Back in 2010, Deepwater Horizon suffered a major blowout of its oil-drilling platform. Analysis revealed that part of the cause was a failure of the blind shear ram to properly cut the drill pipe and seal the wellbore. But the failure of other components to operate as designed also poses environ-mental risks. For example, failure…
Antaira’s 10-Port industrial non-PoE gigabit managed Ethernet switches
Antaira Technologies is a global leading developer and supplier of industrial device networking and communication product solutions for harsh environment applications and is proud to announce its expansion in the industrial networking infrastructure family with the LMX-1002G-SFP series. Antaira Technologies’ LMX-1002G-SFP series is a cost effective 10-port industrial gigabit managed Ethernet switch, that supports a12~48VDC…
QA1 Dampers for Commercial & Industrial OE Markets
QA1 manufactures a wide variety of dampers and struts for the commercial and industrial OE markets. Applications include exercise equipment, commercial lawn and garden, neighborhood electric vehicles, commercial utility vehicles, and a wide variety of industrial applications. QA1 manufactures numerous styles of shock absorbers, including both twin-tube and monotube, in a variety of sizes, mounting…
Longest endless timing belts help propel hovercraft
In two new hovercrafts, the British manufacturer Griffon Hoverwork relies on timing belts with carbon tensile from ContiTech Power Transmission Group. At 5,502 mm (216.6 in.) and 4,956 mm (195.1 in.), they are some of the longest endless polyurethane belts that have ever been produced. They drive the propellers and turbines of the giant hovercrafts,…
Custom molded filter screen assemblies limit contamination & reduce product failure
Molded screen insert assemblies from Minnesota Rubber and Plastics are custom designed for water, beverage, off-highway and transportation applications to filter out fluid contaminants and reduce product failure. A wide range of screen options are available in many materials for difficult filtration applications allowing use with different fluids. Filter assembly orifice sizes available range from…
How to choose the right connector for low-pressure fluid handling
by Grant Wilhelm, Senior Design Engineer, Colder Products Co. Selecting the ideal tubing connector can ensure product performance, increase ease of use and add functionality to your product…
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Cable connector for heavy-duty off-road machines
The SOURIAU (part of Esterline Connection Technologies) WME cable connector series is uniquely approved by the EN 16330 for both outside and inside cabin connectivity. This European Standard applies…
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Improved diaphragms help snowmobiles operate in harsh conditions
Polaris, a manufacturer of snowmobiles and off-road vehicles, including ATVs (all-terrain vehicles), side-by-side vehicles and motorcycles, has been providing customers with reliable transportation in even the harshest environments for decades. For almost two decades, Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies (Freudenberg-NOK) engineers have contributed their expertise and resources to create diaphragms and introduce materials and design improvements to…
Unmanned vehicle design considerations
Michael Carter • CEO • IXI Technology As the adoption and use of unmanned vehicles (air, ground and undersea) continues to grow, the next five to eight years will see an acceleration of technology adoption across the board for military, security and commercial applications; however, with that, standards and safety regulations must catch up. For…
High-performance 5.7” HG2G HMI series for added protection
With the addition of UL Type 4X and Type 13 approvals, IDEC high-performance 5.7” HG2G HMIs now provide a degree of protection against corrosion, dust, spraying water, oil, non-corrosive coolant, and damage from external ice formation. Suitable for applications in harsher conditions, especially where protection against corrosion is required, such as in oil and gas,…
EF1A flood lights designed for areas requiring hazardous location ratings
Designed for rugged applications and those that require a light source with hazardous location ratings, NEW EF1A flood lights are well-suited to handle applications in oil & gas, water treatment, chemical plants, painting booths and more! With UL Class I, Zone 1 approval and a 4X rating, the EF1A series can be used in harsh…
AMETEK GUI Software Now Supports Aviation DO-160G Spec
AMETEK Programmable Power announces that the GUI (Graphical User Interface) software for its California Instruments AC sources now supports the aviation industry’s critical specification for RTCA DO-160G test requirements. AMETEK’s GUI test software option is unique in that it is the only test software that supports all revisions of the DO-160 standard, Revisions A through…
Four Steps to End Encoder Problems
In this webinar, Avtron Encoder Product Manager Brian Winter uncovers the biggest causes of encoder failure, and what you can do to eliminate these causes. Learn how to recognize problem(s), simplify mechanical issues on the outside and the inside of the encoder, and how to diagnose the encoder while operating Watch this webinar to learn: – What…
Yokogawa Releases Oil Transloading Application
Yokogawa Corporation of America announces that it will release a panel packaged solution for metering truck/railcar unloading and loading based on the FCN-RTU* low-power autonomous controller of the STARDOM™ network-based control system on April 14, 2014. This new packaged solution has been developed to meet the requirements of our customers in the high-growth upstream oil…
Motion Feedback 101: Select the Right Feedback for Your Application by Knowing the Basics
If there’s any one truism in engineering it is that there’s no one perfect solution, there’s only the best solution for the application at hand. When it comes to feedback devices, OEMs have a wide range of options. Should you use a resolver or an encoder? If you need an encoder, should you opt for…
Traction drive system powers record breaking dump truck
BelAZ-75710, the world’s largest mining two-axle all-wheel-drive dump truck with weight-carrying capacity of 450 metric tons demonstrated the performance worth of an entry in the Guinness Book of Records. The new vehicle rolled out of the BelAZ plant in late 2013 and is being field tested as the biggest machine of its class with a…
Valves assist off-road motorsport vehicles
Dakar 2014 is a legendary sporting event that challenges drivers‘ endurance, racing skills and strategic navigational competencies. This intense off-road race is made up of two marathon stages that stretch across miles of South America’s desert-like terrain. Drivers take great precautions ensuring their vehicles can withstand the wear and tear of the sand dunes and…
Custom Wheel Rims for Tractors and Off-Highway Vehicles Produced in Small to Medium Quantities
Wheel rim components made of 3/4 inch steel plate in diameters to 40 inches and larger for use on tractors and other off-highway vehicles are fabricated by Acme Metal Spinning. Available in quantities of 5 to a few hundred or more, these wheel rim components are fabricated using Acme’s advanced metal spinning processes. These processes…
Simplify Industrial Vehicle Design and Improve Performance with New Thomson Electrak® Throttle Actuators
The new Thomson Electrak® Throttle Actuator boasts a rugged and space saving design with integrated features that combine to deliver highly robust, reliable and versatile throttle control operation. As a result, industrial vehicle OEMs benefit from a simplified design process and users benefit from improved industrial vehicle performance. “Rooted in more than 60 years of…
Lee Spring HEFTY Die Springs
Lee Spring has expanded their HEFTY™ Die Spring product range to include longer free lengths up to 12”. These round wire springs are ideal for applications beyond those of traditional die springs and are well suited for any high stress, heavy load applications such as aircraft mechanisms, farm machinery, industrial equipment, brakes and clutches. HEFTY…
IFH Group Offers Range of Custom Hydraulic Oil Reservoirs and Fuel Tanks
The IFH Group has pioneered the use of aluminized steel in hydraulic oil reservoirs and fuel tanks for off-road and specialty vehicles used in agricultural, construction, utility and a range of other rugged off-highway applications. Aluminized steel — sheet steel hot dip coated on both sides with an aluminum-silicon alloy — is designed to economically…
CAN components meet safety requirements
All off-highway mobile equipment exported to or manufactured in the European Union (EU) must meet European Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC. Some international standards, such as ISO 13849 and IEC 62061, now provide a “presumption of conformity” with the directive. Both standards refer to IEC 61508 for E/E/PE-Systems and encourage the use of SIL-certified components and software.…
Right-angle header connector makes for compact harness designs
Molex Inc., Lisle, Ill., has expanded its CMC product line with the introduction of a 28-circuit, right-angle header, which mates with its 28-circuit female power connector to offer…
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Saint-Gobain launched Composite Bearings Solutions for Hydraulic Pumps
Building on its success in the construction and industrial pumps market in the US, Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics has launched its innovative NORGLIDE composite bearings solutions for hydraulic pump technology in heavy-duty vehicles throughout Europe and Asia. The company has been developing low-friction, wear-resistant NORGLIDE composite bearings to help manufacturers in the US minimise maintenance requirements…
Softstart Controller from Ogura
Ogura is now offering a Softstart control option for mobile applications for gas and diesel engines. The patented controller senses the exact point at which the friction surfaces contact, then rapidly reduces the current to a level that allows the clutch to safely slip, but not release. Using engine rpm feedback, the patented controller adjusts…