Eaton recently introduced the Power Xpert quality event analysis system (PXQ), a power quality monitoring solution that sets the benchmark in performance, adaptability, and user experience. With an unwavering commitment to innovation, Eaton’s PXQ is helping to redefine the landscape of power quality analysis, offering an array of features that empower users to enhance efficiency,…
Eaton invests $150 million for electrical infrastructure for North America
Intelligent power management company Eaton has announced the investment of an additional $150 million to increase the supply of its electrical power distribution solutions for customers across North America. As part of this investment, Eaton is committing $80 million to significantly expand its manufacturing footprint in El Paso, Texas—creating more than 600 new skilled manufacturing…
Sizing a dynamic brake resistor
Dynamic brakes in electric motor drives divert rising DC bus voltage seen during load deceleration. Here we explain how to size the resistors that process that voltage. By Lawrence Kren | Contributing writer Dynamic brakes divert rising DC bus voltage to an appropriately sized resistor where that voltage is then dissipated as heat. This process […]
Allied Electronics adds Envirocleanse, Ringfeder, E-Switch, Pilz, Eaton Transportation to linecard
Allied Electronics & Automation now stocks ready-to-ship inventory from more than 500 world-class suppliers of automation and control, electronic, electrical, mechanical, and maintenance products. The company has most recently augmented its offering of power transmission components, switches, sensors, industrial connectivity equipment, industrial controls, connectors, and sanitizing products from Envirocleanse, Ringfeder, E-Switch, Pilz, and Eaton Transportation.…
Eaton’s new GFX machine dynamics sensor delivers motion, position and navigational sensing from one compact device
Power management company Eaton today announced the launch of its GFX machine dynamics sensor, a two-in-one device combining the functionality of a global positioning system (GPS) and an inertial measurement unit (IMU) in one compact package. With the ability to monitor machine location, speed, acceleration, direction, tilt, pitch and roll, the GFX device can help…
Mechanically cleaned filter handles chemical residue issue
One of the largest packaging companies of consumer products in North America produces customized packaging for many popular national brands of household and personal care products in plants located across the U.S. and Canada. Environmental regulations at their plant require process water to be free of certain specified contaminants before being discharged into the public…
Self-cleaning filter streamlines sausage production application
Chances are the pork sausage on your breakfast plate came from the grocery store frozen. And if it’s one of the big-name brands, chances are equally good that it was not processed by the company whose name is on the package but by a “co-packer” — a company that specializes in that particular product. One…
Eaton will acquire Souriau-Sunbank Connection Technologies for $920 million
Eaton Corp. is expanding its aerospace and interconnect presence, as it announced last week that it has committed to acquire the Souriau-Sunbank Connection Technologies business of TransDigm Group Inc. for $920 million. Headquartered in Versailles, France, Souriau-Sunbank manufactures highly engineered electrical interconnect solutions for harsh environments for customers in the aerospace, defense, industrial, energy, and […]
Eaton expands North America aftermarket product portfolio with mobile power hydraulics agreement
Eaton announced its Vehicle Group’s Aftermarket division has reached a distribution agreement with Bezares SA to become the North American master distributor for its mobile power hydraulic portfolio. Bezares SA is a global manufacturer of Power Takeoffs (PTOs), hydraulic pumps, fittings, tanks, valves and other related mobile power hydraulic components. In addition to distribution services,…
Nine manufacturers achieve perfect scores on HRC’s Corporate Equality Index
The Human Rights Campaign Foundation has released its Corporate Equality Index 2018, which rates workplaces on LGBTQ equality issues, and nine industrial component manufacturers have earned perfect 100% scores. “It’s no surprise that many top-scoring businesses are also top-performing businesses. They know that creating inclusive workplaces and communities where their employees can thrive is an…
Eaton Doubles Down on Safety with New Double-Door, Line-Side Isolation Switch
Power management company Eaton today announced the launch of its double-door, line-side isolation switch, the industry’s first compartmentalized, fusible safety switch. The latest in Eaton’s growing family of safety switching devices, the new switch features an innovative two-door design with an internal barrier that isolates the fuse base from line-side power, enhancing the safety of…
Eaton Heavy Duty Safety Switches Provide Enhanced Safety and Reliability with Integrated Surge Protection
Power management company Eaton today announced the launch of its heavy duty safety switches with surge protection, the latest in its expanding portfolio of switching devices. Combining Eaton’s heavy duty safety switches with integrated surge protective devices (SPD) courtesy of the Eaton SP1 and CVX series, this packaged solution provides contractors and end users with…
Eaton’s new EPPV proportional pressure reducing pilot valve
Power management company Eaton today announced the new EPPV5 and EPPV6, a family of proportional pressure reducing pilot valves with excellent reliability and hysteresis performance. The latest addition…
How does extreme heat affect hydraulic hose?
In a previous posting, the editors at Fluid Power World discussed how ultra-low temperatures can play havoc with the performance of typical rubber hose. Hydraulic hose used at high temperatures faces performance issues too, but for different reasons. That’s because thermal exposure can cause aging of elastomers and plastics. (Other causes of aging include exposure […]
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Eaton’s 4S/6S series spiral hose fittings are designed for high-pressure hydraulic systems
Eaton today announced the availability of the new 4S/6S series of spiral hose fittings, featuring major advancements to help provide a robust, practical and complete engineered hose assembly system. Designed for high-pressure hydraulic systems commonly found in mobile and industrial equipment used in the machine building, mining, metals and minerals, construction, agriculture and vehicle markets, […]
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Hydraulic track motor features high starting torque, low heat generation
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…
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…
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,…
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)…
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…
Eaton’s EC600 X-FLEX high-pressure hose provides 24% more flexibility
Eaton launched a new high-pressure hose, the EC600 X-FLEX, which was designed for demanding applications requiring very high pressure performance in small areas. At 50% of the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) 100R15 bend radius, this spiral hose’s flexibility makes installation in tight spaces much easier while reducing the total amount of hose needed on […]
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The Dynamic Machine Control approach to building smarter machines
It’s no secret that OEMs are looking to build more “intelligence” into mobile and industrial machines. The goal is to make the equipment they sell more productive and…
Eaton’s Patent Pending Technology Enables Flexible System Design
Power management company Eaton introduced a patent pending new “drive in a drive” technology that saves space and extends motor life, making smaller 34 cubic centimeters, 41cc and…
Technavio announces top 5 global hydraulic equipment vendors
Technavio has announced the top five leading vendors in its recent global hydraulic equipment market report. This research report also lists 11 other prominent vendors that are expected to impact the market during the forecast period. Competitive vendor landscape According to the report, the global hydraulic equipment market is highly fragmented with the presence of […]
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How often should you check your hose assembly for soundness and safety?
Joyce Laird • Contributing Editor All hydraulic hoses should be visually inspected on a regular basis, said Robert J. Koehler, Sr. Training Specialist at Eaton Corporation. Inspection intervals should be determined by the frequency of use and/or the application of the hose. The more the equipment is used, the more frequently it should be inspected. For […]
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