Duplomatic MS Spa, a company within the Daikin Group, is pleased to announce a significant development in Germany. Günther Till GmbH & Co. KG, a well-known German cylinder manufacturer and already a part of Duplomatic MS since December 2021, has successfully signed an agreement to transfer the assets of Phillip Acon Hydraulik GmbH, a branch […]
Calculating hydraulic cylinder column strength
Hydraulic cylinder column strength is essential in most applications. Here, we go into some basic specifications to consider when selecting, mounting and using hydraulic cylinders. By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor As someone who helps run a cylinder manufacturing company, I can tell you that hydraulic cylinder column strength is a poorly understood concept by designers…
5 ways to control hydraulic cylinder speed
By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Hydraulic cylinders are unique in that they’re nearly 100% volumetrically efficient, although they are subjected to losses from mechanical efficiency. This means that nearly all the fluid stuffed into them results in proportional linear movement, but only some of the pressure required by them is to move their loads. Regardless,…
Indispensable hydraulics: making light work in waste & recycling
Waste and recycling applications are dominated by hydraulic technologies, where the power density, ruggedness, speed and precision they provide are crucial to uptime. By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Hydraulics have proven to be a versatile and efficient technology in various industries, offering precise control, reliability, and extraordinary power density. Some industries are lightly equipped with […]
Precise and localized pneumatics complement advanced motion controls in packaging machines
Packaging machine manufacturer Coesia and its sister companies rely on system integration for efficient, precise and fast operations. With a focus on streamlined systems that reduce pouch or carton handoffs and offer the ability to move non-standard sized materials, Coesia companies R.A. Jones and MGS turn to modern motion control systems married with precision pneumatics […]
5 reasons your pneumatic cylinder isn’t working
By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Pneumatic cylinders are essential in various industrial applications, providing the mechanical force needed to move loads, automate equipment, and perform countless other tasks. However, pneumatic cylinders encounter issues that impede their performance like other machine components. When your pneumatic cylinder isn’t working as expected, it can lead to downtime, reduced […]
Test rig for 70-ton vehicles uses advanced controls and hydraulics
Moog Inc. has delivered a high-performance test system for Spain-based Piedrafita Systems that the company now uses to design vehicle suspensions. Among its current projects, Piedrafita is using the new test rig — installed in July 2023 — for the SRB Project, which aims to develop a revolutionary hydropneumatic rotary suspension for armored vehicles. Through…
6061-T8 aluminum tube from Alfiniti now meets ASTM standards
Alfiniti Inc., a producer of drawn aluminum tube and pipe, has registered the 6061-T8 temper with The Aluminum Association and secured its inclusion in the American Society for Testing Materials (ASTM) standards. This provides a standardized definition of the temper’s manufacturing methods and mechanical properties that was unavailable until now. The lightweight and durable 6061-T8 temper…
Multi-chamber cylinders increase excavator efficiency
Norrhydro, based in Tampere, Finland, and Volvo Construction Equipment are moving ahead with field trials of a new excavator concept that engineers say could revolutionize machine hydraulic performance. If proven successful and widely adopted, the system could improve overall productivity of various types of off-road equipment and help meet the mobile industry’s sustainability targets and […]
New compact rotary actuators are dropping in fast
IC-Fluid Power recently launched its new IC Series of helical spline rotary actuators. Though the company has been providing custom rotary actuators made by Eckart since 1989 for demanding applications, it has received numerous requests for more standardized, drop-in replacement actuators for various systems. The new standardized IC Series shortens lead times so OEMs can […]
Domin joins LandOne project to electrify aircrafts
Domin is excited to announce that it is collaborating on a £36M project to develop digital actuation systems that remove central hydraulic systems and enable more electric aircraft. “We want to achieve net-zero air travel by 2050, and I want UK firms to lead the way developing the exciting technologies of the future. Backing our…
How do you select pneumatic cylinder seals?
By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Although pneumatic cylinders operate in many conditions, their capacity to withstand the pitfalls of those conditions often comes down to the chosen sealing technology. The performance and longevity of pneumatic cylinders depend on the quality of their seals. A seal’s primary purpose is to contain the compressed air within the […]
How do you repair pneumatic cylinders?
By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor I’ve seen many pneumatic cylinders in my fifteen years in fluid power. From pancake to ISO and from NFPA to compact round line, there are as many types of air cylinders as there are applications for them. With so many cylinders and ways to use them, there are many ways […]
Hydraulic cylinders staying tough and getting smart
By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Technological advancement is accelerating at an exponential pace. Consider only fifty years ago how hydraulic cylinders were constructed much the same as they are today, yet how much has electronic, information and digital technology surpassed our venerable actuators? Hydraulic cylinders are simple and effective. They are so effective, in fact, […]
Electronic service tags simplify maintenance
Sometimes, a small change can make a big difference. In this case, small means a 1 x 1 in. sticker that holds hydraulic cylinder nameplate information. Milwaukee Cylinder’s new self-adhesive Electronic Service Tag allows customers to download nameplate information, such as the serial number and cylinder properties, and request a seal kit or duplicate cylinder quote with a…
Hydraulic rotators let harvesters revolve freely
Forest machine manufacturer Ponsse is launching the new HH360 rotator, which lets the harvester head freely rotate 360° without limitations. The harvester head speeds up wood processing, makes the operator’s job easier, and reduces hose failures. The product was developed in close cooperation with hydraulic motor and rotator manufacturer Black Bruin, and Ponsse has exclusive […]
Oilgear drop-in helical rotary actuators for mobile machinery to be launched at IFPE
Oilgear will launch its newest SM helical rotary actuators at IFPE in Booth S-80541 next month. SM helical rotary actuators for mobile machinery are designed to replace multiple components and function as a rotating device, mounting structure and bearing, all-in-one. They offer high power density with high drive and holding torque capabilities in a small, compact […]
Why do pneumatic cylinders fail?
By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor It would be easy to assume all cylinders fail in the same fashion — that hydraulic cylinders bypass and air cylinders experience bent rods. However, it’s a false assumption because the nature of their operation and intended application differ. Sure, a hydraulic cylinder can bypass but not as easily as […]
Festo introduces Pneumatic Essentials for easy-order/fast-shipping
Festo launches the Pneumatic Essentials program, an ambitious global undertaking to streamline ordering, ensure fast delivery of guaranteed in-stock pneumatic components, and produce more compact parts for today’s smaller footprint, energy efficient machines. In addition to competitive prices, guaranteed availability, short delivery time, and innovative design, customers are assured of world-renowned Festo quality components that […]
Festo introduces online 3D CAD Configurator for actuators and accessories
Festo continues to enable original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to lower engineering and purchasing overhead and bring machines to market faster with the company’s new online 3D CAD Configurator for pneumatic actuators and associated accessories such as fittings, lengths of tubing, and sensors. The tool is intuitive and easy to use. Once the actuator is selected […]
Milwaukee Cylinder announced its new Electronic Service Tag
Milwaukee Cylinder announced its new Electronic Service Tag, which comes standard on its H, MH, LH, and A series cylinders and allows smartphones to be used to download cylinder nameplate information and to request a seal kit or duplicate cylinder quote right from the phone. The tag contains both an NFC chip and a printed…
Peninsular hydraulic cylinders available from AutomationDirect
AutomationDirect proudly enters the hydraulic components market with the addition of quality Peninsular hydraulic cylinders to their comprehensive line of automation products. These double-acting cylinders are interchangeable with other popular brands of NFPA hydraulic cylinders, are offered with bore sizes from 1-1/2 to 4 in., stroke lengths up to 24 in., and tapped end caps…
What is the best cylinder piston seal?
By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor How long is a piece of string? So what? Did you think you’d get a straight answer on a subject like “what is the best cylinder piston seal?” There is no best piston seal, just like there is no best car (it’s the Mazda Miata, by the way). If you’re […]
Galland Henning Nopak adds configurable cylinder, accumulator models to online catalog, CADENAS PARTsolutions
Galland Henning Nopak, a manufacturer of hydraulic and pneumatic solutions, custom-designed cylinders, accumulators, and valves, has added an online catalog and CAD model configurator to their site. Built by CADENAS PARTsolutions, the new features include Nopak’s most popular fluid power solutions. The e-catalog and configurator will simplify the design and specification process for engineers by…
Ultra-compact pneumatic cylinder for small movements in tight spaces
Festo adds a new space-optimized product to its line of pneumatic cylinders ‒ the ultra-compact ADN-S – for performing small movements in tight quarters and, in so doing, helping machine designers keep their projects as space-efficient as possible. Festo took the ISO standard ADN double-acting cylinder and shrank the housing length to create a significantly […]