Mary Gannon

At the Danfoss Distributor Meeting earlier this month, I had the opportunity to sit down with Daniel Winter, president of Danfoss Power Solutions, for the first time since he took the helm in January 2025. Read on to see where he says Danfoss will continue to grow, what its strategic advantages are, and how it’s…

By Ron Marshall, Contributing Editor Fred had been the plant engineer at the packaging facility for nearly ten years, and he thought he understood his compressed air system well. The compressors ran, the machines worked most of the time, and whenever there was a moisture problem someone usually changed a filter or drained a receiver […]

For the first time in its history, Alkon has tapped an outsider to lead the company. Fluid Power World’s Mary Gannon sat down with Alkon’s new CEO Rahul Deshmukh, to see where he will be focusing as he takes the helm at the company. Known for its pneumatic fittings, tubing, cylinders, and valves — for…

A note from the editor In our September issue of Fluid Power World, we concentrate on how digital technology, connectivity, electrification and smarter controls are being integrated into systems. Our cover story from Bosch Rexroth looks at how construction machinery is embracing connected systems, while our Design Notes feature explores HeavyTech’s ground-up approach to hybrid…

As many know, there are few ways to improve upon pneumatic and hydraulic technologies. They already offer high pressures that are unmatched by competitive technologies, reliability, precision and much more. While efficiency gains are always needed, an area where the industry is seeing improvements is with connectivity. On both the mobile and industrial side, connected…

At the NFPA’s IEOC back in August, the association brought together leaders from OEMs and market intelligence for a panel discussion on what the future holds for mobile machinery and the part hydraulics will play. Integrated systems were a huge part of the discussion, but where this discussion led revealed that OEMs are not really…

Donaldson Company Inc. has introduced the Donaldson Hy-Pro Reservoir Headspace Dryer. The Reservoir Headspace Dryer (RHD) removes free, emulsified, and dissolved water from hydraulic and lubrication fluids in their reservoirs by generating dry air and circulating it through the headspace. The process enables moisture to transfer from the oil to the dry air stream. The […]

Contributed by Xing Hong, Founder, WRKR Seal Hydraulic systems depend on reliable sealing at every connection point. When an O-ring fails in a hydraulic circuit, the consequences range from minor fluid weeping to catastrophic pressure loss, environmental contamination, and unplanned downtime that costs thousands of dollars per hour in heavy industry. Yet a significant share […]

Versa Products Company Inc. released the C5 NAMUR lockout valve, a compact, direct-mounted solution designed to provide positive actuator isolation during maintenance and shutdown procedures while delivering dependable performance in demanding industrial applications. Designed for direct mounting to pneumatic actuators, it can be mechanically locked in either the energized or de-energized position. When unlocked, the…

As automated machines become more capable, increasing amounts of decentralized I/O are needed. Conventional approaches often rely on multiple dedicated input and output modules, increasing hardware, commissioning, and additional components that machine builders and system integrators must engineer, stock, and support. Festo addresses this challenge with a new configurable digital I/O module for the CPX-AP-I […]

Stewart Hunt is proud to celebrate its 70th anniversary, marking seven decades of helping manufacturers and industrial businesses across New England and Eastern New York solve complex fluid power challenges with dependable products, technical expertise, and responsive service. Since its founding in 1956, Stewart Hunt has operated with a simple philosophy: every customer has unique…

Bosch Rexroth celebrated the grand opening of its expanded Industrial Hydraulics warehouse with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on August 11, in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. The expansion will support Bosch Rexroth’s efforts to consolidate operations through a 50,000-square-foot, one-campus concept to streamline production and logistics, while reinforcing the company’s continued commitment to the Lehigh Valley. “Bringing our operations…

Optimizing industrial systems can be done easily with variable-displacement axial piston pumps. As industrial manufacturers continue to focus on improving efficiency, controllability, and energy usage, variable-displacement axial piston pumps have become an increasingly important technology for optimizing hydraulic system performance. While the core technology has been established for decades, continued advancements in pump controls, variable…

A note from the editor Our August 2026 issue of Fluid Power World explores how fluid power technology continues to evolve alongside the changing demands of modern machinery. Our feature coverage examines the changing role of hydraulics as mobile machinery becomes increasingly electrified, tracing the evolution from basic electrical controls to today’s more sophisticated, efficient…

The combination of suction cups and matching adapters from Sommer-Technik creates a system which combines maximum flexibility with high performance. Whether in high-speed automation processes or when handling delicate workpieces, these components are designed to grip reliably, move safely, and position accurately. One key advantage lies in the variety of materials: from HighTemp HT to […]

Last month, Danfoss finalized its acquisition of Italian hose and fittings manufacturer, Alfagomma. I sat down with Domenico Traverso, President, Fluid Conveyance, Danfoss Power Solutions, to learn what this means for both companies going forward and what customers will expect as the combined Alfagomma and the Danfoss Fluid Conveyance division would create a massive leader…

The NFPA Education and Technology Foundation  has awarded 20 $2,500 scholarships to students pursuing fluid power related fields of study. A minimum GPA of 2.5 out of 4.0, 500-word essay, and letter of recommendation were required from each applicant. The NFPA Foundation’s goal is to help graduating high school students, and individuals enrolled in community colleges,…

AutomationDirect now offers Ashcroft T4 series mechanical temperature switches which provide reliable temperature monitoring and control for demanding industrial applications. These rugged switches feature high 15A SPDT switch contacts that can directly control larger loads, reducing or eliminating the need for external contactors or interposing relays. The T4 series offers field-adjustable setpoints over a wide…

Preventing downtime before it starts is crucial to safe, cost-effective and reliable hose assemblies. By Trey Travis, Vice President of Operations, Southeastern Hose In manufacturing environments, reliability is everything. Production schedules and worker safety all depend on systems operating as intended. While pumps and control systems often receive significant attention during maintenance planning, industrial hose […]

Contributed by Ron Marshall Richard, the maintenance manager at a plant that manufactures powdered coatings, was used to dealing with heat. The curing ovens in the facility ran hot, and summer months always made the production floor uncomfortable. But one area of the plant seemed especially unbearable — the compressor room. Every time Richard stepped […]

At its 42nd Annual Meeting & Annual Convention in May at the JW Marriott in Indianapolis, NAHAD welcomed an outstanding turnout, including its largest group of first-time attendees and industry professionals, reflecting the continued growth and momentum of the community. With more than 120 exhibitors showcasing the latest products, innovations, and services, there were ample […]

Delta Motion has added a new Trapezoid Waveform Command to its RMC Motion Controllers, providing machine builders and test engineers with an efficient method for generating any type of trapezoid, triangle, sawtooth, and square wave motion profiles for both position and pressure or force control applications. This complements the sinusoidal and curve waveforms already offered…

Earlier this year, Robin Hodgson was tasked with fully bringing SFP Hydraulics into the Roth Hydraulics’ fold. When Robin Hodgson left high school in the UK, he had a few options: continue onto the higher education route, leave for a Government Student Employee Scheme, obtain an apprenticeship, or drop out of school. He chose the…

By Chad Peters, Product Manager for Equipment & Hydraulic Fittings at Continental For hose distributors, hose assembly shops and hose service operators, crimping is more than a routine production step. It is the process that joins the hose and fitting so the finished assembly can perform as intended. When the crimp is done correctly, it supports […]

A note from the editor Our July 2026 issue of Fluid Power World puts the spotlight on hose reliability, with a cover feature from Southeastern Hose on why proactive inspection — not run-to-failure maintenance — is the smarter path to avoiding costly downtime. We also break down the science behind fire-resistant hydraulic fluids, from water-based…