Viatran has announced the global market introduction of its Model 24A/34A Series. The Model 24A/34A Series is a family of general purpose industrial pressure transmitters, designed for optimal application versatility and reliability. Their rugged construction features all stainless steel housings and wetted parts for high resistance to humidity and corrosion. Customers can choose from among 34 unique […]
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AEM says construction equipment exports are down
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) has reported that, as of midyear, the exports of construction equipment made in the United States were down 24% when compared to the first half of 2015. There was a total of $5.65 billion shipped to foreign markets, according to the AEM. The only region where there was some […]
Pilot systems for mining shovels: Large motions begin with tiny valves
Pilot systems used in mining equipment showcase the brute force of hydraulics, as well as the precise control. By: Carl Dyke, Contributing Editor I have been in the mining pits. It can be a rough and dusty environment. Two million pound, 5,000-hp shovels quickly and gracefully load 4,000-hp haul trucks that drive off weighing over […]
Hitachi focusing on next month’s MINExpo
Hitachi’s booth at MINExpo, Sept. 26-28 in Las Vegas will showcase equipment, innovative technology and integrated solutions that mines can apply to reduce overall costs and optimize productivity. The 22,400-square-foot “Hitachi to the Core” booth will give visitors a chance to learn what the company can do for their bottom line by getting up-close and personal […]
Where do you use heat exchangers?
ONE of the critical conditioning requirements of hydraulic fluid is that it is maintained at an optimal operating temperature. As oil temperature drops, the viscosity of the fluid increases, making it more difficult to pump, creating higher pressure drop and increasing the chance of cavitation. As oil temperature increases, the viscosity of the fluid decreases, […]
Hydraulic pumps: Where are they used?
Hydraulic pumps are used in literally every single hydraulic power transmission system. A hydraulic pump is the device that converts mechanical energy into hydraulic energy, which is a combination of pressure and flow. A hydraulic pump can be any device that you can input force into to create pressure, which in turn creates flow. A […]
The top 7 reasons that hydraulics will be around in another century
In some ways, hydraulics is an ignored technology. The research dollars going into fluid power is miniscule compared to electronics, and although it’s partly because hydraulics is a mature industry, I don’t foresee this changing any time soon. Regardless, the benefits of hydraulics are high, so it will always have a place in our world, […]
Will I see you at the Fluid Power Technical Conference?
Next week is the culmination of a lot of hard work from our staff—we have put together a top-notch fluid power conference for you. The result, our first-ever Fluid Power Technical Conference, looks to be a big success. It’s not too late to make your own plans to come to Milwaukee for the June 21-22 event. A highlight for […]
An option for radically smaller reservoirs
The editors of Fluid Power World have planned out a great series of presentations for the upcoming Fluid Power Technology Conference in Milwaukee. As such, engineers, designers and students will have many opportunities to learn from industry experts—as well as pneumatic and hydraulic manufacturers—at the two-day event. To be held at the Milwaukee School of Engineering’s Kern Center […]
Optimizing your hydraulic cylinder designs
Attendees to the Fluid Power Technology Conference, presented by Fluid Power World, will have plenty of opportunities to learn from industry experts—as well as pneumatic and hydraulic manufacturers—at the two-day event. Slated for the Milwaukee School of Engineering’s Kern Center on Tuesday and Wednesday, June 21 and 22, the event will feature nearly 10 sessions […]