AKG America is launching several new products at MINExpo 2016. The MCS Series (multiple cooler systems) is a new large cooler suitable for a wide range of harsh environments including agriculture, construction, mining and more. The MCS Series brings the compact size, performance and ruggedness of the AKG cooler to engines from 1,500 to 5,000 […]
When should you use high-pressure motors?
High-pressure motors are able to accomplish more in a smaller package compared to medium-pressure technology. When it comes to enhancing performance of both mobile and stationary hydraulic systems, high-pressure technology can be used to reduce package size, improve starting torque, and reduce system costs. At the end of the day, this means that skid steer […]
What are cylinder stop tubes?
Cylinder stop tubes are simply metal collars or tubes that are placed around a hydraulic or pneumatic cylinder’s rod between the piston and head. They are designed for use only when a cylinder will have extra long strokes. Used primarily in horizontal applications, they help to prevent side loading and other column strength issues such […]
Engineering a groundbreaking hydraulic hybrid
Here’s an inside look at the concepts, engineering and testing behind Caterpillar’s highly successful 336EH hydraulic hybrid excavator. By Aleksandar Egelja, Engineering Manager, Advanced Hydraulic Systems, Caterpillar Inc. Recently, I had the pleasure of addressing Fluid Power World’s inaugural Technology Conference in Milwaukee. The discussion centered on Caterpillar’s innovative 336EH hydraulic-hybrid excavator, and how this novel design increases fuel […]
IFPS upgrades Electronic Controls Specialist Certification
The International Fluid Power Society (IFPS) has recently upgraded its Electronic Controls Specialist Certification. The ECS Certification is designed to review and test understanding, specification, and application of the full breadth of electronics used in the fluid power industry from simple sensors and limits to HMIs, controllers, and networks. With support from the fluid power […]
Prevent dump pump failure with Muncie’s Three-Line System
Muncie Power Products Inc.’s line of dump pumps is available in a three-line system option to help prevent the most common dump pump failure of high temperatures resulting from the pump being operated too long in neutral. A three-line system includes a separate line to return hydraulic oil from the cylinder directly to the reservoir […]
IFPE 2017 to include multiple education offerings
IFPE 2017 will host the Energy Efficient Hydraulics and Pneumatics Conference (EEHPC) in addition to offering hands-on “college course” education on the effective use of hydraulics in mobile equipment. IFPE and the co-located CONEXPO-CON/AGG exhibitions will be held March 7- 11, 2017 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The Energy Efficient Hydraulics and Pneumatics Conference (EEHPC) […]
Manuli Hydraulics announces a new acquisition PSI Hydraulics Private Limited
Manuli Hydraulics, a division of Manuli Rubber Industries (MRI) announces the acquisition of majority of the shares of the Indian company PSI Hydraulics (PSI). PSI is India’s third largest company in the field of Hydraulic Fluid Conveyance Solutions, having operations in Bangalore and Udaipur. Manuli will now assist through investments and know-how to help PSI […]
Learn how dynamic simulation can improve your hydraulic designs
The upcoming Fluid Power Technology Conference in Milwaukee offers engineers and designers a number of opportunities to network and learn from industry experts—as well as pneumatic and hydraulic manufacturers—at the two-day event. To be held at the Milwaukee School of Engineering’s Kern Center on Tuesday and Wednesday, June 21 and 22, the event will feature […]
IFPE will be home to the first-ever 3D printed excavator
A group of engineering students and researchers is in the process of building key components on the world’s first 3D printed excavator, to be unveiled at CONEXPO-CON/AGG and IFPE 2017. It will be on display at the Las Vegas Convention Center March 7-11, while pieces and parts of a second construction excavator will be printed […]
