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Modular and block control valves for excavator use
Linde Hydraulics GmbH & Co. KG has introduced a new generation of control valves for use in wheeled excavators. The new valve block VW 22/18 M5-03 … [Read More...] about Modular and block control valves for excavator use
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NFPA offers incentives to increase fluid power internship programs
The National Fluid Power Association (NFPA) is offering up to $5,000 to help support NFPA member company fluid power internship/co-op programs. NFPA staff will collect applications and resumes from … [Read More...] about NFPA offers incentives to increase fluid power internship programs
Hydreco to highlight new gear pump, plant at Italian agriculture show
Hydreco, the company of the Duplomatic Group has doubled its production sites in the Emilia region, Italy and will participate in the International Agricultural and Gardening Machinery Exhibition, … [Read More...] about Hydreco to highlight new gear pump, plant at Italian agriculture show
Caterpillar expands technology platforms for hydraulic mining shovels
The Cat Next Generation hydraulic mining shovel displayed at MINExpo 2021 is engineered for the future, according to Caterpillar officials. The design fully integrates Cat Electronics and provides a … [Read More...] about Caterpillar expands technology platforms for hydraulic mining shovels
The Utility Expo launches app for show attendees next week
With more than 32 acres of exhibit space at North America's largest utility and construction show, attendees can have a hard time finding their way around the show floor. That is why show organizers … [Read More...] about The Utility Expo launches app for show attendees next week
Hoseless drilling machine improves uptime
At MINExpo 2021, Komatsu introduced a new underground hard rock drilling machine with several advanced features originating from customer input and collaboration. Unlike previous models, it includes … [Read More...] about Hoseless drilling machine improves uptime
Liebherr advances hydraulic efficiency and zero emissions
The global mining industry has demonstrated its commitment to cut greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in support of the Paris Agreement, with many major mining companies announcing decarbonization targets … [Read More...] about Liebherr advances hydraulic efficiency and zero emissions
Bosch Rexroth highlights Hägglunds drive technology at MINExpo
Bosch Rexroth will highlight its newest models of its Hägglunds direct drive hydraulic motors and other technology offerings for mining applications in booth 413 at MinExpo in Las Vegas. Key products … [Read More...] about Bosch Rexroth highlights Hägglunds drive technology at MINExpo
Danfoss and partners speed autonomous vehicle development
At the September NFPA/FPIC meeting, Peter Bleday, head of Danfoss Power Solutions autonomous vehicles group in Cambridge, Mass., discussed how the mobile industry has embraced more advanced … [Read More...] about Danfoss and partners speed autonomous vehicle development
Desktop Metal acquires fluid power additive manufacturing pioneer Aidro
Desktop Metal, Burlington, Mass., today announced it has acquired Aidro, a pioneer in the volume production of next-generation hydraulic and fluid power systems through metal additive manufacturing … [Read More...] about Desktop Metal acquires fluid power additive manufacturing pioneer Aidro
Linde Hydraulics appoints new R&D director
Dr. Johannes Schmitz has taken over the position of Director Research & Development (R&D) at Linde Hydraulics GmbH & Co. KG. Dr. Schmitz joined from the Weichai Power Science & … [Read More...] about Linde Hydraulics appoints new R&D director
Compact excavator features advanced hydraulic controls
The R2-series E88 compact excavator from Bobcat comes with several new advanced features to provide high power and lift capacity and extra productivity. The machine has a 14% increase in over-the-side … [Read More...] about Compact excavator features advanced hydraulic controls
Groundbreaking electrohydraulic system wins Volvo Technology Award
As part of the ongoing effort to improve hydraulic efficiency in excavators, the Common Pressure Rail Hybrid system by Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) is yet another innovation improving … [Read More...] about Groundbreaking electrohydraulic system wins Volvo Technology Award
Rescheduled MinExpo to open in Vegas in September
The event, which was postponed due to Covid-19 last year, is set for September 13-15 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. After being postponed due to Covid-19 last year, MinExpo will return to the … [Read More...] about Rescheduled MinExpo to open in Vegas in September
Airline Hydraulics acquires hydraulic repair business Hy-Performance
Airline Hydraulics (Airline) is pleased to announce the acquisition of Hy-Performance Hydraulics (Hy-Performance). Since 2013, Hy-Performance is a husband-and-wife team specializing in on-site repairs … [Read More...] about Airline Hydraulics acquires hydraulic repair business Hy-Performance
Utility Expo set to open with higher attendance than 2019 event
The renamed ICUEE event for those in the utility equipment industry is slated for September 28-30 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville. The Utility Expo (formerly known as ICUEE), will … [Read More...] about Utility Expo set to open with higher attendance than 2019 event
