Geroter pumps are a type of inside gear pump. They feature a rotating ring and gear and they are actually quite an efficient model of hydraulic pump. Because of the fine tolerances that are used…
Thomas Magnete launched electrohydraulic actuator at Bauma
Reliability, flexibilty and safety are key elements to any hydraulic system. This is why Thomas Magnete GmbH launched the EHA electrohydraulic actuator at Bauma last month. This compact,…
Hazardous area explosion proof linear position sensor
Balluff’s Micropulse TA12 hazardous area linear position sensor is now available with new features and improved performance, while maintaining 100% backward compatibility to the existing BTL5 TA12. Key…
Power-Packer launches new website
Power-Packer, manufacturers of custom hydraulic position and motion control solutions, recently launched a new website at www.powerpackerus.com. The responsive site uses the newest web technology and is compatible…
Where are manifolds used?
Manifolds are used in my many fluid power applications, depending upon the application. Manifolds are used in hydraulics as well as pneumatics, and can be used to mount…
Fluid power market to continue slow growth pace
Last week, I had a chance to participate in the Canadian Fluid Power Association’s Annual General Meeting at the Fairmont le Château Montebello in Montebello, Quebec. The event…
Kawasaki launched new pumps, motors and valves at Bauma
Kawasaki Precision Machinery is helping manufacturers improve efficiency and cost savings, with the launch of a new range of pumps, motors and control valves at Bauma last month….
How do you choose a hydraulic pump based on the fluid you have?
A pumps can be chosen by looking at the datasheets of the particular pumps that you’re looking for. This is a case where the same reasons you would choose…
One of Canada’s preeminent trainers to head technical sessions at FPTC
Carl Dyke, founder of CD Industrial Group, will lead four of the key technical sessions at the inaugural Fluid Power Technology Conference, presented by Fluid Power World. The…
Where are filtration systems used?
Filtration systems are used anywhere upgraded or auxiliary filtration is required in a hydraulic system. A filtration system is available in either permanent kidney loop circuits or portable…
Where are hydraulic filters used?
Hydraulic filters are used anywhere in a hydraulic system particle contamination is to be removed. Particle contamination can be ingested through the reservoir, created during the manufacture of…
Line of premium quality hydraulic reservoirs
Available in aluminum, steel and polyethylene, Muncie Power’s line of hydraulic reservoirs comes in a wide variety of sizes and shapes to meet most hydraulic system needs. There…
What type of pumps is best when you have low suction head?
The answer to this depends on the pump design. It wouldn’t be best to go with a cavitation-prone pump, so some particular piston pumps might not be a good…
Presentation submittal deadline for FPIRC16 extended to May 15
NFPA and the Center for Compact and Efficient Fluid Power (CCEFP) invite both industry and academic researchers to submit a short abstract of their work for consideration as…
Danfoss introduces MP1 closed circuit axial piston pumps at bauma 2016
Danfoss Power Solutions introduced its new MP1 closed circuit axial piston pump at bauma 2016, which provides best-in-class modular configuration for manufacturers seeking a reliable medium-power product. The…
Hengli America launches HVS multi-section mobile valve
Hengli recently introduced its HVS Multi-Section Valve. With spool sizes of 16/18 and sandwich plate design, this valve is a must have on multiple applications including but not…
Get more out of your industry associations
I’m fortunate to attend a lot of conferences and conventions put on by industry associations. These events are not only great networking opportunities, but they allow attendees to…
i-Design Integrated Manifold Design Tool
HydraForce has released the latest version of i-Design, its circuit design tool. Version 5 of i-Design supports the trends toward integrated hydraulic systems, expanded use of electro-hydraulics, and…
12 eye-catching machines from Bauma
Hydraulics was at the heart of almost all of the hundreds of machines on display last week at Bauma 2016. Here’s a look at a dozen of them…
What is the best hydraulic pump design?
The best hydraulic pump design is the one that is most appropriate for your application. The reason that there are so many pump designs is because manufacturers or…
Offline filtration ensures clean-running, efficient machines
Without a doubt, clean hydraulic fluid is the ultimate lifeblood of a hydraulic system. Contamination can reduce efficiency and possibly destroy machinery. That’s why many companies invest in…
Muncie Power Products introduces Ex Drive shaft extension
Muncie Power Products, Inc. introduces the EX Drive, its latest power take-off shaft extension, designed to fit popular Allison 3000 and 4000 Series transmissions with or without a…
The future of fluid power and mobile equipment
To gain perspective on the trends and innovations at this year’s Bauma fair, we had the opportunity to meet with Dr. Bertram Hoffman, member of the executive board…
Hunter on other parts of the globe
Sarah Hunter of Oxford Economics painted a less-than-rosy picture at the recent NFPA Annual Conference in San Antonio, Texas. In Part 1, we looked at the U.S.’s outlook….
FluiDyne introduces 500-series heavy-duty hydraulic motors
FluiDyne Fluid Power has announced the release of a new product: the interchangeable, heavy duty 500-series motors. The motor adapts the Geroler gear set design with high-speed distribution…