Self-propelled TractionMax axles by Adr: from passive to active

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Thanks to the new family of self-propelled “TractionMax” axles offered by Adr Axles, agricultural trailers can now provide an additional propulsion system alongside that of the tractor, enabling operation even on the softest, most uneven or steeply sloping terrain The idea itself—making an agricultural trailer self-propelled to facilitate travel on difficult ground and steep gradients—is not new. Until recently, however, it was only implemented through purpose-built systems driven mechanically. The collaboration between Adr Axles and the Finnish company Black Bruin has instead introduced the possibility of making virtually any trailer…

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Panelli electric pumps “Spx”: developed for agricultural applications

ettropompe sommerse Panelli serie “Spx”

With the launch of the new “Spx” series, Panelli expands its offering with a family of electric pumps developed specifically for agricultural applications. They guarantee high efficiency and low energy consumption, and thanks to dedicated design solutions, they are particularly competitive on the market In recent years, the agricultural sector has been increasingly confronted with water crises caused by climate change as well as by the abandonment and neglect affecting many natural environments. For farms, this situation creates significant challenges, especially when crises are triggered by drought, which makes it…

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Fai Filtri is on the threshold of its half-century

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In 2026 Fai Filtri will celebrate its first half-century of life. Founded in 1976, the company has continually expanded its product offering and turnover, becoming a benchmark in the industrial filtration sector Founded in 1976, Fai Filtri is a company that, over nearly fifty years, has steadily and consistently expanded its commercial presence, ultimately establishing itself as a global enterprise. This has been achieved thanks to a product offering always focused on quality and innovation, which has enabled the company to build a solid reputation in all major international markets.…

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From Adr pneumatic and self-propelled news

At Hannover, the Adr Group will unveil a new pneumatic suspension system for agricultural trailers, designed to withstand the most extreme working conditions in terms of operating speed and terrain elevation changes. Alongside it, the Lombardy-based company will present its first self-driven axle — another major milestone in the group’s technological evolution A world leader in trailer undercarriage systems for the agricultural sector, Adr has chosen the Hannover trade fair to further expand its already extensive range of hubs, axles, and suspension systems for both interconnected and independent wheels, by…

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Adr Group conquering America

Although the Adr Group has maintained a presence in the United States for years, it has remained marginal—until now. The company has decided to hit the accelerator and pursue the same market leadership in North America that it already enjoys in Europe and in major agricultural countries outside the Eu. More than ever, trade relations with the United States are a matter of interest not only for industry professionals and businesses, but also for public opinion. The recent stance of former President Donald Trump on import-export relations—commonly referred to as…

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Pakelo Ptfe Free: bye bye Teflon

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The European Regulation 2033/2023 has significantly reduced the use of so-called “microplastics.” One of the sectors affected by the new rules is that of lubricants, which is why the Italian brand Pakelo presented a new collection of “PTFE-Free” products at Bauma 2025 In September 2023, the European Union enacted Regulation 2033 aimed at minimizing the release of so-called “microplastics” into the environment. The term refers to any synthetic, solid, and organic polymer smaller than five millimeters, which is also insoluble in water and resistant to degradation. Among the substances affected…

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Mecaplast, even the wheels are green

Mecaplast is an Italian company that has specialized in the design and construction of molds for plastic materials and injection molding since 1976. Among its most successful agricultural-oriented products are the wheels for seeders, transplanters and weeders recently re-proposed as part of the “GreenLifeTire” series as one hundred percent recyclable solutions. Made of latest generation thermoplastic polymers that support polyurethane tyres, they represent a valid alternative to traditional wheels covered with vulcanised rubber as they are characterized by superior resistance to abrasion, damage and ageing. Furthermore, their pluses also include…

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