Balluff hosted its second annual Manufacturing Day event on October 7. Over 200 students and local community members attended the event to learn more about modern manufacturing and automation. The event included several popular hands-on activities and games which provided first-hand experience for kids and adults to learn how sensors and automation work to improve […]
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Permco Inc. announces a long-term strategic alliance with China’s XCMG
Permco Inc. has announced that it has developed a long-term strategic alliance with XCMG, the ninth largest construction equipment maker in the world. XCMG was ranked the number one brand name in China at the recently held world brand summit in Beijing, with a brand value over $6.4 billion in US dollars. “Our commitment to high quality products and unparalleled […]
Pre-wet package options available for all truck sizes
Pre-wet packages are available in hydraulic and electronic drives. Muncie Power’s hydraulic pre-wet features three different models with 15 GPM max hydraulic flow, independent hydraulic or auger exhaust options and a maximum liquid pressure of 100 PSI. The electronic pre-wet has two models available, one with 3 GPM (10 Amp) and one with 6.25 GPM […]
Continental launches new products and services, including hydraulic hose, at MINExpo
Continental is using MINExpo 2016 to showcase its broad portfolio of products and services specifically designed for the mining industry to reaffirm its commitment to that industry. “In challenging times we want to add mutual value to our customers. Thus MINExpo gives us an excellent opportunity to show our customers that Continental can indeed supply […]
AKG America develops new oil cooling options for mining applications
AKG America is launching several new products at MINExpo 2016. The MCS Series (multiple cooler systems) is a new large cooler suitable for a wide range of harsh environments including agriculture, construction, mining and more. The MCS Series brings the compact size, performance and ruggedness of the AKG cooler to engines from 1,500 to 5,000 […]
Rexroth to display drive and control components at MINExpo 2016
At MINExpo 2016, September 26-28 in Las Vegas, Bosch Rexroth will present several new drive and control products as well as other mining and mineral relevant solutions. The booth will also feature a demonstration of virtual reality remote maintenance support. Hägglunds CBM: The Hägglunds CBM offers 50% more torque, and is up to 50% lighter […]
MINExpo highlights hydraulics at work
MINExpo, the world’s premier exhibition for mining equipment and technology, kicks off Monday, September 26, at the Las Vegas convention center. The show, held every four years, will spotlight innovative new equipment and products that help increase productivity, efficiency and safety and control costs for machine builders and operators alike. The show organizers expect to […]
White Drive Products acquired by Danfoss
The Danfoss Group can now call itself the world leader in hydraulic motors after closing its bid to acquire U.S.-based White Drive Products Inc. The acquisition was finalized when competition authorities gave their approval. Based in Hopkinsville, Ky., White Drive Products brings a strong portfolio, recognized expertise and significant capacity to the global Danfoss organization. […]
IFPS upgrades Electronic Controls Specialist Certification
The International Fluid Power Society (IFPS) has recently upgraded its Electronic Controls Specialist Certification. The ECS Certification is designed to review and test understanding, specification, and application of the full breadth of electronics used in the fluid power industry from simple sensors and limits to HMIs, controllers, and networks. With support from the fluid power […]
IFPE 2017 to include multiple education offerings
IFPE 2017 will host the Energy Efficient Hydraulics and Pneumatics Conference (EEHPC) in addition to offering hands-on “college course” education on the effective use of hydraulics in mobile equipment. IFPE and the co-located CONEXPO-CON/AGG exhibitions will be held March 7- 11, 2017 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The Energy Efficient Hydraulics and Pneumatics Conference (EEHPC) […]