MP Filtri has launched its new ICM-2.0 in-line contamination monitor at IFPE, to allow users to automatically measure and display particulate contamination, moisture and temperature levels in various hydraulic fluids. Company representatives told me that the newest features of this model include the ability to download data via a USB stick with … [Read more...] about MP Filtri highlights updated in-line contamination monitor at IFPE
Day 2 IFPE: Innovations in hydraulic sealing technologies
Mobile hydraulics, and those shiny clean cylinders that abound in them, could not function without good, quality hydraulic seals. That’s why I’ve already spent a fair amount of time chatting with some of the major sealing companies throughout the past two days of IFPE 2017. Here’s a brief round-up of some of the innovative sealing technologies … [Read more...] about Day 2 IFPE: Innovations in hydraulic sealing technologies
Trelleborg launches rotary seal that allows equipment to run faster, longer at high pressures
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions launches an its Roto Glyd Ring V, which is primarily intended for double-acting pressure within severe working conditions that require extended rotary service. The seal is specifically engineered for machinery where a high pressure to velocity value is required to allow equipment to run at the highest possible speeds in … [Read more...] about Trelleborg launches rotary seal that allows equipment to run faster, longer at high pressures
Why should you consider operating temperature when selecting hydraulic fluid?
Hydraulic fluid selection criteria include the expected range of operating temperatures, available means of temperature control and fluid physical properties at expected temperature levels. Where ambient and structural temperatures are above hydraulic fluid flash and/or fire points in a compartment, the potential fire hazard must be … [Read more...] about Why should you consider operating temperature when selecting hydraulic fluid?
Save the date: NFPA Minneapolis Regional Meeting slated for April 11
The NFPA will host its first Regional Meeting of 2017 at Hennepin Technical College's Brooklyn Park Campus in greater Minneapolis on April 11 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Hennepin Technical College offers one of the premier A.A.S. fluid power programs in the country, and Instructor Jeannine Uehling and her students will provide an inside look at … [Read more...] about Save the date: NFPA Minneapolis Regional Meeting slated for April 11
Trelleborg highlights sealing developments, supply chain services at IFPE 2017
At this year's IFPE, Trelleborg Sealing Solutions will demonstrate the power of its Service PLUS program, which simplifies the workflow across every discipline of a fluid power professional's value chain; from engineering to logistics, manufacturing to the aftermarket. In addition, design engineers working in power transmission, motion control … [Read more...] about Trelleborg highlights sealing developments, supply chain services at IFPE 2017
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions continues its trade show ThinkTank concept at MD&M West
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions continues to spark innovative ideas through its trade show presence, as it expands its TrelleborgThinkTank concept, which I wrote about when it was first launched last year at OTC. This year at MD&M West, the company is encouraging attendees to share ideas and encourage innovation using the hashtag … [Read more...] about Trelleborg Sealing Solutions continues its trade show ThinkTank concept at MD&M West
C. Otto Gehrckens hosts O-ring Academy seminars
C. Otto Gehrckens GmbH & Co. KG (COG), hosts its own O-ring Academy seminars for designers, engineers and users of fluid power seals. First up is the compact seminar, "O-rings explained in detail" on March 30 at the company's headquarters in Pinneberg, Germany (near Hamburg). In addition to learning how to properly use O-rings, and … [Read more...] about C. Otto Gehrckens hosts O-ring Academy seminars
Clean systems start with hydraulic fluid storage and transfer
IsoLink Oil Transfer Containers from Des-Case play a critical part in keeping hydraulic fluids contaminant free and dry during small volume transfers from oil barrels to the system. Available in three sizes — 4, 7 and 10 liters, they feature a square design that provides 27% more storage capacity than round containers. These containers are used … [Read more...] about Clean systems start with hydraulic fluid storage and transfer
CCEFP Industry-University Summit slated for April 4-6
The next CCEFP Industry-University Summit will be held at the George Bush Presidential Library and Museum at Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas, April 4-6. The "Summit," co-sponsored by CCEFP and the National Fluid Power Association, is a bi-annual meeting of the minds for fluid power industry and academic researchers. It connects … [Read more...] about CCEFP Industry-University Summit slated for April 4-6
