316 Stainless Steel can provide an extra measure of protection in climates and applications where steel, bronze, and other materials could corrode and potentially fail.
Cyclone is new twist in hydraulic filter design
Hydraulic fluids flow through filters in a spiral pattern that improves flow, increases absorption capacity, keeps filters cleaner and protects hard-working equipment from contamination.
New multi-plate quick-connect solution from CEJN
CEJN has launched Multi-X, a range of easy-to-handle multiplates, designed to meet the demands of even the most challenging mobile hydraulic applications and making it possible to connect multiple hydraulic lines in one single operation.
Best Practices for Mobile Hydraulic Design webinar: October 13th
With ever-rising fuel prices, designing efficient hydraulic systems can pay big dividends for users of mobile hydraulic vehicles. Join Design World as we take an in-depth look at three critical areas of mobile hydraulic system design: filtration, sensors and sealing. Our expert panel will be presenting critical design tips and answering your questions.
Couplings connect under pressure
Faster has recently developed new FHV flat-face couplings, available in sizes 1-in. and 1-1/2-in. These high-performance couplings screw on under pressure. Typical situations for applications in earth moving machine and construction equipment.
Hydraulex Global names Ken Best as VP Sales and Marketing
After a year of ownership by Stonebridge Partners, Hydraulex Global will add Ken Best to its senior leadership team to enhance its ability to serve the hydraulics remanufacturing, repair and distribution markets.
Paul Heney on avoiding tradeshow mistakes
For the most part, industrial tradeshows are necessary evils. People who don’t travel seem to think they’re comprised of an endless array of fantastic locales, amazing meals and endless partying. Check out Editorial Director Paul Heney’s tips for engineers in the video below, along with some of the strangest mistakes he’s seen people make at their booths.
Daman’s unconventional quality assurance program
The footprint of Daman Products Co.’s quality system stretches from the production floor and distributor services to purchasing, maintenance and information technology. Even HR and administrative service areas bear responsibility for ensuring quality—of the company’s products, as well as the way the company provides value-added service to its customers.
Altair’s new series hydraulic hybrid bus unveiled
Normally, the figure of 6.9 mpg wouldn’t get many people’s hearts racing. But this number, achieved by Altair ProductDesign’s new BUSolutions prototype, is fairly stunning. Doing real-world testing of the bus over downtown, commuter and arterial routes, the bus achieved the 6.9 mpg number. Compare that with 3.3 mpg for a same-class diesel bus going through the identical testing, and the number begins to impress.
NFPA releases June shipments/orders for fluid power products
The latest pneumatic, mobile and industrial hydraulic orders information has been released through June 2011 by the National Fluid Power Association.