Fluid Power Journal

Sheet Metal to Egg Crate Foam – Selecting the Right Vacuum Cup

By Mike Parzych, Product Marketing Manager, IMI Norgren Vacuum – the difference in atmospheric pressure on one side of a vacuum cup and the other – has …

Assemble a Hydraulic Pilot-operated Pressure Relief Valve

Relief valves are used to limit maximum pressure in hydraulic systems. When system pressure begins to exceed the pressure setting of the relief valve, a …

LVDT Position Sensors Enable Next-Gen Hydraulics and Robotics Working in Extreme Environments

By Mike Marciante, Business Development Manager, NewTek Sensor Solutions Hydraulic and robotic systems are performing more often in areas with temperature, …

Can You Dig It?

High-productivity Mine Invests in Hydraulic Drives By Ashok Amin, Hägglunds, Market Segment Manager, Bosch Rexroth The air is filled with dust, and the large, …

2019 Salary Survey Results

In an effort to combat the skills gap in fluid power and other industries, Fluid Power Journal, in collaboration with the International Fluid Power Society …

Ensuring Proper Maintenance and Repair in Projects Involving an Elevated Height

By Donald Chilton, Director of Product Management for MANN+HUMMEL and its WIX Filters Brand Any project that requires maintenance and repair at an elevated …

Advantages of Hydraulic Conditioning Units

By Tommy Williams, Product Manager, AKG Thermal Systems Wet Kits (or wet line kits) are kits put into trucks or agriculture equipment that have a Power Take …

Compressor Room Ventilation

By Ron Marshall, Marshall Compressed Air Consulting Heat is definitely an enemy of air compressors and dryers, especially air-cooled units, which are the most …

Top Tips for Specific Types of Heat Exchanger Fouling

By Matt Hale, International Sales & Marketing Director, HRS Heat Exchangers When handling difficult materials, such as sewage sludge or corrosive …

Choosing the Right Fluid Power Sealing Solutions for Construction Equipment

By Ryan Webster, Director of Sales and Engineering, Hallite Demand for heavy construction equipment is continuing to grow. According to a recent report, the …