John Deere highlighted integrated electric solutions at MINExpo 2016

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John Deere showcased its experience developing and integrating electric powertrain solutions for off-highway applications at MINExpo International, in Las Vegas. John Deere Power Systems and John Deere Electronic Solutions have exhibited together, displaying powertrain and electronic products designed for the rugged demands of mining and construction applications.

John Deere engines, drivetrain components and power electronics have a reputation for durability and reliability, which is paramount in mining applications. Manufacturers of mining equipment benefit from the investments John Deere has made in the integration of these systems into complete electric powertrain solutions for mobile off-highway machines.

In addition, John Deere Power Systems had on display the CanmetMINING certified PowerTechTM E 4.5L Tier 3 engine with a power range of 63 kW to 104 kW (85 hp to 140 hp). The 4.5L engine has full-authority electronic controls, 2-valve cylinder heads, a high-pressure common-rail fuel system with electronic fuel injection, and a fixed-geometry turbocharger in turbocharged or air-to-air aftercooled aspiration systems.

“John Deere is dedicated to providing power solutions for the mining industry,” said Darrin Treptow, manager, worldwide marketing for John Deere Power Systems. “The Tier 3 4.5L engine is well suited for the extreme working conditions of underground mining applications.”

John Deere also displayed products from its lineup of Funk drivetrain components; including pump drives, HMD 18000 transmission and TeamMate II Series 1200 axle. Funk transmissions, axles, pump drives and planetary drives provide customers uptime crucial to the mining industry. In addition to the products on display at MINExpo International, John Deere Power Systems also offered a full lineup of industrial diesel engines in 2.9L, 4.5L, 6.8L, 9.0L and 13.5L displacements with a power range of 36 kW to 448 kW (48 hp to 600 hp). These engines are U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and European Union emissions-certified.