2016 IFPS Annual Meeting
The IFPS Board of Directors, along with industry professionals, met in Kansas City, Missouri to discuss policies, procedures and ideas that are instrumental in …
Motion Control of a Unidirectional and Bidirectional Motor
This series of articles covers the basic safety and energy-saving requirements of a hydraulic system. This third installment presents ideas for motion control …
NFPA Curriculum Grants Awarded
The NFPA Education and Technology Foundation awards grants of up to $25,000 to 4-year universities to develop, replicate, or disseminate high-quality, …
The ISO Organization and How the Fluid Power Industry is Included
ISO is the international organization where standards are approved for use in many areas of technology and management. ISO does not write any of the standards; …
Hannon Hydraulics Celebrates 40th Anniversary
In August 1976, H. Wade Reed started Hannon Hydraulics in a small home garage. After several moves in the first few years from that original garage, Hannon …
PIRTEK Hose Replacement Keeps Lollapalooza Show on Schedule
Lollapalooza is an annual music festival that tours North America with acts that include alternative rock, punk, metal, and comedy. The event was in setup mode …
Online Hydraulic Safety Training
IFPS, in conjunction with the International Hydraulics Safety Authority*, offers online Hydraulic Safety Training courses. Courses provide an awareness of …
Just Scan and Order: PTS Simplifies Asset Tracking/Management
In the fast-paced automobile industry, a stoppage on the production line can make any CFO sweat over the cost. The same holds true for the part manufacturers, …
Measure Compressed Air Efficiency and Save
Air compressors and dryers are usually decked out with a good set of gauges to measure pressure and temperature, but rarely is there anything that shows the …
Innovation is the Key to Progress
I have heard many engineers complain that industry is too timid when it comes to innovation. Incremental improvements are pursued while major opportunities for …
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