Trelleborg is looking forward to celebrating 50 years of the Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) and the Group’s 46 years of participation. The company looks to the future of energy and power generation, showcasing a historical timeline, including firsts from the oil & gas industry, OTC, and Trelleborg. On this journey through time, … [Read more...]
2019 Minneapolis regional NFPA event coming in April
2019 Minneapolis Regional Meeting Thursday, April 25, 2019 Hennepin Technical College Brooklyn Park, Minnesota Thursday, April 25, 2019, could be called “Fluid Power Day” at the Hennepin Technical College Brooklyn Park Campus. Not only will NFPA be hosting the 2019 Minneapolis Regional Meeting over lunch at the Brooklyn Park campus, there … [Read more...]
Freudenberg Perfect Cylinder program simplifies cylinder and sealing selections
With the goal of helping customers reduce the manufactured cost of hydraulic cylinders while optimizing performance and lifespan of their production equipment, Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies has announced its new Freudenberg Perfect Cylinder program, a collaborative engineering and design approach with customers. Freudenberg-NOK, Plymouth, … [Read more...]
Chapman named global sales head of Freudenberg’s automotive business
As of May 1, 2019, Matthew Chapman will take over as the new President of Sales and Marketing for the automotive business of Freudenberg Sealing Technologies. The company is part of the Freudenberg Group and the global market leader in sealing technology and a supplier to the automotive industry. Chapman succeeds Rainer Joest, who is retiring after … [Read more...]
Precision Associates wins Manufacturers Alliance’s 2019 Manufacturer of the Year Award
The Manufacturers Alliance has recognized Precision Associates Inc. (PAI), Minneapolis, as the 2019 Manufacturer of the Year in the mid-size company category. PAI is a leader in high-performance, consistent sealing solutions and precision molded rubber products. The award honors manufacturers who exhibit openness in sharing their experiences and … [Read more...]
Save the date: NFPA Detroit Regional Meeting scheduled for March 26
The NFPA 2019 Detroit Regional Meeting date has been set for Tuesday, March 26. We’re returning to the John Wayne Lewis Center at Macomb Community College in Warren, Michigan. This Regional Meeting is co-located with a Fluid Power Action Challenge hosted by Master Pneumatic, and is held over breakfast. In addition to the quality, casual … [Read more...]
What is Shore Hardness?
Hardness, in basic terms, is the resistance of a material against intrusion and permanent deformation by a harder body. It is one property that is important for the proper specification and function of seals and other critical components in fluid power systems. Hardness of seal materials like rubbers, elastomers and plastics are typically … [Read more...]
Short course offers understanding of surface texture, tribology
Michigan Metrology, experts in solving problems related to surface roughness, wear, texture and finish, will be hosting a surface metrology and tribology short course on April 11-12, 2019. Michigan Metrology’s Don Cohen, PhD will be leading the two-day short course in Livonia, Michigan. Dr. Cohen is one of the country’s foremost experts in surface … [Read more...]
What is the Varnish Potential Rating?
Problems that crop up in hydraulic systems are often caused by contaminants like dirt and water in the oil that lead to corrosion, wear and premature failure. But many performance problems are due to another contaminant: varnish that coats control valves, restricts filters, and fouls reservoirs and other internal parts. Most hydraulics users are … [Read more...]
Motion Industries promotes Limbaugh to SVP of Supply Chain, Operations Support and Marketing
Motion Industries Inc. has announced the promotion of N. Joe Limbaugh to the position of SVP of Supply Chain, Operations Support and Marketing, effective January 1, 2019. Limbaugh will report directly to the President of Motion Industries. Limbaugh began his career in 1983 in Bourbonnais, Ill., in an entry level position with Berry Bearing Co., … [Read more...]
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