Moog Inc. has introduced the new D927 proportional valve to complete its direct operated servo-proportional valve line. The D927 is an ISO 4401 size 05 valve, built to complement the D926 size 03 valve introduced in April 2022. Like the D926 valve, the D927 is a direct-operated valve with integrated electronics driven by two proportional…

Material handling machines lead the pack in terms of electrification and autonomy, as their compact designs are a perfect fit to test out sustainable options. As battery-powered machines continue to grow in the mobile market, one area stands out as an obvious choice for their expansion — mobile material handlers. The smaller size and lower power […]

By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor “Sensor” is an interesting word as it applies to industrial machinery and electronics, especially when we personify what it means to be sensing something. We can sense our environment through one of our various sensory systems, and if you ask some, sensory systems exist outside the realm of traditional science.…

The global shipping and marine industry is, like all industries, pursuing new ways to become more environmentally friendly. The use of environmentally acceptable lubricants (EALs) can make a major impact in that push. By Joshua Dickstein, Ph.D., Technology Development Manager, The Lubrizol Corporation Industries around the world are making sustained efforts to better protect the […]

A company had a press used for forming steel bumpers for large trucks. The circuit was designed with a logic-type prefill valve. This valve was used to bypass the cylinder’s retraction flow of 290 gpm back to tank. It also featured a low-pressure closing spring to reduce any vacuum on extension. The 4-way directional valve…

In future, updating pneumatic circuits through the IoT will help manufacturers stay current and benefit from the opportunities available to them. Contributed by Mike Parzych, Product Marketing Manager  •  Norgren Smart, internet-connected devices have become increasingly significant in all areas of life, and industry is no exception. The use of automation, artificial intelligence, and advanced analytics […]

The International WorkBoat Show highlights sustainability efforts as it returns to the Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, November 29 – December 1. For many fluid power users and manufacturers, the final trade show of the year is the International WorkBoat Show, which returns to the Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, November 29 to…

This year, four companies have been recognized in the new combined Fluid Power category of the LEAP Awards (Leadership in Engineering Awards). Since the awards inception, fluid power was broken out into Hydraulics and Pneumatics but have been brought together under one umbrella. The LEAP awards acknowledges innovation and engineering achievements from around the globe.…

Last month, I had the pleasure of attending Pack Expo in Las Vegas for the first time in about five years. I’ve always enjoyed that show, seeing all the packaging machinery and conveyors operating, watching the pneumatics and motion control technologies do what they do best. But I did notice one thing this year — a […]

The global agricultural machinery and supplier industry will be on show at Agritechnica from November 12 to 18, demonstrating inspiration and solutions for the complex challenges of global crop production under the motto “green productivity.” Finnish hydraulic motor manufacturer Black Bruin is proud to be part of this with sustainable innovations to be showcased on […]

IC-Fluid Power Inc. today announced that it has been wholly acquired by Bernd Hunger who assumes the role of President at the same time. Bernd Hunger has been involved full-time in various positions at IC-Fluid Power since 2010 and succeeds his father, Armin Hunger who started the business in 1989. “On behalf of the entire…

Kathryn Baisley, Fluid Power Test Engineer for Milwaukee School of Engineering’s Fluid Power Institute, highlights the importance early exposure to STEM courses had on her education and career choices. For Kathryn Baisley, a last-second decision to change her major led to a career in a field she didn’t know much about — fluid power. Baisley…

AMSOIL has launched new Commercial-Grade Tractor Hydraulic/Transmission Oil for hard-working agricultural and commercial equipment. It delivers exceptional value for customers seeking an upgrade over conventional and synthetic-blend oils. Formulated with greater than 50% synthetic content and high-performance additives, AMSOIL Commercial-Grade Tractor Hydraulic/Transmission Oil minimizes viscosity change and provides outstanding wear protection. It features anti-wear additives […]

Coxreels, a 3rd generation family owned and operated business, will observe 2023 as a time to remember its strong and loyal customers, the many achievements of the past, celebrate its accomplishments of today, and look forward to a successful future. Established in 1923 as Cox Air Gauge, Coxreels set the bar as the industry standard […]

Accurate, repeatable pressure regulation for applications like testing industrial products and processes, running fountains, or controlling the temperature of saturated steam can be easily achieved with the right pressure regulator assembly. A Proportion-Air QBX proportional electro-pneumatic pressure regulator piloting a Burling Valve BD4 pressure reducing regulator is an ideal combination to meet the demands of […]

In many industrial sectors where sheet metal handling is required, vacuum handling is increasingly used,  and suction cups have become an essential element of safety, reliability, and productivity. With CTC high-performance bell-type suction cups, COVAL has brought manufacturers the best of both flat and bellows suction cups to enhance system efficiency. The main feature of this […]

On Friday, September 29, Singer Industrial (formerly SBP Holdings) joined forces with TS Products Inc., which will operate within the Dakota Fluid Power Division of Singer Industrial. TS Products, established in 2001, is owned and operated by Steve and Tammy Schultz. The business operates out of Dundas, Minnesota and specializes in the manufacturing of hydraulic…

On September 29th, 2023, Singer Industrial joined forces with Capital Rubber & Gasket Co., headquartered in Sacramento, California. Capital Rubber & Gasket will operate within the Industrial Rubber Division of Singer Industrial and, with this addition, will increase Singer Industrial’s North America footprint to approximately 90+ locations with over 1,300 employees. Capital Rubber & Gasket […]

Bosch Rexroth announces Erwin Wieckowski, P.Eng. as the new President and CEO of Bosch Rexroth North and Central America based in Charlotte, NC, effective October 1, 2023. The role has been performed on an interim basis by Reinhard Schaefer in addition to his role as a member of the  Divisional Board of Management with responsibility…

Spartan Scientific proudly releases its latest engineering success, the Series 35G5 diaphragm style solenoid valve. Designed to excel in challenging environments and engineered for exceptional durability, this stainless-steel valve brings a new level of reliability and versatility to fluid control applications. The Series 35G5 solenoid valve is available in 1/4, 3/8, and 1/2 in. NPT […]

Bio-Hydraulic Fluids, Bio-Ultimax 1000, from Renewable Lubricants, are ultimately biodegradable vegetable based formulas that replace mineral oil based hydraulic fluids. Bio-Ultimax hydraulic fluids are formulated to perform in hydraulic systems that require Anti-Wear (AW), anti-rust, anti-oxidation, anti-foam, and demulsibility properties. They are highly inhibited against moisture and rusting in both fresh and sea water and […]

Tribonex AB (Tribonex), the industry lead in innovative surface treatment technologies for friction and wear reduction, announced the successful addition of an equity partner, EIT InnoEnergy, a major investor in the sustainable energy innovations arena, with a significant participation also from First Venture Sweden AB, the main shareholder in Tribonex. The fresh capital injection comes…

By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Pneumatic systems are widely used within industrial environments to power machinery and equipment, providing reliable and efficient performance. The Filter-Regulator-Lubricator (FRL) is vital in maintaining optimal air quality and pressure within these systems. However, when selecting an FRL, one must not overlook the significance of understanding FRL air flow characteristics, […]

Festo launches MS-Basic, a family of pneumatic service units in polymer housings that offer attractively priced components covering most application needs. MS-Basic air preparation components have the functionality to perform the most important technical tasks necessary for proper compressed air preparation and consist of pressure regulators, filter regulators, electric on/off and soft start valves, as […]

If I could time travel back to my early 20s to my job at the car wash, I’d get a kick out of my awe regarding the little hydraulic motor that could pull a track loaded with twelve cars so easily and smoothly through the wash. I was so clueless about hydraulics that I once…