A better future is a key focus for all manufacturers in the aviation industry, and every manufacturer is working toward that solution in their own way. Austin Major, Group Vice President of Business Development and Global Support at Parker Aerospace, highlights what this approach means in a conversation. Q: Recently, Parker joined the consortium to…
Why off-highway is the sweet spot for AC electrification technology
Electrification is the hottest segment of engineering in the transportation sector right now. And it’s impossible to talk about the automotive industry without discussing electric cars. But there are many in industry who feel that commercial and off the highway applications are the real sweet spot for electrification. This segment is a place where real…
Advanced Sealing Technologies for Reliable Electric Kick Scooter Performance
By Samantha J. Sexton, Marketing Communications Manager, Parker Engineered Materials Group As urban transportation faces the challenges of sustainability and efficiency, innovative sealing solutions are becoming essential in enhancing the performance and environmental responsibility of urban mobility vehicles, including electric kick scooters. According to IMARC Group, the kick scooter market is expected to reach $8.1 billion…
Improved Safety and Reliability in Micromobility Devices
By Ben Nudelman, Global Market Manager, Parker Chomerics Micromobility devices, such as electric scooters, e-bikes, hoverboards and electric skateboards, have revolutionized urban transportation, providing users with convenient and affordable options for short-distance travel. However, despite their many advantages, the batteries and electronics generally utilized in these devices introduce some potential safety and reliability concerns. Proactively…
How Lightweighting Solutions Can Enable Novel Electric Heavy-Duty Truck Designs
By Eric Dean, Parker Sealing & Shielding Team In part one of this series, we discussed how lightweighting can boost the performance of both internal combustion engine (ICE) and electric heavy-duty trucks as well as the benefits of transitioning to electric designs. We also touched on how lightweighting an ICE heavy-duty truck aids with the…
Advancing Battery Line Coating for Electric Vehicles
By Jean-Philippe Olry, Industrial Market Manager, Parker Hannifin’s Electric Motion and Pneumantic Division Europe As the global market shifts towards sustainability, the demand for electric vehicles (EVs) has surged significantly. Central to the success of this industry is the production of high-performance, reliable batteries. Within battery manufacturing, the coating process stands out as a critical…