BRIGGS & STRATTON ANNOUNCES HYDRASPECMA AS NEW VANGUARD TECHNOLOGY PARTNER FOR ELECTRIFICATION MISSION
LONDON (May 9, 2024) – Briggs & Stratton is proud to announce a new technology partnership with HydraSpecma, further expanding its network of support in Europe. With over 35 years’ experience in applying power to commercial applications, from agriculture to construction and unmanned systems, Briggs & Stratton’s commercial brand Vanguard is an established provider of integrated electrified power solutions. The company’s goal is not only to simply provide components but to support customers in applying commercial lithium-ion and petrol power from development to serial production, after sales and training support. In this process, Briggs & Stratton collaborates with technology partners worldwide who assist OEMs in bringing their electrical products to fruition and incorporating Vanguard commercial battery packs into their appliances.
The Nordic Company, HydraSpecma with Head Quarter in Denmark is a market-leading specialist supplier of hydraulic solutions to the aftermarket and OEMs. The company provides end-to-end support within engineering and production, plus the provision of hydraulic and electric solutions, components and products, underpinned by a comprehensive product range and advisory services. HydraSpecma’s products and systems serve multiple industries including wind turbines, generators, commercial vehicles, construction equipment and agricultural machinery.
Briggs & Stratton and HydraSpecma signed a non-exclusive technology partner agreement focused on the design of electrified power solutions. Vanguard batteries will be integrated into HydraSpecma’s low voltage system solutions to meet the needs of its OEM customers. The core focus areas of the agreement cover: conceptualisation, including analysis and simulation, engineering design, including components selection, integration and programming, prototyping and commissioning, industrialisation and knowledge transfer.
As a prominent power and motion solution provider within the Nordics, HydraSpecma operates on a global scale, delivering durable, high-quality products and solutions through joint development. As part of its ongoing innovation and product advancement, the company identified an area for development in battery power for its low voltage system solutions, including municipality vehicles, sweepers and small construction vehicles.
Bjørn Snorrason, Product Manager at HydraSpecma said, “We chose to partner with Briggs & Stratton to complete our low voltage solutions as their global reach supports our market and allows us to broaden our electrification product range with an effective and high-quality battery solution. The integration of Briggs & Stratton’s Vanguard batteries will make HydraSpecma even more competitive in supporting OEMs and we expect to see a speedy and significant impact in the Nordic region in particular.”
Ladislav Poledna, New Business Development Manager EMEA at Briggs & Stratton | Vanguard said, “Our network of technology partners is key to Briggs & Stratton’s success, and we are delighted to have signed this agreement with HydraSpecma. The Vanguard battery range is ideal for HydraSpecma's low-voltage system solutions. Both partners prioritize productivity by matching the right solution to equipment for OEM customers. We look forward to a long and successful partnership.”
Strategic partnerships play a crucial role in enhancing Briggs & Stratton’s technological progress and broadening its market influence. By collaborating closely with technology partners like HydraSpecma, Vanguard highlights mutual success stories and insights. Through these joint initiatives, all parties enhance their expertise and product range, achieving success through collaboration and shared experiences.
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About Briggs & Stratton | Vanguard:
Briggs & Stratton, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, provides innovative products and diverse power solutions to help people get work done. Briggs & Stratton is the world’s largest producer of engines for lawn and garden, turf care and job site power equipment and is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of lithium-ion batteries, standby generators and energy storage systems through its Briggs & Stratton®, Vanguard®, Ferris®, Simplicity®, Snapper®, Billy Goat®, Allmand®, Branco® and Victa® brands. Briggs & Stratton products are designed, manufactured, marketed and serviced in over 100 countries on six continents.
Vanguard helps professionals to get their work done by applying power to their unique commercial applications. For more than 35 years, Vanguard has partnered with customers to conquer challenges and develop innovative products. As Vanguard doesn’t simply provide components, it supports customers in applying commercial lithium-ion and petrol power throughout the entire integration process, from development to serial production to after sales and training support.
