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Harvesting reliable machinery in farming

June 2, 2025 By Mary Gannon

Mud is yet another risk to agriculture machinery’s hydraulic systems, as machines are often stored outdoors.

Agricultural machinery is up against a variety of harsh environmental conditions, so proper protection of the hydraulic systems is necessary. By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor The agricultural industry is unique in many ways, not the least of which is the source of nourishment for billions of people, which is not something mining or forestry can […]

Filed Under: Components, Contamination, Engineering Basics, Featured, Filtration, Hydraulic Fluids, Mobile Hydraulics Blog

IFPE 2023 wrap-up: Donaldson Alpha-Web media technology is up to 4 times cleaner

March 24, 2023 By Paul Heney

Donaldson Company Inc. has released Alpha-Web filtration media. This new hydraulic filtration technology significantly improves hydraulic fluid cleanliness which can extend hydraulic component life, decrease downtime and lower the cost of equipment ownership., Filters must stand up to the challenge of maintaining fluid cleanliness and system protection against frequently changing flow rates prevalent in real-world […]

Filed Under: Filtration Tagged With: donaldson

Efficient fluid maintenance is core to sustainability

December 8, 2022 By Mary Gannon

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IFPE conference programming will take in-depth looks at fluid cleanliness and life to ensure sustainable, efficient systems. As noted in my FluidLines column, both IFPE and CONEXPO-CON/AGG have a special focus on sustainability throughout the show floor and conference program. Several sessions will take looks at digitalization, electrification, and autonomy as solutions to creating more […]

Filed Under: Featured, Hydraulic Fluids, Industry News Tagged With: IFPE

Where are compact hydraulic power units used?

November 17, 2022 By Mary Gannon

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By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Hydraulic power units are both the source of hydraulic energy and fluid conditioning. The hydraulic reservoir provides a mounting surface for the hydraulic pump and its prime mover while offering up real estate to mount filters, coolers, valves and accessories. In addition, the reservoir stores the hydraulic fluid, providing a […]

Filed Under: Components, Engineering Basics, Featured, Hydraulic Fluids, Mobile Hydraulics Blog

Applied Nano Surfaces partners with Precision Finishing on wear reduction technology

November 8, 2021 By Paul Heney

Applied Nano Surfaces (ANS) has entered a strategic partnership with Precision Finishing Inc., to advance a unique variant of its core Triboconditioning technology — a process developed to provide for friction reduction and wear resistance on various steel and cast-iron surfaces. The new variant, known as Triboconditioning CG (Complex Geometries), is a mechanochemical surface treatment […]

Filed Under: Industry News, Seals / Leakage Tagged With: appliednanosurfaces

Rugged transporter handles Antarctic extremes

January 6, 2021 By Ken Korane

Prinoth’s Troll Panther vehicle carries vital supplies to remote Antarctic researchers.

An innovative design based on proven hydraulics and sophisticated controls ensured reliable and efficient performance. Prinoth Panther tracked vehicles are used on challenging worksites around the world. The rubber-tracked crawler carriers minimize damage to the underlying terrain thanks to their low ground pressure and superior stability while carrying payloads of up to 23 tons. They’re […]

Filed Under: Components, Featured, Hydraulic Fluids, Mobile Hydraulics Blog, Pumps / Motors

ProSense variable area mechanical flow meters for fluids and water

January 10, 2020 By Mary Gannon

AutomationDirect ProSense mechanical flow meters

ProSense FG1 series mechanical variable area flow meters from AutomationDirect provide visual indication of flow rate for water or petroleum-based fluids. These meters provide ±5% full-scale accuracy and a repeatability of ±1%, important for cyclical applications requiring consistent readings. Two adjustable flow limit pointers are available to provide preset indication of high, low, or normal […]

Filed Under: Components, Hydraulic Fluids, Sensors / Gauges Tagged With: automationdirect

Talleres Lucas in Santiago, Chile is Webtec’s new South American Service Centre

November 14, 2019 By Mary Gannon

Webtec’s test rig in use at Talleres Lucas

In line with Webtec’s strategy to expand its global Service Centres, Talleres Lucas in Santiago, Chile, has been appointed as its authorized partner for South America. With more than 50 years’ experience in the hydraulic market, Talleres Lucas offers high-quality design and service facilities to its customers. The company has been an authorized distributor for […]

Filed Under: Components, Industry News, Testing Equipment Tagged With: webtec

Lightweight TubeFin cooler is ideal for hydraulic, transmission and fuel systems

March 26, 2019 By Mary Gannon

AKG_LeightWeight TubeFin cooler

AKG has further developed the Frameless TubeFin product line’s radiators and charge air coolers based on growing demands from the market and direct customer feedback. AKG’s coolers are adapted to on and off-highway vehicles including construction, generators, logistics vehicles, and specialty trucks. They are suitable for oil cooling in hydraulic, transmission, and fuel systems. LightWeight […]

Filed Under: Components, Hydraulic Fluids Tagged With: akgamerica

How hot is too hot for hydraulic oil?

August 21, 2018 By Paul Heney

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Contributed by Mark ‘Manyletters’ Pszczolkowski, Senior Hydraulics Consultant, CD Industrial Group Inc. When I first moved to Canada, people asked about what is normal. I come from an area where I thought cold was cold and found out that cold was different in northern Canada. So I experienced the same thing when I went down to Texas. And […]

Filed Under: Hydraulic Fluids

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