Review: bauma China 2024

The system concept is catching on in the construction machinery industry, with electrohydraulic systems that promise even greater autonomy, precision, efficiency, connectivity, and monitoring finding more and more uses. Accordingly, Thomas not only presented its complete portfolio for the off-highway sector at its exhibition stand 168 in hall N4, but also placed particular emphasis on state-of-the-art highlight products such as the Electromechanical Actuator (EMA), the Electrohydraulic Actuator (EHA 2.0), the Compact Pilot Actuator (CPA) and the Integrated Pilot Head (IPH).

EMA und EHA: Intelligent integriert

EMA and EHA have proven to be of particular interest to visitors looking for solutions for construction machinery, cranes or steering applications with high system safety requirements. This is because both products are equipped with integrated intelligence that feeds the system status back to the higher-level system and thus supplies key information for operations. They are CAN-controlled and boast fast response times, a high degree of precision, and evenness in their movement control. The EMA is particularly well suited as a smart pilot controller for small to midsize machinery because it enables compact machine design, makes commissioning and maintenance easier, and combines maximum precision with lower overall machine operating costs.

Elektromechanical Actuator (EMA)

IPH and CPA: more scope for manufacturers

The proportional pressure reducing valves IPH (Integrated Pilot Head) and CPA (Compact Pilot Actuator) were also at the center of attention in Shanghai. They excel with maximum efficiency and precision. The IPH enables OEMs to build even more compact machines thanks to its unique, patented design with integrated valve sleeve. The CPA, on the other hand, can be used to design narrower main control valves and significantly speed up assembly. Both products have been specially designed with developments in the construction machinery market in mind and with a focus on compact machines in order to optimally meet the requirements of our customers.

Compact Pilot Actuator (CPA)

PPCD09 and PPCP09: clutch control you can rely on

Last but not least, the Thomas valve portfolio for clutch controls with the PPCD09 and PPCP09 valves was one of the highlights at the trade fair stand. Their advantages include compactness and dirt resistance as well as low hysteresis and high vibration stability for optimum reliability and precision. Changes in the market require new and more productive technologies and systems. The valve portfolio for clutch controls has been designed and developed by Thomas to meet the highest requirements. In addition, Thomas offers excellent customer support for the off-highway market. Supporting customers with ongoing developments, perfectly matching the Thomas product portfolio to the customer application and offering training and consulting are important activities to maintain customer relationships.

PP­CP09 PPRV HF

“Thomas operates its own production facility in Kunshan and has a local sales office in Shanghai. We are rooted in the Chinese market, know what our customers need and produce locally. We follow our “local to local” and “local to global” strategy to ensure our sustainable growth in the Chinese market,” explains Xianfeng Zhuo, Chief Representative Officer of Thomas China. Close and trusting cooperation with distributors is also a matter close to his heart, says Zhuo. “We were therefore delighted that our distributors Burker Technology (Shanghai) Co. Ltd. and Linzhi (Shanghai) Drive Technology Co., Ltd. joined us on our stand at bauma China to exhibit their hydraulic blocks with Thomas valves. The trade fair was a complete success – with many good discussions and encounters!”