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    Moog Construction
    Moog Construction electrification technology and software can aid implementation of automated functions
    Nate Keller of Moog Construction discusses how the company’s electrification solutions also enable OEMs to easily add automated features to their mobile equipment.
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    Maintaining safety is important when developing electrification systems
    Experts from the fluid power and electrification space provide their insights on safety concerns and best practices to follow when developing electric-powered machines.
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    Second-life batteries can be used for a number of applications such as energy storage systems
    Repurposing lithium-ion batteries provides opportunities to reduce costs and waste, but there are still hurdles this market needs to overcome.
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    Electric construction machines with charging station
    A panel of industry experts discuss safety best practices to follow for those developing electrification systems.
    Bobcat Company
    Joel Honeyman, VP of Global Innovation at Bobcat
    Joel Honeyman of Bobcat says the industry trends of connectivity, electrification and automation are driving the company’s current and future technological developments.
    Caterpillar Inc.
    The new Caterpillar 330 UHD Ultra High Demolition Hydraulic Excavator includes new safety and productivity features
    New construction equipment launched at bauma 2025 highlight technological developments in hydraulics as well as electrification, automation and digitalization.
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    Electromagnetic brakes offer performance benefits for electric construction equipment
    Electromagnetic braking technology offers reduced noise, space claim and other performance benefits over hydraulic options which suit the needs of electric construction equipment...
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    Hydraulics used in electric machines will need to evolve to meet their unique requirements
    A greater focus on efficiency, modularity and other design considerations will be necessary for hydraulic systems used in electric-powered machines.