can provide access remotely. Once the renter is provided access via the cloud, they need only approach the equipment and click the access button on the app. The button transmits the encrypted signal to the reader, unlocking the door and sending a record of the access via the smartphone app to the cloud.

One of the most important advantages is the real-time aspect of this information: EAS identifies who is using what equipment and where, in real or near-real time. This data can then be integrated with other data streams within the equipment for more comprehensive utilization of information, aiding in planning, cost analysis, distribution and other management areas.

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Electronic access solutions, such as electronic locking and access control devices, offer a smart, proven and easily integrated way to improve the physical security of construction rental equipment. These solutions can be connected to an existing network or integrated with cloud-based geofencing technology to track access to equipment.

ity and cost are main drivers in the ROI of their machines, with higher efficiency continuing to be the primary goal.

For rental fleet operators, this can be a challenge. Because the renter doesn’t own the equipment, the operator using it every day may not be concerned with routine maintenance activities, such as changing an air filter or servicing the engine. However, IoT-enabled autonomous vehicles typically have multiple internal sensors gauging the “health” of the engine and

auxiliary equipment. These sensors can now provide feedback for predictive maintenance, helping to avoid costly repairs and downtime.

Incorporating EAS into equipment that connect to these systems simplifies remote monitoring for the rental provider. To reduce the likelihood of equipment failure, OEMs can use the data generated by autonomous systems to monitor the maintenance needs of a vehicle remotely, from anywhere in the world.

In addition, intelligent latches can control whether an individual can gain access to a maintenance area of the

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vehicle. The owner can also track the door status of the equipment – when an access panel was opened, if it was closed, who accessed it – and can even trigger alerts to the driver if a door is not properly secure. Each time the door is accessed, a digital record of activity is generated that can be used later to improve vehicle efficiency.

EAS allows the equipment rental company to monitor access wirelessly and remotely from any Internet portal without having to connect to an existing security network. Rental companies and OEMs are also experimenting with using EAS platforms that integrate with “geofencing.” This concept controls where a piece of equipment is permitted to operate. If it moves outside the geographic confines of that defined area, it shuts down until permission is granted or the machine is returned to the correct location. Electronic locks and access controllers can be connected to geofencing interfaces to track access to equipment to help keep it secure.

About the author As General Manager for Southco’s Transportation Strategic Business Unit, Bob Straka oversees innovative, customer-driven engineering solutions for the global transportation industry. Straka has worked at Southco for over 19 years in various levels of the engineering process from product design to production. He holds a Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering from Temple University and a Masters in Business and Administration from Penn State University.

Elevating off-highway equipment value Applying advanced technology to the challenges of operator ergonomics and equipment access can help rental companies make sure their equipment is safer and adequately managed.

EAS technology enhances operational safety and security by ensuring that only properly trained and authorized personnel have access to machinery. It can also be used to generate valuable information about equipment uptime and utilization, personnel efficiency and operating costs.

At the same time, applying the latest positioning and latching technologies both within the operator cab and on other access points in the vehicle help improve the end-user experience, while ensuring that rental companies are providing their customers with state-of-the-art, finely engineered equipment designed to deliver maximum performance and efficiency at every jobsite. |

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highlight equipment end user trends, technologies and best practices.

“We’re thrilled to see this kind of energy and enthusiasm,” says Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) Vice President of Exhibitions Dana Wuesthoff. “We’re less than 50 days from the show, and overall our registrations are pacing well ahead of previous shows, indicating a continued sense of optimism from contractors as they look for new products and innovations to help them succeed in the years ahead.”

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equipment set to be launched at this year’s show begins on pg. 33. For IFPE show coverage, flip the issue over and turn to pg. 16. IFPE, the International Fluid Power Exhibition for the fluid power, power transmission and motion control industries, will be located once again in South Hall 3.

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DEUTZ Exhibiting Solutions for Zero-Carbon Off-Highway Equipment

At CONEXPO 2020, DEUTZ will feature various drive systems aimed at reducing emissions from off-highway equipment.

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EUTZ will be presenting its sustainable off-highway drive systems and digital service solutions during CONEXPO. Under the banner REVOLUTIONIZING POWER, DEUTZ will showcase solutions for highly efficient,

conventional internal-combustion technologies and for a zero-carbon off-highway sector, including diesel, gas, hybrid, electric, and hydrogen-based technologies. Innovative e-services have been developed to ensure maximum dependability of drive systems. These include mobile engine diagnostics using telemetry and ground-breaking maintenance tools incorporating augmented reality.

DEUTZ customers can use the Advanced Configurator to select from the company’s modular range of innovative drive systems. Taking account of the customer’s performance specifications and relevant emissions requirements, DEUTZ configures the ideal combination of conventional and electric drive components. The results will be on show for CONEXPO visitors, for example in the form of an all-electric JLG G5-18A telehandler. This customer

application has a split drive with two 40 kW electric motors and battery capacity of 42 kWh. DEUTZ is thus demonstrating that electric-powered off-highway equipment offers added value both for customers and the environment.

“Our modular Advanced Configurator enables us to serve our customers with flexibility and offer them optimum drive systems that are compatible with different technologies,” explains Michael Wellenzohn, member of the DEUTZ Board of Management with responsibility for sales, service and marketing.

“From internal combustion engines running on various fuels to hybrids and electric drives, we see ourselves as a development partner and systems integrator.” Read more at www.oemoffhighway.com/21111055. |

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Epiroc Exhibiting Surface Drilling Automation Technology Epiroc will introduce several new products at CONEXPO 2020, including the automation-ready SmartROC D60 surface drill rig.

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Epiroc will exhibit a variety of innovative and productive offerings for the first time in North America at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2020. The company will showcase new and updated products — including the automation-ready SmartROC D60 surface drill rig — to help customers increase productivity, safety, efficiency and sustainability.

Automationready SmartROC D60 surface drill rig The new Epiroc SmartROC D60 down-the-hole (DTH) surface drill rig for quarrying, mining and construction has been updated with Epiroc’s

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features and flexibility are packed in a rig that is economical to run due to the intelligent control of the compressor and engine rpm. The SmartROC D60 also uses 79 gal. less hydraulic oil than previous versions and features fewer hoses and pumps. This helps to further reduce costs and makes servicing easier, while increasing sustainability and reducing the environmental impact of the rig.

PowerROC D60 Tier 4 Final surface drill rig The PowerROC D60 hydraulic downthe-hole (DTH) surface drill rig for mining and quarrying not only drills the largest holes in the PowerROC family, it is now equipped with an engine that meets Tier 4 Final emissions regulations to reduce its environmental footprint.

The straightforward, robust rig can drill large holes ranging from

4.31-7 in. In addition, the 5+1 Rod Handling System makes it possible to drill holes down to a depth of 98.5 ft.

Proven Epiroc technology also helps to ensure that holes are straight and high in quality. The rig features a pilot hydraulic system and straightforward electronics which make the PowerROC D60 both easy to operate and simple to service. The powerful rotation unit ensures that the rig can operate reliably in all types of rock conditions. In addition, a highly effective dust collection system ensures that the work environment is kept clean and safe, which protects both machine and personnel. Read more at www.oemoffhighway.com/21110726. |

Epiroc will be located in the Central Hall at booth C20405.

innovative automation-ready platform.

The robust and dependable SmartROC D60 offers the intelligence and power to consistently and efficiently drill high-quality blast holes with accuracy and precision. It is loaded with smart features such as automated drilling and rod handling that increase safety, efficiency and consistency for a lower total cost of ownership (TCO).

The automation-ready platform also includes the new Auto Feed Fold feature. With a single action, Auto Feed Fold enables the operator to fold the feed for tramming or position it for drilling. This also comes in handy when operating one or more drill rigs remotely with the BenchREMOTE option.

Available with a shorter boom specially designed for efficient and demanding quarry work, the D60 can drill holes of 4.6-7 in. in diameter and to a maximum depth of 182 ft. All these

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Liebherr Showcasing Over 30 Machines at CONEXPO 2020 Liebherr will feature several products new to the North American market, as well as technology from its component division.

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iebherr is showcasing an extensive selection of earthmoving and construction equipment at its outdoor booth. The company’s product range of components for mechanical, hydraulic and electric drive systems will also be on display in the south hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center at booth #S84321.

Altogether, Liebherr’s products will fill more than 53,000 ft.2 (4,900 m2), providing room for hydraulic excavators, wheel loaders, crawler loaders and tractors, deep foundation machines, material handlers, cranes, as well as a concrete pump.

New generation of Liebherr crawler excavators The Generation 8 crawler excavator series is made up of seven models ranging from 48,500 to 99,200 lbs. (22 to 45 t): R 922, R 924, R 926, R 930, R 934, R 938 and R 945. Two machines of the product range, R 926 and R 938, will be exhibited for the first time in America at the Liebherr booth.

The highlights of the new crawler excavator generation include higher engine power, a heavier counterweight for higher bucket capacities, and minimal fuel consumption. A new equipment concept with a modified piece at

the top of the boom is an innovative new feature. This leads to better performance and equipment forces with reduced operating weight of the machine. Another feature is the optimized load curve, which yields reduced fuel consumption. These machines have been specially designed to provide extra comfort and safety for the operator, as well as optimum ergonomics and performance on the job site.

New assistance systems for wheel loaders Liebherr will present four wheel loaders at the show. This includes an

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L 566 XPower with power-split travel drive.

Liebherr installs this drive as standard on its large XPower wheel loaders. It combines short loading cycles with optimal hydrostatic drive with the mechanical drive, the benefits of which come into effect over long distances and up hills. The L 566 XPower is also equipped with numerous new assistance systems, which Liebherr is showing for the first time in North America at the exhibition. These include active personnel detection, adaptive working lighting, an integrated tire pressure monitoring system and the weighing system with Truck Payload Assist. The L 566 XPower also has the new joystick steering for wheel loaders.

The largest Liebherr wheel loader, the 71,870 lbs. (32.6 t) L 586 XPower, will also be at the exhibition stand.

With a power split XPower drive, it delivers high performance and enormous fuel savings.

The Liebherr A 920 Litronic wheeled excavator

An upgraded bearings portfolio is being introduced this year, with the super-size seamless slewing bearings measuring up to 31,17 ft. which help to convey and rotate enormous loads.

The Liebherr A 920 Litronic wheeled excavator on exhibit at the show has an operating weight of 40,300-47,000 lbs.

(18.3–21.3 t). The strong undercarriage as well as the outriggers at the rear and front ensure maximum stability and safety every time the machine is used.

This enables the A 920 Litronic to carry out all work reliably and precisely, even under full load. Read more at www.oemoffhighway.com/21112941. |

Liebherr will be located in the Festival Grounds at booth F5258.

Bringing large-scale technology to life with tailor-made components Construction machines are exposed to high dynamic loads and use corresponding high pressures. Under these conditions, Liebherr’s robust hydraulic pumps and motors guarantee a long service life. Liebherr is presenting the hydraulic double motor DMVA D 165165, the hydraulic pump DPVG 140 as well as size 85 of the series 20 of the LH30VO medium pressure pump. The latter pump can be used to power, for example, the equipment, ventilation systems or steering of the machines.

Among the latest developments is also the in-line diesel engine D976, Liebherr’s biggest and most powerful inline engine with a displacement of 1,098 in.3 and a power range from 469-843 hp (350-620 kW) in its standard version.

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Terex Trucks Exhibiting TA300 and TA400 Dump Trucks at CONEXPO 2020

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erex Trucks will exhibit its TA300 and TA400 articulated haulers at CONEXPO-CON/ AGG 2020. The company’s goal is to demonstrate its dump trucks’ low total cost of ownership, as well as the Terex Trucks’ expansion plans, and current and future product investments. North America is a strong market for the company, which it will emphasize through its CONEXPO exhibit.

Dump truck expertise “North America has always been a strong market for us, so we’re looking forward to meeting current and future customers from the region, as well as further afield, at CONEXPO,” says Paul Douglas, Managing Director of Terex Trucks. “A significant proportion of the machines we make at our Motherwell facility in Scotland are distributed to customers across North America.

As a company, we want to grow our business in North America, reaching new customers and working with our expanding strong dealer network in the region – which currently stands at 40 dealers – to deliver an even better service. We are the experts in articulated haulers and we’re the right company to invest in due to the reliability, durability and low total cost of ownership of our haulers. There has never been a better time to invest in a Terex Trucks hauler.”

A closer look at the TA300 and TA400 is not all that the Terex Trucks booth is offering. There will be a giant Jenga and beat the buzzer game, with daily prizes for the fastest time on the buzzer. “CONEXPO is a showcase of virtually every machine in the industry – but for Terex Trucks, it’s all about the articulated hauler,” concludes Douglas.

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“The articulated hauler is the only product Terex Trucks develops – so we’re able to focus all our attention on this machine.”

Hauler highlights In North America, the TA300 and TA400 are sold with telematics and planned maintenance included as standard – and there are competitive finance packages available for lease and wholesale. One example of the recent improvements Terex Trucks has made is the product upgrade on the TA300.

Since the beginning of last year, the TA300 has been manufactured with a new transmission, leading to improvements in fuel efficiency, performance, productivity and operator comfort, when compared to the previous model working in the same application. The 28-tonne (30-ton) workhorse delivers a 5% improvement in fuel efficiency, a 5 km/h (3.1 mph) increase in speed to 55 km/h (34 mph) and an increase in the length of time between oil maintenance intervals from 1,000 to 4,000 hours. In addition, the machine now comes with eight forward gears as well as four reverse gears to help ensure smoother gear shifting and thereby higher levels of operator comfort. All of this means that customers can be more productive, achieving faster cycle times, lower cost per tonne and reduced carbon emissions.

The TA300 is also equipped with true independent front suspension as standard, further enhancing operator comfort and enabling excellent traction control and maximum productivity in the most challenging conditions.

The TA400, the largest articulated hauler on offer from Terex Trucks, has a maximum payload of 38 tonnes (41.9 tons) and a heaped capacity of 23.3 m3 (30.3 yd3). Powered by a high performance, fuel efficient engine that develops a gross power of 331 kW (444 hp), the TA400 is designed to meet the demands of the most extreme operations such as quarries, mines and

large-scale construction projects. The planetary gear transmission provides smooth, efficient gear shifting for optimized fuel consumption and reduced cost of operation. Read more at www. oemoffhighway.com/21112128. |

Terex Trucks will be located in the Festival Grounds at booth F3432.

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SV Holdings Inc. will display the company’s new mid-size RT-50 Posi-Track loader for the first time at The ARA Show and CONEXPO-CON/ AGG 2020. The new loader features an industry-leading performance-to-weight ratio and joins the RT-25 and RT40 — two of the industry’s smallest sit-in compact track loaders — as a powerful, lightweight machine. All three are ideal for rental houses, commercial businesses, weekend warriors or as an addition to landscape, construction or snow-clearing fleets.

With the addition of the RT50 to its lineup, ASV solidifies its place as a leading manufacturer of lightweight, sit-in compact track loaders. The RT-50, RT-40 and RT-25 let op-

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erators do more in more places thanks to the industry’s lowest ground pressures, the ability to be towed behind a 1/2-ton pick-up truck, and compact statures allowing the machines to fit into tight areas. ASV also offers the widest CTL capability range, from the most compact CTL on the market, to the largest, most powerful CTL. “ASV has been a leader in the small sit-in compact track loader market for two decades, and we continue to do so,” says Justin Rupar, ASV Holdings Inc. Vice President of Sales and Marketing. “Just like the rest of

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our line, these are serious, capable machines for serious work. They are lighter, faster and stronger, and their compact size allows operators to get into tight areas and do things they never thought possible with a compact track loader.”

Power The RT-50 provides operators more power in tight areas other machines have difficulty accessing, opening doors to new applications for contractors and offering an accessible rental option. The track loader features a 1,400-lb. rated operating capacity while weighing just 5,350 lbs. High performance in a lightweight machine means easy transportability and less risk of turf damage, translating to more money in a contractor’s pocket.

Operators get more done in a day thanks to exceptional digging and pushing power resulting from ASV’s Posi-Power system combined with a 50 hp engine, high efficiency drive system and a light overall weight.

The RT-50 handles demanding attachments with ease. This is thanks to a highly efficient cooling system and a robust hydraulic system that includes 3,000 psi of auxiliary pressure and a 13.3 gpm flow. The system features large line sizes, hydraulic coolers and direct-drive pumps, transferring more flow and pressure directly to the attachment with maximum efficiency.

dump trucks thanks to the loader’s 109.6-in. pin height. Getting around the job site quickly is easy due to the loader’s 7.1 mph top speed.

The lightweight RT-50 excels in soft ground conditions, allowing operators to get back to work sooner after wet weather, even on sensitive turf. The machine minimizes the risk of turf damage as a result of a class-leading low ground pressure of 3.1 psi. An optional smooth turf track further minimizes turf damage. ASV achieves this low ground pressure with 15-in.-wide tracks and an even weight distribution brought on by the large number of contact points within the patented Posi-Track undercarriage.

The innovative undercarriage also means ASV customers can use the machine as an all-terrain, all-season piece of equipment with maximum control, flotation, traction and pushing power.

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Comfort The patented Posi-Track undercarriage significantly improves operator comfort. Operators experience a smoother ride over tough terrain, meaning less fatigue during a long day in the cab.

This is made possible by a torsion axle suspension system. Operation is easy and intuitive as a result of standard joystick controls.

For additional comfort, ASV offers an optional suspended seat. An optional cold weather cab with heater or pressurized all-weather cab with heat and A/C allow for year-round comfort while working in extreme temperatures.

Read more at www.oemoffhighway. com/21113948. |

ASV will be located in the Festival Grounds at booth F100801.

Performance ASV builds the RT-50 with features to optimize productivity and quality of work. Operators can use the machine to load landscape trucks and small

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New CM Labs Training Simulators to be Debuted at CONEXPO 2020 CM Labs’ new simulator uses an Instructor Operating Station which allows changes to be made on the fly to training exercises.

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trainers to launch and monitor simulator training exercises, instructors can now make changes to exercises on the fly.

For example, they can add different objects to the worksite and change the position of vehicles, or simply tailor exercises to individual trainee abilities for even more efficient learning.

“In essence, instructors now have access to a virtually unlimited number of simulation exercises for any given piece of equipment,” says Drew Carruthers, CM Labs’ Director of Product Strategy.

What makes this possible is the simulation software “under the hood” of the IOS. This software, Vortex Studio, is designed to realistically simulate mechanical equipment and their operating environment, for similar and dissimilar substrates whether for training, or for engineering and prototyping applications.

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In addition, at CONEXPO 2020, CM Labs will be displaying its various training simulators, with CM Labs will be located in the its immersive Vortex Advantage Festival Grounds at booth F100911. and portable desktop Vortex

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Largest Volvo Excavator Now Available in North America The Volvo CE 9505 excavator is a 100-ton machine with a 20-25 second cycle time.

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he 100-ton (90-tonne) EC950F crawler excavator from Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) offers the perfect combination of power and stability to handle high capacity in the toughest applications.

Equipped with a 603 hp (450kW) Volvo D16 Tier 4 Final engine that delivers high torque at low rpm, this machine is designed for fast and efficient on-site production. Pairing the EC950F with the Volvo A60H articulated hauler is where customers can realize extreme productivity

potential. The EC950F fills the 60-ton, 33.6 m3 (43.9 yd.3) haul truck in just four bucket passes, with an average cycle time of 20-25 seconds.

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Volvo’s optimized hydraulics deliver constant high pressures across each phase of the digging and lifting cycle.

The hydraulic system increases pump power for fast and smooth operation, while the electro-hydraulic system controls on-demand flow and reduces internal losses in the hydraulic circuit.

The EC950F also comes with a boomswing priority valve which adjusts the priority of hydraulic Reversible Fans For Radiator Cleaning flow between boomup and swing so that truck loading cycle times can be set to truck loading working conditions.

Volvo’s unique Improved Air Increased Less ECO Mode helps the Conditioning Horsepower Downtime EC950F achieve outstanding fuel efficiency while the integrated work mode allows operators to choose the best work mode for the task at hand: select from I (Idle), F (Fine), G (General) and H (Heavy).

The attachment management system can store settings for up to 20 different attachments, enabling the operator to pre-set See us in the Bronze Hall hydraulic flow and BOOTH 1-855-REV-FANS (1-855-738-3267) pressure through the B92220 Phone 519-275-2808 | www.cleanfix.org in-cab monitor.

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Operator’s choice The sure-footed and solid machine features a wide track gauge, long track length and retractable undercarriage, with an optimized counterweight which can be removed for ease of transportation.

Smart features such as the optional Dig Assist – powered by Volvo Co-Pilot – assist the operator in digging more efficiently. The low-noise and spacious cab, featuring straight travel pedal, further boost comfort. For added visibility, the EC950F comes fitted with rearview camera and can be equipped with Volvo Smart View, which provides 360 degree vision.

Convenience and safety are enhanced thanks to a large entrance, including high visibility handrails and conveniently positioned steps, as well as anti-slip plates. The optional FOG (Falling Object Guard) and FOPS (Falling Object Protective Structure) provide further peace-of-mind when working in tough applications.

Maximum uptime Machine protection is provided by features that include a heavy-duty boom and arm, strong frame structure, heavy-duty underside plate and floating pins on the bucket connection, as well as optional full-length track guard.

Like all Volvo excavators, the EC950F is backed by the Volvo Lifetime Frame and Structure Warranty, which covers the frame, boom and arm for the entirety of the initial period of ownership.

For a prolonged bucket lifespan, Volvo offers a range of wear parts. To cut downtime to a minimum, the new Volvo Tooth System enables teeth changes in minutes: simply place, push and click. Essential maintenance

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The EC950F is eligible for ActiveCare Direct™, free for a year, on new

purchases. The Volvo remote telematics service provides 24/7/365 active machine monitoring and fleet utilization reporting directly from Volvo.

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• Utilizes technologies developed for larger equipment and applies it to smaller engine formats • Five-blade design delivers necessary airflow while taking up less physical space • Tailored to engine cooling needs of material handling applications like scissor lifts and forklifts • Can be used in a variety of smaller construction and agricultural tractors, as well • Features optimized fan blade design • Precise curvature of each blade reduces noise, makes it lightweight while ensuring proper torque • Additional noise and fuel savings are possible when paired with viscous fan drive • Fully variable drive design so fan spins only as fast as necessary, reducing fuel costs and endsuring peak efficiency performance • Molded fan measuring a diameter of less than 500 mm (19.7 in.)

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EARLY MOTOR GRADERS The first motor grader prototypes drew the blade behind the power unit and were capable of reaching speeds up to 3 mph.

by Thomas Berry, Archivist, Historical Construction Equipment Association

The Russell Motor Hi-Way Patrol, first developed in 1919, was the first known motor grader.

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iven the widespread use of pull graders in road maintenance and finish grading, and the need to reduce costs and increase efficiency, it was only logical that, as tractors of appropriate size and power became available, a way would be devised to combine a grader’s functions into a tractor to make the grader self propelled.

The earliest known example dates to 1919, when the Russell Grader Manufacturing Company combined parts of an Allis-Chalmers wheel tractor and a Russell Hi-Way Patrol pull grader with a 6-ft. (1.8 m) long, 13-1/2 in. (34.3 cm) high blade. Unlike later motor graders, the prototype motor grader drew the blade behind the power unit; the grader drawbars were connected to the kingbolt at the same point where the tractor was connected, making for what Russell sales literature termed “absolute direct draft” to the blade.

The power unit was rated at 6-12 (meaning 6 drawbar and 12 brake) horsepower at 1,000 rpm, and was

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good for speeds from 1-1/2 to 3 mph (2.4-4.8 kph). Even at these low speeds, Russell literature stated that it “will do the work of three teams.”

Overall length was 15 ft. 4 in. (4.6 m 10.2 cm), and it had a turning radius of 36 ft. (11 m). For comparison’s sake, a late 8T or 80C series Cat No. 12 was 25 ft. 8-3/4 in. (7.6 m 22.2 cm) long, and had a turning radius of 35 ft. 9 in. (10.7 m 22.9 cm).

Hand wheels and worm gears raised and lowered the blade in the best combination of speed and precision.

The 48 x 8 in. (121.9 x 20.3 cm) smooth steel wheels on the tractor could be equipped with various lugs for use on

hard-surfaced roads, gravel or sandy soil, and the grader rode on 32 x 3 in.

(81.3 x 7.6 cm) wheels.

This revolutionary machine became the Motor Hi-Way Patrol when it entered production in 1920. Production was halted in 1926 at 172 units when Allis-Chalmers was forced to discontinue the tractor due to a patent dispute. The Motor Hi-Way Patrol was the forerunner of numerous variations on the tractor-combined-with-a grader theme that were built into the 1930s.

As for Russell, the firm was acquired by Caterpillar in August 1928, and Cat’s highly successful line of motor graders are its direct descendants.|

The Historical Construction Equipment Association (HCEA) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to preserving the history of the construction, dredging and surface mining equipment industries. With over 3,800 members in 25 countries, activities include publication of a quarterly educational magazine, Equipment Echoes, from which this article is adapted; operation of National Construction Equipment Museum and archives in Bowling Green, OH; and hosting an annual working exhibition of restored construction equipment. The 2020 show will be August 28-30 in Concordia, KS (learn more, 10598970).

Individual memberships within the USA and Canada are $35 for one year, $65.95 for two years and $99.95 for three years, and $45.00 U.S. elsewhere. HCEA seeks to develop relationships in the equipment manufacturing industry, and we offer a college scholarship for engineering and construction management students. Information is available at www.hcea.net, by calling 419-352-5616 or e-mailing info@hcea.net.

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Don’t miss out on exclusive interviews with leading engine manufacturers as they outline the new direction of the engine and powertrain industry now that emissions regulations have been met (for now).

Keep your eyes peeled for your FREE copy of The PowerBook Special Digital Issue coming in May 2020!

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Thousands of engineers in fluid power, power transmission and motion control will come together at IFPE 2020 to exchange knowledge, solve technical problems and discover new solutions.

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With a lightweight and compact variable fan drive from Horton, your customers can spend more time working and less time refueling. That’s because the drive operates at variable speeds based on ambient conditions, decreasing parasitic loss to preserve horsepower and provide effective cooling. This can decrease fuel consumption, reduce noise on the job site—even provide cold weather performance advantages. Paired with Horton’s vast portfolio of low-noise fans, a variable-speed drive provides your customers the most efficient, customized solution for virtually any off-highway engine. Visit Hortonoffroad.com to learn more.

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Online Exclusives www.oemoffhighway.com Market Forecast: Fluid Power

The NFPA’s most recent analysis for the fluid power industry’s shipments and orders for hydraulic and pneumatic components.

Search: 20846516

Danfoss Readies Digital Displacement for the Market

The company aims to develop a portfolio of pumps based on market requirements.

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[Video] Technology News Tracker: Smart Sensors in Fluid Power Applications

Use of smart sensors in fluid power applications is on the rise as manufacturers look to enhance their product offering, as well as enable functionalities related to the internet of things (IoT) and Industry 4.0.

ON THE COVER IFPE 2020

16 Product Launches

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College Style Courses for Engineering Professionals at IFPE 2020 Search: 21110774

IFPE 2020 will see the introduction of several new products and technologies geared towards fluid power, power transmission and motion control. oemoffhighway.com/ipfe-conexpo

FEATURES Fluid Power: Cylinder Sensors

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Development of a cylinder linear sensor which can be divided and installed in pieces reduces shipping and installation costs for OEM customers.

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Electrical & Electronics: Actuators

10 Electromechanical Linear Actuators Prove that High Power Can Come in Small Packages Packing higher motion control capability into a more compact envelope has given rise to a new generation of high power density actuators.

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MODULAR LINEAR SENSOR DESIGN

Reduces Installation and Logistics Costs Development of a cylinder linear sensor which can be divided and installed in pieces reduces shipping and installation costs for OEM customers.

by Sara Jensen

“We found that with Hall Effect technology, we could come up with magnet designs that could work with the linear sensor on the outside of the cylinder tube…”

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Sensors for hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders have migrated to the outside of the cylinder tube due to an increasing need for longer stroke lengths.

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ensors for hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders have migrated from inside the cylinder to the outside of the cylinder tube over the last several years. This is due to an increasing need for measuring position and providing feedback of longer stroke lengths. Sensors on the outside of the cylinder tube also provide cost-effective warranty and non-warranty support, as the sensor itself can be replaced without having to touch the cylinder.

As OEMs have automated more of their machine functions, longer cylinder stroke position measurement has become a requirement to enhance machine safety and efficiency, says Michael Moore, Technical Sales Engineer at Rota Engineering Ltd. According to Moore, internal cylinder sensors only covered a certain range of potential applications.

“There were certain downsides to an internal sensor, particularly on long stroke cylinders,” he says. “The longer the stroke, the more difficult it is to

integrate an internal sensor.”

In addition, it is more costly to purchase and integrate sensors into longer stroke cylinders.

The need to help bring down this cost drove Rota to develop sensors which could be used outside the cylinder. “We found that with Hall Effect technology, we could come up with magnet designs that could work with the linear sensor on the outside of the cylinder tube as opposed to the inside of the cylinder,” says Moore.

He notes that boom measurement applications provide some of the longest stroke lengths to measure. Rota’s Hall effect technology has measurement capabilities up to 40 m (131.2 ft.), enabling it to be used in boom measurement and a variety of other applications requiring long measured lengths.

This experience with sensors capable of measuring long cylinder stroke lengths was beneficial to the development of Rota’s newest sensor, the Modular Linear (ML) series sensor. Moore says the challenge wasn’t whether it could measure a long stroke length but instead how to

implement a solution with a minimal shipment, handling and installation cost when measuring at those lengths.

“The Modular Linear series sensor was created to address that need, while providing a more reliable and robust solution compared to competing technologies,” he says.

Longer cylinders require longer, more modular sensors Moore says the ML sensor grew as an extension of Rota’s standard EL series (external linear) sensor. This external linear sensor can be located outside on the cylinder tube with its corresponding magnet located inside the cylinder.

Most hydraulic cylinders with internal sensors typically range in size from 6 in. (15.2 cm) up to about 6 ft.

(1.8 m), he says. But because there are also a number of cylinder applications on machines that are longer, Rota developed the standard external linear sensor to measure the longer cylinders while saving on integration costs.

“But at some point, depending on how long your application was,

The ML sensor is an extension of Rota’s standard EL series, an external linear sensor which can be located outside on the cylinder tube.

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how could you handle the logistics behind the sensor? How do you package it? How do you ship it? How do you unpack it? How do you install it? All while keeping from damaging it? All of those issues came to the forefront with an extremely long, single-piece sensor,” says Moore.

The cylinder sensors have a small diameter of about a half an inch or smaller and are made of aluminum. If they’re long and thin—as they would need to be for long stroke cylinders— the sensors can flex, bend or kink if not handled carefully.

Find them at IFPE 2020 Rota Engineering Ltd. - Booth #S82307 “If you had up to a 6 or 7 ft. (1.8 or 2.1 m) long single-piece sensor it was no problem,” says Moore. “But once you start pushing the length of the sensor [over] 10 ft. (3.0 m), it becomes a problem.”

A long, single-piece sensor is not only difficult to handle but also expensive to package, transport and ship.

To overcome these challenges, Rota examined the possibility of breaking the sensor up into sections. This would make it easier to package and transport, as well as unpack and install by building out each section until the required length is achieved.

Rota was in fact able to achieve this, bringing about the ML series sensor. The Hall Effect technology enables the sensor to be self-contained in a small diameter tube surface mounted to, for example, a boom section. As a fully solid-state sensor, it has no moving parts and does not need to contact its corresponding magnet on the opposing boom.

The ML series provides OEM customers with a modular design which can be assembled on site in sections, saving on shipping and installation costs.

Moore says the modular linear design provides a manageable way to contain the costs of all the logistical

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factors that need to be taken into consideration for sensors being used in hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders with long stroke lengths.

Hall Effect technology increases capabilities The ML series sensor was developed for any customer requiring the use of long cylinder strokes or mounting on boom sections—such as in mobile cranes, telehandlers and aerial work platforms.

Moore says it could be used by any OEM needing to measure between two moving parts. The key factor is the sensor gets mounted to one structure and the magnet is mounted to another structure. “The Hall Effect technology we have allows you to place a magnet in proximity to the sensor. It does not have to fully surround the sensor like other technologies require,” he says. “The movement of the two structures has to be such that the magnet will stay in proximity of the sensor all throughout stroke travel in order to have a constant signal.

“As long as that proximity can be maintained, you have a way to get measurement information using the Rota Hall Effect sensor.”

Rota defines proximity in two ways: • offset—the actual distance between the magnet and the sensor • tolerance of the offset—the amount of play within that offset i.e. how close or far away can you go

without affecting sensor performance.

And because there are no moving parts involved— both the sensor and magnet are fixed entities—reliability issues that may have been a concern with other sensor solutions are eliminated (learn more, 21113360).

The company has a range of magnets that allow for different offsets and tolerances, says Moore.

And the range continues to expand as customers’ needs change. Typical offset dimensions can range from 0.5 up to 2 in. (1.3-5.1 cm).

Magnets get larger and more powerful the farther away from the sensor they are, which can increase costs. “We find the initial sweet spot of using it has been with boom systems because boom sections are generally within an offset range and tolerance that our standard magnet range will work with just fine,” he says.

While booms are a common application for the sensor, there are others in which it can be used.

Hall Effect technology allows magnet designs which can work with the sensor on the outside of the cylinder tube as opposed to the inside of the cylinder.

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Breaking up the ML series sensor into sections eases packaging and transport, as well as installation.

There is a similarly designed sensor integrated into a vertical blast drill.

The sensor is mounted at the top and bottom of the mast, and the rotary head which travels up and down the mast as it’s rotating the drill pipe contains the magnet. The magnet comes within proximity of the sensors at the top and bottom of the mast. Use of the sensor in this manner helps ensure proper threading of the pipe being drilled.

Moore notes one of the good things about Hall Effect sensor technology is the fact it can be pushed up to 40 m in length as a single operating sensor.

This enables it to be used in a variety of applications.

While developing the ML sensor, Moore says understanding the various measurement lengths necessary for heavy-duty equipment was a necessity. Most important though was working with OEMs to learn what offset and tolerances of offset existed on machines in the market so manufacturers would not have to redesign their equipment to use the sensor.

The company needed to understand what spacing existed between boom sections that would allow the technology to fit and operate between the steel sections of the booms.

The Rota ML Series sensor allows for redundancy by placing two ML sensors side-by-side on the cylinder or boom section. With proper understanding of spacing between the boom sections, a single magnet can

operate two ML sensors, providing redundancy of signal. For hydraulic cylinders, the magnet design allows a range of operability allowing two ML or EL sensors to mount side-by-side achieving redundancy of signal. |

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Electromechanical Linear Actuators Prove that High Power Can Come in Small Packages Packing higher motion control capability into a more compact envelope has given rise to a new generation of high power density actuators.

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lectromechanical linear actuators are increasingly delivering more power and intelligence in smaller form factors. Packing higher motion control capability into a more compact envelope has given rise to a new generation of high power density actuators. Machine designers for mobile off-highway, material handling, factory automation and other power-hungry applications can now get electrical actuators providing up to 2 kilonewtons (kN)/450 pounds of force (lbf ) with advanced onboard electronicsď&#x161;źall in a component requiring less space and more cost-efficiency than hydraulic or heavier duty electromechanical actuators that might previously have been deployed for such applications.

Convergence of the following industry trends is spurring demand for linear actuators with higher power density: â&#x20AC;˘ Industrial Automation designers are

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Despite a smaller chassis than its heavier-duty family members, Thomson Electrak MD actuators can handle up to 2 kN/450 lbf loads, while featuring on-board electronics and high environmental resistance.

condensed package providing them greater flexibility and economy.

First steps toward more space-efficient motion control

looking to actuate heavier loads in more constrained spaces without the environmental and maintenance requirements of hydraulic actuators; â&#x20AC;˘ Systems Engineers seek more precise operating and diagnostic information to optimize performance and address more complex motion control challenges; â&#x20AC;˘ OEMs are working to design more complex machinery in a more

Designers of applications requiring upwards of 2 kN/450 lbf in a compact envelope have traditionally used hydraulics, pneumatics, or even a servo-driven electromechanical solution. These systems, however, also required integration of many external components, such as motors, pumps, reservoirs and hoses.

The fact that these systems are also costly to maintain due to fluid leakage helped drive demand for alternatives.

Over the past 20 years, industrial electromechanical actuators have expanded force offerings upwards of 16 kN/3,597 lbf in an effort to allow for increased hydraulic conversion.

Complementing this power is the inte-

gration of onboard electronics, which, in addition to helping provide the motion control necessary to ramp performance to higher levels, also makes space-consuming external equipment such as encoders, relays and switches software-definable so they can be handled within the actuator housing.

This eliminates the need for the space required by such devices and their requisite wiring, which gives the machine designer much more flexibility.

Shrinking the footprint While the market welcomed more powerful actuators with the capability of converting traditionally hydraulic axes over to electromechanical, many mobile off-highway, material handling and factory automation providers also required a more compact design to meet the needs of their customer base.

In general, machines are getting more complex while, at the same time, getting more compact. In order to meet the trends of their industry, machine

g Mirror adjustments on off-highway vehicles can benefit from more power in a compact space.

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builders are now designing more complex equipment while finding creative ways to make them more compact.

Motion control technology providers responded with advances in gearing, motor sizing, onboard electronics and other innovations that have led to a new breed of electromechanical actuators that have shrunk in overall size compared to their traditional predecessors, while increasing power density.

And with the higher power, these more compact electromechanical actuators retain all of the intelligence built into their larger counterpartsď&#x161;źa key differentiator when compared to fluid-based actuators. The electronic control benefits include extensive automation and maintenance enablers such as feedback on position, J1939 CANbus and LINbus communications, low-current switching, end of stroke indication output, multi-actuator

synchronization, and option to use with PLCs. Thomson Industries, for example, has designed an electromechanical actuator for loads up to 2 kN/450 lbf that has all of the same electronics capabilities as a model that can handle 16 kN/3,597 lbf but delivers it in a smaller housing.

Selecting higher power density actuators Where actuator selection has traditionally begun with a determination of required load, stroke length and speed, many motion control system designers are finding space constraints to be one of these baseline selection factors. In some cases, the required loads may rise or hold steady at higher levels because the geometries of the machines donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t change that much, forcing designers to trade off between size

and required force. Complicating the challenge is the fact that meeting the size constraints may actually require more force.

Mobile off-highway vehicles are a good example of an application category benefiting from a smaller actuator footprint. Smaller vehicles tend to be easier to handle, more energy efficient and can often be more cost efficient, especially if designers do not have to deliver more load capability than is actually required for the task at hand.

A harvesting combine, for example, might have some components that require up to 16 kN/3,597 lbf but other moving equipment that does not.

Systems such as the sieve, which helps separate the consumable grain from the chaff, or the wind diverter, which directs chaff to the left or right of the combine depending on wind direction, may still require heavier load manage-

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Diverters and gates in seeders can be synchronized with smarter, higher-force actuators, which are minimal cost and weight additions.

ment, but much less than 3,597 lbf.

Such equipment is often located in space-constrained parts of the vehicle, and anything that can be done to optimize this space would be welcome.

Locking mechanisms in material handling systems and ergonomic adjustments on a conveyor are other applications that can benefit from higher power density actuators. Many such applications could use something that can handle up to 2 kN/450 lbf loads but would seldom, if ever, need to approach 16 kN/3,597 lbf capacity.

Another automation example might be an actuator used to raise or lower a heavy conveyor to handle cartons of various sizes. Such

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operations may only be required a few times a day and automating them with a heavy-duty system would likely not be cost effective. A higher power density system, however, would offer a more effective actuator in a smaller footprint, which could bring the benefits of automation to previously manual, potentially dangerous, and — as compared to fluid-powered actuators — grimier operating environment.

Going forward Generally speaking, the new generation of small form factor, high power density actuators is ideal for applications requiring up to 2 kN/450 lbf of capacity and onboard intelligence.

Anything larger than that would likely require a larger electromechanical actuator, synchronization of multiple smart actuators, or — if clean operation and precision are not essential — a fluid-powered solution. If onboard intelligence is not critical, and the required load is less than 0.5 kN/112 lbf a more basic electromechanical actuator might fit within available space constraints.

Even if space is not a primary consideration, making a component smaller without trading off power or intelligence could add value to the end product in terms of flexibility, cost, energy consumption and maintenance. Without a smaller density smart actuator, options are to implement a bigger actuator or limit functionality.

With the more compact actuator, there will be fewer design tradeoffs. Designers will have the power they need, along with better access to operating data and the ability to synchronize with other actuators.

As the Industrial Internet of Things and Industry 4.0 initiatives drive the development of more connected and intelligent applications, the demand for more compact actuators is likely to grow. And with that comes an increased ability to integrate previously isolated mechanisms and to scale motion control systems for maximum flexibility and cost advantage. |

About the author Chad Carlberg, Product Line Manager - Linear Actuators - Americas with Thomson Industries, is responsible for all aspects of the short- and long-term strategies of the linear actuator business, including product road maps and product development.

Carlberg earned his Bachelor of Science in Marketing at Butler University and has been with Thomson for 15 years.

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way equipment applications. Higher efficiency goals in construction, forestry and mining applications mean more data can be collected and managed from multiple machines. The Automation PC mobile 3100 is the newest addition to the B&R family of products, which is designed for just those demands.

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ARM processor and multifunction I/O channels. The X90 family is designed for use in harsh industrial environments. It can handle operating temperatures from -40-85 C (-40-185 F) and is resistant to environmental factors such as shock and vibration, salt, UV light and oil.

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