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Integration of AI into design tools can help improve the overall development process
Computer Aided Design

AI-Powered Design Tools Can Enhance Fluid Power Product Development

Inclusion of artificial intelligence in design tools has the ability to improve the product development process for hydraulics and pneumatics.
Komatsu
Komatsu's concept lunar construction machine was among the technology advancements on display at CES 2025
Technologies

CES 2025 Spotlights Heavy Machinery Industry's Advancements in Electrification and Automation

Mobile equipment OEMs and component suppliers showcased their latest developments in electrification, automation and more at CES 2025.
Universal Robots
Collaborate North America will provide hands-on demonstrations of cobot technologies
Automation

Universal Robots Launches Cobot Event

Universal Robots' event, Collaborate North America 2025, will highlight the latest technology advancements and trends for collaborative robots.
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AI and Machine Learning play an important part in the motion control of robots
Artificial Intelligence

Next-Generation Robots will Rely on Integrating AI and Motion Control

The integration of artificial intelligence with motion control systems will enable further advancements in robotics, benefiting their continued uptake.
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Edge computing offers many opportunities to improve privacy and component designs
Emerging Technologies

How Edge Computing can Give OEMs a Competitive Advantage

Edge computing is enabling OEMs to offer smarter component designs and predictive maintenance capabilities while addressing data privacy and latency concerns.
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Macroeconomic trends are signaling more positive conditions for the global economy
Technologies

Macroeconomic Trends to Watch in 2025

Current macroeconomic trends are signaling an improved global economy in 2025, but careful planning and monitoring of these trends will be necessary to capitalize on growth opportunitie...
Briggs & Stratton
The Vanguard brand batteries, electric motors and other electrification components
Hydraulics

Briggs & Stratton Adds New Fluid Power Partners to Electrification Network

Two new companies have joined the Vanguard Battery Technology Partner program, bringing their fluid power expertise to the creation of optimized electric powered machines.
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Company acquisitions help expansion into new markets and industries
Hydraulics

Acquisitions Expand Market Opportunities for Fluid Power Component Providers

Brennan Industries, Motion and others are acquiring companies to enhance their fluid power product portfolios and market reach.
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Engineers are generally satisfied with their careers due to the ability to be creative and solve challenges for varied applications
Hydraulics

Engineering Roles in Fluid Power Desirable but Difficult to Fill

Results from Power & Motion’s 2024 Salary & Career Survey demonstrate satisfaction with fluid power engineering roles but continued difficulty in filling them.