Small power packs for offshore application

15 February, 2017

Hercules Hydraulics has recently designed and manufactured four very small hydraulic power units (HPU) for an offshore oil/gas installation.

Latest hose technology helps rail industry meet new European standard

15 February, 2017

By Luca Pozzi, product manager Hose, Parker Hannifin.

The importance of value-added service

15 February, 2017

Paul Shillam, managing director of Star Hydraulics, considers what end users and OEMs should look for in terms of equipment and service provision from their suppliers.

Miniature check valves provide vital link in chain lubrication

15 February, 2017

If you are looking for a good example of elite success at major sporting events prompting people to participate, cycling would be high on your list. Whether for exercise, enjoyment, as part of a daily commute, or at a competitive level, the figures confirming the growth of pedal-power are impressive. It is estimated that around 2 million people in the UK now cycle at least twice a week.

State-of-the-art hydraulics for floating megastructure

27 January, 2017

The offshore industry is one of the harshest environments to work in, for both machinery and personnel. Salt water can corrode parts and strong winds and crashing waves can damage equipment.

Linde Hydraulics names Tobias Simmendinger director products & markets

09 December, 2016

Tobias Simmendinger has been appointed director products & markets at the industrial technology company Linde Hydraulics. In his new role Simmendinger is responsible globally for the firm's product management, business development & marketing and corporate communications.

New generation of Mahle filter elements available soon

09 December, 2016

The Filtration Group, the company that has taken over the Industrial Filtration division of Mahle, reports that the series production of the next generation of Mahle Premium Select filter elements has now begun.

ChemPoint.com EMEA BV signs Spectronics distribution

09 December, 2016

Spectronics Corporation and ChemPoint.com EMEA BV have announced the beginning of a strategic partnership for distribution of their Spectroline Water-Glo, the company’s premier fluorescent leak detection dye for water/water-glycol based systems. The terms of the agreement grant ChemPoint the exclusive right to distribute and market Water-Glo in Europe, the Middle-East and Africa. Spectronics is a manufacturer of ultraviolet equipment and fluorescent materials.

Hytek continues to grow

09 December, 2016

Hytek, which launched its Flow Meter Division in November 2015, continues to add new product ranges.

Vibration damping from Elesa – inside and out

09 December, 2016

Whenever machines and equipment vibrate – whether they be motor driven or conveyors for fragile assemblies, then the Elesa range of vibration damping elements can serve to cushion the vibrational energy. This leads to greater operator comfort, greater accuracy, reduced damage and longer lifetimes with reduced maintenance.

Hydraulic lifts make Eurobus debut

09 December, 2016

The launch of new hydraulic lifts from Totalkare proved to be one of the highlights of this year's Eurobus 2016, the event for the coach and bus industry held at the NEC in Birmingham. The hydraulic lifts are the first to carry the Totalkare name and generated considerable interest during the show.

Getting the sealing system team right

09 December, 2016

Effective sealing in today’s demanding hydraulic applications requires seals and lubricant to work together. Holger Jordan, segment manager fluid power Europe for Trelleborg Sealing Solutions, outlines how ‘Lubrication Management’ is helping make this happen.

MP Filtri’s Version 2.0 in-line contamination monitor now available

09 December, 2016

MP Filtri has launched the new ICM 2.0 in-line contamination monitor, which includes improved features such as:

ExxonMobil introduces Mobil ServSM lubricant analysis programme

09 December, 2016

ExxonMobil has launched Mobil Serv Lubricant Analysis, a new mobile-enabled used oil analysis service. The new service will help operators identify equipment issues before they happen and avoid unscheduled equipment maintenance.

Busting the myths about food pasteurisation

09 December, 2016

By Matt Hale, International sales manager, HRS Heat Exchangers.