Our dedicated engineers have worked hard to design Thomson actuators to provide
unique features that a wide range of applications, including mobile off-highway,
require. In our quest, we’ve developed the largest unmatched range of standard
and custom linear actuators on the market today, serving industries such as:
- Construction/Road Maintenance
- Farm/Forestry
- Turf/Lawn & Garden
- Railways
- Recreational
We’ve broadened and deepened our knowledge of mobile off-highway, making
products that are not only exceptionally rugged and reliable but also perform
exceptionally well.
Because Thomson is the industry leader in custom actuator design, we can quickly provide you a cost-effective design that meets your criteria exactly. You can find out more about how we respond to your needs by visiting the Implementation section of this microsite.
Making jobs easier
- Raising and lowering a deck on a mower, paver or floor scrubber
- Shifting manual transmission
- Lifting wheelchairs into a vehicle
- Lifting scooters onto a vehicle for transport
- Opening and closing doors on buses, vans
- Moving out the slide-outs on recreational vehicles
Automating a process
- Moving twine across a round bale of hay for consistent wrap
- Varying the chute opening on a salt/sand spreader based on speed for consistent application
- Lift and lower pantographs on electrical trains and trams
Providing remote control
- Throttle control from the rear of garbage trucks
- Positioning the discharge spout on a large chipper, snow blower or combine
- Opening a chute on a salt/sand spreader based on speed for consistent application
- Positioning of solar energy panels and wind power plant turbines
- Raising and lowering steps on a combine
- Dumping of a grass catcher while seated
- Opening/closing the engine hatch on boats
- Positioning boat, handicap and vehicle seats
- Belt tensioning
Removing people from danger
- Sliding a cover over the stairs in a recreational vehicle
- Throttle control for a tree stump grinder to keep the operator away from moving parts or flying debris
- Medical waste/refuse compacting
Replacing hydraulics or pneumatics
- Power steering
- Dump beds on ATVs
- Positioning mower decks on golf course equipment
- Dental or examination chairs
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