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Research to Watch: 16HS1: Hybrid MEMS Proportional Fluid Control Valve
This column will bring you the progress of the pre-competitive research being conducted at member universities that are part of the CCEFP network. This …
2018 Manufacturing Q&A
Larry Davis, CEO of Daman Products, started the development of Daman’s continuous improvement culture in the fluid power industry over 40 years ago. He has …
2018 Photo Contest Winners
Each year, the International Fluid Power Society and the Fluid Power Journal hold a photo contest in honor of Fluid Power Professionals’ Day. This …
2018 Manufacturers Directory Listing
Download our 2018 directory listing below. Click on the image for a PDF file. Need to find a manufacturer for a specific product? Search by product category …
Don’t Forget to Celebrate!
Here are some ideas to get you started, but it’s your day to celebrate your
Research to Watch: Free Piston Engine Based Off-Road Vehicles
This column will bring you the progress of the pre-competitive research being conducted at member universities that are part of the CCEFP network. This …
Technical Cleanliness: Examining the Use of ISO 18413 for Pressure Rinsing
By Brian Schreiber, CFPS, HYDAC Technology Corporation 1. Introduction In the Fluid Power Industry, hydraulic fluid cleanliness is most commonly associated …
Hydraulic Accumulators Pre-Charge Maintenance
By Rao Choday, VP Sales & Engineering, Servi Fluid Power, Inc. A very common question asked by people in the fluid power industry is: How often should …
Land & Sea: Adapting Land-based Pressure-sensing to Deepsea Technologies
By Greg Pinto, Product Manager, Electronics (Sensors and Diagnostics), Hydac USA Some advances in safety and innovation in the Oil & Gas industry were …
Understanding the Application of Fluid Conditioning: The Effect of Contamination
Water: In hydraulic fluids, excess water can degrade the fluid and the system in numerous ways, even though water may be present in small quantities. In …
Using Incremental Costs for Compressed Air Projects
By Ron Marshall Nobody likes when a compressor goes down and needs to be replaced due to some sort of age-related component failure. Then comes the challenge …
OTC 2018
30 APRIL–3 MAY 2018 /// NRG PARK /// HOUSTON, TEXAS, USA The Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) is where energy professionals meet to exchange …
Double Acting Telescopic Cylinder Halves Oil Rig Decommissioning Time
By Steven North, Design and Project Engineer, Apex Hydraulics Ltd Dismantling expired oil rigs is a costly and time-consuming operation. After decades in the …
High-Flow Coolant Control Valves: Keeping Diesel Exhaust Fluid Flowing in Cold Weather
By Rachel Lahr, Director of Sales and Marketing – Commercial Vehicles, IMI Norgren Diesel exhaust slush! That’s what you get when diesel exhaust fluid …
2018 IFPS Spring Meeting Recap
Special thanks to the IFPS members who recently met in Albuquerque, New Mexico, to conduct the IFPS 2018 spring meeting. These dedicated members steer the …
Control and Prognostic of Electro-Hydraulic Machines
This column will bring you the progress of the pre-competitive research being conducted at member universities that are part of the CCEFP network. This …
Designing a Reliable and Efficient Vacuum System
By Mike Tuohey, Sales & Marketing Communications Manager, Piab USA Inc. A vacuum system is made up of more than a pump, and its design is dependent on the …
2018 Offshore Technology Conference
Founded in 1969, the Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) is where energy professionals meet to exchange ideas and opinions to advance scientific and technical …
2018 Electronics Q&A
David Geiger, Moog David is an engineering manager for Moog Inc. He works with hydraulic, electromechanical and hybrid actuation systems for industries, …
2018 Off-Highway Directory Listing
Download our 2018 directory listing below. Click on the image for a PDF file. Need to find a supplier for a specific product? Search by product
Research to Watch: Controlled Stirling Power Unit
This column will bring you the progress of the pre-competitive research being conducted at member universities that are part of the CCEFP network. This …
Compressed Air Water Problems
By Ron Marshall Joe, the maintenance manager, was pulling out his hair in frustration. He had been experiencing constant water problems in his compressed air, …
Revisions Completed for 4-screw Hydraulic Flange Connections Standards ISO 6162/J518
By Robert Mackey, SAE J518 Standard Champion, ISO 6162 US Lead Expert, MAIN Mfg. Products, Inc., info@mainmfg.com The importance of these standards was shown …
Ensure Temperature and Viscosity Compatibility
The temperature at which the fluid is to be working must be considered. At elevated temperatures, high water based fluids may lose water as it evaporates and …
Hold It Down – Vacuum Clamping
By Daniel Pascoe President of Davasol, Inc. Most of the articles I have authored for Fluid Power Journal have been about vacuum pick and place, which is the …
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