There seems to be as many places to buy hydraulic cylinders as there are types of cylinders. Whether you’re looking at industrial or mobile hydraulic cylinders, searching for tie rod, telescopic or non-repairable types, the choices can seem pretty confusing. Here’s a look at ten websites that offer hydraulic cylinders, with a description of their […]
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Mistakes to avoid when choosing a hydraulic cylinder
When you think of engineering brawn, hydraulic cylinders are probably what come to mind. These linear actuators can range from smaller than your arm to gargantuan devices found on excavators, ships, oil rigs and mining trucks. But whatever the size, it’s important to select the correct hydraulic cylinder for your application. Following are some tips […]
The Slim V60N-130: High Pressure and High Volume
HAWE Hydraulics announced the addition of the new V60N-130 to HAWE‘s well-established V60N series of axial piston pumps. There are now four different sizes in the pump family with displacement volumes up to 8 in3/rev, working pressures of up to 5800 psi and peak pressures of up to 6500 psi. All built with swash plates, […]
New Technical Standard Now Available From NFPA
A new technical document has recently been published and is now available from the National Fluid Power Association (NFPA). ISO 7790:2013 (supersedes ISO 7790-1997) Hydraulic fluid power – Four-port modular stack valves and four-port directional control valves, sizes 02, 03, 05, 07, 08 and 10 – Clamping dimensions Scope: This International Standard specifies clamping dimensions of four-port modular […]
New Technical Standard Now Available From NFPA
A new technical document has recently been published and is now available from the National Fluid Power Association (NFPA). ISO 7790:2013 (supersedes ISO 7790-1997) Hydraulic fluid power – Four-port modular stack valves and four-port directional control valves, sizes 02, 03, 05, 07, 08 and 10 – Clamping dimensions Scope: This International Standard specifies clamping dimensions […]
Parker Releases Multi-Platform App to Simplify Identification of Part Numbers
Parker Hannifin Corporation’s Tube Fitting Division recently launched Parker FittingFinder, an innovative mobile, tablet and Web-based App that brings the hydraulic tube fitting and adapter identification process to users’ fingertips. The App allows customers to quickly and easily identify and locate fittings by selecting the fitting’s shape, end type, size and material. Using that information, […]
Fabco-Air, Inc. has Released a Multi-Power Air Press
Fabco-Air’s Multi-Powered® Air Press delivers hydraulic type force. The force multiplying air cylinders are adapted to a precision framework to provide the ultimate in a powerful, compact press for production or laboratory use. With power factors from 19.6 to 93 times line pressure, the press delivers tool-saving, low-impact forces from 2,900 pounds to over 5 tons. For […]
Brennan Industries Introduces New Selection of Instrumentation Valves
Brennan Industries, Inc. expanded its product lines by introducing new instrumentation valves. The new Brennan compression-end instrumentation valves are available with single or double ferrule-style tube fittings and are tested for quality prior to leaving the factory. Brennan’s new valve offerings include: NVB Series Ball Valves range in size from 1/8- to 3/4-inch and are […]
Comatrol expands its portfolio of counterbalance valves
Comatrol announces its updated portfolio of counterbalance valves. These updates include the re-introduction of the VCB product line, which has the unique feature of piloting on port 1 (nose of the valve), allowing for a slimmer dual counterbalance design. Additionally, Comatrol is releasing an updated 20 size counterbalance valve, the CB20-HV, capable of 266 LPM […]
Technical Standards Now Available From NFPA
Three technical documents have recently been published and are now available from the National Fluid Power Association (NFPA). ISO 6162-1:2012 (supersedes ISO 6162-1:2002) Hydraulic fluid power – Flange connections with split or one-piece flange clamps and metric or inch screws – Part 1: Flange connectors, ports and mounting surfaces for use at pressures of 3,5 […]
