Fluid Power Journal

Vacuum Venturis: Air-Powered Generators

By Dane Spivak, Engineering Manager, Davasol Inc. Do you ever wonder why it is hard to open a door when it is windy outside? The reason is vacuum is applied to …

On Target: Meeting Cleanliness Levels with Bypass Filtration

By Mark Barnes, Senior Vice President, Global Business Development, Des-Case Corporation Most fluid power specialists recognize the importance of hydraulic …

No-Leak Zone: The Mighty Mechanical Face Seal

By Michael Cook, Global Segment Director, Off-Highway and Marketing Americas Segment Manager, Fluid Power, and Nicolò Olivetti, Product Manager, Research …

Slight Drop in Some November Shipments

Data from the National Fluid Power Association shows that total shipments of fluid power products continue to grow. Year to date, shipments grew 19.9% in …

Signs of the Times: Expanding Hydraulic Hose Performance Metrics

By Cindy Cookson, VP Hydraulics Global Product Line Management, Gates At one time, it may have been common to ask about a hose’s rating. The answer might be …

Upcoming Workshops

IFPS OFFERS TWO WORKSHSOPS on certifications for Accredited Instructor (AI) and Authorized Job Performance Proctor (AJPP). The workshops take place March 22-23 …

Stopping a Load with a Shock Absorber

It is common practice to position shock absorbers to cushion loads attached to air cylinders, rather than to subject the air cylinders to shock loading …

IFPS Releases Fluid Conveyance Guide

Member Price: $19.95 • Nonmember PRICE: $38.95  The new Fluid Conveyance Guide assembles information from other publications into one easily searchable …

Zero-Max Offers Overload Safety Devices

Zero-Max overload safety devices protect motor and drive systems from overload while offering options to withstand corrosive environments and necessary …

Danfoss Launches StreetLite Performance Hose

Danfoss Power Solutions recently launched its new StreetLite Performance hose, the latest addition to its Aeroquip Performance line of hoses and fittings for …