Poclain New Valve Generation Boosts Machine Performance
With Ales Novak, Motion Control Valves Portfolio Manager, and Primoz Pangersic, Brake Valves Portfolio Manager
"For OEMs aiming to elevate productivity, operator control, and energy efficiency, the valve system is no longer just a component. It is a strategic performance enabler."
Advanced Valve Design Directly Impacts Efficiency, Controllability, and Safety in Mobile Hydraulic Systems
In mobile construction equipment, hydraulic valves are far more than mechanical components—they are the intelligent control core of the entire power transmission system. Positioned between the pump that generates hydraulic energy, and the actuators that transform it into motion, valves dictate how every kilowatt is delivered, managed, and optimized.
While pumps and motors often get the spotlight for output and performance, it is the valve architecture that ultimately defines the machine's behavior: precision of movements, responsiveness under varying loads, multi-function capability, braking quality, and overall energy efficiency. In essence, valves determine how the machine feels to the operator and how effectively it performs on the jobsite.
Today, valves have evolved from standardized parts into high value, application-engineered solutions. As construction machines demand higher power density while facing tighter packaging constrainsts, valve design has become a decisive lever for system performance and differenciation.
Valve Solutions Engineered for Construction Applications
Poclain Hydraulics offers a dedicated valve portfolio developed specifically for mobile construction machinery, structured around two primary functional areas.
MOTION CONTROL VALVES
Designed to manage propulsion and tool functions, this portfolio includes traction control valves, freewheeling valves, selector valves, directional control valves, swing drive valves, multifunction valves etc.
These solutions support smooth motion control, predictable machine behaviour, and efficient power distribution across wheel drives and hydraulic work functions.
BRAKE VALVES
The brake valve range addresses reliable and proven control safety-critical braking requirements of mobile machines. The range of brake valves includes service and parking brake valves, accumulator charging valves, steering assist and trailer braking valves.
All those braking related functions are available either in conventional hydraulic configuration or combined with electro proportional controls. These valves are engineered to deliver reliable braking performance, system redundancy, and stable operation under most demanding duty cycles.
Design Priorities for Demanding Duty Cycles
Valve development at Poclain is driven by the operational requirements of construction equipment and focused on three key engineering priorities:
- Low pressure drop, reducing hydraulic losses and supporting higher machine efficiency
- Heavy-duty design, ensuring durability and consistent performance in harsh operating environments
- Compact and modular architecture, enabling flexible system integration and optimized machine packaging
Through application-driven design and close alignment with OEM requirements, valves become an active contributor to machine efficiency, controllability, and reliability.
Explore our Valve Solutions at Conexpo
Conexpo is a great opportunity to review Poclain's valve portfolios and discuss recent developments for construction machinery.
Our engineering and application specialists will be available to support system-level discussions.
>> Visit Poclain Hydraulics in South Hall, 2nd Level – Booth S82241
