Brennan Industries Inc., Solon, Ohio, is expanding its product line just in time for IFPE, with new stainless-steel O-ring face seal and flange adapters, custom-made fittings, and even an expanded mobile app for product selection. Because they offer high corrosion resistance and sealing for critical, harsh-duty applications, the new adapters “are ideal in facilities alongside […]
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High-pressure hydraulic valves offer high flows
Comatrol will be featuring a variety of new valve lines and related accessories at IFPE this year. The company’s HSV high-pressure solenoid valve portfolio continues to grow. In addition to the 10, 12 and 16 size poppet-type designs, along with 10 size 2-Way spool valves introduced last year, Comatrol is launching nine new HSV valves and […]
NFPA promotes fluid power industry at IFPE 2014
As co-owner of IFPE 2014, the National Fluid Power Association (NFPA) will have a strong presence at the event being held March 4-8, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Co-located with CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2014, IFPE provides a perfect platform for interaction between engineers in fluid power and its key end-use markets. A gathering place The NFPA […]
3rd edition of hydraulic pump failure book released
Hydraulic Management Group, LLC has announced the release of the 3rd edition of “Hydraulic Pump Failure and Aftermarket Replacement Potential Analysis,” authored by P.K. Guha, the company’s founder. The book, with abundant photos and illustrations, analyzes all the different reasons for hydraulic pump failures and how best to overcome them. Systematically, the book explains how […]
NFPA’s year-end report highlights a strong fluid power industry
In its 12-page year-end report, the National Fluid Power Association highlights its accomplishments and high points from 2013, including its three-pronged strategy of focusing on a skilled workforce, matching technological advances, and encompassing all members in its inclusiveness mission. As it moves to develop a skilled workforce, the NFPA highlights its work with the NFPA […]
IFPE holds webinar for exhibitors
IFPE, the fluid power industry’s largest trade show and conference event, is just three short months away. And while many companies and attendees are veterans of this great event, I’m sure there are plenty of newbies that could use a preview of what to expect. That’s why IFPE staff is holding a 30-minute webinar on […]
Bosch Rexroth’s Mike Bryan named Trainer of the Year
Mike Bryan, Training Specialist at the Bosch Rexroth Fountain Inn Manufacturing Facility, was named Trainer of the Year by the German American Chambers of Commerce (GACC). The GACC Award recognizes outstanding German subsidiaries that demonstrate excellence in workforce training by fostering advanced skills and competence development, especially in young people. This year’s award was presented […]
Kaman Industrial Technologies Launches New Fluid Power Catalog
Kaman Industrial Technologies announced the introduction of its inaugural Fluid Power Catalog featuring Parker Hannifin products. For the first time, this new catalog combines the top products from Parker’s hydraulics, fluid connector and automation groups with detailed specification information. The catalog includes a full range of pneumatic and hydraulic products, including fittings, blowguns, valves, filters […]
3 things to know about fluid power distributors in 2014
Fluid power has always been an engineering niche that relies heavily on a strong distribution network. From more wide ranging PT/fluid power houses, to value added distributors with a focus on engineering solutions, to system integrators, there are a lot of options for the design engineer. But there are changes afoot as we enter the […]
An interesting opportunity for Illinois fluid power manufacturers
I heard about an interesting program that the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity (DCEO) is launching. The organization will have a dedicated Illinois Pavilion at the World of Industry (WIN) 2014 trade fair, which be held at the TÜYAP Fair Convention and Congress Center in Istanbul, Turkey in March 2014. WIN Turkey, a show I […]