Simrit launched its North American Distribution program at its inaugural Preferred Distributor Conference held at the Saddlebrook Resort in Wesley Chapel, Fla. Although the Preferred Distributor program has successfully operated overseas for a number of years, the company is naming its first group of Preferred Distributors for the North American market at an awards ceremony […]
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Technical Standards Now Available From NFPA
Three technical documents have recently been published and are now available from the National Fluid Power Association (NFPA). ISO 6162-1:2012 (supersedes ISO 6162-1:2002) Hydraulic fluid power – Flange connections with split or one-piece flange clamps and metric or inch screws – Part 1: Flange connectors, ports and mounting surfaces for use at pressures of 3,5 […]
NFPA Updates Technical Standards for Hydraulic Systems
Technical documents have recently been published and are now available from the National Fluid Power Association (NFPA). ISO 1219-2:2012 (supersedes ISO 1219-2:1995) Fluid power systems and components – Graphical symbols and circuit diagrams – Part 2: Circuit diagrams (second edition] Scope: This part of ISO 1219 establishes the main rules for drawing hydraulic and pneumatic […]
NFPA Webinar – Hydraulic hose assembly application guidelines
Designers and users of hydraulic systems will have the opportunity to learn how to select, route, fabricate, install, replace, maintain and store hydraulic hose and hose assemblies from a leading expert at the next National Fluid Power Association (NFPA) Educational webinar, to be held on February 27, 2013 (Wednesday) – 2:00 p.m. Eastern / 1:00 […]
Famic Technologies and Linde Hydraulics produce Automation Studio™ P6
Famic Technologies announced its collaboration with Linde Hydraulics to release the advanced manufacturer’s catalogue Automation Studio™ P6. This new catalogue of Linde pumps and motors is available in Automation Studio™ P6 and offers innovative modular symbol structures with enhanced simulation data. Application engineers are given a new perspective of each component and a clearer understanding […]
Kawasaki Precision Machinery Announces New Vice President of Engineering & Technology and Sales Manager
Kawasaki Precision Machinery (U.S.A.) Inc. has appointed Yusuo “Jack” Konishi to the position of Vice President of Engineering & Technology. Konishi’s role will be to oversee all North and Latin America engineering functions. Jack Konishi brings over 20 years of hydraulics engineering experience, most recently in Japan heading up engineering of Nishi-Kobe works for Kawasaki […]
NFPA continues its Regional Meeting series
NFPA continues its Regional Meeting series on Wednesday, December 12, 2012 from 11:30 am – 1:30 pm at the convenient Chicago Marriott O’Hare, 8535 W. Higgins Road, Chicago. We are very excited about the 2012 program which features one of the favorite speakers from past Chicago meetings, Mr. Sam Kahan. Sam was formerly a Senior […]
Free webinar—selecting the right components for harsh environments
“Selecting the right components for harsh environments” Tuesday, October 16, 2012 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. EDT Whether you’re dealing with excessive temperatures, corrosives like salt or sand, or need components that can handle frequent wash downs, selecting the right products for the job will help ensure a greater return on your investment. Learn how […]
Muncie Power Products announces application school dates
Muncie Power Products has announced the date of its next Muncie Product and Application School. The class will be held at Muncie’s manufacturing facility in Tulsa, Okla. on October 22-26, 2012. The class covers the complete line of Muncie power take-off, pump, and hydraulic component products with a focus on proper component selection. Participants will […]
Questionable economy pushes NFPA conference to record attendance
The annual NFPA Industry and Economic Outlook Conference, held this year at the Oak Brook Hills Marriott in suburban Chicago, hit an all-time record of attendance with 312 pre-registered attendees. Driving that number was the uncertain economy—manufacturers are eager to hear where business pressures will come from over the coming years. Brian Beaulieu, CEO, Institute […]