Atos, with headquarters in Sesto Calende, Italy, has introduced a new line of hydraulic filters. It rounds out the company's product portfolio that includes proportional, on-off and safety valves, cylinders and servocylinders, pumps, manifolds and systems. The filters ensure circuits maintain recommended fluid cleanliness levels in hydraulic … [Read more...] about New filters protect sensitive electrohydraulics
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HAGC Seal systems for hydraulic automation gage control cylinders
In the steel industry, the hydraulic automatic gauge control (HAGC) cylinders used in mills pose a big challenge to sealing systems, which need to handle high extrusion resistance and maintain low friction at the same time. Freudenberg Sealing Technologies will exhibit its range of seal systems and materials for HAGC applications and more at the … [Read more...] about HAGC Seal systems for hydraulic automation gage control cylinders
MP Filtri breaks ground on new facility
MP Filtri’s ground-breaking ceremony is to mark the beginning of construction of a new facility for MP Filtri USA Inc. The ceremony was held April 17,2019 at the Northfield Business Campus East Pumping Station Road, Quakertown, Pa. The new facility is expected to open late 2019. The current facility located in Quakertown at 2055 Quaker Pointe … [Read more...] about MP Filtri breaks ground on new facility
Trelleborg focusing on future tech at OTC 2019
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...] about Trelleborg focusing on future tech at OTC 2019
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...] about 2019 Minneapolis regional NFPA event coming in April
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...] about Freudenberg Perfect Cylinder program simplifies cylinder and sealing selections
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...] about Chapman named global sales head of Freudenberg’s automotive business
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...] about Precision Associates wins Manufacturers Alliance’s 2019 Manufacturer of the Year Award
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...] about Save the date: NFPA Detroit Regional Meeting scheduled for March 26
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...] about What is Shore Hardness?