Continuing the discussion from last week, the past fifty years saw a continued evolution of the gear pump, which has resulted in higher efficiency, higher pressure and more versatility than was ever previously available. Aluminum alloys are now the most common construction material for the gear pump housing, and hardened steel is used for the […]
Not your grandfather’s gear pump, part 1
The venerable gear pump is so strongly associated with hydraulics that perhaps only cylinders are more prominent in this industry. There is good reason for the popularity of the hydraulic gear pump; they are simple, inexpensive, durable and interminable. I’ve seen them made from about five pieces if you don’t count seals and bolts, and […]
Rexroth expands its GoTo program as it marks 5 years
Echoing its local-for-local growth, Bosch Rexroth is once again expanding its GoTo Focused Delivery Program, as it is able to add more products and shorten lead times due to more local manufacturing. Originally launched in the United States in 2009, this marks five years the company has been of providing fast deliveries of Rexroth’s most popular drive […]
Bosch Enhances Online Functionality with Website Update
Bosch Rexroth U.S. has given its website a major facelift, but the changes go deeper than just enhanced aesthetic appeal. The overall function of the website has been drastically improved with better navigation, a clickable history trail for easy back tracking and context-based left-hand menus for deeper navigation within a specific area. The new website’s […]
Rexroth expands its GoTo program to all of North America
Bosch Rexroth has expanded its GoTo Focused Delivery Program, with it now being available in the U.S., Canada and Mexico. In addition, the company has added more than 250 new hydraulics components into the program. Earlier this month, Bosch Rexroth highlighted its continued growth in its “local-for-local” manufacturing plans, with the expansion of its Bethlehem, […]
Bosch Rexroth continues U.S. growth with Bethlehem, Pa. hydraulics expansion
Bosch Rexroth reiterated its commitment to “local for local” manufacturing this week, as it celebrated the grand opening of its expanded hydraulics facilities in Bethlehem, Pa. Boasting an additional 150,000 square feet, the newest facility brings the number of Bosch Rexroth buildings in the Bethlehem area to seven. Previously, the space at Broadhead Road only […]
Systems solutions is the theme at IFPE 2014
When I attended my first IFPE back in 2011, I really had no idea what to expect. But three years makes a big difference and I came in excited and ready to go. And after several successful meetings and booth tours, I think it’s safe to say that the theme from many of the manufacturers […]
IFPE 2014 opens its doors
It’s been a long three-year wait for this iteration of the IFPE Show, co-located with CONEXPO and CON/AGG in sunny Las Vegas. But we’re finally here, and attendees began spilling onto the floor right at 9:00 a.m. Walking the floor of the South Hall, where most of the IFPE exhibitors are located, it’s pretty impressive […]
Experience fluid power and have fun at IFPE
If there is one thing you can count on at most trade shows in Las Vegas, it’s that you’ll see a lot of fun, often Vegas-themed attractions to get attendees to stop at different booths. Throw a little curve in that an event only happens every three years, and you’ve got a pretty good guarantee […]
Rexroth’s GoTo products app ver. 3.0 adds new functionality
The newest version of the Bosch Rexroth GoTo Products app for the iPhone and iPad is available at the iTunes App store, giving users more functionality and better search capabilities for selecting drive and control products listed in the company’s GoTo Focused Delivery Program. The GoTo Focused Delivery Program offers industry-leading delivery times for the […]
