By J. Eric Freimuth • Hydraulic Training Associates Hydraulics is all about the transmission of energy to perform work. As we discussed in our December article, accumulators store energy that can be used during power failure or when additional energy is needed. In certain situations, additional flow may be needed, so an accumulator can be […]
Cordless hydraulic pumps now available with single or double-acting valves
Enerpac’s XC-Series cordless pumps are now available in both single-acting and double-acting valve configurations. Offering the power of an electric powered pump with the convenient portability of a hand pump, XC-Series cordless pumps provide a cost-effective solution for remote locations or hard-to-access areas. This combination of features also makes the XC-Series one of the safest, […]
New JS1 joystick platform
After 25 years of supplying OEMs with joysticks and integrating them into systems, Danfoss is launching its new JS1 platform of joysticks, led by the release of the JS1-H family for heavy-duty applications. The JS1-H family combines a professional look, touch and feel making the joysticks not only operationally and technically impressive but also safe, […]
Baumer recognized as John Deere “Partner-level Supplier”
Baumer Group has earned recognition as a Partner-level supplier for 2015 in the John Deere Achieving Excellence Program. The Partner-level status is Deere & Company’s highest supplier rating. The Swiss-based company was selected for the honor in recognition of its dedication to providing products and service of outstanding quality as well as its commitment to […]
New hydraulic gear flow meters can take the pressure
Webtec, the hydraulic measurement and control company, based in Milwaukee, WI has announced the launch of a brand new range of high-pressure, precision gear flow meters rated up to 40 US gpm (150 lpm) for use on applications as diverse as hydraulic component leak testing, wind turbine lubrication monitoring and offshore diagnostic fault-finding. In an […]
New rear mount power take-off
Muncie Power Products has announced the release of a new rear mount power take-off in collaboration with its European sister company, Hydrocar. Muncie Power Products and Hydrocar have created a PTO with available modifications for both the European and North American markets. The rear mount model takes advantage of rear mount PTO openings now being […]
Spectronics Corporation acquires manufacturing company
Spectronics Corporation has announced the acquisition of H&I Manufacturing Inc., a precision machine and job shop located in Bohemia, NY. As part of the purchase agreement, H&I became a new division of Spectronics, and its machinery and personnel were moved into the parent company’s 100,000 square foot manufacturing facility in Westbury. Kristian Immoor, the former […]
Price Engineering acquires Fox Valley Fluid Power
Price Engineering Company, a provider of hydraulic and pneumatic systems, components and service, announced that it has acquired the assets of Fox Valley Fluid Power (FVFP), a local hydraulic repair and service company based in Kaukauna, WI. “The acquisition enables Price to continue to expand our footprint in the Fox Valley area.” says Tom Price, […]
Multi-function valve and pump controller
High Country Tek, Inc. has created a precision proportional controller that is rugged, versatile, compact, and simple to configure. Because of its programmatic flexibility, the EVC multi-function digital valve driver can be configured to control different machine subsystems, requiring only a simple configuration file for a range of functionality. And you don’t need to be […]
Direct stroke measurement in hydraulic cylinder
Whether it’s agricultural machinery, construction equipment, or municipal vehicles, intelligent sensors are indispensable nowadays throughout the mobile machine market. Accurately recording paths and angles is an integral component of intelligent operating functions. These functions improve not only the convenience, but also the safety of mobile machines. Using intelligent sensors also increases the performance and efficiency […]
