Cleveland-based Parker Hannifin has so many divisions—covering so many types of products—that it can be difficult to keep up with the company's initiatives and products. But I had the chance to catch up with Christine Stehmans, Marketing Communications Manager for the Engineered Materials Group-Europe, at the recent Hannover Messe press preview. … [Read more...] about Parker Hannifin planning sealing focus at Hannover Messe 2017
Graco to showcase lubrication equipment at CONEXPO-CON/AGG
Graco Inc., a manufacturer of fluid handling equipment, will be showcasing its lubrication equipment for the heavy-duty construction and aggregate market at the upcoming CONEXPO-CON/AGG show March 7-11, 2017 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Visit booth C32811 to learn how Graco lubrication product solutions can help aid in implementing current construction … [Read more...] about Graco to showcase lubrication equipment at CONEXPO-CON/AGG
Long-term greases for actuators and seals offered by Klüber Lubrication
Klüber Lubrication, a worldwide manufacturer of specialty lubricants, has introduced Klübertemp GR M07, M30, M60, a series of greases are that are white, odorless and long-term, based on perfluorinated polyether (PFPE) oils and a polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) thickener. The extremely high viscosity index, i.e. the very flat viscosity curve of … [Read more...] about Long-term greases for actuators and seals offered by Klüber Lubrication
Hallite announces comparative test report for the Armorlene HLX Bronze-Filled PTFE
A few months ago, Hallite announced worldwide availability of its new Armorlene PTFE product and material portfolio which encompasses more than 30 product profiles, 26 materials and 18 Armorlene PTFEs. Today, the company is pleased to announce that comparative product testing of an important member of that product family—Hallite’s Armorlene HLX … [Read more...] about Hallite announces comparative test report for the Armorlene HLX Bronze-Filled PTFE
How do you use Cleanliness Code Charts (ISO 4406)?
The objective of the ISO 4406:1999 is to classify particulate contaminants in hydraulic fluids. Particle counts are determined cumulatively, i.e. > 4 μm, > 6 μm and > 14 μm, and coded for easy comparison. Matt Brown Product Manager Filter Systems at Schroeder Industries gives the following table as an example. “This explains how the ISO … [Read more...] about How do you use Cleanliness Code Charts (ISO 4406)?
New four-wheel lubrication filter cart
A four-wheel lubrication filter cart is now being offered; the unit features transfer filtered lube oil to equipment components for top off, a kidney loop equipment through on-board filter, and ability to recirculate and filter the on board the 22 gal-storage tank. Other features include: • Filter new oil into the on board storage tank • 25 or … [Read more...] about New four-wheel lubrication filter cart
CONEXPO Latin America hosting market update at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2017
CONEXPO Latin America is hosting a regional market update by renowned Latin America expert John Price at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2017 during the show’s International Market Roundtables program. The session will provide attendees with the latest insights for doing business in the region and will also give back to the area with support to Price’s … [Read more...] about CONEXPO Latin America hosting market update at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2017
NFPA conducting Minneapolis regional meeting on April 11
The first of the NFPA 2017 Regional Meetings will be held Tuesday, April 11, in Minneapolis. The fluid power association will again partner with Hennepin Technical College, which has one of the premier A.A.S. fluid power programs in the country. As I've written before, these meetings are well worth attending and are a great opportunity to … [Read more...] about NFPA conducting Minneapolis regional meeting on April 11
COT AB launches COT Oil Refiner to eliminate bound and free water from oil
Water contamination in hydraulic oil can cause harmful effects. The water reduces the oil’s viscosity and lubricating function and water does not work in elastohydrodynamic lubrication. What’s worse, water in hydraulic oil will cause corrosion and metal fatigue and form sludge. Oxidation and hydrolysis shorten the oil’s lifespan. The negative … [Read more...] about COT AB launches COT Oil Refiner to eliminate bound and free water from oil
How do you use cleanliness code charts?
What is a cleanliness code chart? Cleanliness is not a subjective term, but rather a specific quantitative value. Therefore, a cleanliness code chart is a tool whereby a person responsible for the usefulness and longevity of a machine can set a value for ensuring their hydraulic fluid is clean. “The purpose of the code is to standardize and … [Read more...] about How do you use cleanliness code charts?