Donaldson Company has introduced PowerCore® Edge, a compact, high-efficiency engine air cleaner for use in heavy dust environments. Released at CONEXPO-CON/AGG, this new filtration device is specifically designed to fit into tight under-hood spaces in off-road equipment and offer easier servicing than previous generations of air cleaners. Bringing the smallest footprint yet to the PowerCore filter line, PowerCore Edge offers front-service access for easy filter changes, a unique seal design with heat tolerance up to 100oC, and can fit either vertically or horizontally into tight engine compartments -solving the space constraint needs of today's equipment manufacturers.

"The widespread adoption of large, heat-emitting emissions control devices means less under-hood space is available for components like engine air cleaners, and under-hood temperatures are higher," said Al Hovda, General Manager of Donaldson Engine Air Systems. "PowerCore Edge responds to these demands and still delivers the high dust-holding capacity and filter life that have distinguished PowerCore filters for the last 20 years."

PowerCore Edge is also easier to maintain on the job. In a multi-stage air cleaner, an integrated pre-cleaner removes the heaviest dust before it can reach the primary filter. In heavy dust or debris laden off-road environments, OEMs may choose to add a scavenge vacuum system for more efficient removal of dust and debris from the pre-cleaner. When a scavenge system is used, PowerCore Edge improves serviceability by allowing the scavenge line to remain in place while servicing the pre-cleaner or the primary filter.