arker Hannifin is now introducing the second generation of its GVM motor series – GVM210 Gen 2 – developed to meet increasing demands for electrification across both on-road and off-road segments.
The new motor generation is designed to simplify integration into various vehicle types while improving safety and operational reliability in demanding environments. The solution targets manufacturers in sectors such as construction, material handling, mining, and agriculture—industries where the pace of electrification is rapidly accelerating.
Designed for next-generation drivetrains
The electrification of mobile machinery places new demands on drivetrain components. Space is often limited, while requirements for power, reliability, and global compatibility continue to grow.
The GVM210 Gen 2 has been developed with these challenges in mind. The platform builds on the previous generation but includes improvements that make it easier to move from prototype to series production. Among other things, connections and integration capabilities have been optimized to suit various control systems and inverter strategies.
Advantages in electrohydraulic systems
A key development is the motor’s adaptation for electrohydraulic pump solutions (EHP), where the combination of electric motors and hydraulics plays a central role in many modern machines.
For hydraulic applications, this brings several tangible benefits:
- Improved sealing between motor and pump reduces the risk of leakage
- Increased robustness in dusty and demanding environments
- Stable operation under high loads and varying duty cycles
- Reduced risk of contamination in couplings and interfaces
This is particularly relevant in machines where hydraulics remain essential for power transmission, while the energy source is increasingly electric.
Focus on installation and flexibility
The new generation offers updated connection solutions, including various pigtail configurations, providing greater flexibility when integrating into different vehicle systems. The option to use dual temperature sensors also enables better control of thermal loads—critical in applications requiring high torque at low speeds.
For machine manufacturers, this means shorter development time and easier adaptation to different applications.
Safety in electrified systems
As electrified drivetrains become more common, safety requirements are also increasing. The GVM210 Gen 2 supports HVIL (High Voltage Interlock Loop) functionality, ensuring that power is automatically disconnected when connectors are unplugged.
This contributes to safer operation and simplifies compliance with modern safety standards for electric vehicles and machinery.
Part of a broader transition
The launch reflects a broader trend in the industry, where electrification and hydraulics are increasingly integrated into hybrid systems. For many applications, this means combining the strength of hydraulics with the efficiency and precision of electric drive systems.
The result is more energy-efficient machines with maintained performance—a combination driving development across multiple industrial sectors.
