Hydraulic reservoirs in a fluid power system primarily serve as a storage tanks to contain sufficient volume of hydraulic fluid and subsequently cater to the fluid demand by the pump during system operation. Additionally, the reservoirs account for the thermal expansion/contraction of the hydraulic fluid and also provide for acceptable levels of … [Read more...] about How do you size hydraulic reservoirs for aircraft hydraulic systems?
Archives for April 2017
Small, big and fast products at Hannover Messe
Among the announcements coming out of Hannover this week, Argo-Hytos introduced the new CFP compact filter pack. It’s a multi-purpose off-line filtration unit dedicated for servicing compact power packs on a daily basis, not just during start-up or breakdowns. It’s designed for tanks ranging from 1 to 100 l in size. According to the company, … [Read more...] about Small, big and fast products at Hannover Messe
Trelleborg’s seal materials tested for optimum performance based on fluid type
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions has carried out a series of tests to show the importance of fluid type and seal material choice in “ensuring optimum seal performance and service life.” The company worked with fluid producer MacDermid to test the effect of water glycol fluids on common seal materials. Together the engineers for both companies tested … [Read more...] about Trelleborg’s seal materials tested for optimum performance based on fluid type
Globally compliant materials for producing high purity products
The newest globally compliant materials from Minnesota Rubber and Plastics produce high purity and differentiated products with the added benefit of helping to reduce stock-keeping units (SKU’s) and product inventory in multiple markets and countries. These new globally compliant materials give designers greater design flexibility while providing … [Read more...] about Globally compliant materials for producing high purity products
First aid for technicians: Professional O-ring tool kit from COG
Technical users know the problem all too well: Installing O-rings in cramped installation spaces without damaging them or the removal of stuck O-rings from grooves without causing damage to the machine is often a tedious and above all difficult affair. Often, screwdrivers or simple plastic tools are used to perform the task. These tools are often … [Read more...] about First aid for technicians: Professional O-ring tool kit from COG
Parker’s O-Ring Division changes name to O-Ring & Engineered Seals Division
The O-Ring Division of Parker Hannifin Corp. announced that it is changing its name to the Parker O-Ring & Engineered Seals Division. The new name reflects the vast product line offered following the consolidation of Engineered Material Group’s four divisions: O-Ring, TechSeal, Engineered Seals and Integrated Sealing Systems Divisions. This … [Read more...] about Parker’s O-Ring Division changes name to O-Ring & Engineered Seals Division
AMT Elects new Board of Directors and officers
AMT, The Association For Manufacturing Technology has elected its 2017-2018 officers and directors. The 2017-2018 board year begins April 1, 2017. The AMT board of directors, which represents more than 600 builders and distributors of machine tools, manufacturing machinery and related products, named Ronald S. Karaisz II to serve as Chairman. … [Read more...] about AMT Elects new Board of Directors and officers
