European researchers recently wrapped up the three-year Forwarder2020 project, which aimed to develop a next-generation forwarder that’s more efficient, productive and environmentally sustainable than anything currently in use. Engineers are now reporting preliminary findings from lab tests and field trials, with encouraging results. Forwarders are articulated vehicles that carry felled timbers from the woods to […]
What is the difference between tie-rod and welded cylinders?
Although both types of cylinders are used in fluid power systems, the end caps used to hold the cylinder together make the difference. Welded cylinders are designed with each end cap welded to the barrel. Mounts and other fittings will also be welded to a cap. Static seals are used to seal the head or […]
PolySlide composite tubing for pneumatic and hydraulic cylinders
Polygon Composites Technology, a manufacturer of composite tubing solutions for bearings, dielectric applications, surgical devices and more, announces PolySlide composite tubing for pneumatic and hydraulic cylinders. PolySlide tubing replaces metallic material in a variety of cylinder applications. Supplied as a cylinder tube ready for customer assembly, or as fully engineered cylinder assemblies for equipment manufacturer […]
Fluid power shines with Agritechnica awards
Agritechnica, one of the world’s largest trade fairs for agricultural technology, opened this week in Hannover, Germany. According to organizer DLG (German Agricultural Society) the show is expected to attract more than 450,000 attendees from 130 countries over its seven-day run. One highlight is the announcement of this year’s Innovation Awards, a competition open to […]
Corex rod coating aids mining machine development
By Steven North, design and project engineer, Apex Hydraulics Apex Hydraulics has a long history of producing custom built and highly specialized hydraulic cylinders for mining applications. When the company was formed in 1985, the main source of work was from mining. Now, most work comes from oil, renewable energies and factories. However, due to […]
What are PTO through-drive motors?
By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor If you’ve spent any reasonable amount of time working on or around mobile machinery, you’re very familiar with PTO-driven machinery, including the hydraulic pump. The PTO shaft exiting the rear of a farm tractor is used to power mechanical implements through a drive shaft, such as bailers or mowers, themselves […]
Husco takes the gold in 2019 LEAP Awards Hydraulics category
Winners of the LEAP Awards have been announced for the second annual awards competition. In the Hydraulics category, Husco has taken the Gold award for its Exacto Pilot Interrupter System, which enables digital control of any pilot operated mobile machine. Changing the control method on large machines is traditionally a long and expensive process for […]
Advanced hydraulics powers forest-friendly machine
Forwarder2020 project focuses on efficiency and sustainability. Forests are essential. They’re a major source of building materials and biomass for renewable energy, supply the air we breathe, prevent soil erosion and protect watersheds, promote biodiversity and offer countless recreational opportunities. And they play a critical role in CO2 capture and climate-change mitigation. For all these […]
New machines demonstrate utility industry flexibility
Equipment manufacturers serving the utility industry displayed a wide range of machines at the 2019 International Construction & Utility Equipment Expo (ICUEE) in Louisville, Ky., with products built to handle tasks as varied as vegetation management, urban construction and transmission-line service. Terex Utilities launched three new telescopic and material handling aerial devices designed for transmission […]
Caterpillar launches next-generation mini hydraulic excavator
At this year’s ICUEE show in Louisville, Caterpillar unveiled the Cat 306 CR mini hydraulic excavator, which marks the company’s entry into the 6-ton class. According to Cat officials, the 306 CR mini excavator is built to exceed customer expectations with strong performance, enhanced operator experience and simplified maintenance with extended service intervals. The machine […]
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