Uniflex P250 special test bench with integrated rotary feed-through

01 September, 2020

Many technical applications are so specific that there are no machines off-the-peg that fit the bill. In these cases, special solutions are needed while, ideally, also being competitive on price. For Uniflex, its ability to provide these types of solutions to the hose & fittings marketplace been the basis of steady growth for the company since it was first established 48 years ago: Its solutions are ideal for special jobs such as the patented slide bearing technology for lubrication-free hydraulic crimpers. So, when a customer asked for a test bench for rotating hydraulic connections which are, for instance, used in hose drums of telescopic cranes, in booms of excavators or logging grabs in forestry technology, it was clear to Uniflex that it would be able to face this challenge.

Apex manufactures specialist cylinder with integral linear transducer

25 August, 2020

One of Apex Hydraulics’ clients recently requested a replacement cylinder for a large application in the Republic of Ireland. The project was a linkspan for a ferry port, with the cylinder being required for a Roll On, Roll Off Road. This allows a road to extend out to the car ferry when it docks at a port, rather than extending a ferry door down onto the port. The linkspan utilises two cylinders, working as a pair, although only one needed replacing.

Amarinth supplies pumps for the ADNOC Al Mandous oil storage facility

06 August, 2020

Amarinth – the company specialising in the design, application and manufacture of centrifugal pumps and associated equipment to the oil & gas, petrochemical, LNG, chemical, industrial, power and desalination markets – has supplied four API 610 VS4 pumps to ADNOC for the Al Mandous underground oil storage project.

Drive intelligence for servo pumps

03 August, 2020

Baumüller has introduced an intelligent and energy-efficient drive system for applications such as presses and injection mold machines. With the new V2+ software package, Baumüller now offers more intelligent functions for process monitoring and process optimisation.

HYDAC unveils new AC-LN+ series cooler

29 July, 2020

When it comes to temperature management of hydraulic systems, HYDAC has over 50 years’ experience in the design, manufacture and application of heat exchangers to ensure hydraulic system efficiency and maximum service life.

Directional control valves with multi-Ethernet interface

23 July, 2020

Connecting all actuators and sensors in machinery and plant construction is progressing swiftly. Requirements range from simple status requests right through to decentralised synchronised movements. Due to application-compatible solutions, Rexroth offers the new degrees of freedom to economically digitally connect hydraulic valves. The IO-Link standard provides a cost-effective way of digitally integrating directional control valves into automation processes. Directional control valves with a multi-Ethernet interface reduce system costs with integrated safety and additional functions. IAC valves with integrated motion control take care of demanding control tasks.

Enerpac SCJ-100 self-locking cube jack adds high capacity lifting

20 July, 2020

The new Enerpac SCJ-100 model is the latest addition to the self-locking cube jack product series, offering a compact, 100-ton capacity portable hydraulic system for incremental lifting and lowering of heavy loads. The self-locking cube jack uses a base lifting frame and self-aligning, lightweight steel cribbing blocks to provide high-capacity and stable lifting.

MP Filtri launches WiFi-enabled particle counter

15 July, 2020

MP Filtri has launched its new ICM 4.0 inline contamination monitor. Designed to deliver the power of connectivity to operators and be fully Industry 4.0 compliant, the ICM 4.0 features a reliable in-built WiFi hub – enabling users to track the performance and contamination levels of every single machine they operate in real-time.

The benefits of heat regeneration in heat exchanger systems

10 July, 2020

By Matt Hale, international sales and marketing director, HRS Heat Exchangers.

Pump energy efficiency and risk mitigation

29 June, 2020

Ian Peel, technical manager, and Jason Butler, group commercial director, Pumptec Engineering, consider the benefits of adopting an ‘as new’ approach to pump maintenance and replacement.

Hydraulic Planet enters the online marketplace

24 June, 2020

A new online store that began as a venture in 2020 has now opened its virtual doors to potential buyers looking for hydraulic components. Hydraulic Planet, a company based in Co.Louth, Ireland has been working closely with leading manufacturers such as Vitillo, ASA Hydraulik, BLB, Atos and many more to cater to both businesses and individuals and prove that hydraulic components don’t need to be bought in bulk to be affordable.

Eaton announces new Synflex Optimum thermoplastic hydraulic hoses

22 June, 2020

The power management company Eaton has announced the launch of the Synflex Optimum family of thermoplastic hydraulic hoses and fittings, designed to work together to improve hydraulic system performance, simplify assembly and optimise inventory.

Filtertechnik launches Lab version of Particle Pal Pro

15 June, 2020

Building on the success of the Particle Pal Pro portable particle counter and oil life indicator, Filtertechnik has launched a new Lab version of the counter. This new version is designed to work from oil samples as small as 100mL.

AB Components becomes UK distributor for ARGO-HYTOS

12 June, 2020

Derbyshire based filtration specialist AB Components has announced its appointment as UK distributor for ARGO-HYTOS.

Fully automatic multi-medium testing facility for fluidic components

09 June, 2020

The requirements placed on the service life, reliability and functionality of applied valves in process technology – especially in the pharmaceutical and food industries – are increasing all the time. Bürkert Fluid Control Systems has taken on this challenge and invested in a multi-medium testing facility.