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The 2022 edition of VMAC’s State of The Mobile Compressed Air Industry Report has been released, sharing fascinating insights from mobile air users. “We are pleased to release VMAC’s latest research on the mobile compressed air industry,” said Tod Gilbert, President of VMAC Global Technology Inc. “There is a lot of uncertainty with global events […]

Swagelok Company, a solutions provider of fluid system products, assemblies, and related services, is marking its 75th year in business by expanding its workforce on Cleveland’s west side through the addition of positions in its existing Strongsville facility and the purchase of an existing, 135,000-square-foot building in Valley City, Ohio. Swagelok’s new facility, located at […]

At a recent user conference put on by Bosch Rexroth in suburban Chicago, the company presented specifics on some of its latest components designed for use on mobile machinery. Specifically, we learned about products that, more than ever, incorporate hydraulics with electronics and software. This will lead to easier user experiences, additional flexibility in the…

The International Fluid Power Society announced its Fluid Power Hall of Fame Class of 2022. The Hall of Fame recognizes those individuals — innovators, researchers, application engineers, educators, as well as sales and service personnel —  who have dedicated their careers, and have made significant contributions to fluid power technology. This year’s class includes two…

Last month, nearly 900 attendees gathered for NAHAD’s 38th Annual Meeting and Convention at the Fontainebleau Miami Beach to reconnect with existing clients, engage with new customers, and take part in multiple educational sessions. The convention ran from May 15-18, and was kicked off with the “State of NAHAD” report by 2021-2022 by President Jeff […]

Kraft Fluid Systems Inc. has earned a Cleveland.com 2022 Top Workplace award. The annual list recognizes workplaces that make Northeast Ohio a better place to work by prioritizing a people-centered culture and giving employees a voice. Top Workplaces has been a beacon of light for organizations, as well as a sign of resiliency and strong […]

Milwaukee School of Engineering is saddened to share the news that Tom Wanke, CFPE, director of the Fluid Power Industrial Consortium and Industry Relations, passed away June 21, 2022. Wanke began his nearly 50-year career at MSOE in 1974 as a technician in the university’s Fluid Power Institute (FPI) while he was pursuing an education…

Certified Power Solutions has announced the acquisition of Skarda Equipment Company — a fluid power distributor serving all major industries across Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas and Missouri. Through this acquisition, Certified Power will expand its geographic reach and strengthen offerings and capabilities in industrial and mobile fluid power applications. “Skarda Equipment Company’s strong reputation and application…

The International Fluid Power Society has announced the upcoming 2022 IFPS Mentorship Program. This four-month program will connect emerging professionals with experienced, certified fluid power experts. The IFPS Mentorship program is designed to build a strong network in the fluid power community and facilitate key skills needed to succeed in the fluid power industry. The ideal…

The IFPS released a new and upgraded Industrial Hydraulic Mechanic certification and it is now available to order. The new release includes an enhanced study manual and test. If you are scheduled to take the certification test before September 1, continue using the study manual you already have. If you are taking the certification test after […]

Applied Nano Surfaces (ANS) was founded 14 years ago as an advanced surface finishing and coating technology innovator. The  company offers its technologies as a commercially viable and cost-effective solution to reduce component wear and friction on many of the critical parts that are produced within the industrial and mobility component manufacturing segment. The new […]

BARKO Hydraulics, a developer, manufacturer and distributor of innovative heavy equipment solutions for the forestry, vegetation management and material handling industries, is pleased to announce BARKO Insight, a remote platform designed to monitor the performance of heavy machinery. “BARKO Insight uses real-time data to inform proactive maintenance and operating decisions for a single machine or […]

Festo announces that PennAir, with corporate headquarters in York, Pennsylvania, now sells and supports the full range of Festo pneumatic and electric automation components and systems in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland, Delaware, Virginia, and West Virginia. According to Mark Snyder, Channel Director Festo Corp., “One of the most impressive things about PennAir is its holistic […]

The NFPA Education and Technology Foundation has awarded $2,000 scholarships to 19 students pursuing fluid power technology fields of study. A minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0, 500-word essay, and a letter of recommendation were required from each applicant. The Foundation’s goal is to help individuals enrolled in technical schools and universities pursue their…

Bailey International, LLC has announced the acquisition of Québec-based, Hydrolico International Inc. The acquisition of Hydrolico will expand Bailey’s product portfolio and provide additional expertise in hydraulic and pneumatic manufacturing. Bailey will continue to develop and grow the Hydrolico business in Canada and the United States. “This combination allows us to bring a combined 70…

Motion Industries Inc. is pleased to announce the formation of its fluid power business brand: Mi Fluid Power Solutions (Mi FPS). Unifying top tier fluid power business units — including the former Kaman Fluid Power divisions of BW Rogers, Catching FluidPower, Intellimotion, Calkins Fluid Power, Northwest Hose & Fittings, Western Fluid Components, and Inrumec along…

As first announced in September 2021, as of June 1, 2022, the Large Projects business of Bosch Rexroth in Boxtel (formerly known as Hydraudyne) has officially been taken over by Van Halteren Technologies, based in Bunschoten, the Netherlands. The new name is Van Halteren Technologies Boxtel. The activities remain unchanged — the development and production…

Fluid Power SME LLC a new and unique hydraulic and pneumatic design and consulting company is pleased to announce their company launch. With a sharp emphasis on technical competency and exceeding client expectations, Fluid Power SME offers access to highly experienced, certified experts for objective, third party design services and consultation, empowering their clients to…

IDAS Engineering has just launched a new eBay store that includes a technical eBook — Empirical Hydraulic Valve Analysis and Application Including Discharge Coefficient, Viscosity and Valve Geometry Effects — that can be ordered for free. The book contains nearly 120 pages to achieve four objectives. First, it explains in detail the transition from laminar […]

Danfoss Power Solutions, a provider of hydraulic and electric solutions for the construction, agriculture and other on- and off-highway vehicle markets, has appointed Tony Welter as the new president of its Hydrostatics division, effective immediately. Based in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, he will be a key member of the Power Solutions Leadership Team and report directly…

At last week’s 2022 Maha Fluid Power Conference at Purdue University, Chris Williamson of Danfoss presented Digital Fluid Power Systems: Challenges, Opportunities and “Critical Mass.” In his talk, he discussed some of the basics and offered his thoughts on the industry’s readiness for digital systems. Let’s start with the idea of critical mass, said Williamson.…

Iowa State University and Cleveland State University took Overall Champion in the 2022 Fluid Power Vehicle Challenge events hosted by Danfoss Power Solutions and Norgren. This year’s program held two separate Fluid Power Vehicle Challenge competitions in an effort to reach more students and industry members. The events took place April 20-22 and April 27-29, 2022 and…

Freudenberg Sealing Technologies has announced that Dr. Theodore Duclos, CTO, has elected to retire from the company on June 30 after more than 25 years of service. Duclos, who is recognized for championing innovative approaches to technology and manufacturing processes, has agreed to continue in an advisory role with Freudenberg’s e-Power Systems Business Group. “Dr. […]

CONEXPO-CON/AGG, and the co-located International Fluid Power Exposition (IFPE), slated to return to Las Vegas March 14-18, 2023, have gained a reputation for bringing results to global attendees and exhibitors, and is working to expand that reputation for the 2023 show. Considered one of the “Big 3” construction equipment trade shows globally, with the others…

Invitation The 13th International Fluid Power Conference will take place from June 13th to 15th, 2022 in Aachen. We cordially invite you to Aachen and hope you attend this conference to exchange technical expertise and talk with friends in the field. As one of the world’s largest conferences dealing with Fluid Power, the IFK gives…