Poclain Showcases HDD Expertise at Trenchless Summit China
Poclain will be exhibiting at the Trenchless Summit in Tianjin, China, April 22-24 (Booth A25), bringing its proven expertise in powering horizontal directional drilling (HDD) applications. Poclain supports 70% of OEMs and contractors woldwide with robust, high-performance drive solutions designed for the most demanding trenchless environments.
Meeting the Challenges of Modern HDD Applications
As trenchless construction expands in urban infrastructure and energy projects, HDD equipment must operate in increasingly complex conditions.
These applications require:
- High resistance to load fluctuations caused by varying soil conditions
- Protection against overspeed events, especially during pull-back
- Continuous operation capability for extended drilling cycles
- Compact, high power density solutions for integrated machine designs
Note: Architectures combining high-speed motors and gearboxes, often introduce maintenance challenges and potential failure points, especially under extreme operating conditions.
Poclain’s Direct Drive Advantage
At Trenchless Summit, Poclain will highlight its low-speed, high-torque radial piston motors, designed to simplify drivetrains and enhance reliability.
Key advantages include:
| Direct Drive Architecture | Superior Shock Resistance | High Power Density |
| Eliminates the need for gearboxes, reducing maintenance and increasing uptime | Robust radial piston design absorbs extreme loads and protects against overspeed damage | Compact motors such as the MHP13 and MHP20 deliver high performance across a wide range of HDD machine sizes |
These capabilities make Poclain solutions particularly well-suited for both rotary systems and thrust/pull functions, ensuring precise control and consistent torque delivery, even in the most challenging conditions.
From Components to Smart Performance
Beyond hardware, Poclain is also advancing data-driven performance optimization. By integrating sensors and leveraging data analysis, Poclain helps manufacturers:
- Identify hidden performance issues
- Optimize system parameters
- Improve machine efficiency and reduce energy consumption
This approach enables a shift from traditional experience-based tuning to data-driven decision-making, unlocking new levels of performance and reliability for HDD equipment.
Delivering Measurable Customer Value
Poclain solutions are designed to generate tangible benefits across the equipment lifecycle:
- Lower total cost of ownership through simplified architectures
- Reduced maintenance requirements with gearbox-free systems
- Improved machine value retention in the secondary market
For OEMs and contractors alike, this translates into greater operational efficiency and long-term profitability.
Join Poclain at Trenchless Summit China
As HDD applications continue to evolve toward larger scale, smarter systems, and higher efficiency, Poclain remains at the forefront, combining robust hydraulic performance with intelligent system integration.
👉 Visit Poclain in April 22-24, at Booth A25, Trenchless Summit, in Tianjin, China, to connect with our experts and discover how our solutions can support your next HDD project.
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