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Parker Prädifa XXL-size seals and moulded parts
The Engineered Materials Group of Parker Hannifin now offers an extensive range of large-size seals. Due to new manufacturing technologies, Parker Prädifa is now able to offer machined seals made of high-performance polymer materials in diameters up to 4.5 metres (m), metallic C-Ring in diameters up to 7.6 m, and precision elastomer O-rings in practically any desired diameter.
Linde Hydraulics launches next-generation bent axis motors
Linde Hydraulics GmbH & Co. KG launched a new generation of bent axis motors at Agritechnica 2017, thus continuing its tradition in this motor segment. The new bent axis motors – the variable displacement motors (CMV) and fixed displacement motors (CMF) – are characterised by their high power density and speed capability.
Rotork SPI keeps plant control systems informed of manual valve positions
Refinery operators have a pressing requirement to improve the efficiency of flow control in their plants and they want to know from the Distributed Control System (DCS) if valves are open or closed.
Hose offers high pressure capabilities and long cycle life
Power management company Eaton has expanded its range of hydraulic hoses with the launch of the Dynamax EC881 hose series. Qualified to 1 million impulse cycles, this new two wire-braided hose has been designed to last and withstand tough applications. Intended for deployment in mobile applications such as compact construction equipment, agricultural vehicles, aerial lift platforms and forestry machines, this hose is also suitable for industrial applications such as hydraulic presses.
New material from SealXpress
SealXpress, based in Oldbury, West Midlands, has introduced what it describes as the first polyurethane material that is under 80 shore hardness. U505-P79 combines the positive properties of elastomers with the properties of polyurethanes and is characterised by high flexibility with regard to possible application areas.
Efficient sealing systems in fluid power applications
By Bob Goss, senior technology specialist. Henkel Ltd.
Triark Pumps services DPF cleaning process
Ceramex, a specialist in Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) cleaning and inspection turned to Triark Pumps when pump failure loomed.
Precision of Parker motors and drives demonstrated in radiographic tilting table
Parker Hannifin has gained new business which highlights the benefits of using the company’s SMB low-inertia brushless servo motors and SLVD-N servo drives for the safe and smooth movement of medical patients.
Lee Cross Port Plugs featured at Offshore Europe
Lee Cross Port Plugs are a plugging solution specifically engineered to seal cross port passageways. This configuration is a variant of the original Lee Plug that set industry standards over 65 years ago.
Amarinth secures pump order from ZADCO
Amarinth, the company specialising in the design, application and manufacture of centrifugal pumps and associated equipment to the oil & gas, petrochemical, chemical, industrial and power markets, has secured an order from ZADCO for a super duplex API 610 OH3 pump, and utilising video conferencing significantly reduced project cost.
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions helps develop cutting-edge subsea product
When faced with the challenge of helping to create a product to boost safety and efficiency for offshore engagement, Trelleborg developed a complete sealing solution.
The importance of accumulators in wind turbines and general hydraulic systems
Hydraulics are commonly utilised to control the yaw, pitch and braking systems on modern wind turbines. Accumulators are typically used along with hydraulic power units to feather the blade pitch. Accumulators also serve as an auxiliary power storage device to quickly and safely rotate the blade to a null position in extreme wind conditions.
Sunfab UK recruits new sales manager
Tim Duffy has been appointed as the new sales manager for Sunfab UK Ltd., taking over from Marc Burns who will now be looking after Sunfab USA Inc.
The right credentials
David McLean, hydraulics divisionai manager at Tidyco Ltd., discusses the type of design, service and maintenance provision end-users and OEMs should insist on from their hydraulic and pneumatic products and system providers.
Selecting a hydraulic flow meter
By Martin Cuthbert, managing director, Webtec Ltd.
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