The upcoming IFPE show, in Las Vegas from March 7-11, will allow fluid power designers to see the latest in hydraulic filter technologies. Read on to see how these critical components are used in mobile machinery, as well as a listing of what IFPE booths you can visit for more information on hydraulic filters. A reliable and efficient hydraulic … [Read more...] about Hydraulic filters at IFPE 2017
NFPA announces agenda for World Fluid Power Summit at IFPE 2017
Previously, The National Fluid Power Association (NFPA) announced it would bring the world of fluid power together for information sharing and education during this year's IFPE. The World Fluid Power Summit, to be held Thursday, March 9, at noon, at the Las Vegas Convention Center, will include lunch for all attendees. Industry and association … [Read more...] about NFPA announces agenda for World Fluid Power Summit at IFPE 2017
Minnesota Rubber & Plastics sealing materials certified for food and beverage industries
Quadion LLC, Minnesota Rubber and Plastics (MRP) introduces a new portfolio of materials specifically formulated to meet all of the major regulations for food and beverage contact. These materials are now available with certified compliance to the European Commission framework regulation EC 1935/2004, US FDA Title 21 CFR and NSF Standard 61 and 51. … [Read more...] about Minnesota Rubber & Plastics sealing materials certified for food and beverage industries
When should you use offline filtration systems?
Editor's note: This article was updated with links and additional text on February 6, 2025. By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Sometimes, inline hydraulic filters are not enough to keep a hydraulic system happy. Most hydraulic systems are installed with at least a return filter, which semi-purifies fluid before it is once again welcomed … [Read more...] about When should you use offline filtration systems?
Is chemical analysis all I need to maintain my hydraulic fluid?
Often, users of hydraulic fluid will confuse a chemical analysis with a complete fluid analysis, which provides particle count of contaminants, amounts of water, and more. Oil samples that are sent off to a lab without specific instructions will return with valuable data but not all the data points you require. In most cases, the majority of labs … [Read more...] about Is chemical analysis all I need to maintain my hydraulic fluid?
What is the purpose of hydraulic fluid?
Hydraulic fluid is used in fluid power systems mainly because of its incompressibility or stiffness. This allows it to provide consistent and powerful transmission of energy throughout a hydraulic system, which allows the actuators to complete the work, whether they are linear or rotary motions. The advantage of a fluid’s compressibility ensures a … [Read more...] about What is the purpose of hydraulic fluid?
Parker to acquire filtration company CLARCOR for $4.3 billion
Parker Hannifin Corp., Mayfield Heights, Ohio, and CLARCOR Inc., Franklin, Tenn., announced yesterday that the companies have entered into a definitive agreement under which Parker will acquire CLARCOR for approximately $4.3 billion in cash, including the assumption of net debt. CLARCO, a manufacturer of mobile, industrial and environmental … [Read more...] about Parker to acquire filtration company CLARCOR for $4.3 billion
Parker patents stainless-steel flat-face sealing ring for use with tube fittings
Parker Hannifin was recently issued U.S. Patent No. 9,453,600 for a new stainless steel flat face sealing ring for use with tube fittings in extreme temperature applications. The new seal design was developed by engineers at the Parker Tube Fittings Division and is a principal design feature of the Parker Seal-Lok Xtreme line of flat face seal … [Read more...] about Parker patents stainless-steel flat-face sealing ring for use with tube fittings
Hallite Announces availability of Armorlene PTFE products and materials
Hallite Seals International announces availability of its new Armorlene PTFE product and material portfolio, a high-performance polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) product and material portfolio that encompasses more than 30 product profiles, 26 materials and 18 Armorlene PTFEs. The new Armorlene PTFE portfolio expands the history and success of … [Read more...] about Hallite Announces availability of Armorlene PTFE products and materials
Freudenberg-NOK’s Jandreau wins Women Worth Watching award from Diversity Journal
Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies announced that Vicky Jandreau, director of its lean and Six Sigma GROWTTH program in North America, has been recognized by Profiles in Diversity Journal with a “Women Worth Watching” award. Profiles in Diversity Journal’s 15th Annual Women Worth Watching Awards works to identify, promote and support women in … [Read more...] about Freudenberg-NOK’s Jandreau wins Women Worth Watching award from Diversity Journal
