With plants all over the world either shutting down, starting back up, or somewhere in between, we are all in a limbo status while we wait for COVID-19 restrictions to phase out. One thing that remains constant is the continual need for education. Until May 29, Des-Case is providing free online certification training courses (normally […]
Gates to donate more than $535,000 to COVID-19 response
Directed by the company’s global headquarters in Denver, the Gates Industrial Corporation Foundation is working with nearly 100 Gates facilities around the world to identify and help fund local nonprofits that are making a difference. The Foundation is also offering double matching for U.S. employee donations to COVID-19-related organizations in this time of greatest need. […]
AEM connecting manufacturers with safety supplies for return to work
As communities, states, and companies decide whether and when to re-open for business in this unusual time of pandemic-induced isolation, one question weighs heaviest on decision makers: Once we decide to re-open, how do we do it safely? Starting May 13 , the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) and The Marek Group are teaming up…
SunSource partners with LeadMethod on sales process
SunSource has partnered with LeadMethod to support the sales process with additional capabilities in lead management and routing for customer service. In addition to creating efficiencies for sales and marketing processes, the company will also leverage the LeadMethod software platform to improve its communication with partner manufacturers on leads. “SunSource is a powerhouse in the…
MINExpo postponed until September 2021
MINExpo International, the quadrennial show for mining industry equipment manufacturers, engineers and users, has been postponed. In an announcement today, “The National Mining Association (NMA), the MINExpo International 2020 (Show) sponsor, has made its highest priority the health, well-being and safety of exhibitors, attendees, stakeholders and their respective families and colleagues, as well as our […]
Can you use air knives to cut compressed air costs?
It is very common to see pipes — or pipe plugs with holes drilled in them — fashioned into a blowing device in industrial plants. These are quick to build, and easy to install, but come at a price on the energy bill, due to the high energy intensity of producing compressed air. These applications […]
Barko Hydraulics welcomes Heavy Machines Inc.
Barko Hydraulics has announced the addition of Heavy Machines Inc. as the new Barko forestry equipment dealer for Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Vermont. As a diversified equipment distributor serving several regions throughout the United States, Heavy Machines has two branch locations in Maine, located in Portland and Skowhegan, to serve customers in the northeastern […]
Variable-displacement axial-piston pump features medium-control response
The PVWJ is Oilgear’s steadfast line of durable pumps offering cost-effective, stable and low maintenance solutions for OEMs. It is a variable-displacement axial-piston pump with a medium-control response. Like all Oilgear pumps, PVWJ pumps thrive on low-viscosity fluids — and come in a variety of frame sizes and displacement. PVWJ pumps come with a range […]
Hydraulic Symbology 303 – Compound Symbols
I’ve explained other compound symbols in previous Symbology lessons, although not from the specific perspective of intentionally using two or more combined symbols to make one complete, functional component. The detailed version of the pressure compensated pump symbol combines tiny cylinders with 3-way, 2-position regulators and a smattering of other small symbols to make one…
Managing uncertainty while moving ahead
With pandemic fatigue setting in, more and more states are looking to get back to business. While companies are dealing with immediate concerns like social distancing, staggered work shifts and deep cleaning, they also need to plan for recovery over the long term, according to Alan Beaulieu, president of ITR Economics. In a recent webinar…
Cleveland State is overall champion of 2020 Fluid Power Vehicle Challenge
Cleveland State took the Overall Champion trophy in the 2020 Fluid Power Vehicle Challenge, which took place virtually April 15-18, 2020 and was the largest Fluid Power Vehicle Challenge to date — with nearly 150 students, university faculty members, and industry supporters taking part. This was the second year in a row that Cleveland State…
New AC-immune coils for hydraulic valves in rail transport
ATAM, a manufacturer and supplier of encapsulated coils and industrial connectors, is launching a new series of double-wound, ac-immune coils specifically developed for heavy-duty hydraulic applications in the rail transport sector. ATAM’s series 463 through to series 466 have been extended to incorporate coils capable of suppressing electromagnetic interference from alternating current, which can “dirty” […]
Schroeder Industries unveils fluid cleanliness training program
Schroeder Industries is unveiling a new training program for OEM’s and MRO operations called “Schroeder’s Fast Fifteen,” which provides targeted fluid cleanliness concepts in 15 minutes. The company is using its 70 years of expertise to build out this brand-new training concept. With most corporations vying for users’ attention during this time, Schroeder is providing online […]
Versa Products launches online valve selection tool
Versa Products Co.has launched VersaSelect, an online tool to help identify the right Versa valves and accessories based on your specifications. The tool allows users to compare similar products, access product documentation, and buy online, thus simplifying selection. Users can select a valve by part number or attributes such as size, material of construction, flow,…
Bosch Rexroth reviews digital transformation solutions
IFPE 2020 was nearly two months away but because manufacturers use the event as a springboard for their many innovations throughout the year, new developments constantly follow the show. One company highlighting its recent technological innovations is Bosch Rexroth, which did not exhibit at the show due to its own COVID-19 travel restrictions. Despite not […]
AW-Lake maintaining standard lead times on flow meters
AW-Lake continues to maintain their standard lead times on flow meter orders to serve the needs of manufacturers, especially those experiencing a disruption in their supply chain. A survey conducted by the National Association of Manufacturers reported that 36% of manufacturers are experiencing supply chain disruptions or receiving parts late or not at all. AW-Lake can…
OTC announces technology awards, including Rexroth’s Subsea Valve Actuator
Although the in-person event has been canceled, The Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) is continuing to share positive updates from the industry. This week, it announced the 2020 recipients of the Spotlight on New Technology Award. Eighteen technologies from 14 companies from around the world will be awarded this year, including six companies that will be…
NAHAD to host virtual Annual Meeting of Members
NAHAD’s Annual Convention, which was slated for late last month, may have been cancelled, but NAHAD’s Annual Meeting of Members will still take place virtually on Wednesday, May 13 from 2-2:45 p.m. NAHAD’s Board of Directors will hear from leadership on the state of the industry, as well as the association’s key initiatives and deliverables […]
ICUEE is rebranding to “The Utility Expo” starting in 2021
When utility professionals converge on Louisville, Ky. from September 28-30, 2021, they will find more education, more equipment manufacturers and service providers with the utility industry in mind and an all-new name — The Utility Expo. “Over the years, ICUEE has become the utility industry’s premier platform for growth and we are continuously looking for…
Hydraulics harnesses offshore wind
A new hydraulic powertrain may pave the way for reliable and economical wind turbines. Offshore wind electricity generation has seen annual growth above 25% in recent years, as global consumers increasingly embrace renewable energy. The U.S. National Renewable Energy Laboratory predicts accelerated market growth in the next decade, with cumulative capacity rising to nearly 200…
Don’t keep leaks a secret!
A leakage test at a mattress making facility was done over one weekend. The facility had no main flow meter, so the testing was done using a flow meter made from a set of calibrated orifices when there was no production. The compressed air auditor did the test, and tallied up the orifices — and […]
As a global company, Webtec was better equipped to deal with COVID-19 struggles
As much of the world begins to start slowly reopening after shutting down non-essential businesses and encouraging social distancing due to COVID-19, companies like Webtec are in good shape because of their already global staff and preparedness. Martin Cuthbert, Managing Director, said the manufacturer of hydraulic measurement and controls, was more prepared for the global…
Fail-operational steer-by-wire valve for off-highway machinery
Eaton has started production launch of its SBX advanced steering valve, a fail-operational steer-by-wire valve for off-highway machinery. The compact, modular SBX valve increases machine flexibility and intelligence by enabling machine designers to tailor steering performance to the operator’s preferences and operating conditions. The SBX advanced steering valve was designed for use in a fully […]
Now we’ve learned just how essential fluid power really is
As I am now working from home full-time, and I juggling three full-time jobs — mom to three very active girls, teacher and editor — I am reminded of some wise words of advice that my girls’ teachers have reiterated since they were in preschool. Children need a routine and consistency throughout their days, when in…
MFP Seals steps up injection molding production in response to COVID-19
As it continues to operate as an essential supplier during the COVID-19 pandemic, MFP Seals’ team of engineers and machine operators are working hard to meet demand. The company is designing and manufacturing (or adapting someone else’s design to its injection mold and CNC machines), working hard to turn around projects in days, rather than […]