Mobile hydraulics is often called on for tough forestry jobs, and Diamond Mowers’ new Belt Drive Disc Mulcher is suited for contractors and mulching professionals who specialize in land clearing, vegetation and forestry management, and pasture reclamation. It features increased torque to obliterate anything in its path without slowing down, recovers twice as fast as […]

A wood products company decided to conduct a treasure hunt for energy savings on its compressed air system.  Plant personnel were scheduled to have a production outage during a one-week period — and so they invited a compressed air expert to help them identify any suggested improvements to the system. Industrial plants frequently have staff […]

During its more than 60-year-long history, Finnish-based Black Bruin has delivered innumerable hydraulic drive solutions to manufacturers of forestry equipment and their end users, loggers and contractors all around the world. These highly durable and energy-efficient solutions will be showcased on stand N:03d at the Swedish Forestry Expo from June 1-3, 2023. Equipment used in […]

Trelleborg Sealing Solutions has promoted Eric Simerman to Technology Laboratory Supervisor, Research and Development Services. Simerman will manage all aspects of the laboratory with an emphasis on both short- and long-term test activities. He will focus on providing superior technical service and growth across the entire Trelleborg Sealing Solutions portfolio. “As the primary commercial engineering […]

A lumber processor installed a remote lubricant-injected rotary screw compressor in an outbuilding to supply compressed air to a debarking system out in the yard.  Lubricant injected air compressors normally pass some compressor oil into the system — usually about 4 parts per million for a well-maintained compressor — even though there is an air/oil […]

Atlas Copco has developed its new DVS vacuum pump series with a focus on this requirement profile. The result: the DVS models are oil-free, dry rotary vane pumps that guarantee emission-free, quiet operation and do not contaminate the processes. High efficiency at competitive costs “This makes them ideally suited for a wide range of applications, […]

With the intelligent Aquamat i.CF, Kaeser Kompressoren has redefined condensate treatment. Available for delivery volumes up to 90 m³/min, this new oil-water separator now comes equipped for the first time with the Aquamat Control internal controller, which undertakes active management of the process while simplifying maintenance planning and making service work cleaner. Wherever compressed air […]

 A sawmill maintenance department requested a compressed air assessment to determine the efficiency of its system and to find out if any improvements could be made to reduce their compressed air system operating costs. They called in an auditor who placed data logging equipment to measure pressure, flow, and power. From these measurements, the auditor […]

One of the things I love about the triennial IFPE Show in Las Vegas is that I always get new insights on component manufacturers, even ones I thought I knew well. Such was the case this year in talking to Matt Grussing, Director of Sales – Western Region & Key Accounts, at Bailey International. I’ve…

The NPT Series of quick couplings offered by Turkish manufacturer, Oleocon Hydraulic, features flat surfaces that are easy to clean. Thus, the entry of extraneous particles into the hydraulic system is minimized. Other benefits include: • imperviousness at minimum levels and is environmentally sensitive • by keeping the air inlet at minimum levels during connection, […]

Rotary screw compressors are the dependable backbone of an industrial compressed air supply. With a multitude of features, the innovative CSD/CSDX range from Kaeser Kompressoren fulfills this role more efficiently, dependably, and economically than ever before, while at the same time reducing a company’s CO² footprint. The most important highlight of these compressors is their […]

A routine audit of a wood products company has turned up some surprising results on a system that was thought to be very efficient. The system is simple — one compressor, a 100-hp variable speed drive controlled (VSD) screw compressor, and a heatless desiccant air dryer. Data loggers were placed on the system by a […]

With an eye toward achieving its global decarbonization goals, Danfoss North America recently signed a power purchase agreement with CIG Capital, a U.S.-based project financing firm, to purchase about 75 MW of solar power from a solar farm in Texas, starting in 2025. The initial agreement term is 12 years, allowing Danfoss to fully replace…

Fluid System Components Inc. (FSC) has announced the acquisition of Norcan Fluid Power Co. (Norcan), representing the latest example of the company’s strategic objective to invest in and strengthen its position as a value-added fluid power distributor. The acquisition of Norcan, a fluid power distributor serving multiple mobile and industrial industries across Western Canada —…

A metal products company had a system of multiple compressors arranged in two compressor rooms.  The maintenance workers were having constant problems setting up their compressors to run in a logical sequence. For some reason, the main compressor would never turn off in automatic start, which would allow them to save energy.  The big compressor […]

Piab has continued to evolve its piCOBOT program by adding a larger version. Developed with the needs of customers in mind who work with small industrial robots and cobots, its high payload combined with a low building height enables maximum capacity usage. With its lifting capability of up to 35 lb, the piCOBOT L is […]

A wood products company had issues with its compressor room. Despite installing good filtering, the compressor oil and air coolers would clog up with sawdust — and the compressors would constantly overheat. The maintenance manager, remembering something from one of his previous jobs, decided to move his compressor coolers outdoors. This worked great in the […]

Danfoss Power Solutions has launched its multiplate system in North America. The configurable coupling system enables users to simultaneously connect and disconnect up to 6 hydraulic lines fitted with the company’s flat face quick-disconnect couplings with a single movement — enabling faster assembly, maintenance, and attachment changeout. The multiplate system improves operator ease of use and […]

Hägglunds has won the Spotlight On New Technology Award from the Offshore Technology Conference (OTC 2023) for the Atom motor, which is the world’s most compact powerful gearless drive that can be used to convert electric energy or diesel power to rotary motion. With compactness, reliability and long service life, the Atom supplies not only more…

Sure Grip Controls Inc., a subsidiary of Bailey International LLC, (Bailey) has announced the acquisition of Rockford, Ill.-based Industrial Electronic Controls (IEC). The acquisition of IEC will expand the company’s product portfolio and provide additional expertise in electronic throttles, displays, and sensor manufacturing. Sure Grip Controls will continue to develop and grow IEC’s business. “Combining […]

Are you a compressed air professional who would like to get CAGI Certified?  Currently there is a reduced price for writing the Certified Compressed Air System Specialist exam to obtain your CCASS designation. Having this designation is important as it shows you have the knowledge required to be competent in the industry, knowing the general […]

Oil-free compressed air is crucial for packaging companies as there is zero tolerance for oil vapor presence in production. For a flexible packaging company serving North America’s food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries, detecting oil contamination would mean a facility shutting down, resulting in significant production loss and maintenance costs. In addition, if oil traces reach […]

How do you determine the diameter of the compressor room header pipe? Many piping installers might take a look at the outlet diameter of the air compressor and chose a similar size, but due to the variety of different outlet sizes, and the combination of flow of multiple compressors in a room this may not […]

The 2023 NFPA Fluid Power Vehicle Challenge program has expanded again this year with a new race focusing on regenerative braking capabilities. Coinciding with their senior capstone design courses, or done as an extra–curricular activity, 23 universities have registered to compete in this year–long program. With the support of NFPA Pascal Society donors, once again, this year’s program will feature…