There is growing interest in hybrid-electric vehicles and OEMs are developing hybrid electric vehicles on a number of different platforms including cars, trucks, boats and construction equipment. When it comes to choosing a motor for the powertrain, the choice is often between either an induction motor or a permanent magnet AC motor. This webinar looks…
Parker creates electronic controls for better hydraulic pump performance
Parker Hannifin Corporation developed a new range of electronic controls that allow end-users to enhance hydraulic efficiency and performance in a broad range of industrial and mobile open circuit applications. The company’s P1/PD series pumps now come with these new electronic controls. They are available with or without a programmed electronic unit (ECU). Basically, the […]
Parker’s Hybrid EHP System Enables Engine Size Reduction, Lower Emissions and Fuel Savings
The Hybrid Electric Business Unit of Parker Hannifin Corporation launched its new EHP (electro-hydraulic pump) System at the opening of MINExpo International in Las Vegas. The EHP System, which combines a high-efficiency permanent magnet AC (PMAC) motor/generator and high-performance mobile inverter with a Parker hydraulic motor, offers significant design and performance benefits for mining machinery […]
Parker’s P1V-S Series stainless steel air motors for lubrication-free applications
Parker Hannifin Corporation’s P1V-S Series features external components all made of stainless steel. The P1V-S Series is a range of air motors of varied sizes, with powers ranging from 20 watts to 1,200 watts and 5 rpm to 24,000-rpm speed. The air motor is surrounded by polished stainless steel housing, sealed with a flour rubber […]
Piezoelectric Actuator from Parker Hannifin
Richland, MI – Parker Hannifin Corporation unveiled its latest Advanced Technology Actuator device which utilizes the VIVA Piezoelectric technology. Parker’s patented ViVa technology is based on a novel compliant device that offers greater displacement with enhanced force output, ideal for use in serial bus and battery powered applications. Additionally, the actuator’s performance attributes enable the…