Fluid Power Journal

Rod Clamp

The AMLOK® hydraulic series RCH rod clamp has been developed to provide power-off clamping of rods and shafts. The clamps are actuated by a spring/collet …

AC-LVDT Signal Conditioner

The S1A AC-LVDT signal conditioner offers smart and fast LVDT setup with built-in null indication and simple front-panel pushbuttons to set zero and full …

Telescopic Cylinders

The single-acting telescopic cylinders have been engineered with machined hard stops to guarantee reliable stopping at the end of every stroke. The bore size …

Great Leadership Starts With Leading an Organization of One

All leadership begins with “self leadership.” Before a leader can aspire to lead a thriving enterprise, he must first master leading an organization of …

Are You Ready for the Change?

Huh? What do you mean, am I ready for the change? Well, it’s coming in some form or another, whether you are ready or not. You see, it has always been this …

Advanced Pump Control for Energy Savings in Intermittent Hydraulic Systems

Many hydraulic systems are only required to deliver flow at pressure during certain stages in a machine cycle. This is even more prevalent in the theme park …

Fluid Power Journal and IFPS to Release 2013 Salary Survey

Fluid Power Journal, in collaboration with the International Fluid Power Society (IFPS), is seeking participants to complete an online salary survey for 2013. …

Hydraulic Pumps and Motors: Considering Efficiency

In a condition-based maintenance environment, the decision to change out a hydraulic pump or motor is usually based on either remaining bearing life or …

2012 Annual IFPS Meeting Recap

Special thanks to the 40 International Fluid Power Society (IFPS) professional members who recently met in Anaheim, Calif., to conduct the IFPS 2012 annual …

Pressure and Temperature Controls Support Booming Shale Gas Extraction Industry

Robust and long-lasting, pressure and temperature controls play an important role in the oil and gas fields in the south-eastern United States. Recently, the …