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CNG fuel system

2016-05-13

Agility Fuel Systems’ 2016 160 DGE behind-the-cab compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel system is said to deliver the most efficient package of any CNG heavy-duty vehicle system on the road today.

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Modular area view kit

2016-05-13

A modular area view kit (AVK) from First Sensor aids in the setup of 360° all-around view systems for applications in special vehicles and machines.

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Touchless variable gap sensor

2016-05-13

The two-piece magnetic Hall-effect variable gap sensor from PIHER Sensors and Controls S.A. maintains stable electrical output and specified linearity on mobile shafts, despite radial and axial movement.

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Cables for extreme environments

2016-05-13

Cables from the Lapp Group operate in extreme environments such as high and low temperatures, exposure to aggressive substances and in areas with space and weight issues.

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Vehicle control modules

2016-05-13

VCMS II, the next generation of vehicle control and power modules from InPower, are fully programmable to provide maximum control, flexibility and value, whether part of a networked system or as stand-alone units.

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Narrow-depth axial fan

2016-05-13

Multi-Wing’s PMAX3 narrow-depth axial fan is engineered for applications with restricted space that require high static pressure.

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Automatic tensioners

2016-05-13

Dayco’s automatic tensioners are developed specifically for the extreme demands of the heavy-duty industrial market.

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Lightweight thermal camera core

2016-05-13

Boson from FLIR Systems is a small, lightweight, high-performance uncooled thermal camera for OEMs.

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Off-highway borrows from aerospace for thermal insulation

2016-05-12

Aerospace technologies provide solutions that help off-highway manufacturers to meet increasing heat-management requirements that stem from stricter emissions standards, explains Bruce Kaplan of Thermal Structures.

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Autonomous operations for heavy-duty trucks are coming down the road

2016-05-12

Although some commercial vehicle fleets and owners remain skeptical about autonomous driving and the implications for their big rigs traveling down the highway, much of the technology is already available to make it a real possibility, states WABCO's Jon Morrison.

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Dynamic testing and design technology for off-highway exhaust systems

2016-05-12

In the exhaust systems arena, design innovations occurring within the last decade along with new analytical tools will help shape the way engineers design systems in the future, according to Tru-Flex's Scott Swank.

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Federal lab cost-effectively eliminates diesel idling to condition Class 8 sleeper cabs

2016-05-12

National Renewal Energy Laboratory tests use of insulation and other techniques to reduce A/C cooling and heating loads by more than 30%. Savings for cooling alone estimated at 774 gal/yr of diesel fuel compared with overnight idling.

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How OEMs can keep up with new product innovations

2016-05-12

OEMs can satisfy both increasing emissions requirements and keeping up with new product innovations by focusing their attention on the areas of the equipment that impact the operator experience on a larger scale, says Southco's Bob Straka.

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Can hybrid-electric drivelines be a solution for off-highway vehicles?

2016-05-11

The answer is 'yes,' hybrid technology offers a genuine alternative to conventional drivelines in construction, agricultural and mining machinery, according to Oerlikon's Gunnar Stein.

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Shedding light on lightweight castings

2016-05-11

Driven by rising demand for lighter weight components in automotive, heavy-duty trucks and off-highway vehicles, a new wave of technology and operational initiatives is taking center stage in the iron castings industry, explains Grede's Jay Solomond.

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Greener, meaner, leaner drive systems for off-highway

2016-05-10

Bernd Krüper, head of the Construction & Agriculture business, and Frank Dräse, program manager for EU Stage V at MTU, talk about the world’s strictest off-highway emissions directive and the solutions being developed by MTU for the power range from 100 to 480 kW (134 to 643 hp).

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Solving cold-weather starting problems in emissions-controlled diesel engines

2016-05-09

New autonomous dc-powered heating systems help cold-weather starting and operation of off-highway equipment by thawing or preventing freeze-ups of diesel engine components without draining battery power, engenity's Rick Garber explains.

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Connected-vehicle technologies transform drivetrains into rich sources of intelligence

2016-05-05

While connected technologies for passenger vehicles are moving toward more widespread, everyday use, the benefits of improved performance, safety, durability, and fuel economy offered by connected vehicles are rapidly gaining a foothold in the off-highway market as well, says Dana's George Constand.

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Moving hydraulics forward with smarter machinery

2016-05-05

Rather than localized smart components, truly intelligent equipment features an integrated system that can communicate from component to component, as well as externally, according to Eaton Hydraulics' Astrid Mozes.

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Raising the bar on engine performance at emissions changes

2016-05-05

While the European Union’s upcoming Stage V standards will not be applicable in North America, product improvements made to meet the regulations are expected to be made available for the North American market, explains Cummins' Vice President Engineering – Engine Business, Jim Fier.