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By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Most of the articles I write are assigned to me by super-editor Mary Gannon, and this article on strain gauges is no different. Oddly enough, I helped our Amtec Hydraclamp division technician assemble and test high-pressure spring clamps just yesterday, which we tested using a strain gauge. These clamps are…

Bailey International’s electronics division, formerly known as Sure Grip Controls, a provider of custom control solutions for over 30 years, announces the groundbreaking of its new state-of-the-art facility in Victoria, BC. Once completed, this pivotal project will integrate the division’s operations under one roof, paving the way for enhanced efficiency and innovation in serving the…

Roth Hydraulics has significantly expanded its capacity for the internal machining of piston accumulators. Thanks to the comprehensive modification of an existing honing machine, the company can now machine cylinder tubes with a length of up to 10 m and a diameter of up to 560 mm internally. Previously, the maximum workpiece length was 5…

हाइड्रोलिक प्रतीकों का उपयोग एक पूरी हाइड्रोलिक प्रणाली के कामकाज को विस्तार से समझाने में आपकी सहायता के लिए व्यापक रूप से किया जाना चाहिए। हाइड्रोलिक मशीनें केवल पंप, वाल्व और एक्चुएटर्स तक ही सीमित नहीं होतीं, भले ही ये अक्सर मुख्य घटक होते हैं। लेकिन यदि इन्हें उपयुक्त कंडीशनिंग और मॉनिटरिंग उपकरण न मिलें,…

By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor When someone mentions a high-pressure hydraulic pump, the vane pump is not likely to come to mind. Vane pumps are often limited to 2,000 psi or less because of the physical limitations of their inherent design. Vanes must reciprocate inside slots while pushing on the cam ring, and when fully […]

Contributed by Robert Sheaf  •  Founder of CFC Industrial Training I was recently called by a customer who attended one of our advanced hydraulic training sessions. He was having a problem with an old rolling mill. The servo-controlled cylinder was oscillating that held position on one of the rolls. This cylinder helped maintain the thickness…

Editor’s note: In this new multi-part series, Devin Purcell will tackle the skills shortage that the fluid power industry is facing and offer creative solutions to address this challenge. Contributed by Devin Purcell, Technical Trainer Following up on my discussion about the brain drain that we are experiencing in the hydraulic industry, I now offer…

Kundinger, a Wisconsin and Michigan-based company delivering products and solutions in fluid power, automation and process control to a wide range of industries, is proud to announce its Motion Systems Group has earned Diamond Team Award recognition from Parker Hannifin. The 2024 award marks Kundinger’s fourth consecutive Diamond Team Award, with previous recognition in Parker…

Contributed by Marcel Stamber-Bur, Development – Industrial Valves, Thomas Daniel, Application Development – Industrial Valves, Lars Hauptmann, Product Division Marketing, Dr. Nora Nagele, Head of Product Division Marketing – all Hydac Fluidtechnik, GMBH, Sulzbach/Saarland The requirements for machine tools with regards to energy efficiency and quality have increased continuously over recent years. They need to…

Hydraulics are predominantly used in most mobile crane designs, from the cylinders for lifting, to valves for holding, and more. By: Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor We’ve all seen those crane yards when driving along highways near towns and cities. You know, the ones with their booms reaching high into the sky, proudly advertising the location […]

Helios Technologies Inc. is expanding its electro-proportional cartridge valve offerings with new solutions from its operating company Sun Hydraulics. Designed to meet customer requirements and enhance operational performance for a wide range of applications, Sun Hydraulics has designed proportional relief valves that fit into the compact T-10A cavity, ensuring compatibility and seamless integration with existing…

In celebration of Earth Day, Continental is highlighting its Crimper Recycling Program, a practical initiative that allows customers across the United States to trade in outdated Continental crimpers in exchange for new, high-performance models. The program promotes responsible end-of-life management of equipment while helping businesses optimize operations with the latest technology. “The Crimper Recycling Program […]

In a world of cutting emissions and designing sustainable machines, it’s often the shiny new innovations that get all the headlines. But one aspect of fluid power that’s often overlooked is its part in the circular economy. Legacy components still have a place in the mobile and industrial machines that may be running for decades.…

Cold presses using Delta Motion controllers help ensure consistently stronger, more accurate fittings for military vessels. With roots in the 1960s, W&O Supply has a lengthy pedigree in serving the maritime industry, doing everything from repairing valves to supplying pipe to retrofitting military vessels. The company has 18 branches across the U.S., Europe, and Asia,…

Fluid power manufacturers return to the Offshore Technology Conference in Houston May 5-8 to showcase their durable, reliable and powerful designs. With a new theme of Waves of Innovation >> Offshore Energy Excellence, OTC will highlight the groundbreaking advancements in offshore energy May 5-8 at Houston’s NRG Park, showcasing the industry’s drive for innovation. As…

Danfoss Power Solutions today announced the launch of its Synflex by Danfoss 3TMH thermoplastic hydraulic hose. The hose is designed to bring superior performance to material handling machinery such as telehandlers, boom lifts, scissor lifts, and more. Synflex 3TMH hose offers excellent durability and reliability. The hose is 10 times more abrasion resistant than comparable […]

The Fluid Power Systems & Technology Division (FPST) of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) and The University of Bath Centre for Power Transmission and Motion Control (PTMC) will once again host the 2025 International Symposium on Fluid Power and Motion Control (FPMC). This year’s event will be held in Anaheim, California, August 17-20.…

Six years ago, the International Fluid Power Society relaunched the industry’s Fluid Power Hall of Fame, having its first class in 2019 after several decades. The Hall of Fame was established to acknowledge those individuals who have dedicated their careers and have made significant contributions to fluid power technology. Over the past six years, 32…

The Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) announced the winners of their 2025 Spotlight on New Technology Award, which is given exclusively to OTC exhibitors who are reshaping the offshore energy sector through their innovation and development of technologies. This year, 10 technologies were selected for their demonstrated advancements in the industry. Bosch Rexroth was recognized for…

Danfoss Power Solutions launch its Thorx CLM 12 T cam lobe motor at bauma last week. Designed for construction machinery with rubber track drives, such as compact track loaders, the motor joins the CLM 8 S and CLM 4 S motors for skid steer loaders in the Thorx lineup. The CLM 12 T motor offers […]

   Supporting the people who continue to build fluid power Fluid power saves lives. That is how Captain Stewart McQuillan addressed the audience at the National Fluid Power Association’s annual conference in February. McQuillan, Colonel Sean McClung and Kristen Christy opened the conference to highlight their foundation and introduce the industry to a device…

Fluid power saves lives. That is how Captain Stewart McQuillan addressed the audience at the National Fluid Power Association’s annual conference in February. McQuillan, Colonel Sean McClung and Kristen Christy opened the conference to highlight their foundation and introduce the industry to a device he created to allow him to continue flying helicopters despite being…

At this year’s bauma, HydraForce is spotlighting its latest innovations in smart, compact hydraulic technology — aligning with the industry’s broader shift toward electrification, efficiency, and integrated intelligence. Visitors can see HydraForce and Bosch Rexroth technologies in Hall 3, Booth 327. A key focus is the Rexroth EDG-OBE, now available with onboard electronics (OBE). These […]

The Continental Executive Board has today decided to make the ContiTech group sector independent, spinning its industrial rubber business off from its automotive and tire business.  As the board evaluates next steps, a sale of the Contitech business is likely in the future, which is to be implemented after the spin-off of the Automotive group […]

With the compact, integrated MPR Performance radial piston motor, Bosch Rexroth brings more flexibility to the design of small mobile machines and increases productivity and energy efficiency. Compared to the MCR3, the patented motor design saves around 25% in components and up to 30% in length. This advancement reduces installation space and lowers the machine’s […]