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How do you know when to replace your hydraulic pump?
By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Hydraulic pumps are a fundamental component in hydraulic machinery and they play a pivotal role in ensuring everything runs with the force and reliability you expect from hydraulics. Over time, though, pumps might show signs of wear and tear, just like any other piece of equipment. And just like most…
Plastic-steel energy chains reduce machine weight
With the need to reduce fuel consumption, mobile machine manufacturers often look to reduce their machine footprint and weight. Often, this is limited by all the components that need to be installed throughout the machine. For example, hydraulic hoses themselves are heavy even before the fluid is running through them so it’s important to make […]
Compressed air fail: Here’s a record you don’t want to break
One important item discussed in Compressed Air Challenge’s Fundamentals of Compressed Air Systems seminars is leakage. The most common waste category is compressed air. When studies are done looking at leakage rates compared to the total amount of compressed air produced, on average somewhere between 20% and 30% is found at manufacturing facilities (Fig. 1). […]
Motion names new automation intelligence GVP
Motion Industries Inc. has named Mike Esposito to Group Vice President, Motion Automation Intelligence, effective immediately. Most recently, Esposito served as Director of Motion Automation Intelligence’s Engineering Assembly Solutions (EAS), having joined Motion as part of the Kaman Distribution Group (including Kaman Automation) acquisition. With more than 25 years in industrial automation and manufacturing, he…
Material handling system features new vacuum technology
A new tooling system allows auto manufacturers to construct vacuum-end effector tools with minimal design time — to meet their exact needs for critical applications, such as sheet metal stamping, die-casting, injection molding, thermoforming, and glass handling. Made of hard-coat anodized aluminium, the Piab Modular Automation Tooling (PMAT) is lightweight and easy to assemble on-site […]
Komatsu to acquire U.S. battery manufacturer
The construction, mining, forestry, and industrial heavy equipment markets are experiencing rapid and massive growth in electrification driven by CO2 reduction efforts, regulatory demands, ESG and operational improvement needs. That’s the motivation behind the announcement that Komatsu, through its wholly owned subsidiary in the U.S., Komatsu America Corp., has agreed to acquire American Battery Solutions, […]
Expanded tractor valve platform enables use on wider range of models
Danfoss Power Solutions has enhanced its tractor valve platform with additional electrohydraulic module sizes as well as new mechanical modules, enabling the valve to be used on a wider range of tractor models. Proven in farm fields for more than 20 years, Danfoss’ tractor valve provides rear implement, front implement, and front loader control. Built […]
Webtec’s mechanical hydraulic tester offers increased flow capacity
Webtec is expanding its entry-level RFIK mechanical hydraulic tester series for the measurement of flow, pressure and temperature. The new RFIK270 displays an increased flow capacity of 270 lpm (70 US gpm), while pressure drop across the unit also sees a significant reduction. Webtec offers a broad selection of hydraulic testers, from 30 to 800…
How can you reduce air leaks without turning a wrench?
What if you could reduce all your leaks without turning a wrench? Well, it is possible with good pressure control. And sometimes it is as easy as turning a knob. The principle is shown in the following orifice chart, Fig. 1. As the pressure to a leak reduces by 1 psi, the flow consumed by […]
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Hydraulics in Agriculture: Increasing Large Scale EfficienciesBy Caelin Mills, Marketing Manager The Ferguson Three-Point Hitch tractor was first used in agricultural machinery hydraulic systems in the…
Hydraulics in Distribution Center Material HandlingHydraulics are integral in material handling throughout the supply chain. With movement, storage, protection and control of products, hydraulics help…
What Every Engineer Should Know About O-Rings and SealsHow Proper Sealing Plays into Fluid Power Applications By John Tranquili, Materials Manager Seals, gaskets, and o-rings are all key…
Highly customizable, simplified proportional valve is a step ahead of the competitionProportional valves are considered both flow and directional valves, to meter flow and control the direction in which flow is…
Electronic Valve TechnologyThe following is an overview of different technologies available when selecting the correct electronic valve for your application. Spider Valve…
Get Your Application under(Electro-Pneumatic) Control
Pneumatic pressure control devices to increase your accuracy, efficiency, and safety Precision, It’s Not for Everyone Less waste, increased cycle…
Why Dura-Bar is betterOverview Dura-Bar is the world leader in the production, technology, and application of continuous cast iron bar stock. Dura-Bar’s process…
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Komatsu to acquire U.S. battery manufacturer
The construction, mining, forestry, and industrial heavy equipment markets are experiencing rapid and massive growth in electrification driven by CO2 reduction efforts, regulatory demands, ESG and operational improvement needs. That’s the motivation behind the announcement that Komatsu, through its wholly owned subsidiary in the U.S., Komatsu America Corp., has agreed to acquire American Battery Solutions, […]
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Compressed air fail: Here’s a record you don’t want to break
One important item discussed in Compressed Air Challenge’s Fundamentals of Compressed Air Systems seminars is leakage. The most common waste category is compressed air. When studies are done looking at leakage rates compared to the total amount of compressed air produced, on average somewhere between 20% and 30% is found at manufacturing facilities (Fig. 1). […]
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SENSE-2 real-time oil monitoring system reduces operating costs
Tan Delta Systems, a manufacturer of real-time oil quality monitoring sensors and systems, is leading the way within the manufacturing and lubrication sector with the launch of SENSE-2. The new oil condition monitoring kit provides real-time data about machine oil quality to optimize maintenance and reduce operating costs. The SENSE-2 is plug-and-play and accurately identifies […]
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Plastic-steel energy chains reduce machine weight
With the need to reduce fuel consumption, mobile machine manufacturers often look to reduce their machine footprint and weight. Often, this is limited by all the components that need to be installed throughout the machine. For example, hydraulic hoses themselves are heavy even before the fluid is running through them so it’s important to make […]
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TIPCO Technologies and HydraTech Industrial Solutions merge
TIPCO Technologies (“TIPCO”) and HydraTech Industrial Solutions (“HydraTech”) are proud to announce their merger, forming one of the largest independent distributors of fluid conveyance and sealing solutions in the United States. The new entity will operate under the name TIPCO Technologies and will continue to be led by Rob Lyons as CEO of Commercial Business,…
