Intelligent pump ‘reduces maintenance costs by 80%’

23 November, 2018

Wanner International has launched the Hydra-Cell Intelligent Pump (patent pending), designed for lower total cost of ownership by reducing maintenance and service costs by up to 80% over its lifespan. According to the company, the pump could also save up to 13,500KWH in energy per year. One of the principle applications will be in truck cleaning in the construction industry.

Doosan DX225SLR-5 super long reach excavator

20 November, 2018

Doosan Construction Equipment has launched a new super long reach version of the company’s Stage IV compliant DX225LC-5 crawler excavator.

Flat face couplings made to the ISO 16028 Standard

15 November, 2018

The HQ Series flat face couplings are Holmbury’s flagship products, known globally for their leak-free performance in high pressure pulse, hammer circuits and many other applications. They are a preferred choice for many global OEMs.

Enerpac strand jacks for Gerald Desmond Bridge Pier decks lift

13 November, 2018

Crane and heavy lift rigging specialist Bigge Crane and Rigging Co. has used Enerpac strand jack technology to lift two 613 tonne pier tables to a height of 62.5m for the Gerald Desmond Bridge Replacement Project on Long Beach, California. The bridge will span the Port of Long Beach’s Back Channel and will be high enough to accommodate the latest generation of container ships.

ROSS Controls launches new hydraulic HBB Series safety valve systems

08 November, 2018

ROSS Controls has introduced its new Hydraulic Block & Bleed valve systems designed for external monitoring, up to Category-4, PL e for safety applications. ROSS – already known for its pneumatic safety-related valves and solutions – now expands on these strengths to offer solutions for users of hydraulic systems.

New FLeX Series solenoid-operated relief valves from Sun Hydraulics

06 November, 2018

Sun Hydraulics has launched four completely new relief cartridge valves for the mobile and industrial hydraulics marketplace.

Moog launches new version of its D680 Series proportional valve

02 November, 2018

Moog – the designer and manufacturer of high-performance motion control products, solutions and services – has launched a new version of its D680 Series proportional valve.

Duable space-saving bearingless encoders

01 November, 2018

Measuring and monitoring of rotary speed and rotary shaft position on machines, industrial installations and electric drives is a key requirement in many industry sectors to ensure optimum performance.

Lighter, more flexible MXT hoses from Gates

30 October, 2018

Gates has introduced the next generation of premium hydraulics with the new Gates MXT family of hoses. This patent-pending product line is a lighter weight and more flexible solution that meets or exceeds a wide range of industry standards, and addresses both replacement market and original equipment manufacturer needs.

Uniflex UWT 2.2 hose coiling reel now with speed control

26 October, 2018

Uniflex, the Karben-based systems developer for hose production, has added a convenient feature to its well-known motor-driven UWT 2 hose coiling reel.

Encapsulated coil for ATEX environments

23 October, 2018

ATAM has launched an encapsulated coil for ATEX environments. The company claims that this is the first encapsulated coil for this environment (temperature rating T3) to come with an external armature and not merely an explosion-proof enclosure. The coil falls within the M2 equipment category.

Uniflex launches the SL 3-75 industrial crimper

16 October, 2018

Uniflex has introduced a new production crimper for industrial hoses from DN 4 to DN 75 mm. It is suitable for hoses used in the food and pharmaceutical sectors as well as, for example, for the production of fire hoses.

Charting the right course to efficiency in the marine industry

09 October, 2018

Spokespeople from British Fluid Power Association member companies Phoenix Hydraulics, Hydraproducts UK and Rotec Hydraulics consider some of the challenges associated with effective use and maintenance of fluid power systems and related equipment within the marine sector.

Parker charging kits provide safe and accurate accumulator maintenance

05 October, 2018

Parker Hannifin has launched a new charging kit for the accurate and convenient pre-charge of hydraulic accumulators.

The cartridge advantage

04 October, 2018

Originally developed for petroleum, natural gas and chemical applications, cartridge seals are increasingly being adopted across a much broader range of industries. Richard Smith, development director of oil, gas and petrochem at AESSEAL, explains the benefits driving the shift from component to cartridge mechanical seals.