Eaton has launched of the new HP50 track motor, featuring high power density, high starting torque efficiency and low no-load pressure drop. Designed to reliably meet the growing trend…
Pre-wet package options available for all truck sizes
Pre-wet packages are available in hydraulic and electronic drives. Muncie Power’s hydraulic pre-wet features three different models with 15 GPM max hydraulic flow, independent hydraulic or auger exhaust…
Eaton highlights reliability of Delta Motors in new giveawaypromotion
Power management company Eaton today announced a new promotional campaign highlighting the reliability and efficiency of the company’s Delta motors for agricultural and industrial applications. As part of…
Wireless control and hydraulics work together to help crane soar
Edited by Mike Santora Tiffin Loader Crane’s primary focus is providing lifting, loading, and handling solutions for material handling problems. The previous system of wired controls for calibrating…
Continental launches new products and services, including hydraulic hose, at MINExpo
Continental is using MINExpo 2016 to showcase its broad portfolio of products and services specifically designed for the mining industry to reaffirm its commitment to that industry. “In…
AKG America develops new oil cooling options for mining applications
AKG America is launching several new products at MINExpo 2016. The MCS Series (multiple cooler systems) is a new large cooler suitable for a wide range of harsh…
Rexroth to display drive and control components at MINExpo 2016
At MINExpo 2016, September 26-28 in Las Vegas, Bosch Rexroth will present several new drive and control products as well as other mining and mineral relevant solutions. The…
MINExpo highlights hydraulics at work
MINExpo, the world’s premier exhibition for mining equipment and technology, kicks off Monday, September 26, at the Las Vegas convention center. The show, held every four years, will…
When should you use high-pressure motors?
High-pressure motors are able to accomplish more in a smaller package compared to medium-pressure technology. When it comes to enhancing performance of both mobile and stationary hydraulic systems,…
What are cylinder stop tubes?
Cylinder stop tubes are simply metal collars or tubes that are placed around a hydraulic or pneumatic cylinder’s rod between the piston and head. They are designed for…
Large Tough Coil for construction and agricultural equipment
Eaton has announced its new Large Tough Coil, a valve coil that can withstand environmental exposure, including high temperatures and rain, snow or freezing conditions. Ingress Protection (IP)…
Multi-axis electrohydraulic motion controller
When Delta Computer Systems designed its new RMC200 closed-loop electro-hydraulic motion controller, the goal was to extend the capabilities of previous generations of RMC motion controllers. The new…
Engineering a groundbreaking hydraulic hybrid
Here’s an inside look at the concepts, engineering and testing behind Caterpillar’s highly successful 336EH hydraulic hybrid excavator. By Aleksandar Egelja, Engineering Manager, Advanced Hydraulic Systems, Caterpillar Inc. Recently, I had the…
Death spiral for mining hydraulics?
The once-every-four-years MINExpo show takes place this month and, if you’re a pessimist, the timing couldn’t be worse. The boom-bust cycle in commodities has decimated sales of mining…
How do you select a gerotor motor?
When selecting a gerotor motor, there are many items to consider, including performance, quality, reliability and cost. Choosing the wrong one could lead you down a path of…
Hydraulic testers help crush it
Edited by Mike Santora Worsley Plant was established in 1996 as a contract crushing company that processes stone at rock face or demolition sites on a pay per…
What is LVIT technology?
LVITs—Linear Variable Inductive Transducers—have been around for more than 30 years, and are becoming very popular, due to their relatively low cost and flexibility to be packaged in…
Live from IMTS: Dura-Bar unveils new continuous cast iron tube
When it comes to bar stock, new product launches aren’t exactly an every-trade-show occurrence. Or even every couple for that matter. But if there is one manufacturing event…
Danfoss completes acquisition of White Drive Products
The Danfoss Group can now call itself the world leader in hydraulic motors after closing its bid to acquire U.S.-based White Drive Products Inc. The acquisition was finalized…
IFPS upgrades Electronic Controls Specialist Certification
The International Fluid Power Society (IFPS) has recently upgraded its Electronic Controls Specialist Certification. The ECS Certification is designed to review and test understanding, specification, and application of…
Viatran introduces rugged all-stainless industrial pressure transmitters
Viatran has announced the global market introduction of its Model 24A/34A Series. The Model 24A/34A Series is a family of general purpose industrial pressure transmitters, designed for optimal application versatility…
Prevent dump pump failure with Muncie’s Three-Line System
Muncie Power Products Inc.’s line of dump pumps is available in a three-line system option to help prevent the most common dump pump failure of high temperatures resulting…
IFPE 2017 to include multiple education offerings
IFPE 2017 will host the Energy Efficient Hydraulics and Pneumatics Conference (EEHPC) in addition to offering hands-on “college course” education on the effective use of hydraulics in mobile…
Manuli Hydraulics announces a new acquisition PSI Hydraulics Private Limited
Manuli Hydraulics, a division of Manuli Rubber Industries (MRI) announces the acquisition of majority of the shares of the Indian company PSI Hydraulics (PSI). PSI is India’s third…
AEM says construction equipment exports are down
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) has reported that, as of midyear, the exports of construction equipment made in the United States were down 24% when compared to…