Parker Hannifin has launched what it describes as the industry’s first certified Mobile Electrification Technology Center (METC), aimed at training mobile equipment technicians to transition from conventional diesel systems to electric powertrains. The initiative marks a key step in advancing electrification in construction, agriculture, and engineering sectors where environmental and noise regulations are reshaping equipment design.
As demand grows for zero-emission mobile equipment in indoor and urban job sites, Parker’s METC seeks to address both technical integration challenges and workforce readiness. Beyond battery and charging infrastructure, the training program tackles the complexities of combining electric power with hydraulic systems, electronic controls, and legacy 12V accessories that have long been part of industrial mobile platforms.
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“We are excited to partner with these outstanding distributors at a higher level,” said Mark Schoessler, vice president of sales for Parker’s Motion Systems Group. “Their commitment to designing innovative mobile electrification systems aligns perfectly with our vision to empower machine manufacturers in reducing their environmental footprint while enhancing operational efficiency.”
Among the first companies to complete Parker’s METC certification is Nott Company, a manufacturing solutions provider whose technicians are now trained on Parker’s full suite of electrified components, including electric motors, drives, coolers, and control systems.
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“We are proud to be recognized for our unwavering dedication to advancing mobile electrification technologies and delivering cutting-edge solutions,” said Markus Rauchhaus, CEO of Nott Company. “This milestone would not have been possible without our incredible partners, customers and the team at Nott Company.”
In addition to Nott, two other North American Parker distributors — Depatie Fluid Power in Portage, Michigan, and Hydradyne in Fort Worth, Texas — have also completed the certification, signaling broader adoption of electrified systems in mobile equipment and a growing demand for skilled, EV-ready technicians.