CLEVELAND, March 24, 2025 – The Motion Systems Group of Parker Hannifin Corporation, the global leader in motion and control technologies, has launched the industry’s first-known certified Mobile Electrification Technology Center (METC) program in North America. This new network is part of Parker’s vision to accelerate the transition to low-carbon mobile equipment operations.
Three North American distributors, to date, have completed the rigorous training and assessment process required for Parker’s METC certification. They include Nott Company based in Arden Hills, Minn.; Depatie Fluid Power in Portage, Mich.; and Hydradyne in Fort Worth, Tex.
These METCs partner with equipment manufacturers to help upgrade their driveline systems by replacing diesel engines with electric motors. They also provide expert technical support focused on reducing energy consumption, enhancing operational range, and improving overall efficiency.
Parker’s Global Mobile Systems facility in Elk Grove, Illinois (pictured), and Mobile Electrification Center in Marysville, Ohio, serve as hubs where Parker provides in-depth training for distributors interested in being certified in the latest electrification technologies.
The electrification of mobile equipment comes with its own set of challenges, including the integration of hydraulic, electrical, and control systems to maximize machine operation on a single battery charge. Manufacturers also need to comply with functional safety regulations, ensure quiet operation in residential environments, and manage cost limitations to support the continued adoption of electric machinery.
Parker’s SMART electrification solutions offer a comprehensive suite of hydraulic, electrical, control, and cooling technologies, all designed to perform effectively in challenging operating environments.
Parker’s METCs support OEMs in the deployment of those solutions. They are specialized partners chosen for their expertise in mobile machinery and receive continuous training from Parker to provide technical services and support that uphold the same high performance and quality standards.
Representatives from Parker and Nott Company celebrate the opening of Nott’s new Mobile Electrification Technology Center which has been certified by Parker to provide industry-leading expertise and technologies to OEMs looking to electrify their fleets.
Nott Company, the first distributor certified under Parker’s new program, has more than a decade of experience in high- and low-voltage systems, supports the deployment of Parker Global Vehicle Motors, and offers an extensive suite of complementary products. This includes Parker electric motors, drives, coolers, controllers, and control systems.
Markus Rauchhaus, Chief Executive Officer at Nott Company, stated: “We are proud to be recognized for our unwavering dedication to advancing mobile electrification technologies and delivering cutting-edge solutions. This milestone would not have been possible without our incredible partners, customers, and the team at Nott Company.”
Parker’s METCs have been established to optimize customer systems by combining industry-leading products backed by excellent service for maximum performance, efficiency, and safety.