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Compressed air fail: Not set and forget
Joe was the plant manager at a busy manufacturing facility. He had been in the job for a few years and thought he had a good handle on everything. One of the systems he never really worried about was the big industrial screw air compressor out in the utility room. It had always worked just […]
Can I heat my seals to ease installation?
By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Here at Higginson Equipment, we produce a line of cylinders for the dump truck industry known as EconoMAX. On any given year, we produce between 7,000 and 8,000 of these for tailgate latch, air tarp systems, and tailgate high-lift applications. Each cylinder contains a T-seal for the piston, two end […]
Stainless steel and steel sealing plugs for fluid power systems
For hydraulic or pneumatic units to function properly, they must be closed systems with no pressure loss whatsoever. During production, it is often necessary to drill auxiliary bores for all channels required in the system. For these systems to function properly and to prevent pressure losses, these bores must be sealed tightly afterward. Component specialist…
Continental names Ryan Gocher Head of Distribution for Industrial Solutions Americas
Continental’s group sector ContiTech has appointed Ryan Gocher as head of distribution for its Industrial Solutions business in the Americas, effective July 1. He will succeed Guy Enta, who is retiring in July. In his new role, Gocher will report to Andreas Gerstenberger, CEO of ContiTech USA and Head of the Business Area Industrial Solutions…
Registration open for growing iVT Expo
With more exhibitors and a growing conference platform, the iVT Off-Highway Vehicle Technology Expo promises two educational-filled days August 20-21 in Chicago. Registration is now open for iVT Off-Highway Vehicle Technology Expo, taking place on August 20 & 21, at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, Chicago. This event, now in its fourth year in […]
DW Industries joins TIPCO Technologies
TIPCO Technologies announces a new partnership with DW Industries. This strategic partnership enhances TIPCO’s existing capabilities and expands its reach within the Houston market. DW Industries will continue to operate under the leadership of Richard Weaver, who shares a unified vision of growth through people, partnerships, and innovation. Tipco tech logo DW Industries has been…
Troubleshooting challenge: cylinder not cycling after pilot-operated directional valve change-out
Contributed by Robert Sheaf, Founder of CFC Industrial Training I was asked to travel to California to troubleshoot a problem with a hydraulic system. This system stroked a cylinder which pushed product into a furnace. The main directional valve was changed due to a porosity hole that started leaking oil only when the valve was…
DGD Fluid Power adds temperature sensing to CFT-Max (J1939)
DGD Fluid Power announced that its Cartridge Flow Transmitter CFT-Max is now available with temperature sensing. The CFT-MAX monitors hydraulic flows on mobile equipment and is J1939 compliant with an IP69 rating. Flows up to 150 gpm and a 6,000 psi pressure rating allow the CFT-Max to be used on the vast majority of systems…
How to optimize space in mobile hydraulics
Contributed by Hallie Riley & Victoria Lower • IC Fluid Power When you step onto the floor of an industrial plant, the vast scale and constant hum of activity are undeniable. Massive hydraulic presses and intricate pipework stretch across the floor with the kind of freedom this scale allows. Space is abundant and equipment can […]
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Quick Reference Guide to Rubber Materials Used in Fluid PowerApple Rubber provides a wide range of seals for the fluid power market. A common question is which rubber material…
Simplifying Valve Manifolds with Norgren’s VR SeriesPartner content with Automation24. Valve manifolds have traditionally been considered complex — but not anymore. Norgren is touting its new…
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…
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…
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…
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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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Registration open for growing iVT Expo
With more exhibitors and a growing conference platform, the iVT Off-Highway Vehicle Technology Expo promises two educational-filled days August 20-21 in Chicago. Registration is now open for iVT Off-Highway Vehicle Technology Expo, taking place on August 20 & 21, at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, Chicago. This event, now in its fourth year in […]
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Compressed air fail: Not set and forget
Joe was the plant manager at a busy manufacturing facility. He had been in the job for a few years and thought he had a good handle on everything. One of the systems he never really worried about was the big industrial screw air compressor out in the utility room. It had always worked just […]
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Can I heat my seals to ease installation?
By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Here at Higginson Equipment, we produce a line of cylinders for the dump truck industry known as EconoMAX. On any given year, we produce between 7,000 and 8,000 of these for tailgate latch, air tarp systems, and tailgate high-lift applications. Each cylinder contains a T-seal for the piston, two end […]
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Coxreels industrial duty LED lights for PC10 series model
Coxreels has introduced a new line of three industrial duty LED lights now available on the PC10 reels. The new LED lights feature a variety of industrial-grade features and options, including: a 50,000 hour rating, internal light diffusers, and shatter-resistant polycarbonate lenses. Coxreels’ new LED lights also feature adjustable steel hooks for hands-free placement. Whether […]
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Continental names Ryan Gocher Head of Distribution for Industrial Solutions Americas
Continental’s group sector ContiTech has appointed Ryan Gocher as head of distribution for its Industrial Solutions business in the Americas, effective July 1. He will succeed Guy Enta, who is retiring in July. In his new role, Gocher will report to Andreas Gerstenberger, CEO of ContiTech USA and Head of the Business Area Industrial Solutions…
