Mary Gannon

The International Fluid Power Society (IFPS) has updated and launched its Hydraulic Specialist (HS) Interactive Study Manual. Whether you are preparing for the HS Certification test or just want to boost your skills, the HS Interactive Study Manual makes learning easier.  Purchasing the manual gives you access for one year, allowing users to learn and understand…

Micro-PLCs with support for Wi-Fi and industrial communication protocols make it possible to add IIoT to any type of machinery in an easy and incremental manner. Bill Dehner, technical marketing engineer, AutomationDirect Pneumatically- and hydraulically-operated equipment is found worldwide in machine shops, factory floors, and production sites. While these heavy-duty systems excel at manufacturing and…

A simple example of explaining a self-relieving pressure regulator is to imagine having a balloon with two normally closed ends. Call the ends supply and exhaust. Assume the balloon is empty and you ask for more pressure in the balloon. The supply end opens until the balloon pressure equals the requested pressure, then the supply […]

Nitto Kohki USA has introduced a standalone vacuum pump device that is ideal for a range of pick–and–place applications, and is particularly useful when house air is not available. The LV–125A (Linicon) vacuum pump is compact, lightweight, and features an oil–less design to fit perfectly into clean room assembly operations. It has an extremely low […]

For any seal to function well in a fluid power application, it must resist the extreme forces attempting to squeeze the material through even the smallest gap like so much Playdoh. The gaps available to a seal to squeeze through are called extrusion gaps. To understand the extrusion gap, you must first understand the primary […]

Schroeder Industries is proud to release its Kidney Loop System Change-Over (KLCO). Through the use of the Kidney Loop System Change-Over (KLCO), plant owners and operators no longer need to compromise system/fluid condition during filter replacements. It goes without saying, the cleaner the fluid, the better the operating condition. According to sources like Noria Corp., contamination […]

Winners of the 2021 LEAP Awards (Leadership in Engineering Achievement Program) were announced this afternoon in a digital ceremony, with products across 12 categories. This annual competition saw a record number of submissions, as it aims to celebrates the most innovative and forward-thinking products serving the design engineering space. This year’s winners were chosen by […]

Gates has introduced its latest breakthrough hydraulic hose, the MegaSys MXG 5K, which is lighter, more flexible and more durable than a typical 5,000 psi (350 bar) hydraulic hose. “Our ongoing commitment to research and development has resulted in another world-first innovation from Gates. MXG 5K sets a new standard for hydraulic hose,” said Mike […]

Once a hydraulic hose assembly has been properly cleaned and crimped, there is still one more important step to ensuring they remain clean and contamination-free before use. Plumbing systems are often the largest locations for built-in contamination versus the rest of the hydraulic system. So, immediately capping the hose ends with either protective injection molded […]

Pirtek USA, a global on-site and retail hydraulic and industrial hose service provider, has demonstrated the strength of its brand by signing eight new franchisees to the system during the third quarter of 2021. PIRTEK USA was also named #123 on the 2021 Franchise Times Top 400 list. Since July, Pirtek has signed franchise agreements […]

By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Accumulators wear out just like all components used in hydraulic machinery. And just like most other components, proper maintenance lengthens the lifespan of accumulators. Some accumulator designs are not repairable, like most diaphragm types, but maintenance will extend useful life especially in repairable bladder and piston versions. There is no…

The International Fluid Power Society (IFPS) announces that Denis Poirier, Jr., CFPAI, CFPAJPP/AJPPCC, CFPCC, CFPIHM, was elected 2022 president and chair during the IFPS annual meeting.  He is the 62nd president of the IFPS and will take office along with the 2022 Board of Directors in January 2022. Poirier Jr. began his career in the U.S.…

For precise load handling in maritime applications, Seaqualize in the Netherlands develops custom-fit solutions. The company is currently working on the Delta600 prototype — an accessory to turn standard heavy lift cranes into Active Heave Compensated (AHC) machines for use on the world’s oceans. This is the world’s first inline AHC tool for in-air lifting…

NOSHOK announces the availability of upgraded 810 series compact temperature transmitters with expanded temperature range options and additional stem lengths. Features include: Compact size Proven PT1000 sensor provides reliability, stability and unbeatable performance All 316 stainless steel housing and wetted materials Fully welded construction with M12 electrical connection provides enhanced durability Standard temperature ranges from…

Due to its numerous properties and, specifically, its corrosion resistance, powder coating is used for many applications in the industrial sector. The salt spray test is the oldest corrosion resistance test and the most widely preferred to evaluate anti-corrosion coatings. Coxreels has recently exceeded 20% more hours than the recommended industry standard for salt spray […]

Lincoln Electric’s Air Vantage system is a critical piece of equipment for many operators in tough terrain, offering a welder, generator and air compressor. But the Air Vantage wouldn’t exist without VMAC, a mobile air manufacturer that provides compact yet powerful air compressor technology. “Lincoln Electric and VMAC have successfully worked together for the past […]

Ross Controls, which recently celebrated its 100-year anniversary, officially opened its new global headquarters on August 26, 2021. The event was attended by all employees in the area along with a number of guests including Ferndale Mayor Melanie Piana. The new headquarters is also home to Ross Decco, a coil and solenoid manufacturer Ross acquired […]

The National Fluid Power Association (NFPA) is offering up to $5,000 to help support NFPA member company fluid power internship/co-op programs. NFPA staff will collect applications and resumes from students interested in fluid power and provide members who apply with information on quality candidates for their open positions. If a member hires one of them, […]

By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor I’ll cut to the chase; the best days for the hydraulic vane pump are likely behind us but they’re not quite ready for extinction. Let me tell you why I feel this way. Just like much of technology from the early days of the twentieth century, the vane pump came […]

Linde Hydraulics GmbH & Co. KG has introduced a new generation of control valves for use in wheeled excavators. The new valve block VW 22/18 M5-03 for the open circuit is characterized by its modular system, while the monoblock with five sections plus pressure relief section represents the basic set-up. Optionally, three additional sections can […]

The proven and highly popular HPM110 digital pressure gauge from Webtec is now available with a USB interface to facilitate data logging. This optional version with real-time clock records both current measured pressures, as well as the minimum and maximum values. Users can transfer the stored data to a PC or laptop in CSV file…

Hydreco, the company of the Duplomatic Group has doubled its production sites in the Emilia region, Italy and will participate in the International Agricultural and Gardening Machinery Exhibition, scheduled in Bologna, Italy, from October 19-23 with the new range of external gear pumps (stand C28, hall 18). At the show the company will present its […]

The awards ceremony for 2021’s record-setting LEAP (Leadership in Engineering Achievement Program) Awards will be broadcast on October 14 at 3 p.m. EDT, as Design World, Fluid Power World, EE World and Fastener Engineering highlight those game-changing technologies that will make your job as a design engineer easier and take product innovation to the next…

Hydraulic hoses may appear clean upon arrival in your facility, but every step of the hose fabrication process creates internal contamination that needs to be removed. For instance, they may have contamination from the manufacturer — residual mandrel lubrication may still be inside the hose. Additionally, unless they are sealed from manufacture to your shelves, hoses […]

Hydraulic hose uses a reinforcement material sandwiched between its inner tube and outer cover. Although modern designs have used anything from textile fiber to polyester, most hydraulic hoses use steel wire as their reinforcement. Within the steel reinforcement type, there are two major construction styles – braided or spiral wire. Wire has almost no bending […]