Eaton Corp. has launched a new technology that enables reporting of imminent hose assembly failure by means of real-time monitoring of high pressure hose assemblies used in hydraulic systems. Eaton’s LifeSense hose, a patented hydraulic hose condition monitoring system, was developed in conjunction with Purdue University and the Purdue Research Foundation’s Office of Technology Commercialization.
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Volvo dreams up tomorrow’s off-highway machines
One thing I thought was under-covered at this Spring’s CONEXPO/CON-AGG show was a small display area that Volvo had with scale models of mobile equipment of the future.
DW’s interview with Bosch Rexroth chairman Dr. Karl Tragl
I had the pleasure of sitting down with Bosch Rexroth’s Chairman, Dr. Karl Tragl, at the Hannover Fair in Germany earlier this month. Tragl explained that the company’s world is increasingly being split in two ways—regionally and in industry segments.
Sauer-Danfoss launches JS7000 joystick
Sauer-Danfoss Inc.’s new JS7000 joystick offers an unparalleled machine control solution to OEMs of mobile off-highway equipment worldwide.
Knowing rod finish is paramount for proper sealing
With its ability to dramatically impact seal life and performance, counter surface quality plays a major role in the proper function of a sealing system. Accordingly, the accurate evaluation of this attribute is critical to the overall effectiveness of a system.
IFPE 2011 post-show roundup
Last week’s IFPE show, held in conjunction with the CONEXPO/CON-AGG events in Las Vegas, was by almost any measure a blockbuster. 120,000 registered attendees from 150 countries saw 2400 exhibitors that took up 2.34 million sq-ft of exhibit space.
Brennan launches Brennan Black Coating at IFPE
Brennan Industries Inc. has introduced its new Brennan Blackcoating, the most advanced protection against rust and corrosion.
IFPE hits as manufacturing gains momentum
As the triennial IFPE fluid power and motion control show readies for a March 22-26 run in Las Vegas, things are looking decidedly upbeat.
Why matching fluids, seals is critical
Using the improper hydraulic fluid can spell disaster for your entire hydraulic assembly. When designing and/or servicing your hydraulic equipment, it is vital that you keep compatibility in mind.
Fairfax trash vehicles using regenerative braking system
The Fairfax County Solid Waste Program in Virginia is using a Bosch Rexroth parallel hydrostatic regenerative braking system in the county’s first hydraulic hybrid trash and recycling vehicle.