Penny Hydraulics launches new vehicle lift

18 December, 2020

Penny Hydraulics, the UK manufacturer of lifting equipment, has launched a brand-new product after its clients reached out for help. The Lightweight LoadLift has been designed as a costeffective lifting solution for those who need to lift up to 100kg.

Webtec launches new hydraulic flow divider-combiner valve

14 December, 2020

Webtec a specialist manufacturer of hydraulic measurement and control products, has unveiled a new high-accuracy hydraulic flow divider-combiner valve called the FDC140. Claimed to be ideal for driving two cylinders or motors in close unison regardless of individual loads or flow direction, this high-flow spool valve is the big brother of the current FDC60.

Electro-hydraulic actuators help farmers optimise seed depth with wireless control

11 December, 2020

Designers for heavy duty motion control applications have traditionally specified hydraulic cylinders for their high speed, heavy load handling and resilience, while reluctantly accepting the accompanying need for supporting infrastructure, messy fluid handling and limited digital capability as necessary evils. However, recent advancements that embed hydraulic technology within electric linear actuators have been delivering the benefits of hydraulics without their drawbacks.

Uniflex launches Unijoin crimpers without slide bearing technology

09 December, 2020

Besides the patented slide bearing technology for its lubrication-free hydraulic presses, Uniflex also developed hydraulic crimper technology with lubrication about 45 years ago but stopped pursuing this approach – until recently. The Frankfurt-based machinery manufacturer has now launched this technology as an entry-level offering under the new brand Unijoin.

New generation of fluid filter elements from Industrial Filtration Group

02 December, 2020

Industrial Filtration Group offers a new generation of fluid filter elements with PulseShield compression sleeves, bringing together several new developments. The compression sleeve secures the pleated star firmly to the inner core and guarantees uniform pleat separation throughout the entire service life of the filter element. This provides ideal filtration results, even through pressure pulsations, triggered by changing volume flows that may occur in the fluid system.

Norelem, launches new range of plain bearings for rotary stages

30 November, 2020

The global standard components specialist, Norelem, has launched a new range of plain bearings for rotary stages, showcasing two different versions. This new range boasts simple assembly and high wear-resistant components for engineers working with rotating machinery.

Hannay N600 Series dual hose reels designed for a variety of operations

23 November, 2020

Hannay Reels N600 Series spring rewind dual hose reels are specifically designed for hydraulics, air, water and spray-painting operations.

Simple valve manifold change saves money, space and helps the environment

18 November, 2020

During a recent project for customer Wessex International Machinery, ISIS Fluid Control Ltd was looking to prove a couple of theories it had and so set about trialling several iterations of a hydraulic system before settling on a final design.

Making the right valve choice

12 November, 2020

With so many control valves on the market, it is important to establish the features that will deliver the most costeffective design for a particular application. Damien Moran, field segment manager, hygienic - pharmaceutical at Bürkert, looks at some of the basic differentiators as well as some recent design developments.

ASL satisfies increasing demand for failsafe functionality with electrohydraulic KEH series from Quifer

12 November, 2020

Watchlog range of wireless sensors launched by Hydrotechnik UK

09 November, 2020

Hydrotechnik UK has launched its Watchlog range of short-, medium- and long-range wireless sensors. The new wireless sensors have been designed for use with Hydrotechnik’s range of mobile apps and PC software as well as integration into current systems through various gateways. Three wireless ranges; Bluetooth up to 95m, wireless up to 1.6Km and Pro version up to 6Km, offer users genuine choice.

Arco relocates Industrial Hose Division to a new £2m purpose-built facility

04 November, 2020

UK Safety Expert Arco has recently moved its Industrial Hose Division to a new larger facility of 17,500m3, next door to Arco’s National Distribution Centre (NDC), on the outskirts of Hull. As one of the UK’s biggest industrial hose distributors, the new facility contains a dedicated and comprehensive range of industrial hose solutions suitable for all types of industries and applications.

OP launches the Tubomatic V450ES horizontal production crimper

30 October, 2020

OP, the Italian manufacturer of hydraulic hose and tube processing equipment, has launched Tubomatic V450ES, a horizontal production crimper created to crimp hoses up to 3’’ 6 spirals, industrial hoses up to 16’’ and large flanges (ANSI 150) up to 12’’.

Hydroscand’s new H24DC lightweight crimping machine – versatile for field performance

27 October, 2020

The new lightweight H24DC from Hydroscand is robust, easy to use, accurate and reliable, and is claimed by the company to be the lightest portable crimping machine on the market.

Freudenberg expands engineering services

21 October, 2020

Freudenberg Sealing Technologies is constantly pursuing ways to provide its customers with enhanced product quality and better service. To that end, the company has opened a dedicated engineering service centre in North America as part of its global radial shaft seal operations. The centre, located at the company’s Ashland, NH oil seal facility, offers global customers access to advanced testing protocols and validation measures that can save them time and money.