Solutions for mobile machinery
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Solutions for mobile machinery

Ewellix is a global innovator and manufacturer of linear motion and actuation solutions used in assembly automation, medical applications and mobile machinery. Formerly part of SKF Group, the Ewellix Group consists of 16 sales units and eight factories. External net sales are approximately 2.3 SEK billion and we employ around 1 200 people. Ewellix is headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden and is owned by Triton. Technology leadership Global presence and local support Our journey began over 50 years ago as part of the SKF Group, a leading global technology provider, with the world’s first...

More benefits with fluid power replacement Ewellix has a clear strategy to support our customers in developing better mobile machines for tomorrow. Electrification is a macro-trend across all mobile machines. Electromechanical actuators have already replaced hydraulic cylinders in many auxiliary adjustment or steering functions. This brochure will guide you through the benefits of using oil-free technologies in linear motion for a wide variety of applications, including aerial work platforms, agriculture machinery, construction equipment, material handling truck, and many more. You will...

Electromechanical advantages compared to hydraulics How environmental constraints of mobile machinery are driving electrification trends ‘end to end’ without compromising performance. The automotive market has seen a fast ramping-up in electrification through a combination of disruptive new technologies (Battery Electric Vehicle) and mixed models (Hybrid EV). The same trend is also driving a transformation in trucks and buses, construction equipment, material handling and other vehicle types. Diagram. 1 Increase of the electric power available on the mobile equipment Electric power [kW] 1...

Simpler system Pneumatic systems require many components, including hoses, pumps, valves, regulators, lubricators and air filters. Hydraulic systems, as well, require a complex setup, along with noise-reduction equipment. Commissioning time is also longer since technicians need to fine-tune several parts. Simpler system Electromechanical systems only require a motor, electric cables and a driver connected by a CAN Bus to the electronic control unit (ECU) of the vehicle. This system allows for a much smaller system footprint and simple mechanical layout, reducing the equipment’s installation...

Energy savings Air preparation and compressibility make pneumatics less efficient than other linear motion technologies. Depending on the load, hydraulics can operate efficiently; however, they encounter several internal and external losses in the conversion between pressure generation and linear movement. Electromechanical actuators require only 2-3 steps in converting input energy into output power, providing greater energy efficiency (Fig. 2). Benefits • Power consumption only when operated • Higher system efficiency • Easier predictive maintenance and On-board diagnostic • Easier energy...

Linear motion solutions designed for Battery Electric Vehicles On- and Off-highway vehicles must meet both regulatory requirements and user expectations. Some of the regulations the market faces include legislation on CO2 and greenhouse gas emissions, environmental zones, EU emissions regulations for combustion engines and enclosed workspaces, work environment regulations and urban noise limits. Electrical solutions for hybrid or all-electric systems are increasingly entering the market both in city and indoor applications. Ewellix provides manufacturers with a wide range of...

Sweeper Functions • Height adjustment • Energy efficient • Smooth movement • Lower TCO Dumper Functions • Energy efficient • Smooth movement • Lower TCO Buses Functions • Door opener • Powered function pneumatic free • Compatible with pneumatic control • Smooth operation Linear actuator High performance actuator Ball screw

Aerial work platform Aerial work platforms and access equipment are used in different locations, but they are becoming increasingly regulated by law on construction sites in our cities and buildings. Legislation on CO2 and greenhouse gas emissions, low emission zones, EU emissions regulations, emission limits for enclosed spaces, environmental rules and urban noise limits are key aspects that manufacturers need to consider. The trend is towards hybrid or all-electric solutions. Ewellix electromechanical actuators are strategic components in electrical solutions. Challenges • Oil-free...

Material handling Challenges • Oil-free operation with the same performance and power rating • High responsiveness, speed and positioning • Key safety features Material handling equipment requires smooth and fast motion to move material around an operation efficiently. Most forklift trucks and Autonomous Guided Vehicles (AGV) or Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMR) operate with electric drives. Energy efficiency is a crucial feature in material handling to increase runtime and productivity, whilst systems are still prevalent in high power lifting functions but have poor energy efficiency. Ewellix...

Agricultural machinery Farmers today face the challenge of reducing costs while increasing crop yields. Agricultural machinery manufacturers have developed a wide range of equipment with the latest technologies that can adapt better to the conditions in which it will be used, thereby improving performance. They need a wide range of products with greater load-bearing capacity and speed, as well as individual solutions from reliable suppliers with a global presence and support. Current industry regulations are already having a significant impact on the engine used, which has consequences for...

Construction equipment Challenges • Greater productivity • Improved operator safety and ergonomics • High cost-efficiency Construction machinery manufacturers today face the challenges of reducing costs on the one hand and increasing productivity on the other. Products with higher work capacity and performance are needed to achieve these goals and pose higher demands to the components installed. Ewellix offers a wide range of electromechanical actuators for demanding environments to provide more comfort and productivity for construction equipment. • Reliable and maintenance-free • Improved...