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John Updyke, Engineering Product Manager, Drive Train Division, The Hilliard Corporation: "Enhanced Vehicle Traction with Automatic Locking Differentials"
The Hilliard Corporation’s Drive Train Division produces automatic locking front and rear differentials for off-highway applications, in addition to specialty clutch products for that same industry. As more vehicle and equipment manufacturers are looking to "go green", Hilliard is promoting the use of their drive train products to help "keep it green". The unique functionality and benefits of the Hilliard locking differential products promotes superior traction without sacrificing maneuverability or operating range. This equates to higher vehicle efficiency due to reduced tire spin; keeping the "green surfaces" green instead of leaving areas of turf damage from the spinning tires.
About John Updyke
John is a 1993 graduate of the Rochester Institute of Technology with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering. He is the Drive Train Engineering Manager for The Hilliard Corporation and has been with the company for over 14 years. His primary focus is in differential design where he is responsible for component and system design as well as Customer Application Engineering. His current interest is in gear strength and NVH optimization for their front differential and auto-locking rear differential products.
