Launch 70 hp Hydrostatic drive solution for compact machines. 
ITL launches a new and innovative solution unleashing productivity opportunities on compact machines.
ITL are the Wrexham based UK, world wide supplier of 30 - 135 kW (40 - 180 hp) axles, transmissions, integrated drivelines including engine package. After talking to OEMs, ITL sought a unique compact solution to requirements that affect Agriculture, Construction and Materials Handling sectors alike for Telehandlers and Rough Terrain Fork Lifts. With the launch of ITL's HG 310, a hydrostatic driven transmission solution complete with transfer box, motor, service and park brake calipers - dedicated to the growing machine sector of compact products, such as, Telehandlers and Rough Terrain Fork Lift's - the unique solution ITL has developed is the smallest packaged hydrostatic motor, pump and transmission for these versatile and highly manoeuvrable machines. This offers a reduced cost installation eliminating the need for brakes within the axles. Achieving the narrowest possible transmission dimensions capable for fitting snugly between chassis rails, whilst boosting performance, enables OEM's to achieve the narrowest machine design capable of passing through narrow door apertures. This uniquely small package for particularly narrow machine applications, the HG310 power range solution commences at 55 cc hydrostatic motor size, with a capability of 310 Nm input torque which offers a reduction ratio for the HG 310 of 1.706 - 1 output ratio. Later in 2003 ITL will launch 700 Nm and 1200 Nm versions with 1.42 - 1 output ratio for the 700 - 1200 series. Other ratio options can be considered. Starting with a fresh approach, ITL has had the opportunity to identify its ideal features and options - then set to achieve them in conjunction with a comprehensive range of proven motors. Take noise. Just one area that benefits from this approach. While many OEMs have played with shielding and cladding for "drive-by" tests, ITL has used its state-of-the-art transmission research facilities and in conjunction with gear teeth profile technology, eliminated many causes of noise from within the gearbox. Because the HG310 is a new design, ITL is able to achieve the most flexible range of mounting orientations while minimising the space requirement for the motor, pump and gearbox. Again through extensive research ITL can achieve an OEM's preferred drive orientation and by adjustment of oil way baffling, this optimises oil level, splash coverage and flow. An important requirement identified at the beginning, was to be able to use a large motor and pump drive, large output flanges for substantial carden shafts. These bigger carden shafts mean higher torque options can be achieved. A range of yokes can be specified from SAE 1310 to SAE 1480. The transmission within the drive package can accept a range of motor sizes, through different drilling patterns on the transmissions casing. The complete solution also offers a wide range of mounting variations. All of which avoid the motor input area, larger yokes and carden shafts joints, pipes and brake pack. This complete new drive solution has something for every OEM. The maximum input speed via the motor, to the gearbox is upto 5000rpm. Comparable systems that are physically larger typically handle up to 4000 rpm. ITL's higher input speed is very appealing to OEM's. It offers greater roading speed between sites without the requirement for multi speed gearboxes. In getting the complete solution right, operators have an easier and more productive drive. Hire companies have more simple machines to operate and OEM's get more features, more options and more flexibility for their markets. Hydrostatic drive offers excellent braking and the HG 310 hydrostatic drive system enhances this with a complete braking system. The ITL HG 310 has an integrated service and park brake which does not encroach on any input /output shafts, pumps or motors. Speed sensors can be fitted to the transmission and ITL will be offering HALL effect speed sensors. These are positioned, in non-contact, close to teeth within the transmission and essentially pick up passing teeth speed. With the HALL effect sensor, electronics monitor and govern machine speed. With a constant eye on the hydrostatic market, ITL has developed many products in its time for these drive systems. ITL portal axles are used extensively on high ground clearance hydrostatic wheeled loaders. ITL's SD80 axle is used for hydrostatic double-wheeled excavators, a 12 tonne steer drive ITL wide track axle. With so many options, OEM's can look forward to demonstrating their machines entering through many small doorways and proving that productivity need not stop when an operator goes inside. More details about the unique compact solution in hydrostatic drivelines can be obtained from Nigel Harding ITL General Manager. |