The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM), along with the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), knows that communication is key, with the increasing amount of data shared between equipment and project stakeholders. An ISO Working Group, comprised of several AEM members, is in the process of developing a global standard for worksite interoperability. The purpose of […]
Bosch Rexroth’s SafeMotion achieves CIP Safety over EtherNet/IPTM certification from ODVA
New certification gives machine builders more options to use Bosch Rexroth’s drive-integrated SafeMotion functionality, even with third-party PLC platforms using different automation bus interfaces. Bosch Rexroth’s drive-integrated SafeMotion machine safety platform has received the ODVA’s CIP Safety over EtherNet/IP certification, adding to the company’s capabilities to support major safety automation buses, including CIP Safety on […]
MHP Series inductive linear position sensors for cylinders
Alliance Sensors Group, a div. of H.G. Schaevitz LLC, has expanded its in-cylinder position sensor product line to include the MHP-7 series linear inductive sensors. These compact inductive linear sensors were designed to be installed into the rear endcap of hydraulic cylinders for operation at pressures up to 5000 psig. Their 1-in. hex aluminum or […]
AKG Thermal System launches new hydraulic conditioning unit
AKG Thermal Systems Inc. has developed a Hydraulic Conditioning Unit (HCU35) that can install on truck frame rails. Trucks or agriculture equipment that have a Power Take-Off (PTO) receives power from a source such as a running engine. The PTO transmits the power to an application such as an attached implement or towards a separate […]
The fascinating future of mobile hydraulics
At this Spring’s Fluid Power Technology Conference in Milwaukee, three panelists from major OEMs discussed the future of mobile hydraulics, and what changes designers can expect to see in the coming years. Sitting on the panel were Gary Dostal, Manager – Mechanical Engineering, Komatsu Mining Corp.; Greg Downs, Senior Principal Engineer, Zoomlion Heavy Industry NA […]
Moog and Voith intend to establish a strategic partnership
The global technology company Voith Group and Moog Inc., both developers, manufacturers and suppliers of electric, hydraulic and hybrid drive solutions, are currently in talks to form a joint venture based in Rutesheim. The project provides for a strategic partnership to expand the hydrostatic servo-hydraulics business in various industrial markets. The proposed joint venture aims […]
MHP Series inductive linear position sensor for cylinders
Alliance Sensors Group, a div of H.G. Schaevitz LLC has expanded its in-cylinder position sensor product line to include the MHP-7 series linear inductive sensors. These compact inductive linear sensors were designed to be installed into the rear endcap of hydraulic cylinders for operation at pressures up to 5000psig. Their 1-inch hex aluminum or stainless steel housing […]
Report: Shift toward mechanization increases demand for hydraulic gear pumps
Worldwide sales of hydraulic gear pumps are likely to surpass 55,000 thousand units by end of 2020, according to a recent research study. Rising demand from a wide-range of industries, including agriculture and construction, continues to work in the favor of hydraulic gear pump manufacturers. A report on Hydraulic Gear Pump Market by Fact.MR claims […]
NFPA endorses Manufacturing Day 2019
The National Fluid Power Association recently registered for the third year in a row to endorse Manufacturing Day (MFG Day), which this year will take place Friday, October 4. MFG Day is a celebration of modern manufacturing through nationwide events for schools and the public at local manufacturing companies meant to inspire the next generation […]
XF series joystick controller
APEM Inc. has announced the XF series; a ruggedized finger operated joystick controller specifically engineered for vehicles applications. This new joystick series is designed per the ISO 25197 standard, which establishes the requirements for design, construction and testing of electrical/electronic steering, shift and throttle and dynamic position control systems on marine watercraft up to 24m […]