Hydraulics & Pneumatics articles from December 2006

Hydraulics & Pneumatics archives from December 2006

Hydraulics takes off with new light jets: hydraulics is in control with the newest aviation platform, the much-anticipated Very Light Jet.(AEROSPACE)
December 1, 2006... Throughout the latter part of the 20th Century, people dreamed of the day that airplanes would be as ubiquitous as automobiles. From the Jetsons' fantasy of rush hour in mini-spaceships to the occasional Popular Mechanics article about how to...

Pneumatics integral to medical advances.(AUTOMATE WITH AIR)
December 1, 2006... Healthcare has been a fast-growing field, and there is little evidence that it will slow in the coming years, as the Baby Boomers reach retirement age. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that education and health services will grow...

The importance of combustion analysis: proper combustion analysis is an essential step to preventing carbon monoxide production and/or poisoning. And winter is an especially critical time to ensure indoor air is safe.(Service Clinic)
December 1, 2006... Air for combustion is divided into four types, depending on its role and the design of the particular burner: Primary air provides a percentage of the combustion air, but more importantly, controls the amount of fuel that can be burned. ...

Accumulators: the unsung heroes of hydraulic motion control: accumulators can conserve energy, make systems easier to control, and extend a machine's useful life, making them especially important for electrohydraulic motion control systems.(SYSTEM DESIGN)
December 1, 2006... One of the most important, but possibly least understood components of a hydraulic motion system is not an active component at all. It is a component that saves power, makes the system easier to control, and can extend a machine's useful...

Forums keep the dialog going.(Editor's Page)
December 1, 2006... Since long before I became affiliated with Hydraulics & Pneumatics nearly 20 years ago, our Readers' Forum department has been a means for readers to share their comments with us and other readers. In this day of bulletin boards, blogs, guest...

Magnetostrictive sensors complement self-contained actuators.(Ideas & Applications)
December 1, 2006... Self-contained electrohydraulic actuators from M-Mac Actuators, Vancouver, B.C., Canada, combine the stiffness, speed, and high force of hydraulic actuators with the accuracy and reliability of electromechanical actuators in compact,...

Environmentally conscious manufacturing.
December 1, 2006... Protection, conservation, and improvements to environmental quality--as well as human health protection and rational use of natural resources--are within the objectives of the European Union environment policy. This involves significant changes...

Pump clutches save energy, wear & tear.(Ideas & Applications)
December 1, 2006... Hydraulic pumps on mobile equipment generally are driven by an engine either through a drive box mounted to the engine's flywheel, through a power takeoff (PTO) from the vehicle's geared transmission, or even through the engine's own belt...

Magnetic oil filtration can extend component life.(Ideas & Applications)
December 1, 2006... Your filter is doing exactly what it's designed to do: reach a satisfactory level of cleanliness without restricting flow rates. The Halex Coil is a device that enhances the performance of your existing oil filter. The key to its effectiveness...

Worldwide standards versus company standards.(Ideas & Applications)
December 1, 2006... Major advantages can be had by designing seal grooves and housings to international standards. By adhering to standards, manufacturers of hydraulic systems can specify standard seals, thereby avoiding the cost of special tooling and allowing...

Developing a model for motor leakage.(Motion Control)
December 1, 2006... A simulation of hydraulic motor model was conducted on an Interdata Model 14 minicomputer. Using a consistent set of metric units, the program calculates values of shaft speed, shaft position, and motor inlet pressure, and outputs these values...

Two-for-one electrohydraulic book.(Motion Control)
December 1, 2006... The Designer's Handbook for Electrohydraulic Servo and Proportional Systems covers electrohydraulic system design, control, and analysis by teaching principles and reviewing practical problems from the real world instead of endlessly discussing...

Now arriving at the port: hydraulic hybrids.(Industry News)
December 1, 2006... California is continuing to go green, this time at several ports, as it tests the use of hybrid technology on terminal tractors. Port automation provider Kalmar, London, will outfit three terminal tractors with hybrid technology to help the...

Eaton receives environmental award.(Industry News)
December 1, 2006... Eaton Corp., Cleveland, was one of seven recipients of the 2006 Ohio Environmental Council OEC) Environmental Achievement Awards. The company received the award for its new hydraulic hybrid and hybrid electric technologies for trucks. This...

Gems Sensors & Controls appoints president.(Industry News)
December 1, 2006... Gems Sensors & Controls, Plainville, Conn., appoined Muriel Bras-Jorge president. She has previously held executive management positions at Jacobs Vehicle Systems Inc., and and Honeywell International Inc. Bras-Jorge will be responsible...

Technical conference scheduled during IFPE 2008.(Industry News)
December 1, 2006... The 51st National Conference on Fluid Power will be held in conjunction with IFPE 2008. It will feature presentations by international experts on power transmission and motion control technology. Companies may present a technical paper....

Scandinavian fluid power conference.(Industry News)
December 1, 2006... The next Scandinavian International Conference on Fluid Power will be hosted by IHA--Institute of Hydraulics and Automation, Tampere University of Technology (TUT) May 21-23, 2007. The conference will serve as a forum for discussions and...

Make pressure spikes: take a hike: sudden surges in flow and pressure can not only render filters less effective, but shorten their life as well.(MOBILE HYDRAULICS)
December 1, 2006... Besides cleanliness rating and dirt-holding capacity, essential selection criteria for filters are, of course, pressure and flow. However, other factors are less obvious. Among the most overlooked of these are transient (instantaneous) flow and...

Hydraulic test equipment.(Media MART)
December 1, 2006... New eight-page, four-color brochure details complete product line, including portable hydraulic testers, turbine and positive-displacement flow meters, temperature sensors, pressure transducers, panel readouts, in-line flow indicators,...

Plugs, breather caps and level indicators.(Media MART)
December 1, 2006... 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,...

Shock absorbers.(Media MART)
December 1, 2006... New ACE Controls catalog on its full line of industrial and safety shock absorbers, as well as feed controllers. Products include: award winning Magnum Group and [SC.sup.2] Heavyweight Series and new SC High-Cycle Series for decelerating loads,...

Push-to-connect fittings.(Media MART)
December 1, 2006... Web site spotlights brass nickel-plated, stainless steel, and composite fittings for pneumatic applications. With a simple click, users can view the site in English, Italian, German, or French. Online data sheets provide information on...

Inexpensive solutions for high-temp masking.(Media MART)
December 1, 2006... Masking brochure has inexpensive solutions for all masking needs--from powder coating and e-coating to electroplating and painting. Four-page brochure highlights different materials and product lines (with their temperature resistance), to...

Externally threaded vinyl plugs.(Media MART)
December 1, 2006... Line of injection-molded vinyl tapered and threaded plugs offer detailed design of injection-molded plastic with soft, pliable nature of vinyl. HETV series consists of heat resistant, externally threaded plugs that can be easily pushed into...

Horizontal machine center.(Media MART)
December 1, 2006... Daman Products Company is able to machine custom and standard manifolds up to 2,000 pounds at one work station with the installation of the Mazak FH-10800 CNC. This high-precision horizontal machine center provides enhanced conformity with...

Sealing & flow control solutions.(Media MART)
December 1, 2006... Farmington Engineering is a leading manufacturer of sealing & flow control products that serve the fluid power market. We are proud to announce the launch of our newest product, Rv Plugs. These are pull-style mandrel plugs that are easily...

Leak-free connections!(Media MART)
December 1, 2006... 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,...

Flexible tubing & coil solutions.(Media MART)
December 1, 2006... Infinite selection of Polyurethane, Nylon 11, PE, PVC, and other specialty compounds; available in a variety of sizes, colors, and configurations. Resource Guide offers useful information, chemical compatibility chart, and thousands of standard...

Pressure and position sensing solutions.(Media MART)
December 1, 2006... Gefran provides Pressure and Position sensing solutoins for mobile hydraulic applications. In-cylinder integrated position measurement --magnetostrictive and potentiometric sensing technologies. Cost effective pressure sensing solutions....

Hydraulic rotary actuators.(Media MART)
December 1, 2006... Simple, cost-effective rotary motion solutions. Helac actuators offer a unique combination of features not found in alternative rotary positioning devises: integral bearings with heavy load-carrying capacity; zero leakage; drift-free...

Digital gauges with special features!(Media MART)
December 1, 2006... Introducing the LEO line of digital gauges that do more. For example: our LEO 1 model reveals transient pressure spikes normally undetected, our LEO Record stores & downloads pressure and temperature data and our LEO 3 outputs both digital and...

New! high pressure hydraulic hose and couplings.(Media MART)
December 1, 2006... Kurt Hydraulics now offers a complete line of couplings and hose backed by large inventories, simplified ordering and fast deliveries. With over 375 coupling types and R12, 4SH, R13 and R15 hose, Kurt further strengthens its position as the new...

Hydraulic flanges and components.(Media MART)
December 1, 2006... Print catalog includes popular styles of MAIN Manufacturing's extensive offering of Hydraulic Flanges and Components--ready for immediate shipment. Dimensional drawings, part numbers, metric and weld specifications included. The "Quick...

MICO multiple disc brakes.(Media MART)
December 1, 2006... Fifty-five page catalog featuring MICO Multiple Disc Brakes. Precisely engineered brakes are totally enclosed units applied by built-in springs and held off by hydraulic pressure. Typical applications include: manlifts, scissors lifts, swing...

Switches and cylinders.(Media MART)
December 1, 2006... Company offers downloadable PDF and ZIP versions of its switch and cylinder brochures. Full-color brochures contain photos, dimensional drawings and specification data for each model of switch or cylinder as well as options for basic electrical...

Sherex Industries Ltd. expander plugs.(Media MART)
December 1, 2006... Offering the complete line of Koenig Expander Plugs--these cost effective, highly engineered sealing devices are used to permanently seal cross-drilled communication holes in numerous applications such as fuel pumps, rails, and injectors;...

In-line filters.(Media MART)
December 1, 2006... Sixteen-page, color-illustrated brochure describes both construction and performance features of FHP Series in-line filters rated 6000-psi maximum working pressure with flow rates to 120 gpm. Includes labeled cutaway view, details on elements...

Hydraulic filtration products.(Media MART)
December 1, 2006... Thirty-two -page brochure contains information about company's history; worldwide locations; research development, and manufacturing operations; laboratories; and international certification. Continues with product photographs, cutaway views,...

Laser particle analyzer.(Media MART)
December 1, 2006... Eight-page brochure with color illustrations introduces LPA2 fully portable solid-particle analyzer with twin laser system calibrated to new ISO 11171 Standard. Explains function of each system. Lists performance features and notes choices of...

Spin-on filters.(Media MART)
December 1, 2006... Twenty-page, color-illustrated catalog presents details on MPS/MST Series spin-on hydraulic filters for suction and return-line service at working pressure to 17 psi with flow rates to 80 gpm. Includes labeled cutaway views, filter-element...

Hydraulic pumps & motors.(Media MART)
December 1, 2006... Brochure highlights Designs, Development, Manufacturing & Quality Assurance for our high quality Hydraulic Pumps & Motors. Rotary Power's products are World-Wide and can be applied to almost every industrial sector. * High Torque Radial...

LSHT hydraulic motors.(Media MART)
December 1, 2006... 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...

Clean hose and tube-assemblies using the quick and easy economy launcher by Ultra Clean.(Media MART)
December 1, 2006... 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...

Line cleaning system.(Media MART)
December 1, 2006... Projectile Verification System launches an Ultra Clean projectile through a hose, tube or pipe for thorough internal cleaning and catches the projectile and contaminants in a receptacle to verify that the projectile exited the hose or tube....

Air preparation units.(Useful Products)
December 1, 2006... Maximatic FRLs prepare compressed air to decrease costs and improve system efficiency. They are available in sizes from #10-32 to 1 in. NPT with interchangeability. Their modular design and interconnecting brackets provide flexibility and...

Digital pressure switches.(Useful Products)
December 1, 2006... ZSE30/ISE30 and ZSE40/ISE40 digital pressure switches monitor air and inert and non-flammable gases. They are rated for maximum pressures from 1 to 10 bar, and feature digital and/or analog outputs, integrated display, and frontal keys for...

Hydraulic cylinders.(Useful Products)
December 1, 2006... Welded cylinders feature a bronze impregnated Teflon wear strip on the piston that wears in and provides low breakaway friction. Modular design allows for varied sizes to fit most applications; custom sizes available. They come in standard bore...

Analog linear sensors.(Useful Products)
December 1, 2006... Temposonics R-Series analog sensors include fully programmable dual channel outputs for simultaneous position and velocity or dual magnet position. They suit speeds from 25 mm/sec to 10 m/sec and offer speed sensing resolution of 0.1 mm/sec....

Disc valve motors.(Useful Products)
December 1, 2006... High-pressure 30 disc valve motors offer high starting torque efficiency, low pressure drop, and smooth two-speed shifting. No-load pressure drop is lower than 200 psi at flows of 25 gpm. Two-piece balance ring provides high mechanical and...

Miniature orifice restrictor.(Useful Products)
December 1, 2006... The 156 Jet, 0.156 in. diameter, single orifice restrictor uses the same technology as larger sizes. It weighs 0.7 g nominal and is 42% lighter and 12.5% shorter than older versions, which provides a reduced installation boss size and weight....

Modular FRL.(Useful Products)
December 1, 2006... Filter-regulator-lubricator is available in three body sizes (1/4, 3/8, and 1/2 in.) and five port sizes (1/8 to 3/4 in. NPT). Options include 5, 25, and 50 [micro]m filter elements, low-pressure range regulators, manual or auto drain filter,...

Air compressors.(Useful Products)
December 1, 2006... Taskair E series articulating piston units have an enclosed permanent magnet dc motor and compressor for long life in harsh environments. They provide up to 150 psi and maximum flows of 3.35 cfm at speeds to 1800 rpm. Oil-less design uses dual...

Stainless-steel rod ends.(Useful Products)
December 1, 2006... SSPM/SSPF stainless steel rod ends offer corrosion resistance, low friction, low moisture absorption, and high wear resistance. They feature an injection-molded, reinforced nylon race design and self-lubricating characteristics provide low...

Air pressure switch.(Useful Products)
December 1, 2006... CX compressed air switch features adjustable set point, deadband, and 20 A electrical rating for use in direct control of motors and pumps. It comes in 1- or 4-port models and is rated for pressures from 25 to 175 psig. Switch comes with...

Axial-piston pumps.(Useful Products)
December 1, 2006... PVWJ open-loop, axial-piston pumps provide stability in low- to medium-horsepower industrial and mobile hydraulic applications. They come in three frame sizes, 10 displacements and deliver low-flow/high-pressure to low-pressure/high-flow...

Flow switches.(Useful Products)
December 1, 2006... Flow switches mount directly in flow stream for line pressures from 1500 to 5000 psig. Fixed-orifice models are rated for low flows from 0-2 to 0-40 gal/hr and 1.5-5 scfm. Variable-orifice models are rated for flows from 0-1 to 0-30 gpm and...

Flange adapters.(Useful Products)
December 1, 2006... One-piece flange adapters are machined from round stock and hot-formed for desired angle and weld points. They come in carbon and stainless steel, in sizes from 1/2 to 4 in. Swept configurations allow them to fit in limited clearance...

Regulating valves.(Useful Products)
December 1, 2006... Series 56-T temperature actuated regulating valves suit applications that are cooled by fluid where consistent temperatures are desired; for example, when cooling a hydraulic heat exchanger. These self-modulating valves are self-powered...

Ultrasonic transducer.(Useful Products)
December 1, 2006... Dynasonics DTTS transducer installs easily on 1/2 to 2 in. pipe and rigid tubing. If used with time transmitter, it replaces mechanical flow meters. There is no contact with internal liquid or moving parts. It is used with clean liquids or...

Environmental issues, more hybrids.(Reader's Forum)
December 1, 2006... In response to the "More oil? Whoopee." editorial in the October issue, how can alternative energies be good when they require materials that originated from places that all environmentalists say are "evil and destructive?" Alternative energies...

Water-glycol fluids.(Product: Spotlight on Hydraulic Fluids)
December 1, 2006... Quintolubric 777-46 and 777-68 water-glycol hydraulic fluids contain less than 20% water. Quintolubric 777-46 is fire-resistant to HFC-E, biodegradable, and has a low water endanger class. Quintolubric 777-68 can be used in any hydraulic system...

Long-running fluid.(Product: Spotlight on Hydraulic Fluids)
December 1, 2006... Hydrex hydraulic fluid keeps equipment running long and efficiently. It lasts three times longer and provides two times better wear protection than similar fluids. It helps extend drain intervals for reduced change-outs, thereby reducing...

Anti-wear oils.(Product: Spotlight on Hydraulic Fluids)
December 1, 2006... Mobil DTE 20 hydraulic oils offer high anti-wear properties and film strength characteristics to help reduce breakdowns and improve production capacity. They also feature high oxidative stability to extend oil and filter intervals. Due to their...

Polyalkylene glycol fluids.(Product: Spotlight on Hydraulic Fluids)
December 1, 2006... UCON water-glycol hydraulic fluids, UCON PowerPro, and UCON Trident are polyalkylene glycol based lubricants with additives to improve lubrication and provide resistance to liquid- and vapor-phase corrosion. They are available in a wide range...

Anti-wear oils.
December 1, 2006... Tellus Premium oils' anti-wear system offers reduced valve and actuator sticking and failure, high system efficiency, and prolonged pump and fluid life. They deliver thermal, hydrolytic, and oxidative stability to resist the formation of...

Synthetic oil.(Product: Spotlight on Hydraulic Fluids)
December 1, 2006... Synthetic hydraulic oil protects systems from high-pressure, high-load, and heavy-duty operations. It remains fluid in cold temperatures. Zinc-based anti-wear additives and rust inhibitors provide protection in vane and gear pumps while meeting...

Efficient vacuum.(TECH PNEUS)
December 1, 2006... The Ultimate PMAT, from PIAB, Hingham, Mass., is a modular automation tooling solution that allows for up to 98% reduction in compressed air consumption, compared to alternative air-powered venturi systems. Combining a COAX vacuum cartridge...

University develops dew point graph.
December 1, 2006... Giovanni S. Crisi and Gisela H. Gomes, professors at Mackenzie Presbyterian University, Sao Paulo, Brazil, along with their undergraduate student, Priscila Hirota, developed the easy-to-use dew point graph above. Gomes mathematically deducted a...

Tooling around.(Web Wire)
December 1, 2006... Bosch Rexroth Corp. has Corporation has developed a "Tools and Downloads" section of their website. The new area contains downloadable CAD files, calculators, configurators, literature, pneumatic resources, and software. Check it out at...

Having fun with the cold.(Web Wire)
December 1, 2006... Now that colder weather is upon us, you might want to check out www.papersnowflakes.com, for some outdoor-flavored indoor fun with the kids. This site has patterns to create or color, but also sneaks some science in. There are details on the...

Joystick to the world.(Web Wire)
December 1, 2006... If you're looking for a joystick, chances are you'll find it at www.p-qcontrols.com. The site has information on single-axis and multi-axis models, as well as level sensors, remote controls, and more. The website is pretty slick, and it's easy...

Get some air.(Web Wire)
December 1, 2006... A family of air cylinders, valves, and auxiliary equipment (think FRLs) is detailed at www.ckdusa.com, the online home of Illinois-based CKD USA Corp. Users can get loads of information, from an online catalog to CAD drawings and distributor...

A fitting site.(Web Wire)
December 1, 2006... The English version of Italian-based C.matic's website, at www.cmatic.it/eng_index.htm, contains information on their line of pneumatic fittings. The online catalog includes descriptions, photos, and data sheets. The site also provides detailed...

A model download.(Web Wire)
December 1, 2006... Peninsular Cylinder recently released its first cylinder configurator; it is accessible through the Peninsular website, located at www.peninsularcylinders.com. The program allows users to quickly obtain the correct cylinder ordering number,...