The new SVP 7010 expands the Sytronix family of ready-to-install variable-speed pump drives offered by Rexroth. With a comprehensive selection of hydraulic-specific functions, it is suited to a broad range of applications. Rexroth has integrated functionality, which in the past required proportional or servo valve technology, into a servo-drive to provide high control accuracy and […]
Components
Accumulator fundamentals … without the math
I’m going to attempt the impossible: I am going to explain the fundamentals of hydro-pneumatic accumulators without using any mathematics. I will use some numbers where needed, but the unfortunate reality is that the proper application of accumulators does require the manipulation of equations. Accumulators are a versatile and valuable tool, but because of the […]
The smart use of logic elements
By Darren Magner • Director of Marketing & Product Development • Comatrol Effective use of logic elements is key to designing cost-effective circuits, and is limited only by the imagination of the designer. Logic elements, often called differential sensing valves, are pressure control devices. Like directional control valves, a spring bias holds the spool in […]
Rod clamps retain load on hydraulic power or pump failure
The AMLOK Hydraulic Series RCH Rod Clamp has been developed to provide power-off clamping of rods and shafts. The type RCH rod clamps are actuated by a spring/collet mechanism and unclamped by hydraulic pressure. These rod clamps are designed to clamp components after the motion has stopped and to hold the position securely as long […]
Sensor Monitoring Unit – SMU and New Version of TPM
Schroeder Industries, recognized in filtration and fluid conditioning products, introduces a new version of our TestMate® Particle Counter, TPM and the new Sensor Monitoring Unit, SMU. The new SMU allows live display of the TCM ISO code, TWS water concentration and fluid temperature. Besides displaying the key contamination data the SMU will also store the […]
How do you specify a hydraulic cylinder?
A hydraulic cylinder is one of the simplest devices you can use to create force this side of hiring a guy (or thirty) to push on stuff. It’s as simple as having something at point A and then moving it to point B. Although I keep using the word simple, there is a little bit […]
NOSHOK’s new compact OEM temperature transmitter
NOSHOK announces the availability of the new 810 Series Compact OEM Temperature Transmitter, which is ideal for applications including mobile hydraulics, automotive, heat exchangers, HVAC, transportation and refrigeration controls. The NOSHOK 810 Series Compact OEM Temperature Transmitter is a compact size transmitter at an economical price, with standard temperature ranges from -25°F to 125°F through […]
Reshoring to Kentucky in Balluff’s Global Production Plan
With the 2014 completion of Balluff’s new state-of-the-art customer support and training center in Florence, KY on Industrial Road; space is now available for expansion in their original location on Holton Drive. Balluff’s global managing director and owner, Florian Hermle, announced recently that the company will be focusing on local production and “by 2016 production […]
Customized operator control interface designs
GS Global Resources provides enhanced operator and control environments, customized to its customers’ requirements. Operator control interface designs are seat mounted or designed for dash integration. CAN, LIN, RS485 interface options, numerous switch configurations using today’s software technology. Systems can include a variety of styles and sizes of display control modules, such as touch screens and […]
What are hydraulic valves?
Hydraulic valves, in addition to the force density advantage of actuators, are what help make hydraulics unique in its control of force, torque and motion. Valves govern direction, pressure and flow of hydraulic fluid, enabling smooth, safe and controlled use of actuators. Every machine both requires and uses valves, varying vastly in execution from a […]