Poclain at NFPA Advanced Hydraulics Conference: Advancing Electrification for OEMs at CONEXPO CON/AGG
At CONEXPO‑CON/AGG, Poclain joined the National Fluid Power Association Advanced Hydraulics Conference, with Electric Products & Solutions Director, Philippe Reynolds highlighting how our solutions and engineering services help OEMs accelerate their shift towards electrification.
Driving the Future of Fluid Power through Hybrid Electro‑Hydraulic & Electric Expertise
During the latest NFPA Advanced Hydraulics Conference, held live from CONEXPO‑CON/AGG, Poclain contributed its technical perspective on one of the most transformative trends in the industry: the electrification of mobile machines.
Representing Poclain, Philippe Reynolds, Electric Products & Solutions Director, joined a panel to discuss accelerating technology change in the fluid power industry. His intervention highlighted how electrification is reshaping the design of transmission systems, requiring a system‑level approach that integrates hydraulics, electric machines, power electronics, and advanced controls.
System Engineering at the Core of Next‑Generation Mobile Machines
In the podcast episode titled “The accelerating pace of technology change in the fluid power industry : is this hydraulics ?”, Philippe emphasized that electrification is not about replacing hydraulics, but about re‑engineering complete drivetrains to deliver higher efficiency, lower emissions and improved operator experience.
To electrify mobile machinery effectively, you must think beyond components and design the transmission as a complete system sized on energy, optimized for efficiency, and seamlessly integrated into the machine.
He explained how Poclain supports OEMs with hybrid, electro‑hydraulic or full electric solutions, leveraging deep expertise in hydraulic transmissions while expanding capabilities in electric motor control, power electronics, and mechatronic integration. This includes the development of EDUs (Electric Drive Units) like the eWheel, compact, integrated modules that simplify machine architecture, reduce integration time, and enable more efficient energy management on electric or hybrid platforms.
A Fragmented Market Requiring Tailored Electrification Architectures
Philippe highlighted a key insight for OEMs: there is no single architecture that suits all machines. Duty cycles, power requirements and operating environments vary widely across construction and agricultural applications.
From compact light duty electric machines using battery‑electric configurations, to high‑power equipment where hybridization remains the most viable path, Poclain works closely with customers to support the transition:
Learn more about Poclain’s electrification solutions here
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