Hydraulics & Pneumatics articles from December 2004

Hydraulics & Pneumatics archives from December 2004

The latest electronic gadget--just in time for the holidays.(Editor's Page)
December 1, 2004... We have big news here at H & P! Subscribers now have the option of receiving Hydraulics & Pneumatics in digital format. Readers who choose this service will receive an e-mail every month with a hyperlink to a website containing that month's...

Hammer time.(Reader's Forum)
December 1, 2004... I just read your editorial page... you hit the nail right on the head. I feel exactly as you do in regards to your points on the talk show hosts refusing to listen to any point other than their own. No reasoning at all. When someone like Rush...

Research projects funded by NFPA.(Industry News)
December 1, 2004... Last year, the National Fluid Power Association established a Cooperative Network for Research in Motion Control through Fluid Power (CNR). The CNR is a member-supported consortium designed as a wide-reaching, industry-supported,...

IFPE 2005 educational program.(Industry News)
December 1, 2004... IFPE 2005 March 15-19, 2005 Las Vegas Convention Center Las Vegas IFPE 2005, the International Exposition for Power Transmission, is North America's largest exposition and technical conference devoted to power transmission...

Introduce a girl to engineering!(Industry News)
December 1, 2004... The fifth annual "Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day" is scheduled for February 24, 2005. Hundreds of organizations worldwide will mobilize tens of thousands of engineers to reach one million girls that day (and throughout the year) with...

Webtec founder wins achievement award.(Industry News)
December 1, 2004... Roy Cuthbert, owner and founder of Webtec Products Ltd. (parent company of Milwaukee-based Webster Instruments), was awarded the 2003 Bramah Medal at a recent BFPA meeting. The metal is named after an 18th century inventor, and is given in...

AEM plans seminars for Atlanta.(Industry News)
December 1, 2004... The Association of Equipment Manufacturers is planning its annual Product Safety Seminar, scheduled for January 30-February 1 at the Hilton Atlanta Airport. On February 2, AEM will host a product liability seminar at the same hotel. "How to be...

ICUEE on the horizon.(Industry News)
December 1, 2004... ICUEE 2005, the International Construction and Utility Equipment Exposition, will be held September 27-29, 2005 at the Kentucky Fair and Exposition Center in Louisville. The show features over 1 million sq-ft of indoor and outdoor exhibit space...

Complicated bar bending with hydraulic power.(50 years ago ...)
December 1, 2004... From the December 1954 issue of Applied Hydraulics (the original title of H & P). A coil spreading and forming machine that can receive electrical conductor bars up to 15 ft in loop length and automatically perform four distinct operations...

Hydraulics tows the line for quick recovery.(Ideas & Applications)
December 1, 2004... A Cold-War-era combat tracked vehicle used by the U.S. Army in battlefield recovery situations (think of it as a tow truck for tanks) continues to serve as the backbone of army maintenance systems. The M88A1 Medium Recovery Vehicle (MRV) is a...

Hydraulics keeps bobcat engines cool.
December 1, 2004... Bobcat loaders and excavators are cool machines, thanks to a number of advantages offered by their hydraulic oil cooling system. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] These machines feature a nylon hydraulic reservoir. It's small enough for hydraulic...

Integrated hydraulic system moves architectural masterpiece.(Ideas & Applications)
December 1, 2004... Surrounded by a busy residential complex and the city's busiest expressway, the 74 year old Shanghai Concert Hall was plagued with noise and exhaust fumes. Although building a new concert hall would have been less expensive, the city chose to...

New lines for assembly line.(Ideas & Applications)
December 1, 2004... Pirtek USA, Rockledge, Fla., has service centers in the St. Paul, Minn, area that were hired recently by a local foundry to build a customized assembly line using hundreds of feet of rigid steel tubing. Foundry personnel wanted to create a fast...

Understanding valve specifications.(Motion Control)
December 1, 2004... When manufacturers conduct deadhead pressure metering tests for proportional and servovalves, supply pressure is held constant, while the work ports are totally blocked, as shown in Figure 1. This allows observing output pressure variations as...

Weightlessness for sale: space tourism may not be a reality for most people, but a specialized hydraulic system is helping bring a different kind of zero-g experience to the masses.(AEROSPACE/MILITARY)
December 1, 2004... If you've always dreamed of becoming an astronaut--and have even briefly followed NASA's astronaut training--you're probably familiar with the "Vomit Comet." This KC-135A (a four-engine aircraft similar to a Boeing 707) provides the unique...

Do phantoms live in your fluids? Insoluble contaminants usually go undetected but can haunt hydraulic systems with a host of problems.(CONTAMINATION CONTROL)
December 1, 2004... Technicians and engineers most often use particle counting to assess the cleanliness of a system's hydraulic fluid by measuring the size and concentration of particles. This was done at a North American automotive plant to monitor the condition...

More than the valve: to correctly size pneumatic motion systems, every component must be taken into account.(PNEUMATIC SYSTEMS)
December 1, 2004... In the old days, using only the flow coefficient, CV, to size a valve in a pneumatic circuit was enough. But that's only because designers tended to significantly oversize the valve. Today, a more exacting method is needed. To properly size...

Breather.(New Products/Focus on Air Dryers)
December 1, 2004... Disposable Steel breather prevents dirt and water from entering fluid reservoirs, providing solution for the management of lubricant in mobile equipment. Design combines 1-[micro]m filtration with the water adsorption capabilities of silica gel...

High temperatures.(New Products/Focus on Air Dryers)
December 1, 2004... Hi-Temp air dryer line is specifically designed for treatment of compressed air that has a temperature higher than the standard rating of 100[degrees] F. Provide efficient service for 38[degrees] F pressure dew point at full-rated flow, without...

Membrane dryers.(New Products/Focus on Air Dryers)
December 1, 2004... Range of compressed air membrane dryers provides a condensate-free environment with dewpoint supression up to 80[degrees] F or 20[degrees] F below the inlet temperature. Feature easy installation, no power requirements, no moving parts to wear...

Modular systems.(New Products/Focus on Air Dryers)
December 1, 2004... Compact, electronically controlled Pneudri MX and MPX systems feature modular construction; aluminum tower design is half the weight and size of traditional twin tower designs. Heatless dryers deliver air at -40[degrees] F pressure dewpoint as...

Refrigerated dryers.(New Products/Focus on Air Dryers)
December 1, 2004... Line of refrigerated air dryers lowers dew points to 40[degrees] F, in order to clean and dry 99.9% of all moisture and contaminants in a compressed air line. Available in various sizes, are housed in non-corrosive ABS cabinet that is mounted...

Dryers.
December 1, 2004... Deliquescent desiccant Regenerative Drying desiccant medium Drying...

New name in compressor fluids.(TECH NEWS)
December 1, 2004... To better clarify the performance benefits and applications of its air compressor fluids, Petro-Canada is re-introducing them under the brand name Compro. The company has also launched a new product called Compro Synthetic. [ILLUSTRATION...

Fast, accurate torque tool.(TECH NEWS)
December 1, 2004... The Model PT52 Pneutorque is a fast, lightweight pneumatic torque wrench that provides smooth, continuous operation with little noise and vibration. The tool, from Norbar Torque Tools Inc., Willoughby, Ohio, features a 2-in.-diameter gearbox...

Pressure regulators for DeviceNet.(PNEUMATIC PRODUCTS)
December 1, 2004... Type 5500 digital-to-pneumatic pressure regulator uses a common air supply to provide electronic proportional control of output pressure from any combination of 4, 6, or 8 station units through the use of DeviceNet. Delivers low hysteresis and...

Automatic drains.(PNEUMATIC PRODUCTS)
December 1, 2004... AMD-6550 automatic magnetic drains discharge contaminated condensate, not compressed air. Large orifice drain eliminates clogging. Features include rugged, lightweight construction and a fluid-level gage. Magnetic flux ensures condensate...

Crevice-free cylinders.(PNEUMATIC PRODUCTS)
December 1, 2004... Cylinders made of 300 or 326 stainless steel are threaded and fully repairable. A crevice-free design facilitates washdowns and clean up, making them well suited for food-processing and pharmaceutical applications. Come in 1 1/8-, 1 1/2-, and...

High-flow in-line filters.(PNEUMATIC PRODUCTS)
December 1, 2004... A series of large in-line filters is designed for air, vacuum, or liquids. Molded in polyoxymethylene acetal with color-coded frames to indicate filter micron size. Available in 20, 65, 105, 150, and 250 [micro]m in nylon or polyester screens....

Rodless cylinders.(PNEUMATIC PRODUCTS)
December 1, 2004... Catalog describes the SRL2 Series Super Rodless Cylinder, available in bores from 12 to 100 mm. Includes engineered drawings and technical data. Provides selection guide and ordering information. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] CKD USA Corp.,...

Linear rail brakes.(PNEUMATIC PRODUCTS)
December 1, 2004... Spring-engaged, air-released Guide Rail Brake is designed for maximum holding and dynamic braking. The rail brake is easily integrated into a linear system and kept disengaged with air pressure. Able to hold large loads in all axes and performs...

Rotary actuators.(PNEUMATIC PRODUCTS)
December 1, 2004... Series RCC rotary actuator supports high axial thrust loads. Available in 8-, 12-, and 16-mm bore sizes and 90[degrees] and 180[degrees] rotations. Standard angle adjustment of [+ or -]5[degrees] in each direction. Internal shock pads eliminate...

Medium-duty air cylinders.(PNEUMATIC PRODUCTS)
December 1, 2004... Model ILM medium-duty air cylinders work in tough applications. Bore sizes from 40 to 320 mm. Aluminum construction with bolt-on mounts. Internally lubricated for life, floating, self-aligning, lubricated, repairable rod cartridge. ...

Compact rodless cylinders.(PNEUMATIC PRODUCTS)
December 1, 2004... P1X Series rodless air cylinders offer high load bearing in a small size. The cylinders require no lubrication and are available in bores from 16 to 63 mm and strokes to 5 m. Oval piston design reduces piston height, and compact yoke...

Vacuum check valves.(PNEUMATIC PRODUCTS)
December 1, 2004... CheckVac leak-proof, one-way vacuum check valves have a one-piece, seamless aluminum body and plastic valve element that snaps in place and includes an O-ring. Feature low cracking pressure and a smooth bore. Said to provide higher flow rates...

Vacuum cups.(PNEUMATIC PRODUCTS)
December 1, 2004... SM Series vacuum cups come in diameters from 1 to 130 mm. Optional mount with built-in venturi generator eliminates need for separate vacuum pump. Cup is molded in neoprene, but is also available in a blue silicone heat resistant to...

All-metal fittings.(PNEUMATIC PRODUCTS)
December 1, 2004... Nickel-plated WeldFit fittings provide rapid assembly and protect pneumatic and water circuits from weld spatter. Feature silicone-free O-rings. Suitable for compressed air and water mediums. Operating temperatures range from -20[degrees] to...

Flexible flow.(Design Close-up)
December 1, 2004... K3VL Series variable-displacement axial-piston pumps are suitable for continuous open-circuit use in mobile, industrial, and marine applications. The basic pump meets low-noise standards and is available for SAE or ISO shaft and flange...

Strainers and diffusers.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... The Clean Out Hatch Cover Series of strainers and diffusers comes completely assembled with seals, ready to install on hydraulic reservoirs. Flow capability to 600 gpm. Four densities available: 30, 60, 100, and 200 mesh. Two optional bypass...

Compression fittings.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... The CAST B4 ring offers a six-point seal on the standard DIN 2353 fitting. The primary sealing point is metal-to-metal. The elastomer seal acts only as additional sealing. An anti-vibration system prevents nut from unscrewing. Available in...

Medium-duty axial pumps.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... Two pump sizes have been added to PVM line of medium-duty axial piston hydraulic pumps. PVM-065 offers maximum displacement to 3.96 [in.sup.3]/rev; PVM-075 provides displacement to 4.58 [in.sup.3]/rev. Both pumps offer maximum pressure of 4250...

Corrosion-resistant chrome.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... ChromeXL is an extended life chrome-plated bar that meets or exceeds salt spray testing to 1200 hr. The company controls size, surface finish, roundness, and straightness by managing the complete process--beginning with special cold finish...

Protective hose sleeves.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... Woven textile hose sleeves protect the environment and operators from possible hydraulic leaks and spills, in addition to extending hose life. The sleeve has MSHA approval #IC-07/01. Under testing, sleeve showed an abrasion resistance life of...

Servo-proportional valves.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... The D941 Series servoproportional valve combines digital electronics with flow capacities to 21.1 gpm at pressures to 75 psi. Valve is configured through software, rather than changes in mechanical parts or passive electronic components....

Mini power units.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... Compact dc hydraulic power units come in multiple configurations to suit wide variety of applications. Pump options include Model G fixed-displacement or Model K pressure-balanced versions, both rated for 3000-psi service (3600 psi maximum)....

Mini, block-style proximity sensors.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... R01 mini, block-style inductive sensors have a 7-mm sensing range and a rugged cast zinc housing. Available in a weld field-immune version with a 5-mm sensing range, designed to weather dc and ac magnetic fields. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ...

Flange adapters.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... Adaflange unified code 61 four-bolt flange adapters share the same bolt mounting as the SAE code 61 and provide a means to adapt from code 61 flange-mounting pattern to 37[degrees] male flare. Assembled using socket-head cap screws that meet or...

Digital displays.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... A family of digital displays and signal processors is available for Flo-tech turbine flow meters. The panel-mounted HB2800 display for Ultima and Classic flow sensors, accepts non-amplified, low-level frequency input and will calculate rate of...

Flat-face hydraulic couplings.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... The FF Series of flat-face, dry-break couplings meets or exceeds the ISO 16028 standard. Rated for 5075-psi operating pressure for all sizes, connected and disconnected. Available in 1/4- to 1-in. sizes. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Tuthill...

Quick-acting couplings.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... High-pressure quick-acting couplings handle pressures to 60,000 psi. High-pressure and medium-pressure ports are standard. Available in valved and non-valved versions. High-flow check valve design allows for minimal pressure drop. Self-locking...

Nylon pipe plugs.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... Nylon pipe plugs are designed with NPT threads to protect valves and hydraulic and pneumatic devices from contamination. Grub-style drive allows installation and removal with a screwdriver and is available in five sizes: 1/8-27, 1/4-18, 3/8-18,...

Planetary gear drives.(New Products)
December 1, 2004... The 440 Series of planetary gear drives is rated at 440,000 lb-in. maximum intermittent output torque. Available with shaft or spindle shaft outputs or as a wheel drive. Suitable for industrial, marine, or mobile equipment applications. ...

Accumulators.
December 1, 2004... Petroleum Fluid base Synthetic Water Accumulators, Inc. # * * * Air-Dro Cylinders, Inc. * * * Airmo. Inc., Pressure ...

Hydraulic cylinders.(Useful Literature)
December 1, 2004... Catalog describes standard-duty 100 Series to 400 Series cylinders that accommodate operating pressures to 2500 psi, and heavy-duty 600 Series to 900 Series cylinders for operating pressures to 3000 psi. Provides bores, rod diameters, strokes,...

Gear pumps and motors.(Useful Literature)
December 1, 2004... Brochure highlights Aluminibeta Series pumps and motors in Spanish and English. The pumps can be assembled in a single or multiple unit driven from one shaft, with or without auxiliary valves. Product specifications and available shaft options...

Fluid purifier systems.(Useful Literature)
December 1, 2004... Brochure features fluid purifier systems that remove free, emulsified, and dissolved water: free and dissolved gases; and particulate contamination down to 1 [micro]m. Details include system benefits, operating principle, structure, and...

Case drain monitors.(Useful Literature)
December 1, 2004... A data sheet provides details on the Case Drain Monitor, an alternative to standard flow meters for assessing pump condition. Available in 1/2- to 1-in. pipe sizes. Offers specifications, performance characteristics, construction materials, and...

Motors, drives.(Useful Literature)
December 1, 2004... Version 9.0 CD-ROM catalog offers instant access to a variety of technical information on more than 6500 motors, drives, and generators. Product information includes nameplate data, dimension drawings, performance and test data, replacement...

Intensifiers.(Useful Literature)
December 1, 2004... Catalog, 28 pages, spotlights MiniBooster line of pressure intensifiers. Contains specifications, photos, functional diagrams, mounting information; covers typical applications, inlet and outlet pressures, flow rates, and accessories. Explains...

Rodless Air cylinders.(MEDIA MART)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2004... Parker Hannifin's Actuator Division is pleased to announce the release of the new Rodless Air cylinder catalog (AU03-0928/NA). This new catalog features an industry-leading line of pneumatic rodless cylinder products, including the new P1X...

Vane rotary actuators.(MEDIA MART)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2004... New catalog features complete line of vane rotary actuators, available in both imperial and metric designs, with torque outputs from 0.5 to 2849 in.-lbs of torque. Optional CRN series Hydro-Cushion acts as shock absorber, solving applications...

Guided cylinders.(MEDIA MART)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2004... P5L Series guided cylinders incorporate popular P1L Series round body repairable cylinder (available in 20-to 100-mm bores), into an extruded housing/bearing structure, to create a cost effective guided cylinder package, P5L incorporates the...

Hydraulic rotary actuators.(MEDIA MART)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2004... Expanded line of vane and rack and pinion hydraulic rotary actuators includes sizes from 18 in.-lbs of torque to 64 million in.-lbs of torque. Actuators are recognized in industry for rugged durability and life, and are used extensively in a...

Aluminum profile systems.(MEDIA MART)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2004... New mSeries catalog 1816/US covers extensive line of structural aluminum profiles and a complete line of accessories and components--as well as the Roller System, IPS Rail, and Slide Guide linear motion products. Versatility of IPS mSeries...

Differential pressure gauges.(MEDIA MART)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2004... Four-page brochure covers the DPH line of high-quality, low-cost differential pressure indicators for the filtration industry. Every gauge is individually tested and serialized. Certification of calibration is available. NACE certification is...

Hydraulic power packs.(MEDIA MART)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2004... Pressures up to 2000 bar are possible with Hydraulic Power Pack powered by miniBOOSTER Ideal for applications in: bolt tensioners, nut splitters, torque wrenches, workholding, hydraulic tools, rescue tools, railroad equipment, and test stands....

Hydraulic fittings and adapters.(MEDIA MART)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2004... Brennan Industries is offering its new CDROM product catalog and crossover database of hydraulic fittings and adapters. The database contains more than 12,000 SKUs, offering users a conversion of a comprehensive selection of standard hydraulic...

Leak-free connections!(MEDIA MART)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2004... Brochure describes new seal inserts coated with Loctite. These seals fit into all standard flared connectors, insuring a robust leak-free connection. 37o and 45 o flared fittings are the most common and cost effective connection in the world,...

Caplugs' new catalog released.(MEDIA MART)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2004... Caplugs' new product catalog (Catalog 904) features more than 80 new parts along with our existing product lines of caps, plugs, edge liners, grommets, wraps, nettings, and Clearview[TM] tubing. The 150-page, full-color catalog highlights more...

Flow, temperature sensors.(MEDIA MART)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2004... Two new hydraulic sensors feature built-in signal conditioning and 0-5 VDC or 4-20 mA linear analog outputs. TP200 temperature sensor features simple 2- or 3-wire hook-up. eliminating problems associated with cold junction compensation, curve...

Hydraulic tester.(MEDIA MART)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2004... RFIK hydraulic tester handles flow to 32 or 50 gpm and pressure to 6000 psi. Its reverse-flow feature and 37[degrees] JIC male adapters allow quick and easy circuit checks by allowing the machine to be fully cycled during troubleshooting and...

Pneumatic Actuator products.(MEDIA MART)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2004... The Actuator Division of Schrader Bellows releases its new Catalog AU03-SB0900P-2/NA, includes the complete line of pneumatic actuator products. Catalog features more than 10 new series of pneumatic cylinder and slide products, including two...

Brass Actuator products.(MEDIA MART)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2004... The Actuator Division from Scharder Bellows is pleased to announce the release of it's new Catalog ACT-BP featuring its traditional line of Brass Actuator Products. Products featured include Miniature Brass Clamping Cylinders, the Bellows Air...

Compact, load-bearing hydraulic rotary actuators.(MEDIA MART)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2004... Comprehensive line of helical, hydraulic rotary actuators offer a unique combination of features not found in alternative rotary positioning devices: compact configurations, high torque output, integral bearings with heavy load-carrying...

Shock absorbers.(MEDIA MART)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2004... Ace Controls offers product information on its full line of industrial and safely shock absorbers, as well as feed controllers. Featured products include the award-winning S[C.sub.2] Heavyweight Series and Magnum Group industrial shock...

LSHT hydraulic motors.(MEDIA MART)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2004... Brochure presents engineering and performance information on SMA family of larger displacement (some as large as 10.500 cc/rev) low-speed/high-torque, radial-piston hydraulic motors that have output power capacities as high as 1260 kW, and can...

LSHT hydraulic motors.(MEDIA MART)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2004... Catalog specification sheets present engineering and performance information on XK family of radial-piston hydraulic motors with displacements from 1000 to 5000 cc/rev, output power capabilities from 25 to 110 kW and speeds up to 275 rpm....

Bellows and covers.(MEDIA MART)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2004... Custom and standard size sewn bellows to your specs. Ideal for machine tools, machine screws, precision hydraulics, etc. High quality coatings and fabrics available to withstand rigorous conditions and extreme temperatures. All sizes, shapes;...

NEW Fluid Power Products Catalog.(MEDIA MART)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2004... Lenz releases a "New" Fluid Power Products Catalog for 2004! Lenz's 80 page catalog FPA-04 contains 31 new innovative products detailing a complete range of hydraulic filters, strainers, tank accessories and pressure gauges. Easy to read,...

New catalog contains 15,000 items.(MEDIA MART)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2004... Precision Orifices, Miniature Check Valves, Fixed Flow Controls The 72 page 2005 catalog presents precision orifices in sizes from 0003" to 125" diameter Orifices are made of brass, stainless steel or sapphire. Miniature check valves and fixed...

Check valves & flow controls.(MEDIA MART)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2004... Easily installed in-line check valves or fixed orifice flow controls are available in 10/32, 1/8", 1/4" and 3/8" NPT sizes. The brass or stainless steel bodies of the ball check types are usable for liquids or gases up to 2000 psig. Disk types...

Clean hose and tube-assemblies using the quick and easy economy launcher by Ultra Clean.(MEDIA MART)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2004... The UC-EL Economy Launcher is economically priced and ideal for mobile and job site cleaning applications from 1/4" to 1 1/4". The Ultra Clean System is capable of achieving ISO 13/10 cleanliness levels when following our cleaning procedures...

Command Controls Corp. valves.(MEDIA MART)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2004... Command Controls designs and manufactures a full line of state-of-the-art, high performance hydraulic cartridge valves and custom manifold systems for the fluid power industry. The valves, designed to fit industry common cavities, achieve full...

Instrumental information.(Web Wire)
December 1, 2004... The online home for Milwaukee-based Webster Instruments can be found at www.webster-inst.com. The site (offered in four languages) has good information on the company's test equipment, valves, cylinders, couplings, and gear pumps. Users can...