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 […]
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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 […]
New ISO Technical Report Now Available From NFPA
A new ISO Technical Report has recently been published and is now available from the National Fluid Power Association (NFPA). ISO/TR 17209:2013, Hydraulic fluid power – Two-, three- and four-port screw-in cartridge valves – Cavities with ISO 725 (UN and UNF) threads This Technical Report specifies the dimensions and provides other data relating to cavities […]
Taylor Devices opens new manufacturing space
Last week, Taylor Devices opened a new manufacturing operation in the Buffalo Bolt Business Park in North Tonawanda, N.Y. Company President/CEO Doug Taylor and Mayor Robert G. Ortt attended a ribbon cutting ceremony. Taylor Devices Inc. purchased three parcels of land from the city at the Buffalo Bolt Business Park in 2011 and has invested […]
Brennan Industries to Give Away an iPad Air
Brennan Industries Inc. is celebrating the holidays by giving away a new Apple® iPad Air™. The contest, ending on December 11, 2013, gives entrants the opportunity to earn up to three entries into a drawing to win the tablet. Brennan is offering one easy entry into the drawing for each activity: liking the company’s Facebook […]