One of the new product highlights at ICUEE this week from the Hydraulic Pump and Power Systems Division of Parker Hannifin Corp., was its new PC3, a … [Read More...]
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How do you safely precharge an accumulator?
By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor When high-pressure hydraulics fail, the result is often a whimper as a seal blows out and pressure decays to … [Read More...]
Industry News
New machines demonstrate utility industry flexibility
Equipment manufacturers serving the utility industry displayed a wide range of machines at the 2019 International Construction & Utility Equipment Expo (ICUEE) in Louisville, Ky., with products … [Read More...]
Vermeer’s new XR2 packs fluid-power performance
Taking full advantage of the power and flexibility of hydraulic and vacuum systems, Vermeer Corp., Pella, Iowa, introduced the innovative XR2 vacuum excavator at the ICUEE show in Louisville, … [Read More...]
Caterpillar launches next-generation mini hydraulic excavator
At this year’s ICUEE show in Louisville, Caterpillar unveiled the Cat 306 CR mini hydraulic excavator, which marks the company’s entry into the 6-ton class. According to Cat officials, the 306 CR mini … [Read More...]
Moog and Voith intend to establish a strategic partnership
The global technology company Voith Group and Moog Inc., both developers, manufacturers and suppliers of electric, hydraulic and hybrid drive solutions, are currently in talks to form a joint venture … [Read More...]
Systems thinking and diagnostic skills for today’s hydraulic technicians
It is no secret that hydraulic systems are known for their powerful, positive motion control. And unlike early iterations of hydraulic machines – which offered blunt force using an … [Read More...]
Liebherr’s strategy for electric mobile machines
Among mobile-equipment manufacturers, electrification — the concept of replacing diesel engines and traditional hydraulics with electric drives and batteries — is without a doubt a hot topic. But OEMs … [Read More...]
ICUEE returns to Louisville as largest ever, adds Career Skills event
New education opportunities, equipment test drives and product demos will be the highlight at ICUEE, which is set for October 1-3 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. The biennial … [Read More...]
The Work Truck Show 2020 marks 20th anniversary
Innovative technologies, more-efficient vehicles and game-changing upfit solutions have transformed the work truck industry over the past two decades. Since 2001, The Work Truck Show has showcased … [Read More...]
Smart hydraulics integral to automated dozing
Komatsu America, Rolling Meadows, Ill., recently introduced its Proactive Dozing Control logic, a fully-integrated dozing control system that lets operators perform auto-stripping, auto-spreading and … [Read More...]
Report: Shift toward mechanization increases demand for hydraulic gear pumps
Worldwide sales of hydraulic gear pumps are likely to surpass 55,000 thousand units by end of 2020, according to a recent research study. Rising demand from a wide-range of industries, including … [Read More...]
Registration open for IFPE and CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2020
Registration is now open for the co-located CONEXPO-CON/AGG and IFPE 2020 exhibitions. CONEXPO-CON/AGG and IFPE 2020 will be held March 10-14 in Las Vegas. Register online at www.ifpe.com and … [Read More...]
CONEXPO Latin America 2019 announces new co-located events
CONEXPO Latin America 2019 announces new professional development opportunities to help attendees increase operational efficiencies and safety and grow their businesses in the changing marketplace. … [Read More...]
NFPA endorses Manufacturing Day 2019
The National Fluid Power Association recently registered for the third year in a row to endorse Manufacturing Day (MFG Day), which this year will take place Friday, October 4. MFG Day is a … [Read More...]
11 industry leaders inducted into the 2019 Fluid Power Hall of Fame
Eleven individuals, six posthumous, have been inducted into the 2019 Fluid Power Hall of Fame. The Inaugural Class of 2019 is hosted this year by the International Fluid Power Society. The … [Read More...]
Nominations now open for AEM’s $50,000 celebratory grant program
In conjunction with its year long 125thAnniversary celebration, the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) is issuing five $10,000 grants to non-profit organizations who partner with AEM member … [Read More...]
