In the most traditional sense, a directional control valve simply dictates the direction of hydraulic flow in some regard. The inline check valve is … [Read More...] about How do directional seated valves operate?
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When can you use manual hydraulic valves?
By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Although many valves have a manual adjustment, as the knob on a flow control or the hex screw on a relief … [Read More...] about When can you use manual hydraulic valves?
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Komatsu expands its range of hydraulic breakers
Used in a variety of rock and concrete demolition applications from scaling a tunnel, to running a pedestal-boom on a quarry, or tearing out reinforced concrete abutments, breakers are essential … [Read More...] about Komatsu expands its range of hydraulic breakers
Versatile machines thanks to electronic pump controls
Manufacturers of mobile machines must decide whether to control their pumps using pressure, torque or swivel angle — and always have to accept compromises as a result. The same applies to numerous … [Read More...] about Versatile machines thanks to electronic pump controls
AEM announces new officers and directors for 2022
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) announced its 2022 officers and directors elected to the AEM Board of Directors and Agriculture and Construction Equipment Sector Boards during its … [Read More...] about AEM announces new officers and directors for 2022
Danfoss bullish about its merger with Eaton, sees the future as exciting
As it came up on the three-month mark for its acquisition of Eaton Hydraulics, I spoke with Eric Alström, president of Danfoss Power Solutions, about how the merger is going between the two companies … [Read More...] about Danfoss bullish about its merger with Eaton, sees the future as exciting
Applied Nano Surfaces partners with Precision Finishing on wear reduction technology
Applied Nano Surfaces (ANS) has entered a strategic partnership with Precision Finishing Inc., to advance a unique variant of its core Triboconditioning technology — a process developed to provide for … [Read More...] about Applied Nano Surfaces partners with Precision Finishing on wear reduction technology
Swing-axle cylinders combine travel comfort with rigid work platform
Mobile machines have to meet widely differing requirements. To get to a job site, they need good off-road capability. While they are working, however, high rigidity and stability are essential. Add to … [Read More...] about Swing-axle cylinders combine travel comfort with rigid work platform
eLION platform for electrifying mobile machines
Manufacturers from all sectors have recognized that electric drives are an important building block for future viable, sustainable mobile machines. To support and encourage the electrification of … [Read More...] about eLION platform for electrifying mobile machines
Can a dirty industry come clean? How mining equipment is becoming more sustainable
Anyone who has worked underground or in surface mines knows that it’s a hard and dirty job. And the process of extracting ores and minerals usually has a negative environmental impact. For … [Read More...] about Can a dirty industry come clean? How mining equipment is becoming more sustainable
Fuzzy-logic controls simplify crawler excavator controls
New XCMG products unveiled during MINExpo are reportedly adapted to work under highly challenging conditions. The 95-ton XE950G crawler excavator, with a bucket capacity of 6 m³, is an efficient and … [Read More...] about Fuzzy-logic controls simplify crawler excavator controls
Powerful demolition robot features more effective hydraulic breakers
The new Brokk 900 is said to be the world’s largest and most powerful demolition robot. Compared with its predecessor, the unit features enhanced design, more rugged engineering and 25% more power, … [Read More...] about Powerful demolition robot features more effective hydraulic breakers
Rexroth’s Atom motor, condition monitoring technologies enable uptime in mining
The big highlight for Bosch Rexroth at this year’s MinExpo held in September was its new Hägglunds Atom hydraulic motor. Smaller than traditionally offered over the years, the Atom was actually … [Read More...] about Rexroth’s Atom motor, condition monitoring technologies enable uptime in mining
Hitachi mining excavator gets hydraulic system upgrade
Hitachi Construction & Mining, a division of John Deere Construction & Forestry Co., announced the EX2000-7 — its latest EX-7 series mining excavator that is said to enhance efficiency, … [Read More...] about Hitachi mining excavator gets hydraulic system upgrade
Volvo expands range of electric-hydraulic machines
Volvo Construction Equipment has introduced three new electric compact machines, the L20 Electric wheel loader and EC18 Electric and ECR18 Electric excavators. The units join the current L25 and ECR25 … [Read More...] about Volvo expands range of electric-hydraulic machines
Mobile hydraulic technologies dominate 2021 Hydraulics LEAP Awards
Winners of the 2021 LEAP Awards (Leadership in Engineering Achievement Program) were announced this afternoon in a digital ceremony, with products across 12 categories. This annual competition saw a … [Read More...] about Mobile hydraulic technologies dominate 2021 Hydraulics LEAP Awards
Purdue researchers raise tractor efficiency
Purdue University researchers have undertaken a $3.2 million Dept. of Energy project to optimize the hydraulic systems that connect tractors and implements. “Fluid power is everywhere,” said Andrea … [Read More...] about Purdue researchers raise tractor efficiency
