Trelleborg Sealing Solutions has expanded its research and development capabilities at its headquarters in Stuttgart, Germany. Housed at the new Trelleborg Sealing Solutions Innovation Center, the facility is a critical element in the business area’s global R&D network. Substantial investment in the Innovation Center has seen usable space for … [Read more...] about Trelleborg steps up its sealing innovations with expanded Stuttgart R&D facility
What does hydraulic maintenance mean to you?
By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor I once had a walk-in customer bring with him an old, rusty spin-on filter, which I believe was originally coloured white below the now orange and brown soup of rust and oil. He needed a replacement filter for his vacuum truck, a machine he said he bought used eight years ago. I grabbed a stock filter head to … [Read more...] about What does hydraulic maintenance mean to you?
Material matters: Understanding wear ring benefits
Wear rings can be an integral part of a hydraulic system, as they absorb side loads and eliminate metal-to-metal contact, extending system life. Contributed by Tom Zozokos, Product Manager, Trelleborg Sealing Solutions Streamwood and Beth Figliulo, Fluid Power Segment Manager, Trelleborg Sealing Solutions Americas Wear rings, whether … [Read more...] about Material matters: Understanding wear ring benefits
Hallite’s parent company, Fenner, acquired by Michelin
Michelin has announced that its acquisition of Fenner PLC is complete and that Fenner and all of its business units, including all business units of Hallite Seals International, are now part of the Michelin group of companies. This represents the culmination of a process that was first announced in March. According to John Curtis Global … [Read more...] about Hallite’s parent company, Fenner, acquired by Michelin
IsoLogic connected desiccant breather from Des-Case is first IIoT breather on market
Des-Case Corp. today announced the launch of IsoLogic, the first connected desiccant breather. The patent-pending device is Des-Case’s first entrance into the rapidly growing Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) space, expanding on the launch of the first desiccant breather by the company in 1983 and its many innovations since. It is projected … [Read more...] about IsoLogic connected desiccant breather from Des-Case is first IIoT breather on market
Freudenberg showcases latest high-tech sealing technologies at OTC2018
Freudenberg Sealing Technologies is highlighting its latest products and technologies specifically designed for oil and gas customers at the 2018 Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) through tomorrow, May 3 in Houston. The company will also introduce customers to its new accumulator manufacturing and service facility in Houston during the … [Read more...] about Freudenberg showcases latest high-tech sealing technologies at OTC2018
What functions do hydraulic fluids perform in a system?
Contributed by Carl Dyke, CD Industrial Group Hydraulic fluid is the energy transfer medium in all hydraulic systems. This simple function is only achieved by a fluid that does not easily trap gasses. Trapped gas and foaming problems would bring a higher level of compressibility to a fluid that is usually relied upon to support a very stiff, … [Read more...] about What functions do hydraulic fluids perform in a system?
Marine-safe hydraulic oils from Lubriplate are inherently biodegradable
Marine-safe hydraulic oils from Lubriplate are inherently biodegradable and non-toxic to aquatic life, exceeding U.S. EPA LC50 and U.S. Fish and Wildlife requirements. Formulated with premium USP white mineral oils and a zinc-free anti-wear additive package, these high-performance hydraulic fluids meet or exceed the performance requirements of … [Read more...] about Marine-safe hydraulic oils from Lubriplate are inherently biodegradable
Echo Engineering to invest $24 million, add jobs to its new Michigan-based location
As previously announced, Echo Engineering, Indianapolis, recently acquired a Michigan-based plastics injection molder, Ammex Plastics, as it aims to grow its presence in the automotive industry. As a result, Echo Engineering is investing $2.4 million into 60-plus full-time jobs with additional real estate and automated manufacturing equipment in … [Read more...] about Echo Engineering to invest $24 million, add jobs to its new Michigan-based location
Save the date for the NFPA’s 2018 IEOC
The Industry & Economic Outlook Conference (IEOC) is NFPA’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 2018 event will take place August 13 – 15, at the Westin Chicago North Shore. Registration for the conference will open in … [Read more...] about Save the date for the NFPA’s 2018 IEOC