Outcomes
“The experts at Kraft were instrumental in helping us design from the concept stage all the way through the run-off of this crucial vehicle for our company.”
Kraft Upgraded 1970s DC Powered Truck to AC Electric Drive Technology to Optimize Performance
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Services:
Product specification, testing, and integration
Start-up support
Equipment:
Schabmueller Pump Motors for Lift and Steering
Dana Schwarzmueller Traction, Steer, and Lift Motor Controllers
Danfoss Plus+1 DM430 Display
Complete Software Integration of Traction, Steer, and Lift
Results:
Kraft successfully designed a new AC electrical system for L15 platform trucks that have smoother control than the old DC system with no maintenance required.
Kraft Designed All-new Battery Powered Electric Drive System to Revolutionize the Utility Market
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Services:
Design & Engineering
Custom Programming
Field Sales Application Expertise
Start-Up Support
Equipment:
InMotion Generator/Motor
InMotion Motor Controller
Danfoss Plus+1 Controller
Lithionics Battery System
Hilliard Centrifugal Clutch
Results:
Kraft contributed to the successful design of an innovative machine that is powerful and extremely quiet, improving jobsite safety and allowing longer work hours.
Kraft Designed a Compact and Efficient Hydraulic System for Crucial Fire Fighting Equipment
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Services:
Field Sales Management
Design Engineering
Technical & Customer Service
Equipment:
Danfoss H1P Pump
Danfoss Series 90 Motor
Danfoss Controller
Results:
Kraft designed a compact and efficient hydraulic system that aids in making fighting fire safer and more effective.
“Kraft was instrumental, with their products and technical assistance, in the creation of a solution that left the customer delighted with its performance capabilities.”
Kraft Redesigned a New Truck to Fill The Gap in Mulch Blowing Vehicle Options
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Services:
Engineering Design
On-Site Sales Consulting
Field Testing for Quality Control
Equipment:
Danfoss 90 Series, 45 Series, and H1 pumps
Danfoss Plus+1 Controls
HBC Radiomatic Controls
Hydro-Leduc Motor
HydraForce Valves
Custom Wiring
Results:
Kraft allowed a company to realize a competitive market price point for their machine by redesigning and making strategic component selections.
Kraft Designed an All-new Machine That Offered More Safe, Smooth, and Efficient Operation
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Services:
Engineering Software Design
Field Sales & Consulting
Application Field Testing
Equipment:
Danfoss Plus+1 Master Controller
Danfoss Expander Plus+1 I/O Module
MIWD27 Drive Assembly
Schwarzmüller MI01 Steer Motor Controller
Schwarzmüller MI03 Traction Motor Controller
Topcon/Wachendorff Display
Single Action Joystick
Results:
Kraft successfully designed an all-electric drive scissor lift with omni-directional steering, resulting in easy and safe maneuverability with the flip of a switch.
“The solutions that Kraft have provided have allowed us to make our customers more productive and therefore more profitable. Their success has increased our sales and keeps us at the forefront of interfacing with the leading machine-control technology.”
Kraft Upgraded Concrete Mixer, Eliminating 80% of Operator Errors
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Services:
Engineering and software design
Field sales
Application field testing
Equipment:
Wachendorff A6 Display
Danfoss PLUS+1
Danfoss PVG32
Danfoss cartridge valve manifolds
Danfoss OMS motors with EMD
HMI Systems 8 and 12 button keypads
Results:
Kraft’s upgrades to a cement mixer resulted in easier tracking, monitoring of material and concrete poured, improved speed control, and the elimination of 80% of user errors.
“The utilization of the MIT with the Schabmuller drives provides many benefits over traditional baggage conveyor systems, including: system layout flexibility, improved operational efficiency, and enhanced ergonomics.”
– Todd Alderman, Vice President