Rota Engineering Ltd, a worldwide specialist on Ex d Connectors, debuted their DR4 Connector. This is the first certified Ex de IIC T6 Gb II 2G connector that may be disconnected with power on both sides and without the need for a hot work permit. Based on the technology developed by Rota it contains beneficial […]
HydraForce achieves ISO 9001:2008 certification
HydraForce Hydraulic Systems (Changzhou) Co. Ltd. has achieved ISO 9001:2008 certification for manufacturing hydraulic manifold systems, making it the third HydraForce facility to be ISO 9001-certified. HydraForce plants in Lincolnshire, Illinois, U.S.A. and Birmingham, England, U.K. are already ISO-9001-certified. The Changzhou plant, located about 120 miles west of Shanghai, opened for business in June 2011 […]
Threaded caps from MOCAP
MOCAP’s threaded caps protect threads and fittings from moisture, contamination and damage during production, shipping and storage. These threaded caps are produced in Red Polyethylene plastic and allow for easy application and handling. Available for BSP/Gas Fittings, Metric Threads and Flared JIC Fittings and stocked for immediate shipment. For more information, visit www.mocap.com
Fluid Power Industry Leaders Set to Gather for Industry and Economic Outlook Conference
Many National Fluid Power Association (NFPA) member companies, invited guests, and other fluid power-related industry professionals will converge on Oak Brook, IL August 20 – 22 for the 2012 NFPA Industry and Economic Outlook Conference (IEOC). During this event, industry experts will share analyses and the hard data needed to stay focused on the economic […]
Three companies reach NFPA ‘Legacy Builder’ giving level
The NFPA Education and Technology Foundation acknowledges three companies that have reached its “Legacy Builder” giving level: Bimba Manufacturing Company (Monee, IL), Caterpillar Inc. (Joliet, IL) and Parker Hannifin Corp. (Cleveland, OH). By reaching the Legacy Builder level—$25,000 in cumulative donations to the Foundation—they can use the “Legacy Builder” logo on their company letterhead and […]
Comatrol introduces SV15 High Flow Solenoid Valves
Comatrol introduces the SV15 High Flow Solenoid Valves. The 11 cartridge valves have flows up to 60 LPM (16 GPM), giving customers a technical alternative to some CETOP D03 (NG6) valves. Additionally, the SV15 family extends Comatrol’s existing portfolio of spool-type solenoid valves, now with 46 different valves to choose from for on-off directional flow […]
Valves from Bosch Rexroth
The controllable 2/2 directional cartridge valve LC2A-1X from Bosch Rexroth opens up a variety of functions in hydraulics using available standard parts. The hydraulic valve series comes in seven sizes ranging from 16 to 100. As the overall functionality is built from individual standard parts, engineering and assembly costs can be reduced. Likewise, circuit modifications […]
Improve Performance and Protect the Environment through Better Systems Design at NFPA Webinar on July 19
Designers of hydraulic systems will have the opportunity to learn how to design safe, reliable and efficient hydraulics from a leading expert at the next National Fluid Power Association (NFPA) Educational webinar, to be held on July 19, 2012 (Thursday) starting at 2:00 p.m. Eastern / 1:00 p.m. Central. Preventing leakage in hydraulic systems Presenter: […]
Hydraulic Pressure Relief Cartridge Valve from HydraForce
HydraForce released a hydraulic pressure relief cartridge valve that meets the highest level of safety of the European Pressure Equipment Directive (PED) 97/23/EC – Category IV, Group 2. The RVD50-20P cartridge valve is CE-marked and intended for high pressure applications that must comply with PED 97/23/EC, such as hydraulic accumulator charging circuits for hydrostatic brakes, […]
Stainless Steel Air Cylinders from Fabco-Air
Three styles of cylinders are available with all exposed surfaces made of stainless steel. The Pancake® is a round, compact cylinder of uni-body construction with a smooth outside surface that does not trap wash down solution or allow bacteria growth. NFPA tie rod cylinders as well as the “F” Series “throw-away” styles provide an easy […]
