With all that has happened this year in industry, there are still many bright spots for small businesses. Ohio Fabricators Company (OFCO), a custom manufacturer of filters, strainers, breathers and diffusers for a wide range of industries, is proud to announce a celebration of its 75 years in business. Founded in 1944 in Coshocton, Ohio, halfway … [Read more...] about Custom filter manufacturer Ohio Fabricators Co. reaches 75-year milestone
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Des-Case offers free online education options
With plants all over the world either shutting down, starting back up, or somewhere in between, we are all in a limbo status while we wait for COVID-19 restrictions to phase out. One thing that remains constant is the continual need for education. Until May 29, Des-Case is providing free online certification training courses (normally valued at … [Read more...] about Des-Case offers free online education options
MFP Seals steps up injection molding production in response to COVID-19
As it continues to operate as an essential supplier during the COVID-19 pandemic, MFP Seals' team of engineers and machine operators are working hard to meet demand. The company is designing and manufacturing (or adapting someone else's design to its injection mold and CNC machines), working hard to turn around projects in days, rather than the … [Read more...] about MFP Seals steps up injection molding production in response to COVID-19
Trelleborg provides elastomer strap for Boeing-manufactured face shields
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions, an established provider of solutions to Boeing’s aircraft, is supplying a face shield component to the aerospace manufacturer as it joins the urgent effort to assist medical workers on the front lines of the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic. Boeing approached Trelleborg at the end of March, to manufacture and supply an … [Read more...] about Trelleborg provides elastomer strap for Boeing-manufactured face shields
Precision Associates assists in COVID-19 life saving efforts
Precision Associates Inc., Minneapolis, is ramping up its production of several essential rubber components for ventilator manufacturer Ventec Life Systems. Ventec recently announced plans to partner with GM to increase the output of these crucial units in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Critical patients suffering from the virus have … [Read more...] about Precision Associates assists in COVID-19 life saving efforts
Greene, Tweed announces new president and other appointments
Greene, Tweed has announced the appointment of Kevin Lukiewski as President, effective March 9. Lukiewski has worked for Greene, Tweed since 1999 and has served as Chief Financial Officer since 2008. He brings a deep knowledge of strategy, financial management, and Greene, Tweed’s goals and core values to the role. “We are confident that … [Read more...] about Greene, Tweed announces new president and other appointments
IFPE Download: Donaldson develops wireless filter monitoring system
Donaldson Company is now offering its Filter Minder wireless monitoring system for air filters on heavy-duty engines, and is currently field testing the technology in mobile hydraulic filters. The company announced at Conexpo/IFPE that it is now offering installation and support of this innovative connected technology to optimize fleet maintenance … [Read more...] about IFPE Download: Donaldson develops wireless filter monitoring system
Trelleborg Presents Technical Sessions at International Sealing Conference
Dr.-Ing Mandy Wilke, Senior Management Global Technical Management at Trelleborg Sealing Solutions, will present two technical sessions at the 25th International Conference on Fluid Sealing 2020 that will take place in Manchester, England, March 4-5. “Fluid power is often seen as an industry where there are few new innovations. As a developer, … [Read more...] about Trelleborg Presents Technical Sessions at International Sealing Conference
Air and oil don’t mix
At Fluid Power World’s recent Fluid Power Technology Conference in Cleveland, Tom Wanke of the Milwaukee School of Engineering discussed the importance of contamination control in hydraulic systems. One focus was on gaseous contamination. Here are some highlights of his presentation. We can break physical contaminants in a hydraulic system … [Read more...] about Air and oil don’t mix
White paper looks at contamination control
In every industrial market, from ag and mining to pulp and paper and power generation, contamination is an issue. LubriSource, Dayton, Ohio, has published a white paper, “Water & Particulate Contamination in Oil & Lubricated Systems” that delves into the problem and offers numerous solutions. It’s authored by Tony Arenas of Y2K Fluid Power, … [Read more...] about White paper looks at contamination control