Parker Hannifin has recently launched the industry’s first certified Mobile Electrification Technology Center to support mobile equipment technicians in transitioning from diesel engines to electric motors. This move comes as the electrification of mobile equipment is becoming increasingly important for industries working in indoor, environmentally sensitive, or noise-regulated urban areas.
The center aims to provide comprehensive training on the integration of hydraulic implements, electronic controls, and other upfit accessories for modern electric equipment. Safety is also a top priority, with a focus on training technicians in high-voltage electric vehicle repair and maintenance.
Several distributors, including Nott Company, Depatie Fluid Power, and Hydradyne, have already completed Parker’s certification program and are now equipped to handle electric motors, drives, coolers, controllers, and control systems.
This shift towards electric equipment assets, such as Bobcat’s T7X compact track loader and E10e electric excavator, highlights the need for specialized electrical systems training. Traditional diesel and hydraulic systems knowledge is becoming outdated, and technicians must update their skills to stay relevant in the industry.
Certification programs like the one offered by Parker are essential in bridging this skills gap, ensuring technicians can maximize performance while minimizing risks associated with high-voltage systems. This initiative is expected to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles in the mobile equipment sector, contributing to a more sustainable and efficient future.
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