Bonfiglioli supports customers on their path toward electrification, regardless of their field of application. A path which involves the final drives, not just the main power source. This approach, compared to the one where the engine is replaced by a single electric motor, offers significant advantages in terms of energy efficiency, reduced emissions and a considerable reduction of maintenance costs, resulting in a much faster return on the initial investment.
In earth moving, the electrification process targets excavators (mini and midi) for which a special kit has been developed, combining three different components: an electric swing drive of the 700TE Series, ultra-compact and high-performing, equipped with an electromagnetic brake and speed and temperature sensors; an electric track drive of the 700CE Series, easy to install and maintain due to the reduction of mechanical parts; and an electric motor for pump drive of the BPM Series, featuring permanent magnets with SAE connections and ideal for the electrification of mobile machines. The system is completed by inverters responsible for motor control. By adopting Bonfiglioli’s next gen electrification approach, the battery capacity can be reduced by 50% thanks to the improvement in energy efficiency and reduction of maintenance costs. One of Bonfiglioli’s flagship solutions is targeted to compact track loaders: machines ranging from 1.5 to 6 tons, for which it supplies the planetary track drive paired with high-power density electric motors, specifically designed for electric systems. The 5-6 ton compact track loader version also integrates the IoT functionality through the sensorization of the gearmotor, allowing the user to view all the main operational data of the machine and use it correctly. Bonfiglioli’s electrified solution represents a cutting-edge product already available as standard on machines from leading manufacturers.
For road construction, Bonfiglioli develops reliable, high-performance gear solutions which keep the fleet of pavers and tandem rollers running smoothly. For both, a totally electrified solution has been conceived, i.e. all drives – track and loader for the paver, drum rotation for the tandem roller – and motors – in the latter, the one responsible for the vibration and steering functions – are electric. The same transformation has also involved cranes and aerial platforms. For the former, Bonfiglioli develops winch drives – 800 Series – marked by high modularity and flexibility, thanks to the possibility to add further standard stages, motor flanges and bevel gears of the 300 Series. For aerial platforms, scissor lifts and boom lifts, Bonfiglioli provides the travel drives of the 600WE series, boasting compact dimensions, low noise and high efficiency. An advanced powertrain solution which uses a two- or three-stage gearbox offering reduction ratios of up to 1:145 to satisfy the widest possible range of needs.
By redefining the concept of electrification beyond the power source, Bonfiglioli paves the way for a new generation of smart, efficient and connected machines. Its integrated drive systems not only improve performance and reduce emissions, but also enable digital monitoring and predictive maintenance — setting new standards for the electrified powertrain of tomorrow.
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