Sauer-Danfoss has developed the first load-sensing valve in its portfolio for the low-flow segment. The PVG 16 facilitates the integration of load-sensing system design and electrohydraulic actuator technology – bringing high productivity, lower total system costs and easier fulfillment of emissions and safety regulations. Based on proven PVG technology and components, the PVG 16 is […]
Crane-Bel, International and Hydraulic Management Group join to create Fluid Power Engineering Global
Crane-Bel, International and Hydraulic Management Group join hands to create a formidable Fluid Power Engineering Global force. Combined, Crane-Bel and Hydraulic Management have 90 years of oil hydraulic experience with global fluid power products and applications. Today, their course of action is to produce and supply hydraulic products, which are efficient in saving energy, to machinery […]
Quaker Chemical Acquires Summit Lubricants Inc.
Quaker Chemical Corporation (NYSE: KWR) announced that it has acquired Summit Lubricants Inc., a leading specialty grease manufacturer, effective December 31, 2010. The purchase price of$30 million approximates Summit Lubricants’ anticipated 2011 net sales. The acquisition is expected to be accretive to earnings in 2011. Summit Lubricants is a North American manufacturer and distributor of specialty greases […]
HydraForce Integrates Valve Library into Automation Studio
HydraForce has collaborated with Famic Technologies Inc. to incorporate their valve library into Famic’s Automation Studio software.
A Second Look at Electro-Hydraulic Motion Control Systems
Designing a hydraulic control system involves several design considerations and tradeoffs. Key among them are selecting the proper system components and setting up the motion controller with the proper control algorithm.
Seals take the shock out of cycling
When a Taiwanese company that specializes in high-end shock absorbers for bikes had a leakage problem with rear shock absorbers, Trelleborg Sealing Solutions provided an answer with a configuration of specialized seals.
Parker BLA Boost Unit Simplifies Building of Hydrostatic Transmissions
The BLA Boost Unit simplifies the building of closed or semi-closed hydrostatic transmissions by replacing the conventional charge pump and corresponding valves in many applications.
Check Valve Assembly For Full-Power Brake Systems
The Check Valve Assembly is ideal for full power hydraulic brake systems that must store energy in two separate accumulator circuits. It features high flow capacity up to 11 gpm and a maximum operating pressure of 3,625 psi.
Piston Accumulators Handle Deep Sea Drilling Requirements
High-pressure piston accumulators for the oil and gas market have working pressure ratings up to 30,000 psi and capacities of 160+ gal.
TRD Manufacturing Introduces the MH Series and TAS Cylinders
MH Series and TAS Series cylinders designed to deliver more reliability in heavy-duty industrial operations.