The owner of the PIRTEK franchise in San Antonio, Tex., has expanded his hose-replacement business by setting up a new location in Austin. “I expect rapid growth,” said Dean Akin, owner of PIRTEK Broadway in San Antonio. “We’re going to push forward in everything we do there.” The only franchise of its kind in the […]
Guide helps to select the proper pneumatic fitting
A new guide from Beswick Engineering Co. explains the various choices faced when you are selecting pneumatic fittings for your product. There are three common fitting types: barbed, push-to-connect, and compression. Each has advantages and disadvantages. How will you select the best type for the long term success of your design? The Beswick Fitting Selection Guide […]
Air-Way Manufacturing announces ISO 14001 Environmental Management Certification
Air-Way Global Manufacturing has announced that the company has achieved International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 14001:2015 Environmental Management certification. The company had been pursuing this certification since Fall of 2016 and is excited to announce the final approval from ISO. They add this certification to their existing ISO 9001:2008 certification as well. “Our entire staff […]
Complete Hannover Messe coverage from Fluid Power World and Design World
Hannover Messe, held each year in Hannover, Germany, is celebrating its 70th anniversary this year. This worldwide industrial trade show is the largest such event on the planet, and is expecting more than 190,000 visitors over a five day span. There will be 6,500 exhibitors spread across an unbelievable 26 exhibition halls. During odd-numbered years, there is […]
PMMI announces Jim Pittas as next President and CEO
SVP Jim Pittas will succeed Charles D. Yuska as president and CEO of PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, owner and producer of the PACK EXPO portfolio of trade shows. Pittas will assume the role of Chief Operating Officer immediately and will work with Yuska to assume the title of President and CEO upon […]
Increase in awareness of industrial distribution as career path
A recent survey of “right fit” 16-24-year-olds found a 6.7% increase in their awareness of industrial distribution as a career field, compared to a similar survey commissioned three years ago by Industrial Careers Pathway (ICP). The November 2016 survey targeted young people who are not planning on attending a four-year college and self-identified as having […]
Brennan Industries achieves Nadcap, AS9100 aerospace accreditations
To demonstrate its continued commitment to quality, Brennan Industries announces that the company has achieved Nadcap and AS9100 accreditation for fluid system manufacturing—including fittings and other components. Brennan Industries has received international recognition for this initiative and is now qualified to supply their manufactured hydraulic fittings and other components to customers in the aerospace and defense markets that […]
Komatsu acquires Joy Global to expand mining business
Komatsu America Corp., a subsidiary of Komatsu Ltd., has completed its acquisition of Joy Global Inc., a worldwide leader in high-productivity mining solutions. Retaining its headquarters in Milwaukee, Joy Global Inc. will be renamed Komatsu Mining Corp. and operate as a subsidiary of Komatsu. The company will continue to promote and invest in the P&H, Joy […]
Peninsular Cylinder announces partnership with Amlok
Peninsular Cylinder Co. has announced a new partnership with Amlok. This allows Peninsular the ability to incorporate the rod lock, providing a plug and play assembled unit at a cost competitive price. These integrated units are suitable for the food industry, wash-down, and underwater applications. Bill Tyler, Peninsular’s National Sales & Marketing Manager, focused on the […]
April 2017 issue: Hydraulic hybrid slashes operating costs + more
In this issue: 32 Hydraulic hybrid slashes operating costs 40 Safe pneumatic system design 48 Demystifying transducers 54 Fluid Power Technology Conference Maintaining relevance in the midst of change Change in the fluid power industry is almost always through gradual evolution, and not in huge jumps and starts. Our technology is a mature one,…
Parker releases direct-operated D1FC/D3FC proportional DC valve series
Parker Hannifin has completed its range of direct operated proportional DC valves with the new zero lap spools for the D1FC/D3FC series introduced last year. This option makes the use of the valves for closed loop controls possible. Parker is positioning its direct operated valve series with high dynamics and high volumetric flows between the […]
Plattco Corp. partners with Nexmatix on new energy-saving valve
Thanks to a brand-new partnership with Nexmatix, Plattco Corp. is about to start delivering even smarter solutions for customers nationwide. Known for its “smart” approach to pneumatic valves, Nexmatix offers a significant value proposition to companies that implement its technology. Plattco is teaming with Nexmatix to introduce an energy-efficient Double Flap Airlock Valve for material handling. […]
Compressed air fail: Value of measuring
A food processing plant was running out of compressed air capacity and decided to bring in an auditor to assess the size of the new compressor. The auditor hooked up his instruments to measure compressor pressure, power consumption and flow. Very soon, the auditor began to notice that things didn’t quite add up. When in […]
Allied Electronics now distributing Festo actuators, fittings, solenoids, valves, and filters
Festo, a worldwide automation companies, and Allied Electronics, a leading distributor of industrial automation products with North American headquarters in Fort Worth, Tex., have inaugurated a national distribution agreement covering Festo actuators, fittings, solenoids, valves, and filters. “Festo is recognized for its engineering, product quality, and support,” said Frank Cantwell, VP of Product and Supplier Management […]
Industrial Automation and Motion, Drive & Automation shows to merge
Hannover Fairs USA, the U.S. subsidiary of Hannover, Germany’s Deutsche Messe—one of the world’s largest and most active organizers of industrial technology events, today announced that two of the leading Hannover Messe portfolio trade shows, Industrial Automation and Motion, Drive & Automation, will combine to form Integrated Automation, Motion & Drives (IAMD). The new trade […]
How to quickly supply complex hydraulic systems
Edited by Mike Santora How does one ensure engineers can quickly supply complex hydraulic systems based on customer demand, each with their own unique applications? The German engineering company Viereck & Co has done so by making smart design software a key part of the supply process. Complicated hydraulic power sources and control systems require […]
NAHAD names new officers, board members
More than 930 NAHAD members from around the world recently convened at the JW Marriott Hill Country in San Antonio, Tex. for the association’s 33rd Annual Convention. The leading manufacturers and distributors of hose assemblies and related products and services participated in four days of educational sessions, networking programs and the annual Showcase of Hose Solutions […]
Gates introduces new line of XtraTuff abrasion resistant spiral wire hoses
Gates Corp. has released a new, powerful abrasion resistant XtraTuff cover for spiral wire hoses in 4,000 and 5,000 psi configurations. The Gates XtraTuff cover offers 25 times more abrasion resistance than the standard hydraulic hose cover as per ISO 6945 standard. While fully maintaining the Gates MegaSys hose performance and flexibility, the new cover provides […]
NFPA: Registration for 2017 Industry and Economic Outlook Conference
The Industry & Economic Outlook Conference (IEOC) is the National Fluid Power Association’s highly anticipated economic event for everyone in the fluid power supply chain – NFPA members and non-members alike are all invited to attend. The 2017 event will take place August 14 – 16, 2017 at the Westin Chicago North Shore in Wheeling, […]
Michigan’s Exotic Automation & Supply acquires Sidener Engineering
Exotic Automation & Supply, a premier Parker Hannifin distributor, announced today they have acquired Sidener Engineering, an Indiana Parker Hannifin distributor. The acquisition joins two well-established, reputable leading fluid power suppliers to offer greater services to Michigan, Indiana, Ohio and surrounding areas. Sidener Engineering was founded in 1981 and has grown into a full-line, value […]
Top 13 Cities for Engineering Professionals
Design World’s Editorial Director, Paul J. Heney, discusses his magazine’s rundown of the 13 best U.S. cities for everyone from recent engineering graduates to seasoned technical design professionals. The metro areas that make the list include Dallas, Dayton and Detroit, as well as Seattle and San Francisco. Check out our video below!
Danfoss Power Solutions introduces new Fan Drive Control for axial piston pumps
Danfoss Power Solutions has developed a fan drive control feature for the Series 45 portfolio of open circuit axial piston pumps to increase system efficiency and improve machine performance. Available on K2, J and F frames, the fan drive control is an intelligent thermal management solution that can maximize cooling efficiency, decrease fuel costs, and […]
Yokohama Rubber launches high-pressure hose, “Versatran”
The Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd., announced the addition of “Verstran” to its existing product lines, new high pressure hose that meets the requirements of SAE and EN standard. In the global high pressure hose market, SAE and EN standard products are widely used in hydraulic products, offshore oil field, construction and industrial machinery for both OEM and […]
Danfoss launches K2 axial piston pump
Danfoss Power Solutions is updating the Series 45 pump portfolio with the addition of the K2 frame axial piston pump. The smaller K2 frame, 25-45cc, has been reduced in length by up to 20%, width by up to 10%, and weight by up to 30%, offering customers a smaller solution that continues to provide maximum […]
Alkon Corp. announces acquisition of Allenair, LLC
Fremont, Ohio-based Alkon Corp. has acquired Allenair LLC of Mineola, N.Y. A company spokesperson indicated that they are longtime admirers of Allenair products and are proud to add them to their company. Allenair will become a division of Alkon under its Management team and the company will integrate the sales and production activities over the next few months. The […]