Fluid Power Journal

Servi Fluid Power Gains Certification

Servi Fluid Power Inc., a division of The Servi Group, received ISO 9001:2008 certification. To complement the standard ASME certification for bladder …

Crane Warning Systems Receives Top Sales Award

Hirschmann Automation and Control (PAT), Chambersburg, Pa., awarded Crane Warning Systems, Lakeland, Fla., the 2014 Top Sales Award for North America for the …

2015 Salary Survey Results

The Fluid Power Journal, in collaboration with the International Fluid Power Society (IFPS), established an online salary survey for 2015 in order to create a …

Minimizing Vacuum Leakage

In many vacuum-lifting applications, air leakage is experienced through interconnecting pipe work, porous product materials, or vacuum suction cups that are …

“Those Who Can, Do. Those Who Can Do More, Volunteer.”

When I was asked to write the Notable Words column for this issue of the Journal, I sat awhile trying to determine on which subject I should write. That lead …

Compressed Air Dryer Efficiency

In order to maintain adequate air quality in an industrial environment, the air produced by air compressors must be properly filtered and dried. If this is not …

How Did You Celebrate?

Thank you to all who celebrated June 19th – Fluid Power Professionals’ Day. The IFPS received emails from professionals in the industry sharing how they …

A Mighty Wind from a Tiny Source

Small Compressor Provides Big Opportunities Today’s commercial van manufacturers are changing the game by delivering new Euro-style vans to North America. …

Dual-Lane Trailer with Integrated Folding Mechanism

Due to its low tare weight, the SCHEUERLE Highway Giant Dual-Lane Trailer has been approved for use in most U.S. states and was developed as a flexible vehicle …

Machine Troubleshooting – A Vital But Shrinking Industry Skill

Troubleshooters are highly skilled workers, but they are becoming an increasingly rare breed in the workforce. We sat down with managers from several large …