Case Study: Marlin Technologies Powers Innovation for a Global Turf Care OEM

Overview

A global OEM specializing in turf care machinery faced mounting pressure to deliver advanced, reliable, and integrated systems under tight timelines. They turned to Marlin Technologies for a solution—and found a partner who not only delivered cutting-edge technology but walked with them every step of the way.

🚧 Challenge: Complex Systems, Compressed Timelines

Modern turf care machines are increasingly sophisticated, requiring seamless communication between multiple subsystems. The OEM struggled to integrate these systems cohesively without delaying their go-to-market schedule.

Marlin’s Response:

Marlin Technologies stepped in with a rapid development cycle that ensured all systems worked in harmony. Marlin’s ability to quickly engineer a unified solution prevented delays and enabled the OEM to meet their launch targets without compromise.

⚙️ Solution: Intelligent Integration & Adaptive Control

Marlin’s approach began with a comprehensive Machine Evaluation, mapping out the functionality and limits of every input and output. This groundwork enabled the design of a custom controller tailored precisely to the OEM’s application.

Key Innovations:

• Adaptive Dampening: Delivered fast yet smooth machine responsiveness.

• Master Controller Design: Consolidated multiple controllers into a single unit, simplifying architecture and reducing part costs.

• Electronic Differential: Engineered a unique solution to manage uneven wheel torque loads—an industry-first customization.

📈 Results: Performance Gains & Operational Efficiency

The impact of Marlin’s solution was immediate and measurable:

• Improved Drivability: The new machine outperformed its predecessor in responsiveness and control.

• Reduced Development Burden: Marlin’s fast turnaround and design precision eased the OEM’s internal resource demands.

• Cost Savings: Fewer components and streamlined integration led to lower production costs and simplified maintenance.

🤝 Partnership: Beyond the Sale

Marlin Technologies doesn’t just sell parts—we deliver solutions. From initial concept to post-deployment support, Marlin remained a hands-on partner.

Collaborative Highlights:

• Shared design iterations and requirements throughout development.

• Delivered a solution tailored exactly to the OEM’s needs.

• Continued support after installation to accommodate future upgrades and changes.

🔮 Future-Ready: Scalable for Electric Fleets

As the OEM transitions its fleet to electric platforms, Marlin’s controller and software are already designed with flexibility in mind. The solution is scalable across a wide range of turf care applications and adjacent markets.