Hallite will exhibit at the International Fluid Power Exposition (IFPE) in Las Vegas, from March 10-14. Held once every three years in conjunction with CONEXPO-CON/AGG, IFPE is one of the largest events for the fluid power, power transmission, and motion control industries. In 2017, the combined triennial event brought together more than 2,800 … [Read more...] about Hallite to introduce digital platform at IFPE
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COG opens new technology center for materials R&D
C. Otto Gehrckens has put its new technology center into operation, directly on the company’s site in Pinneberg, near Hamburg, therefore decisively expanding its sealing manufacturing expertis. Across an overall area of 2,000m2, the specialists at COG are developing new materials to meet industry’s challenges of tomorrow. The extensive, modern … [Read more...] about COG opens new technology center for materials R&D
A review of hydraulic fluids and contamination control
It’s critical for equipment manufacturers and the engineers they employ to possess a sound understanding of the composition of oils, the properties of lubricants, and how hydraulic fluids can impact machine performance. With that fact in mind, IFPE 2020 will offer attendees an education session entitled “Hydraulic Fluid Properties, Efficiency … [Read more...] about A review of hydraulic fluids and contamination control
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions acquires Michigan-based Tritec Seal
Trelleborg has, through its Trelleborg Sealing Solutions business area, closed on the acquisition of Tritec Seal which produces engineered polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) sealing solutions. The acquisition strengthens Trelleborg’s product portfolio, primarily in rotary seals, while giving the business area access to increased manufacturing … [Read more...] about Trelleborg Sealing Solutions acquires Michigan-based Tritec Seal
Trelleborg opens new production line at its Swedish brake shim facility
On November 26, the Trelleborg Sealing Solutions facility in Kalmar, Sweden, inaugurated a new production line that will increase brake shim capacity at the facility significantly. The line includes triple stations of adhesive lamination and a vision system with marking robots to ensure flexibility in manufacturing and enhanced quality control, … [Read more...] about Trelleborg opens new production line at its Swedish brake shim facility
New rotary shaft seal coating reduces wear and shaft runout
The optimum function of rotary shaft seals depends on many factors. One of them is the wettability of the sealing lip. This parameter plays a particularly important role with synthetic lubricants such as polyglycol. If wetting is too low, not only does wear on the sealing lip increase, but the contact with the rotating shaft can also damage the … [Read more...] about New rotary shaft seal coating reduces wear and shaft runout
Registration open for NFPA Annual Conference Feb 11-13 in Miami
Registration is open for the National Fluid Power Association's 2020 Annual Conference, slated for February 11-13 at the Mandarin Oriental in Miami. Early bird registration is open until December 9. This year's conference features an expanded general session for more diverse topics and solid takeaways: Fred Harburg of the Kellogg School of … [Read more...] about Registration open for NFPA Annual Conference Feb 11-13 in Miami
Suction strainers available for as soon as next-day delivery
The Specialty Manufacturing Co. has announced that its entire offering of suction strainers is available immediately, with all orders shipping in just two weeks and many popular sizes as fast as next day. Suction strainers provide protection in liquid or air applications by trapping debris before it can enter and damage the pump. Made in the … [Read more...] about Suction strainers available for as soon as next-day delivery
Adsorber filters protect against harmful condensation
Water in the oil is a serious issue for many hydraulic systems, because it can lead to increased wear and leakage. Adsorber filters which prevent moisture ingress via the tank breather system provide a remedy, according to engineers at HANSA-FLEX, Bremen, Germany. Unfortunately, although these filters can prevent serious damage and high … [Read more...] about Adsorber filters protect against harmful condensation
Online app calculates hydraulic oil viscosity at different pressures
Webtec has launched a new on-line hydraulic oil viscosity calculator app which calculates the viscosity of hydraulic oil at different pressures. Hydraulic fluid suppliers provide oils with different viscosities. These oils are most-often badged in terms of their ISO number or grade, where common grades for hydraulic circuits include ISO 32, 46 … [Read more...] about Online app calculates hydraulic oil viscosity at different pressures