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Roth Hydraulics is driving forward its internationalization and strengthening its global market position. The manufacturer of hydraulic accumulator systems from Biedenkopf-Eckelshausen has acquired the US company SFP Hydraulics Inc. in Houston. SFP Hydraulics is an established supplier of bladder, piston and diaphragm accumulators. The company was founded in 2014 and has grown strongly since then.…

Ohio Fabricators Company (OFCO), a manufacturer of stock and custom strainers, breathers, diffusers and screen assemblies for the filtration and fluid power industries, is pleased to announce its new line of spin-on filters and accessories for hydraulic systems. The SP Series filters are available in a wide range of filtration media, flow rates and mesh […]

From time to time, compressed air auditors find air-cooled air compressors located in small rooms where the ventilation is inadequate. Most of the time, in properly designed rooms, the heat the compressors produce is ducted out of the room through metals ducting — often, it will be directed to cool areas of the plant in […]

By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Sometimes, there’s a practical and propitious device that’s been around forever, only to be discovered by happenchance, yet it provides immense value and serendipity. I have been known to use hyperbole in my writing, and maybe so here. Still, if this article convinces just one reader to use this simple […]

A mining complex was experiencing low pressure events — even though its 14 large compressors were all running. The pressure was adequate during most of the day, but during peak demand times, the pressure sagged to unacceptable levels. This, of course, caused complaints from the workers. The pressure settings of the compressors were already set […]

ELGi Compressors USA has introduced the EQ Series, a new range of oil-lubricated, direct drive rotary screw air compressors, designed to provide superior performance and reliability to small and medium-sized operations that traditionally use belt-driven air compressors. In line with ELGi’s customer-centric approach, the EQ ‘ELGi Quest’ Series is built for customers requiring reliable compressed […]

Danfoss Power Solutions today announced the launch of its IK1-G pistol grip remote control. Designed for safe, reliable, one-handed remote operation of machine functions, the robust yet compact transmitter features optimized ergonomics, intuitive operation, and high configurability. The Danfoss IK1-G remote control is specifically designed for telescopic, service, and loader cranes, as well as tow […]

Industry 4.0 aims to increase efficiency, productivity, quality, and sustainability while optimizing supply chains and workforces. It sounds like a tall order, but as more manufacturers adopt the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), edge devices, and cloud-based technologies, the more such efforts are realized. Of course, one of the fundamental challenges is extracting and leveraging […]

When doing a compressed air audit, it is always recommended to measure the important parameters of the system and analyze the data carefully. Typically, pressure and power (or amps) are monitored, but in some cases measurement of flow comes in handy. In the case of a large plumbing component manufacturer, the installation of flow meters […]

Emerson recently announced its new Aventics Series 625 Sentronic Proportional Pressure Control Valves. With a control deviation of less than 0.5%, the new valves are designed to deliver highly accurate, electronic proportional pressure control and provide the flexibility needed to support sophisticated pneumatic control engineering applications. Data acquisition software (DaS) software included with Series 625 […]

When we delve into the realm of linear actuators used in industrial fluid power, our minds often gravitate towards the familiar, such as NFPA and mill-type for hydraulics, or compact round-line or extruded-aluminum body cylinders for pneumatics. These are the tried and tested construction styles. However, a lesser-known yet highly innovative player in this field […]

Femco has released a new series of drain plugs and clickers — The Non-Drip system, which was specifically created to rapidly drain and refill oil from vehicles or machines without leaving any residue afterwards. This is a game changer for industries that demand a safe and clean work environment (for example: trucking, construction, mining or […]

Last month, we discussed how vital an oil analysis program is for the reliability of your hydraulically powered machinery. This article is the second in the series where I discuss the many important qualities a competent oil analysis lab can identify for you. Oil viscosity is a primary driver in the oil selection process and […]

The Filtration Division of power management company Eaton has launched its line of WPL spin-on filters that protect pumps, valves, compressors, and hydraulic systems from contamination as per ISO 2941, ISO 3723, and ISO 2942 standards. The filters are designed to provide one of the highest cleanliness levels for hydraulic systems, featuring cartridges that are […]

AutomationDirect has added Metal Work series 70 valves to their valves and pneumatic components categories. Metal Work is a trusted name in pneumatics and several new valve types are available, including toggle and axial lever manual valves, push-pull manual valves, mechanically operated air valves (mechanical limit switch valves), pushbutton air valves, air pilot valves, and […]

At NAHAD last week, Continental officially launched its newest crimper, the PC160i with CrimpIQ PRO Technology. The bench-top 1 ¼ in. crimper features state-of-the-art technology to make hose crimping quick and easy. Laszlo Dobo, Head of Product Management – Hydraulic Solutions, noted that the original smart crimper from Continental was launched in 2018, and over […]

By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor When installing hydraulic hose assemblies, if tight is good, then tighter is better, right? To be sure a hydraulic hose never accidentally loosens during operation, should we get the biggest pry bar we can find to help lock that hose fitting in for good? Not precisely — torquing your hose […]

I caught up with Cody Sarmiento, Connector Technology Manager, Great Lakes Region for Parker Hannifin Corp on day two of NAHAD to learn more about where the focus is headed for the company’s hydraulic hose lines. Much of our discussion centered on the Critical Projection cover, which has added not only abrasion resistance but impact […]

By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor When buying a cylinder repair kit, you generally expect to open a plastic bag filled with O-rings, rod seals, end seals and other synthetic rubber bits used to freshen up an old air or hydraulic cylinder. Often, we call such an assembly of parts a seal kit, which completely forsakes […]

By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Three-way valves, common and versatile tools in fluid power, demonstrate their precision by effectively diverting, selecting, or mixing three flow paths as the circuit requires. These valves, available in lever or solenoid actuation, are widely used for directional control. Their construction style varies, ensuring suitability for diverse applications. The three-way…

Alkon Corp., a provider of pneumatic components and systems, is proud to announce the launch of two groundbreaking products: the Lightning Lift-Axle Valve and Module-AIR. Engineered to revolutionize trailer performance and reliability, these innovative products offer unparalleled accuracy, configurability, and durability for the transportation industry. The Lightning Lift-Axle Valve sets a new standard in trailer […]

Pirtek USA experienced continued growth in Q1 with eight openings and seven signed agreements. Among the new openings were four first-time Pirtek franchisees as well as expansions from four existing franchisees. The signings comprised six new franchisees and one existing franchisee expanding their territory through the signing of a resale agreement. This growth reflects the […]

Webtec is unveiling the third generation of its class-leading DHT digital hydraulic tester designed to assist hydraulic technicians with reactive, proactive and preventive maintenance. Measuring flow, pressure and temperature, the DHT has a built-in loading valve to simulate load. This rugged tool — a workhorse of the hydraulic testing arena — features a number of…

At Hannover Messe this week, Bosch Rexroth announced that it has developed a scalable portfolio of servohydraulic drives for compressors in the power range between 10 and 280 kW in partnership with others from the hydrogen industry. Hydrogen produced from renewable energies plays a key role in achieving global climate targets. It is a CO2-free […]

  By Robert J. Sheaf, Founder, CFC Industrial A customer of mine has a machine that threads both ends of a straight piece of rod stock which then is fed into a second machine to bend it in a “U” shape. This creates a clamp for various round pipe sizes. They had a problem with…