Fluid Power Journal

Schroeder Kit Simplifies Fluid Condition Monitoring

Schroeder Industries, a manufacturer of liquid filtration products, recently introduced plug-and-play Condition Monitoring Starter Kits for real-time fluid …

Piab Carton Clamp Tool Promises Simple Set Up

Piab, a manufacturer of gripping and moving solutions, recently released a new carton clamp tool that handles payloads up to 50 kg (110 lbs) with lift assist. …

Building a Sports Mech

By Jonathan Tippett, CEO, Cofounder, and Test Pilot, Furrion Exo-Bionics Fourteen years ago I had vision for a global racing league that would pit multiple …

New Valve from SPX Flow Reduces Risk of Hand Injuries

Bolting Systems, an SPX FLOW brand, has announced the launch of its Bolting flow control valve (BFCV), designed to prevent accidental operation while a torque …

Fluid Power Reference Handbook Testimonials

The new Fluid Power Reference Handbook is the most comprehensive and up-to-date guide for our industry. It is my new go-to tool when designing systems. Scott …

SKF Moves Manufacturing from China to North America

Consolidations to cost 115 jobs By Michael Degan, Fluid Power Journal Editor SKF is moving the manufacturing of its tapered roller bearings from China to an …

Banging Damages Pipes and Fittings

By Robert Sheaf, CFPAI/AJPP, CFPE, CFPS, CFPECS, CFPMT, CFPMIP, CFPMMH, CFPMIH, CFPMM, CFC Industrial Training A manufacturer of various size steel drums had a …

EU Investigates Danfoss Acquisition of Eaton’s Hydraulics Division

Concerns of higher prices, less competition By Michael Degan, Fluid Power Journal Editor The European Commission, the European Union’s executive …

Stewardship

By Dan Helgerson, CFPS, CFPAI, CFPJPP, CFPSD, CFPMT, Fluid Power Journal Technical Editor I am not an environmentalist. I do not believe the earth is my …

NFPA Seeks Members for Business Committee

The National Fluid Power Association is seeking members to serve on a new committee aimed at ensuring the association’s business and economic information is …