A note from the editor
Hydraulics continues to be the only player when it comes to power density. Even as electrification trends continue and alternative actuation methods make headlines, fluid power remains unmatched in applications demanding power density and durability in compact machines.
From smart maintenance strategies, to the evolving role of global players like Continental’s ContiTech, we’ve assembled perspectives that connect engineering fundamentals with broader business transformations. You’ll also find guidance on energy efficiency, safety, and electrification trends — each offering insights when designing next-generation systems or keeping decades-old machinery running.
Highlights from this Issue
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Energy Efficiency: A look at compressor blowdown valve failures, and how small overlooked parts can quietly drive up costs and risks.
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Design Notes: Moog’s swivel technology for FPSOs, enabling safe and continuous transfer of fluids, power, and data in offshore oil production.
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Electrification: Mapping fluid power’s role across mobile and industrial markets, with insights from NFPA’s Technology Road Map and what customers are asking for now.
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Fundamentals: Josh Cosford on the very real dangers of hydraulics — high-pressure injection, fire risk, and stored energy — and how to prevent accidents.
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Mobile Hydraulics Feature: Martin Cuthbert of Webtec explains how structured maintenance programs and smarter testing tools extend equipment life, cut downtime, and protect operators.
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Corporate Profile: As Continental prepares to spin-off of ContiTech, CEO Andreas Gerstenberger details how independence, plant expansions, and a focus on “in the region, for the region” manufacturing are setting the company up for growth in mining, agriculture, and energy.
Mary C. Gannon • Editor-in-Chief
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