HPC Hydraulics: levelers and auxiliary air systems

HPC Hydraulics in Twente is experiencing the rising popularity of campers firsthand. Every year, the company grows by double digits, and there seems to be no end in sight. However, the sale of so many campers is not the only reason for this. HPC is the developer of leveling systems and auxiliary air suspension that are unparalleled in their specifications.

More and more camper owners and camper builders are discovering the benefits of a lightweight system that excels in user-friendliness.

HPC Hydraulics is an initiative of Peter Olde Daalhuis. Started in 2004 with the sale of an American brand of leveling systems for campers. However, there was room for improvement, after which HPC launched a similar product in 2009, but developed in-house with all the experience gained in the first years incorporated. Lightweight jacks, over-dimensioned and corrosion-free.

Through an extensive dealer network with an importer in all European countries, further developments, new products such as auxiliary air suspension, activities towards bodybuilders and direct supply to camper manufacturers followed in rapid succession. Even today, the company is not standing still with a scoop that will be introduced this year at the Caravan Salon in Düsseldorf.

Leveling system for caravans

Lightweight, favorably priced and user-friendly are the requirements that an HPC system must meet. The latest product that has been given these characteristics is a leveling system for caravans. A hydraulic-electronic lightweight solution that can be loaded up to 3 tons.

The most extensive set consists of four electric motors that are mounted in the existing corner steadies, and two hydraulic jacks for the transverse axle. With this, you can lift, level and stabilize the caravan within 90 seconds. Only two jacks on the axle for leveling, or only the four electric corner steadies for stabilizing is also an option. You operate the system with an app on your smartphone. If the caravan's battery is drained, you can still operate the leveling system with a manual emergency control. The price for all this caravan convenience is around € 3500.-

Leveling system for campers

The automatic leveling system from HPC can lift, level and stabilize a vehicle up to 30 tons, so that unwanted movements are avoided. And all this without endlessly fiddling with ramps. The HPC system has a number of striking advantages.

Weight

Weight is one of them. By manufacturing the jacks from anodized aluminum instead of steel, not only is corrosion eliminated, but it also significantly reduces the weight that a leveling system adds to a camper's total weight. Where another steel system weighs about 90kg, the HPC leveler weighs about 55kg. A difference that can prevent a fine for overloading.

System

HPC has integrated the system's controls into a touchscreen. An advantage over just a few buttons, as you can display a clear image to show what the system is doing. Error messages can be read out, and it's ready for the future; updates can be performed via a USB port or Bluetooth connection.

In addition to the touchscreen, the system can also be operated with an app on your smartphone. An extra safety feature that allows you to see from outside the camper if everything is going as you wish. And in case of a power outage, there's an emergency operation with a hand pump.

Safe

The necessary safety features are also provided. The system will not work without the handbrake engaged. Should you try to drive off with the jacks still extended, warnings will follow, and you can only set off once you have corrected the mistake.

Fast

It also works fast. Within 90 seconds, you're level or ready to drive again. The footplates of the jacks can move so that they stand firmly even on uneven ground. When retracted, the plates secure themselves so that they don't rattle during the journey.

Besides comfort and convenience, the system has a few more advantages: by tilting the camper, the tanks drain completely, and in storage, you can lift the camper, which saves the tires. A complete HPC leveling system costs around € 5500.-

Auxiliary air suspension systems

Every camper driver knows it: overtake a truck when it's windy, and quite a bit of swaying occurs. The standard suspension of the commercial vehicle that serves as the camper base is not designed to always drive with maximum load. Auxiliary air suspension helps prevent this problem. An air bellows is then added to the existing suspension.

HPC's air system is double-acting, with each bellows controlled separately by an air pump. This greatly improves driving behavior. Crosswind sensitivity decreases, and with more pressure on the front wheels, the camper steers much better. It also reduces tire wear. In addition, with air springs, you can also level the camper, provided the unevenness is not too great. However, stabilizing as is possible with a leveling system is not possible. For that, you can combine both systems for ultimate ease and comfort both at the camper pitch and on the road.

For more information about HPC Hydraulics and dealer addresses: www.hpc-hydraulics.nl

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