Fluid Power Journal

Leybold Launches New Pump Series

Leybold recently launched its new TUBOVAC iR, a complete turbomolecular pump series. Derived from the TUBOVAC i family, the iR models replace the former …

New Handbook Edition Released

A second edition of the Fluid Power Reference Handbook is now available. Highlights of the second edition include: • An expanded symbology section ISO 1219 …

Shipments Up in June as Growth Continues

The latest data published by the National Fluid Power Association shows that pneumatic, mobile hydraulic, and industrial hydraulic shipments increased in June …

IFPS Seeks Bilingual Volunteers

IFPS is looking for volunteers who speak English and Spanish to help translate certification tests. Qualified volunteers must hold an IFPS certification, sign …

3 Ways IoT Improves Component Efficiency

By Emily Newton, Editor-in-Chief, Revolutionized. Professionals who use fluid power equipment today have numerous goals, improved fluid power efficiency …

The Stepper 12: A Game Changer in Proportional Flow Control

By Patrick Byce, Marketing Manager, Canfield Industries As you drive along the highway, you glance down for a moment to adjust the heat and look up just in …

On the Safe Side: How Pneumatics Protects Our Food

By Mike Parzych, Product Marketing Manager, Norgren. In February, the Abbott baby formula plant in Sturgis, Michigan, closed due to concerns that its formula …

Piab Launches Suction Cup for Flimsy Bags

Piab recently released its new BGX suction cup suitable for bags made of thin plastic. As the bags become more thinner and flimsier, the more carefully they …

Test Your Skills: Opening Up About Closed Loop Control

When accuracy and repeatability are important to a process, such as when an actuator is required to follow a predetermined position profile, a closed loop …

Emerson Expands Condition Monitoring Software

  Emerson is updating its machinery health platform to enable customers to migrate to a more holistic, modern interface for condition monitoring. To help …