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Certification adds a third dimension to your portfolio; education and experience are the other two. In baseball, we look for a player with the complete package—one who can throw, bat, catch, run, and be smart enough to make the many quick decisions that inevitably impact the outcome of a game. Certification in our industry mimics this complete package. It lets people know that you have, in addition to experience and education, specialization in fluid power and that you have taken the time to document your expertise. It lets the world know you are a critical member of the “team.” Fluid power has had many innovations since the 1980s. Probably the most significant is proportional controls. Fast forward 30 years and all of a sudden we are dealing with programmable Bert Martinez, CFPE, logic controllers, motion controllers, analog and CMfgE, Sun Hydraulics Corp. digital drivers, load cells, linear variable displacement transducers (LVDT), proportional integral derivative (PID) controllers—the list goes on and on. These innovative technologies require in-depth knowledge of electronics in addition to basic hydraulics. Fluid power isn’t just for log splitting anymore. In addition to electronics, advances in proportional valve technology and servo valve technology have allowed fluid power to reach into applications that used to be reserved for the electromechanical industry. Again, applying these valves requires knowledge of frequency response technology and closed-loop controls. Certification is a key way of keeping up with this technology and letting your industry know that you have the fundamental knowledge necessary to apply it. When I first heard of fluid power certification in the early 90s, I was very interested. I saw it as a way to achieve a higher level of accomplishment. Monetary gain was not the main motive. For me, it was more about pride and bragging rights. Since then, I have had many discussions with colleagues about the benefits of being certified. It’s funny how almost everybody who isn’t certified doesn’t feel the need to certify, whereas those who are certified are always looking for new certifications to add to their portfolios and other ways of growing professionally. Recently, a group of young engineers that I work with decided to take the certification test. They were also joined by a few senior engineers motivated by the younger group. I met with them several times when they were preparing for the test. I reminded them that taking the test is not like running a race—it’s more like achieving a goal. So, if you don’t pass the first time, there’s no shame in going back and taking the test again and again. And again, until you
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Alliance Sensors Announces Distributor Partnership pass. Afterward, while they all agreed that taking the test was no walk in the park, most of them passed the test. The one thing that impressed me the most was that one of the fellows who didn’t pass the test went ahead and re-took the test almost immediately. And he passed it. I don’t know who was more proud. At the end of the day, it’s really up to us—on an individual level—to take the next step. If you haven’t gotten your certification, look into it. Get started by preparing to take the test. Don’t assume that just because you’ve been in fluid power for years you’re going to breeze through the test. It takes hard work and substantial preparation. But there is a light at the end of the tunnel, and the rewards of getting certified are real. You probably won’t become the next CEO of your company, but the CEO will surely look at you differently. So, too, will your customers and colleagues see you in a different professional light.
Ë Alliance Sensors Group announced a partnership with Marposs Corp. as a North American distributor for dimensional gauging probes and pencil probes. Marposs is a family-owned and operated business founded in Italy, and over the past 12 years, it has developed a complete line of analog and digital output dimensional gauging probes and accessories. The partnership allows Alliance Sensors to offer, in conjunction with its other linear and rotary sensing technologies, the Marposs product line of digital and analog probes. www.alliancesensors.com News continued on page 14
Certification adds a third dimension to your portfolio; education and experience are the other two. For those of you who have been certified, I urge you to promote the certification process as a positive experience for both the employer and the employee—not as a competitive challenge. This will simply drive people away. As the industry continues to move forward in areas like energy recovery, energy-efficient systems, alternative energy, smart components, etc., the certification process will become increasingly beneficial and integral to our professional growth. With all of these fast-paced developments, I ask: Can you really afford not to be certified? About the Author Bert Martinez, CFPE, CMfgE, has 44 years of experience in hydraulic cartridge valves, integrated circuits, and electrohydraulics. He currently works in marketing/engineering for Sun Hydraulics. Circle 155
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Critical safety information can now be found in every IFPS study manual. For additional safety education, an archived online presentation, “In the Line of Fire: Cause and Dangers of Fluid Injection Injuries,” presented by Dan Helgerson, CFPAI, is available to the public, as well as a four (4)-page general safety document, “Safety is Everyone’s Responsibility.” All of these safety resources can be found at www.ifps.org.
The “Know Before You Go” theory is vital to receiving proper treatment, so the IFPS has issued Injection Injury Safety Cards to all of its members and certified non-members. The safety cards provide you with five critical pieces of information for doctors and emergency medical
The information expressed above is not medical advice or a substitute for a professional medical opinion. The International Fluid Power Society (IFPS) provides this information for your convenience, and IFPS does not assume any liability that may arise from its use or nonuse. IFPS does not verify that this information is valid, current, or suitable for any situation. Consult a medical professional immediately in the event of an emergency.
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Five Tools That Will Help You Survive—and Lead Your Tribe to Success—in the Concrete Jungle Create a reliable map to use while leading your tribe through the challenging landscape of the modern global economy By Coach Micheal J. Burt and Colby B. Jubenville
‰ Odds are, you’ve watched one of the many popular survival shows. You know the type: A host (or in some cases, a group of people) is dropped into the wilderness far from civilization with only the clothes on his back and perhaps a few other items. Then, it’s up to him to survive until he can reach safety. Along the way, viewers are amazed by the tools he fashions to make survival possible: a fire-starting bow drill made of sticks, a fishing line made of shoelaces and a thorn, a water container made from a cactus or gourd, a “frying pan” made from a rock, and shelters made from trees, leaves, and vines (or even snow!), just to name a few.
So, what on earth do business leaders have in common with these enterprising survival show hosts? As a leader, it can often feel like you’ve been dropped in the middle of an inhospitable environment (better known as the global economy) with a similar lack of ready-made tools… and as an added challenge, you must get not only yourself, but your whole tribe, to safety. The good news is that a few simple tools will help you to create a map that will successfully guide your organization through the concrete jungle. You’ll have to be a certain type of leader to plot a safe course forward—specifically, a Zebra and Cheetah (or Z&C) Leader.
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When your tribe is trekking through the concrete jungle, everyone must share a dominant focus. A dominant focus is more than just what your company does or the outcomes it wants to achieve; it encapsulates what drives you, what your core purpose is, and what you’re passionate about. Without that focus, tribe members will jump from one thing to another, seldom (if ever) being truly productive. While their intentions may be as good as gold, a lack of understanding and/or unity in their efforts (as well as a lack of a common passion) will lead to scattered results at best. Here’s an example of what infusing your tribe with focus and emotion looks like in action. A Z&C Leader will roll out several activities that keep the focus—let’s say being the best service provider in the area—alive and emotionally connected to each team member. This leader might hold Monday morning meetings focused on lead indicators answering how the organization is going to attract business that week. On Wednesdays, the leader could provide one hour of education focused on growing the model. And on Fridays, he or she might do an “autopsy” of what worked and what didn’t—this forces people in the jungle to formulate a plan of attack regarding how to kill something and bring it back to the tribe. To make sure employees stayed emotionally connected, I would advise the leader to hold celebrations at certain sales milestones.
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We live in a goal-obsessed society. So why, then, do we end up lowering so many of those goals… or not achieving them at all? The reason is simple: Randomly set goals rarely work because they don’t have emotional staying power. In other words, our follow-through is vulnerable to external variables, moods, or momentary circumstances. Good goals have four components: They should be clear, specific, measurable, and linked to your organization’s dominant focus. Clear, specific, measurable goals work because we can break them down into quarterly, monthly, weekly, and daily increments of progress. More important, they are explicitly connected to a dominant focus—again, that’s your organi-
zation’s passionate purpose. This helps both managers and subordinates organize their efforts toward daily activities that concentrate on things like sales processes and customer service activities, which are systematically connected to organizations’ dreams. Because they’re loaded with an emotional pull, these good goals allow people to do more of the things they want to do and less of the things they feel forced to do.
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The simple fact is that people play harder when there’s a scoreboard, when—eventually—a clear winner and a clear loser will emerge. You can build an organizational scoreboard using these guidelines: 1. Determine past performances. (What did each person do over the last 12-month cycle?) 2. Identify market variables. (How much growth is possible for each person to achieve in her/his specific marketplace?)
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When you set up your scoreboard, be sure to clearly reassure tribe members that they are not competing against one another; instead, remind them that they’re competing against their own potentials. This will spawn positive peer pressure instead of cutthroat competition and will also make sure that low performers are no longer able to hide in the middle of the pack, taking valuable resources but not contributing to the tribe’s survival.
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If the low performers your scoreboard helps you identify won’t or can’t improve, it’s a Z&C Leader’s responsibility to move them out of the organization. That’s the easy (if not always pleasant) part. What will take much more of your time, energy, and passion is coaching your remaining tribe members up—helping the mediocre become good and the good become great. This isn’t only about providing continuing education and teaching technical skills—though those things certainly are components of coaching up. Leaders must compensate tribe members fairly, let them know it’s safe to be creative and innovative, treat them kindly, and assure them that their work is making a positive impact as well as building a legacy they can be proud of. When all of these areas are being satisfactorily addressed, you’ll have built a tribe in which everyone is passionate, motivated, and productive. Throw in th
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Newsflash: People aren’t robots. Yes, your tribe will be excited once they see how quickly and effectively you’re moving through the concrete jungle…but eventually, their enthusiasm will reach a lull. Even though they may be committed to your organization’s dominant focus, many of your people simply aren’t accustomed to producing at high levels for prolonged periods of time. That’s why Z&C Leaders keep their tribes fresh by throwing thunderbolts: unexpected jolts to the group that renew energy or pull everyone out of the doldrums. Thunderbolts might take the form of an unexpected but dynamic guest speaker, a highintensity meeting, an unanticipated bonus or incentive from the leader, a company-wide rally, or any other surprise event that catches the tribe unaware. Based on our observations, weariness and complacency tend to creep in around the sixth or seventh month of every cycle. Just make sure you’re throwing thunderbolts to stir emotions and stoke energy—not to make yourself more popular. Yes, the concrete jungle is an organic place where the winds of change, failure, success, and opportunity are always present and blow upon all of us. But if you have tools that allow you to harness the power of human capital, the odds will be stacked in your favor as you chart a course toward your dominant focus. About the Authors Coach Micheal Burt and Colby B. Jubenville, PhD, are the coauthors of Zebras & Cheetahs: Look Different and Stay Agile to Survive the Business Jungle. You can visit them at www.coachburt.com and www. redherringinc.com. The book (Wiley, 2013, ISBN: 9781-1186318-0-5, $25.00, www.zebrasandcheetahs.com) is available at bookstores nationwide or on www.wiley.com.
Minnesota West Fluid Power Technology Student Awarded IFPS Past Presidents’ Scholarship
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The Granite Falls campus of Minnesota West Community & Technical College announced that second-year Fluid Power Technology student Lyle Sathoff of Armstrong, Iowa, was awarded a scholarship in the amount of $6,037.56 by the 34 past presidents of International Fluid Power Society’s MinneapolisSt. Paul Chapter #5. The past presidents and the companies they worked for were solicited for contributions to help fund this scholarship. George Beniek and Travis DeBoer awarded the scholarship to Sathoff on May 8, 2013. Beniek, who is a former president of the chapter, is retired from Eaton Corp and was responsible for organizing the scholarship. DeBoer, the current chapter president, is employed by Eaton Corp. The Past Presidents’ Scholarship offers a full year of tuition reimbursement to a second-year student dedicated to the fluid power industry. Lyle Sathoff graduated from the Fluid Power Technology program in May and has accepted employment at AGCO, a major agricultural equipment manufacturer in Jackson, Minn.
Lyle Sathoff (center) accepts the Past Presidents’ Scholarship from Travis DeBoer (left) and George Beniek (right).
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Sync-Lok – Rebranding to a New Name ‰ Sync-Lok, Inc.® was founded from the original Safelok –USA, Inc., which was formed in 1998 as a manufacturer and supplier of high-quality tube fittings, instrument valves, and manifolds. The company rebranded because the name “Safelok,” which is currently being used in varying forms by a variety of companies from China to Europe in the tube fitting and valve industry, started creating confusion and made it impossible to register as a trademark. In February 2012, the company registered the name Sync-Lok, Inc.®, and in July 2012, the company launched its new name and reinforced its presence in the instrumentation market at the Houston OTC show with some of its new products. Sync-Lok, Inc.® is an independent company located in Maryland, which has, over the years, developed and extended the range of its product offerings to meet market demands. Quality of product has always been the prime mover for the company. Maintaining the same high standards of material and manufacture and with a TQM policy in place, the company is positioned to expand even further. The company’s philosophy of selling its products only through appointed distributors, which has been in place since 1998, has stood strong, and all distributors are excited about the future of the company. The new name, together with a new logo, will be “Moving Forward in a Positive Way” to serve the market well into the future. With more than 35 years of experience in the tube fitting and instrument valve industry worldwide, Sync-Lok, Inc.® is committed to serving the chemical, process, hydrocarbons, pharmaceutical, and engineering industries throughout the United States and internationally. For more information, visit www.sync-lok.com.
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2013 Fluid Power Systems Conference November 19-21, 2013 • Doubletree Hotel, Rosemont, IL Hosted by the International Fluid Power Society (IFPS), the FPDA Motion and Control Network (FPDA), and the National Fluid Power Association (NFPA)
Reliable and Efficient Hydraulics and Pneumatics for Today and Tomorrow Fluid power (hydraulics and pneumatics) is used in dozens of industries and hundreds of applications to precisely control the movement of machinery and material. Yet many engineers and technicians working in those industries do not fully understand the design concepts critical to developing efficient fluid power systems and the diagnostic and maintenance techniques essential to keeping those systems operating at peak efficiency. These concepts and techniques can result in significant energy and cost savings for companies that use hydraulics or pneumatics, as well as for the customers they serve, making fluid power a more competitive technology choice. To help companies take advantage of these opportunities, three leading fluid power organizations— the International Fluid Power Society, the FPDA Motion and Control Network, and the National Fluid Power Association—will be hosting an educational conference at the Doubletree Hotel in Rosemont, IL on November 19-21, 2013. Professionals responsible for designing and/or maintaining hydraulic and pneumatic systems in industrial settings or mobile applications should plan to attend.
The conference will offer: ● Design workshops to communicate why energy efficiency and reliability are increasingly a concern of machine builders and the role of fluid power in meeting those needs and balancing cost issues; ●
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Facilitated roundtable discussions, where peers can share specific challenges associated with their industry and applications, learn about fluid power standards, best practices in building efficient and reliable fluid power systems, and the future of fluid power;
Networking events, including the Innovation Showcase, to help participating engineers and technicians engage with technology providers from fluid power manufacturing and distribution companies to learn the newest, cutting edge developments in energy efficient and reliable developments in hydraulics and pneumatics.
For all the details and how to register, go to www.nfpa.com/Events/FPSC.htm. Circle 168
‰ economic report
Global Manufacturing Update
Global Market Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Indices
By Chad Moutray, Chief Economist, National Association of Manufacturers
‰ July 12, 2013 – The global manufacturing economy is growing, but just barely, with Europe’s recession and China’s slower growth weighing heavily on demand. The JPMorgan Global Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) was unchanged at 50.6 between May and June, only slightly above the threshold of 50, which signifies expansion in the sector. Of the top 10 markets for U.S.-manufactured goods, five have economies that are growing and five are contracting. As such, we are seeing
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worldwide an environment that is not unlike what is occurring in the United States right now, with weakness in new orders, particularly overseas, dragging other measures of manufacturing activity lower. The U.S. trade deficit widened in May, as imports increased and exports declined. Weaknesses abroad have lessened the demand for U.S. products. So far in 2013, manufactured exports have been growing at an extremely disappointing rate of just 1%. This compares to 2012’s 5.5% growth, and it is well below the 15% increase needed to double exports by 2015. The challenging foreign sales climate is one of the main reasons that we have not seen any substantive momentum among manufacturers in the United States recently on new orders, output, and other activity measures. For instance, industrial production for manufacturing has risen only 1.7% over the past 12 months, the Institute for Supply Management’s PMI stood at just 50.9 in June, and manufacturers have shed workers in each of the past four months.
months. Moreover, this softness has spread to many other Asian nations as well, with the exception of Japan. Closer to home, our two largest trading partners, Canada and Mexico, have seen their growth rates slow, even as both continue to expand overall. Measures of economic activity have improved in Canada, including employment, retail sales, and output. Nonetheless, the U.S. exports to Canada have eased
during the first six months of 2013 relative to the same time frame in 2012. A similar finding could be made about Mexico, which has seen its real GDP growth rates decelerate more recently and industrial production slow. Fewer exports have helped to drag its HSBC Manufacturing PMI lower in June, with weaker sales and production data. Excerpt reprinted with permission. For the full report, visit www.nam.org.
The global manufacturing economy is growing, but just barely, with Europe’s recession and China’s slower growth weighing heavily on demand. Behind these export figures, we see weaknesses in both Europe and Asia. Greece received another bailout earlier in the week, and Portugal’s political turmoil has heightened the risks that it will need more assistance in the near future. Both are yet another reminder that Europe’s problems are far from over. Indeed, the Markit Eurozone Manufacturing PMI has now contracted for 23 straight months. Even with some recent upticks in retail sales and confidence surveys, many key measures remain in negative territory. Meanwhile, the Chinese economy also appears to be decelerating, with real GDP expected to decline from 7.7% in the first quarter to 7.5% in the second when new data are released. The HSBC China Manufacturing PMI has contracted for two consecutive
The National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) represents small and large manufacturers in every industrial sector and in all 50 states. For more information, visit www.nam.org. Circle 171
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‰ Technology Focus
Hydraulic Solution
The inherent weight of compact power pack and proportional valves is comparatively low. A crane is not generally necessary for installation in the nacelle.
Boosts Cost Efficiency and Extends Life Span of Wind Power Plants
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lthough hydraulic controls for wind power plants represent a relatively small proportion of the procurement costs compared with other components of a wind power plant, they have a crucial influence on expensive parts of plants. The rotor brakes, for instance, can be controlled very sensitively by hydraulic means, thereby protecting the gearbox, tower, and the foundation and rotor blade from being exposed to high levels of stress. This increases the life span of these expensive elements. Hydraulic components offer additional cost efficiency when they are intelligently interconnected, configured to facilitate service and maintenance, and are made of robust material. Uncomplicated control systems that are perfectly tailored to the particular application can be implemented with HAWE Hydraulics’ products, which are based on a modular system. The philosophy of “one module per hydraulic function” is not only the basis for cost-effective controls, but offers considerable flexibility for the spatial arrangement of the components. Depending on requirements, the modules for the hydraulic functions are either mounted directly on a power pack or – if a decentralized configuration is more practical and there is sufficient space – they are distributed between several power packs. Hydraulic functions that are featured in individual modules include rotor brake, azimuth brake, pitch adjustment, rotor blocking, nacelle roof opening, or the controls for permanently installed on-board handling cranes. The modular construction offers enormous time and cost savings if the control is subsequently modified
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or if redundant functions are added. To do this, there is no need to modify or redesign the basic block on the power pack. All that is required is to adapt the functional module. In the event of a fault, the module causing the problem can be easily identified. If it needs to be exchanged, this merely involves unscrewing four bolts and, if necessary, disconnecting the electrical connections. Time-consuming dismantling of hydraulic connections to the hydro consumers is not necessary. HAWE Hydraulics uses compact power packs for the pressurized fluid supply. These units live up to their name, requiring little space even with attachments mounted. The housing of the units doubles as the tank. This accommodates the oil-submerged motor and the feed pump in the form of a ruggedly built radial piston pump, which is constructed directly onto the motor shaft. This eliminates the need for a coupling, and the efficiency of the motor-pump combination is also improved. Furthermore, the larger cooling capacity of the hydraulic fluid compared with air cooling makes it possible to use a motor with considerably lower-rated power and smaller dimensions than a standard air-cooled motor. This also reduces energy losses when starting up. In addition, the oil-submerged design allows the housing dimensions, tank volumes, and oil requirement to be reduced to a minimum. The compact power pack type KA is especially well suited for wind power plants. It provides a usable filling volume of two liters, which can be increased up to eleven liters with optional tank extensions. If the unit is used to supply several functions, the type KA4 is
recommended because it has a usable filling volume of up to 25 liters. The compact power pack allows oil to be supplied at a pressure of up to 700 bar. It is available with all customary voltages (including 690V) and network frequencies. Depending on the arrangement of the hydraulic components and the space available in the nacelle, the unit is installed either horizontally or vertically. In environments with large temperature variations and/or high air humidity, it is advisable to equip the power pack with a silica gel filter to protect the oil against condensation. This is particularly important in the case of “cold-climate� variants. Directional-seated valves from HAWE Hydraulics are of particular interest for the brakes and the pitch drive. They offer a high level of security since they are leak-free and thus reliably maintain the operating pressure. In accordance with the safety specifications of German Lloyd, the hydraulic unit in a wind energy plant must be able to maintain the operating pressure at a constant level for at least six hours and up to seven days if this pressure is used to operate an active brake. With its compact power packs and leak-free directional-seated valves, the hydraulics specialist can verifiably meet this requirement. For wind power plant controls, HAWE Hydraulics uses zero-leak, seated valves similarly used for critical and safety-relevant clamping functions on machine tools. Without the use of seated valves, a larger pressure accumulator and pump unit would be necessary to properly maintain the operating pressure, due to leakage by spool valves and inadequate tightness of low-cost seat valves. The brake module with 3-way pressure control valve type CLK and integrated pressure-reducing functions is particularly well suited for the rotor brake, as well as small wind power plants up to 30 kW. This valve type is also included in the line of zeroleak seated valves and was developed for pressures up to 380 bar max. with pump pressures reaching 500 bar max. Volume flows of up to 22 l/min. are also possible. HAWE Hydraulics manufactures all pressurized parts from steel, which gives these components both strength and resilience. Since they are also designed for higher pressures, uncommonly found in wind power plants, the hydraulic controls are extremely reliable and durable in service.
Left: Brake module with leakage-free 3-way pressure-reducing valve type CLK or CDK. Right: Compact power pack type KA: The drive motor and the radial piston pump can be seen inside.
About HAWE Hydraulics North America: Since 1997, HAWE Hydraulics is a supplier of sophisticated controls to the mobile and industrial markets in North America. Based in Charlotte, N.C., the company offers application engineering, sales and service, after-sales support, and over two million dollars of product in inventory. Headquartered in Munich Germany, HAWE Hydraulik is an ISO 9001:2000 certified international supplier with a strong focus on rapidly developing niche markets. Circle 172
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Miniature Pneumatic Products Catalog
GYSE All-in-one displacement transducer
Clippard Instrument Laboratory, Inc. {Circle 223}
EXSENCO, LLC {Circle 224}
Clippard, a manufacturer of the most complete line of miniature pneumatic products, offers a 356-page full product line catalog with technical information, product applications, and more. It includes features, specifications, photographs, and technical drawings for over 5,000 standard products. It's your complete source for miniature fluid power products. Request your free copy today! Clippard Instrument Laboratory, Inc. 7390 Colerain Avenue Cincinnati, OH 45239 877-245-6247 www.clippard.com/literature
A10V Piston Pumps FluiDyne Fluid Power {Circle 225}
FluiDyne Fluid Power provides replacement A10V Piston pumps to distributors and OEMs all around the world. These high quality pumps come with a full range of options including seals, mountings, shafts, compensators, thru-drives, etc. Our customer service team provides what you want, when you need it. Most pumps ship same day or next. Give our Customer Service Team a call to assist you with your hydraulic needs! FluiDyne Fluid Power 586.296.7200 sales@fluidynefp.com www.fluidynefp.com
In U.S: EXSENCO, LLC www.exsenco.com info@exsenco.com
haskel pneumatic pump ecatalog / selector program haskel international, llc. {Circle 226}
The NEW pump selection program features the entire selection of Haskel pneumatically driven pumps. An easy to use Pump Selection Wizard calculates pump selections from user input, displays complete specifications, and can also provide side by side pump comparisons. An RFQ Cart is provided for users to easily forward requests for quotes to Haskel. Access the tool at www.haskel.com or http://liquidpumpcatalog.haskel.com.
Compressed Air Filtration
Hydraulic Flanges and Components
La-Man Corporation {Circle 227}
Main Manufacturing Products {Circle 228}
Brochure offers a comprehensive overview of the company’s complete line of compressed air filtration products. Highlighted is the patented family of Extractor/Dryers. These two-stage, point of use filters remove contaminates to a 5-micron rating with flow ranges of 15 to 2,000 scfm. Additional products available include the SuperStar Membrane Dryer, .01 Micron Filter, Refrigerated Extractor/ Dryer, and much more. La-Man Corporation (800) 348-2463 www.laman.com
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GY Series are high quality highly accurate and non-contact displacement transducers by SANTEST. GYSE all-in-one is now introduced with positional accuracy of up to 1μm. Analog, SSI, incremetal outputs are available. Improved signal jitter of +/-1.5μm. IP67 Protection.
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Catalog includes the 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 Reference Guide” helps specify less popular items often stocked or quickly manufactured at our US plant. MAIN Manufacturing Products, Inc. Grand Blanc, MI (800) 521-7918; FAX: (810) 953-1385 E-mail: info@mainmfg.com Web: www.mainmfg.com/fpj
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Genuine Metaris PTO Catalog
Corrosion Resistant Window Sights
Metaris {Circle 229}
OIl-Rite Corporation {Circle 230}
We stock a variety of replacement PTOs (Power Take-offs) available in both Standard and Heavy Duty Configurations. Cast iron construction, heavy duty output bearings & oversized assembly bolts provide durability and reliability. With several mounting flange and shifter options, our high quality PTOs offer versatility and ease of installation. Our PTOs are functional replacements for common OEM PTOs in the market today. To view our catalog visit www.metaris.com/literature.php
Stainless steel is resistant to corrosion, rust, and staining. It maintains its appearance over long periods and minimizes unwanted bonding between parts. Sight glasses enable viewing inside a reservoir, hydraulic line, or machine compartment. Oil-Rite offers 303 stainless steel window sights with straight or NPT threads. Detailed item information is available online at www.oilrite.com. Made in the USA. Oil-Rite Corporation (920) 682-6173 sales@oilrite.com www.oilrite.com
Metaris – A Hydraulex Global Company Tel: 1-800-962-2703 Email: sales@metarisusa.com www.metaris.com
Company Overview
Hydraulic & Lube Filtration Catalog
Rotor Clip Company, Inc. {Circle 231}
Schroeder industries {Circle 232}
Rotor Clip's company overview is the perfect first impression of all Rotor Clip has to offer, in a condensed and easily readable format. It briefly details the most important aspects of the main catalogue without going too heavily into engineering specifications. We recommend it as a reference guide to the leading manufacturer of retaining rings, hose clamps, and wave springs.
Schroeder Industries, an ISO 9001: 2008 certified company, designs, manufactures and markets a complete range of Advanced Fluid Conditioning Solutions™. Our Hydraulic & Lubrication Catalog features exceptional quality filtration products: a complete range of filter assembly types up to 6,500 psi, elements and accessories. For a PDF version, please visit our website at: www.schroederindustries.com
Rotor Clip Company, Inc. Toll Free: 1-800-557-6867 Fax: +1-732-469-7898 www.rotorclip.com
580 West Park Road Leetsdale, PA 15056-1025 Phone: 1.800.722.4810 • Fax: 724.318.1200 Web: www.schroederindustries.com
Hydraulic Live Swivels Catalog
Level & Flow Sensors Buyer's Guide
Super Swivels {Circle 233}
Thomas Products LTD. {Circle 234}
Inline and 90˚ hydraulic live swivels. Available in sizes from 1/8" to 2-1/2", rated to 10,000 PSI, heat treated, superior quality alloy steel, chrome or stainless steel ball bearings, withstands heavy side loads, burnished (micro smooth) barrel bores, Viton®, Aflas®, or Teflon® encapsulated seals, zinc or nickel plated, available in 440 stainless steel, full flow - low pressure drop, rebuilding kits available. Super Swivels Phone: (763) 784-5531, Fax: (763) 784-7423, Website: www.superswivels.com
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Our level & flow sensor Buyer’s Guide contains an easy to follow format with all specifications for each model. Contact our sales team to learn how we can customize any of our products to work with your tanks, brackets, supports, etc., our team will work with you to provide a complete assembly ready to install. Distributor Enquiries Welcome Thomas Products LTD. 800.666.9101 860.621.9101 ThomasProd.com
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TOBUL INTRODUCES NEW BROCHURE
HOSE, TUBE & PIPE CLEANING & SEALING and AIR PURIFICATION PRODUCTS
TOBUL {Circle 235}
Tobul, the leading manufacturer of hydraulic accumulators introduces its latest SEAsure™ depth compensator brochure; which lists the features, specification, and ordering information in an easy-to-read format. Tobul’s SEAsure™ depth compensator is specifically designed for subsea drilling/ production applications that demand high PUT THE strength performance and resistance to PRESSURE ON US… seawater. Tobul has manufactured quality accumulators since 1980. Their full line of piston and bladder accumulators are sold into a variety of onshore, offshore, and subsea applications in the oil & gas industry. The SEAsure™ depth compensator brochure can be obtained by calling (803) 245-5111, or by email at tobulmail@tobul.com ACCUMULATORS FOR OFFSHORE DRILLING/PRODUCTION
• Subsea applications
• Seamless non-welded design • ASME “U” Stamped
• Easy Access – Top Repairable • Alternative to Nickel Plating, Epoxy and Phenolic Coating
Tobul’s SEAsure™ depth compensator is specifically designed for offshore drilling/production applications that demand high strength performance and resistance to seawater. The SEAsure™ depth compensator utilizes undersea pressure to compensate for installation depth by allowing seawater into the fluid port. The incoming seawater applies pressure to the internal bladder (filled with liquid), which is discharged through the transfer coupling (connection block) to the POD. Tobul Accumulators are an integral part of the control and operation of subsea drilling/production systems; and are used to ensure sufficient hydraulic power is available to activate hydraulic actuators and motors, electro-hydraulic control POD’s, blowout preventers (BOP’s), and gate valves for flow control of oil & gas to the surface or other subsea locations. Tobul designs and produces accumulators with high strength alloys & proprietary compounds for extreme duty, superior performance, reliability and longer service life.
CONTACT US TODAY! 800.245.4167 sales@tobul.com
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Ultra Clean Technologies {Circle 236}
Request our catalog for the latest information on our products. Our CLEAN EASY products strip out internal contamination from hose/ tube assemblies for superior results. SEAL EASY features Clean Seal System machines and Clean Seal Capsules to protect cleaned hose/tube assemblies using a unique heatshrink method. We’ve added shorter capsules specifically for angled/elbow fittings (i.e.: 45° and 90° angle/elbow fittings). BREATHE EASY includes a full line of Desiccant Breathers to filter contaminants and remove corrosive water vapor from air. Benefits all Heavy Duty Markets, including Construction, Mining, Marine, Offshore, Hose & Tube Assembly.
Hydraulic Fittings and Tubings
YOUR CYLINDER SOURCE
World Wide Metric Inc. {Circle 237}
The 288-page general catalog features a range of metric and industrial fittings / tubing. Providing information on DIN2353, SAE J514, BSI 5200 adaptors and nonreturn valves, as well as metric steel and stainless hydraulic tubes including DIN2391, DIN2445, and ASTM A269 standards. All steel fittings and tubes are available with Chromium VI Free (CR6Free) plating. Stainless tubes are available with a polished and unpolished finish. This catalog features the B4 ring, a six-point sealing compression ring interchangeable with DIN2353 fittings. 855-CALL WWM (855.225.5996) www.worldwidemetric.com sales@worldwidemetric.com
EX Series Planetary Gearbox
Yates Industries, Inc. {Circle 238}
All Designs, All Sizes, One Result. Yates Cylinders – an ISO-9001:2008 company with facilities in Michigan and Alabama – is your top-quality supplier for all cylinder applications. Hydraulic, pneumatic, NFPA, millgrade, or custom engineering – you name it, Yates can handle it. Complete catalog available. We also maintain an unmatched repair program used by the biggest names in the American Industry. www.yatesind.com Yates Industries, Inc. 23050 Industrial Dr. E. St. Clair Shores, MI 48080 ph 586.778.7680 fax 586.778.6565
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Yates Industries South, LLC. 55 Refreshment Place Decatur, AL 35601 ph 256.351.8081 fax 256.351.8571
Filtration, Manifolds, Valves, & Accessories
Young Powertech, Inc. {Circle 239}
As the new Exclusive Partner of STM for North America, we are able to introduce the Efficient, Durable and Energy Efficient EX Series Planetary Gearbox. With torques ranging from 1000nm to 85,000. The STM EX Planetary Gearbox is ideal for many applications including Marine, Mobile and Fixed. Features Include: • Ratios from 1:3.5 up to 1:2500 • Torques range from 1000nm to 85,000nm • Suitable for continuous, reversing and intermittent operation • high torque in relation to size • compact design • can be installed in any mounting position 888-465-3561 • ATEX Certified info@youngpowertech.com • High Radial Load www.youngpowertech.com • Low noise levels
Ultra Clean Technologies 1274 Highway 77 Bridgeton, NJ 08302 U.S.A. www.ultracleantech.com
Zinga Industries Inc. {Circle 240}
Zinga Industries is a leading manufacturer of mobile hydraulic oil filters, tank accessories, and manifolds. From 5 PSI to 6000 PSI, tank top or spin-on, we have a filtration product to meet your needs. Hydraulic manifolds are custom designed for your specific application. Tank accessories are the best available, and standard equipment with major OEM’s. We are an ISO registered company, celebrating 35 years in the hydraulic filtration Industry (1976 -2011). www.zinga.com
FPEF news
Support Education with the FPEF Who are we? A 501(c)(3), the Fluid Power Educational Foundation (FPEF) implemented a program to develop and support a network of schools with a strong focus on fluid power through curriculum guidance, assistance in acquiring hardware, and scholarship offerings. At the direction of a small but dedicated volunteer Board of Trustees, the FPEF continues to seek ways to assist students and professionals in becoming well-educated fluid power industry specifiers, manufacturers, educators, and customers. With the assistance of industry, associations, and individuals, the Foundation acts to improve the presence and application of fluid power in a technologically advanced world.
What do we do? The FPEF actively pursues funding for both its own educational initiatives as well as related opportunities for students and professionals in the fluid power industry. It constantly searches for opportunities that have content related to the study of fluid power and its associated technologies, including mathematics, science, and motion control. FPEF encourages workers to enter the field of fluid power, and to do so with the best and most up-to-date educational background possible. If you would like FPEF to list your organization’s internship opportunities or scholarships, please email info@fpef.org.
Who benefits? Students. Careers in fluid power are exciting, challenging, and rewarding. By connecting students with these opportunities, the Foundation positively impacts lives and livelihoods. Educational institutions. Universities, technical colleges, high schools, and middle schools provide access to the young people who will become the professionals of tomorrow. The fluid power industry. With better-educated individuals entering the workforce, the fluid power industry will be an excellent solution for years to come!
How can you help? Take the opportunity today to help support education in the field of fluid power and its associated technologies in motion control. FPEF welcomes donations from individuals, companies, and associations. Donation methods available include online, by mail, and by fax. A memorial contribution honoring someone, either today or in the past, is also welcomed. Visit www.fpef.org or call 856-424-8998. If you plan to attend a science fair, career fair, or any other industry fair that promotes science, math, and/or fluid power technology, please visit the resource page of www.fpef.org.
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ifps news Certification designations Available ‰ CFPAI Certified Fluid Power Accredited Instructor
‰ CFPAJPP Certified Fluid Power Authorized Job Performance Proctor
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2013 IFPS Web Seminars Visit www.ifps.org to register or call 800-308-6005. IFPS Members: Free • Non-members: $40.00
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September 13, 2013 “Task and Outcome - Industrial Hydraulic Technician” 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Eastern Presented by: Stephen West, CFPAI, Ivy Technical Community College October 17, 2013 “Beat the Leak: Best Practice Approach to Becoming Connector and Conductor Certified” 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Eastern Presented by: Gwyn O’Kane, CFPAI/AJPPCC, Pirtek USA The IFPS Connector and Conductor (C&C) certification defines professional standards for those involved in the construction, installation, and maintenance of fluid power systems. Learn the best approach for becoming a CFPCC professional. Topics covered: • Overview of C&C certification • Introduction to the study manual • Recommendations on preparing for the tests • Value of becoming C&C certified November 7, 2013 “Task and Outcome - Pneumatic Specialist” 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Presented by: Bill Hotchkiss, CFPAI, SunSource December 4, 2013 “Slip-In Cartridge Valves” 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Eastern Presented by: Jim Lane, CFPAI, Motion Industries, Inc. Poppet-type, commonly called Slip-In or DIN, valves have been used in hydraulic systems for many years. They are commonly known as two-port check valves. In this form, they serve as a one-way valve, allowing free flow in one direction while blocking flow in the reverse direction. With some refinements, these valves can be controlled to overcome the normal blocking action, thereby allowing control of flow in both directions. This is the basis of the
control concept known as “cartridge valves.” This web seminar will discuss the sizing and applications of directional, pressure, and flow control slip-in cartridge valves. It will also discuss the manifolds required when applying these components in a modern industrial or mobile hydraulic system. View archives at www.ifps.org
Members Only Archived Energy-Saving Web Seminars “Watts It All About? The Use and Misuse of Energy in Fluid Power Systems" “Energy Savings in Pneumatic Systems” “Designing and Building a Machine for Energy Conservation” Archived Hydraulics Web Seminars "Accumulators in Hydraulic Systems" "Pumps, Controls, and Where To Set The Relief" "Hydro-Mechanical vs. Electro-Hydraulic Solutions" "Load-Sensing Valves in Mobile Hydraulic Systems" "Hydraulic Pump Modeling for Application Engineers" "What Is The Difference Between PSIA and PSIG?" "Controller Area Network (CANBUS) For Electro-hydraulic Systems" Archived Pneumatics Web Seminars "Vacuum Basic Concepts" "Pneumatic Filtration" “Task and Outcome – Pneumatic Specialist” Archived System Design Web Seminars “Rules of Thumb - Thumbs Down” Archived Safety “In the Line of Fire: Cause and Dangers of Fluid Injection Injuries” – Available to public Archived Task and Outcome Web Seminars "Hydraulic Specialist" Other "Advantages of IFPS Chapter Involvement"
Certified Fluid Power Specialist (Must Obtain CFPHS, CFPPS)
‰ CFPHS Certified Fluid Power Hydraulic Specialist
‰ CFPPS Certified Fluid Power Pneumatic Specialist
‰ CFPECS Electronic Controls Specialist
‰ CFPMEC – in development Mobile Electronic Controls ‰ CFPIEC – in development Industrial Electronic Controls ‰ CFPMT Certified Fluid Power Master Technician (Must Obtain CFPIHT, CFPMHT, & CFPPT)
‰ CFPIHT Certified Fluid Power Industrial Hydraulic Technician
‰ CFPMHT Certified Fluid Power Mobile Hydraulic Technician
‰ CFPPT Certified Fluid Power Pneumatic Technician
‰ CFPMM Certified Fluid Power Master Mechanic (Must Obtain CFPIHM, CFPMHM, & CFPPM)
‰ CFPIHM Certified Fluid Power Industrial Hydraulic Mechanic
‰ CFPMHM Certified Fluid Power Mobile Hydraulic Mechanic
‰ CFPPM Certified Fluid Power Pneumatic Mechanic
‰ CFPMIH Certified Fluid Power Master of Industrial Hydraulics (Must Obtain CFPIHM, CFPIHT, & CFPCC)
‰ CFPMMH Certified Fluid Power Master of Mobile Hydraulics (Must Obtain CFPMHM, CFPMHT, & CFPCC)
‰ CFPMIP Certified Fluid Power Master of Industrial Pneumatics (Must Obtain CFPPM, CFPPT, & CFPCC)
‰ CFPCC Certified Fluid Power Connector & Conductor
‰ CFPSD Fluid Power System Designer
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Schedule of Events Tuesday, September 24
IFPS 2013 Annual Meeting Networking with Fluid Power Professionals
‰ Join the IFPS from September 24 - 28, 2013 for the 2013 Annual Meeting at the Adam’s Mark Hotel-Buffalo, Buffalo, N.Y. Visit www.ifps.org or call 800-308-6005 for details. In addition to committee and board meetings, four optional tours are planned throughout the week as well as a technical workshop on Saturday, September 28, 2013. Optional Tours: (Tour details can be found by visiting www.ifps.org.) • Industry tour of Moog Inc. • Evening fun at the famous Anchor Bar • Niagara Falls excursion and dinner • Buffalo trolley tour Technical Workshop - Participation in this workshop contributes towards recertification professional development points and AI re-accreditation requirements. Saturday, September 28, 2013 • 8:00 am – 4:00 pm (lunch included) “Directional Controls in Fluid Power” Registration: $150.00 Presented by George Day, CFPAI, CFC-Solar, Inc. • Directional valves compared to proportional valves • Signal and feedback requirements • Open-loop and closed-loop control • Closed inner-loop control • Feedback devices and their uses
8 - 9 am Strategic Planning Committee Meeting 9 - 11:30 am Education Committee Meeting 1:30 - 4 pm *Tour of Moog Inc 6 - 7:30 pm Welcome Reception 7:30 - 10:00 pm *Trip to Anchor Bar
Wednesday, September 25
8 am - 12 pm Certification Committee Meeting 3:30 - 9:30 pm *Niagara Falls Experience Tour
Thursday, September 26
8 - 9:30 am Membership Committee Meeting 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Educational Foundation Meeting 12:30 - 1:30 pm Lunch 1:30 - 3:30 pm Marketing Committee Meeting 3:30 - 5:00 pm Finance Committee Meeting 6:30 - 9 pm Annual Dinner
Friday, September 27
8 - 11 am Board of Directors Meeting 11 am - 12 pm Strategic Planning Committee Follow Up 1 - 4 pm *City of Buffalo Trolley Tour
Saturday, September 28
8 am - 4 pm Directional Controls in Fluid Power (separate registration)
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ViVoil Flow DiViDers
Vivoil manufactures a wide variety of pumps, motors and flow dividers. The photo shows a flow divider that has 21 elements and is currently in use at a food processing plant in Italy.
9 Large range—from 0.17 to 90cc 9 Excellent precision–a maximum error rate between elements of 3% (Δ pressure < 450 psi), normal error rates under 2%. 9 Flexible—the customer chooses how many elements, inlets, etc 9 Many versions—no valve, single valve, multiple valve, external shaft, with motor, and varying displacements Distributor: ALA Industries Limited (877) 419-8536 • info@alaindustrieslimited.com www.alaindustrieslimited.com Circle 174
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Newly Certified Professionals Kyel Allmaras, HS Connector Specialists, Inc.
Christopher Bennett, HS Supreme Integrated Technology
Alireza Ansarian, HS Ensign Energy Services
Daniel James, HS Hydraquip Corporation
Humberto Cruz, HS Hydraulic Supply Company
Zaki atef Askar, PS Egyptian Pheumax Agency
Doug Johns, HS Connector Specialists, Inc.
Scott Drummond, HS Connector Specialists, Inc.
Nicholas Babbitt, HS Boots & Coots
Jeremy Heffernan, HS Connector Specialists, Inc.
Jared Patoskie, HS Hydraquip Distribution, Inc.
Ricardo Solorzano, HS Bosch Rexroth Corporation
Katherine Piepszny, HS The Walt Disney Company
Chad Waalk, HS Connector Specialists, Inc.
Dan Slama, HS Bosch Rexroth Corporation
Dawn Moyers, CC Pirtek Inland Valley
Chad Grob, HS Parker Hannifin
Rachel Weston, HS The Walt Disney Company Alex Wheelock, S, HS Connector Specialists, Inc.
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Mobile Hydraulic Mechanic (MHM) Review w/ Job Performance Test Review and testing offered through CFC-Solar, Inc. October 14-17, 2013 Fairfield, OH
• Distance Lear ning Review Sess ions offered through CFC -Solar, Inc. October classes available. • Review and tes ting offered throug h CFC-Solar, Inc. Fairfield, OH / De cember 2-3, 2013 • Review and tes ting offered throug h Eaton Corp. November 19-21, 2013 Eden Prairie, MN
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Product Spotlight Filtration, fluids & seals
Excavator Excavator Valves
Press manufactures manufactures a wide cartridge of Fluid Fluid Press a variety wide ofvariety valves and bodies. Their valves for excavators and cartridge valves and bodies. Their valves for earth moving equipment have a nominal flow of 9 to excavators earth moving equipment have a 132 gpmand and up to 6200 psi. nominal flow of 9 to 132 gpm and up to 6200 psi.
Adjustable Length Liquid Level Gages Liquid level gages allow viewing of tank contents. Oil-Rite’s proprietary design can accommodate difficult installations with up to 1/2” of variance in the distance between mounting holes. The adjustment is made by hand. No tools or disassembly required. Constructed with durable nylon. Made in the USA.
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sequence, check, flow dividers, Othercontrol, valveover-center, types consist of pressure control, flow hose break, pump unloading, shuttle, gage shut-off, control, over-center, sequence, check, flow specialty packages for excavators, custom packages dividers, hose break, pump unloading, shuttle, and many other valves (up to 80 GPM/6,000 PSI). gage shut-off, specialty packages for excavators, custom packages many other valves (up to 80 Distributor: ALAand Industries Limited Tel: (877)PSI). 419-8536 GPM/6,000 email: info@alaindustrieslimited.com Website: alaindustrieslimited.com Distributor: ALA Industries Limited
The Denison T6 and T7 high pressure hydraulic vane pumps in the C, D and E frame sizes are gaining momentum in many new applications. FluiDyne Fluid Power provides 100% form fit and function interchanges for these T6 and T7 pumps and cartridge kits. These products ship the same day from our Michigan location to anywhere in the US or Canada. Pumps and cartridge kits are available for Single, Double and Triple pump configurations. FluiDyne also released the Veljan line of M4 motors and a full range of flange mounted relief and unloading valves, such as the R5V, R5S, and R5U.
PROTECTION FOR ALL THINGS HYDRAULIC, PNEUMATIC & FLUID POWER MOCAP continues to expand its lines of protective caps and plugs by introducing over 250 NEW Sizes and Styles of plastic Caps & Plugs specifically for Metric, NPT, BSP, JIC, & SAE Threaded Connections, Ports and Fittings. This expands MOCAP’s already extensive lines of Low-Cost Caps, Plugs, Grips, Netting, Tubing and Tapes for Product Protection, Product Finishing and Masking. Most items stocked for immediate shipment. MOCAP www.mocap.com • sales@mocap.com 800.633.6775 • 314.543.4000
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Clear-VU EZ Connect™ Filter
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CYLINDER REPAIR PARTS Hercules® carries a full line of commonly used cylinder repair parts for industrial and mobile cylinders. • Mobile Cylinder Heads – threaded, threadless, and unified options • Mobile Cylinder Caps • Mobile Pistons • Mobile Mounts • Mobile Welded Mounts • Industrial Welded Mounts • Spherical Bearings • Industrial Couplings and Nuts • Split Tension Bushings, Plugs and Vents • Pre-Machined Chrome Rods
The Clear-VU EZ Connect™ is a quick connect filter that features a clear plastic housing with a color coded filter element. Push-in ends allow for quick replacement of the disposable filter without having to cut or replace the tubing. This filter is ideal for vacuum, pneumatic and fluidic applications. Call 800-781-8487 or 303781-8486 for free samples or email sales@industrialspec.com.
Broad Face Liquid Level Gages Broad Face Nylon Liquid Level Gages feature a large rectangular viewing area that is 1 ¾” across, allowing liquid level and clarity to be easily viewed from a distance. High and low level marks help indicate the fluid level. Available with centerline measurements from 3” to 36”. Made in the USA.
Hercules® Sealing Products Clearwater, Florida 33765 Phone: 888-617-6389 Fax: 800-759-6391 Online Ordering Now Available www.HerculesUS.com/fpj/products
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SEALS ON DEMAND
Protect Yourself Against Corrosion…
Hercules® Sealing Products has expanded the Seals On Demand program to include a new cut-off time, additional machines and an increased workforce to accommodate your custom seal needs. Place your custom seals order by 3:00 p.m. EST and receive it the next day, Guaranteed! Guarantee based on orders placed by 3:00 p.m. EST shipping Next Day Air. If order doesn’t ship the same day, your freight is FREE! (Standard styles and materials only. Limits on quantity, style and materials.) Visit the “Custom Seal” link on the Hercules® website (left menu bar) to receive a same day quote, or view a complete list of styles, materials and size ranges. Available styles include: Piston, rod and rotary shaft seals, wipers, back-up and guide rings in over 125 standard profiles. Custom profiles are available within a few days. For questions regarding our Same Day Seals On Demand program, please call 1-800-777-5617, or visit www.HerculesUS.com.
Stop rust on steel pipes, tubes, and fittings today with World Wide Metric’s PCS Tape. This type of maintenance free tape can be applied on new or corroded surfaces requiring minimal surface preparation. Our PCS Tape selection includes 4 different size options from 50mm - 200mm that repels against water, salt, alkalis, and acids in a multitude of applications.
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For more information contact World Wide Metric at 732-247-2300 or email us at sales@worldwidemetric.com.
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Lodar Wireless One Function Lodar now offers a one function wireless option. Turn the power ON/OFF to generators, water pumps, lights or anything that needs to be switched from a distance. The Lodar one function saves you from running expensive wiring and comes with the 5 year pro-rated warranty. Contact Wade at 888-685-6327 or email him at wade@lodar.com for more information. 200
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HYDRAULIC AND PNEUMATIC CYLINDER REPAIR SEALS Hercules® offers over 35,000 hydraulic and pneumatic inch and metric seals to meet your mobile and industrial cylinder repair needs. Product lines include: O-rings, rod seals, u-seals, wipers, backup rings, buffer seals, oil seals, piston rings, t-seals, wear rings, and vee packing for most fluid power applications including agriculture, construction, material handling, mining, logging, oil and gas, industrial and refuse. Hercules offers the widest selection of in-stock inventory, ready for next day delivery. Hercules® Sealing Products 1016 North Belcher Road, Clearwater, Florida 33765 Phone: 888-617-6389 Fax: 800-759-6391 Online Ordering Now Available 192 www.HerculesUS.com/fpj/products
Hercules® Sealing Products features industrial cylinder seal kits for major brands such as Atlas, Hydro-Line®, Miller, Ortman, Parker, Rexroth, Royal, Sheffer, Thompkins-Johnson and Vickers®. Rod seal kits can be ordered separately from piston seal kits. Also available are commonly found industrial cylinder cast iron and bronze guide bearings. Hercules® Sealing Products Clearwater, Florida 33765 Phone: 888-617-6389 Fax: 800-759-6391 Online Ordering Now Available www.HerculesUS.com/fpj/products
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HERCULES® CYLINDERS
Hercules® carries a full line of replacement seal kits for repair or re-manufacturing of all makes and types of hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders including Caterpillar®, John Deere, Komatsu®, Bobcat®, Case, Volvo, Hitachi, and many more.
Hercules® offers a complete line of Tie-Rod and Welded cylinders, designed for a variety of equipment. These cylinders feature iron piston, iron gland with drilled oil passages, honed steel tube, hightensile, hard-chrome plate-rod, iron end mounts, female clevises with pins and clips. Cylinders are constructed with an energized loaded u-seal with B lip design and metal canned wiper. Bore sizes start at 1-1/2 to 5 inches and strokes begin at 4-48 inches. Hercules® now offers a heavy duty line of double acting tie rod cylinders - The HSTR Olympus Line. This new style can handle pressures up to 3,000 psi. To view a complete list of sizes, visit the Hercules® website. Most cylinders are in-stock and ready for next day delivery! Call for special pricing on larger quantities.
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NEW LOW COST DIFFERENTIAL PRESSURE GAUGE
Stops Leaking Hydraulic LInes
Differential Pressure Plus, Inc. has introduced a new gauge to monitor filtration of natural gas. The GX-100 has a diaphragm sensor to claim zero bypass of particulates, and comes standard with bottom ¼ in NPT connections, and a follower pointer for display of differential pressure at peak flowrates. The stainless steel 2.5 inch diameter case is also standard, allowing for the lowest cost entry into this field. While designed for the gas industry, the GX-100 is well suited for many other applications where filter condition must be maintained. Differential Pressure Plus Inc Contact Becky Paul at 203-481-2545 for more information. www.differentialpressure.com
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FlangeLock™ Contact Mike Pearl at 914.980.8890 or email: mike@flangelock.com • www.flangelock.com
Hydraulic Hose and Tube Assemblies Ferry Incorporated distributes hydraulic cap and plug kits, tube kits, o-ring kits and storage boxes. Each kit comes with parts that are available for individual purchase. • 12 compartment boxes and box cases • Custom hose assemblies and hose-crimping package available - mobile or stationary, from one wire to six wire pressures • Competitive pricing • Most items ordered by 3 p.m. EST ship UPS the same day We serve contractors, maintenance departments, automotive repair shops, original equipment manufacturers, highway departments and more.
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Specifications Accuracy ±5% of FSD (Ascending) Migration No migration ; Zero leakage from high to low port Range 0-0.75 upto 2 bar/psi dual scale First marking on the scale 15% of the FSD Sensing element Diaphragm Enrange™ Radio Controller Wetted parts Magnetek’s powerful Body material, SS 302 spring,MHR diaphragm & ceramic magnet reduces costs, Case material frees up valuable Stainless steel (SS 304) when combined with the optional Radio space—and Dial size in inch (mm) 2.5”(63) Control Programmer (RCP)—allows you to program system settings Mounting Direct Maximum working pressure 100 bar. from your PC.80The state-of-the-art MHR integrates a radio receiver 0 Maximum process temperature C into a single unit that includes an informative Body material and hydraulic controller Aluminium Seals Buna-N, Viton diaphragm &”O” rings graphic display. When packaged with one of Magnetek’s transmitters, Window Acrylic Connection 1/4” NPT(F)aStd.total optional control 1/4” BSP(F) system for operating mobile the MHR provides Porting Bottom equipment. Protection for gau ge IP 65 Over range protection Up to the max. working pressure high side only.entire line of rugged Contact Magnetek to learn more from about our Caution: Never pressurize only LP side beyond 25 bar.
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• X-PAC® An Industry Standard, Versatile Reciprocating Seal. • For use up to 5,800 psi. • Rubber Expander, Compression Seal and Pressure Actuated U-Cup • Better Low-Pressure Sealing with Less Startup Leakage. • Stocked in Standard Sizes or Custom Molded for Your Application. • Available in Multiple Material Grades: U2145, U4145, and H2155.
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Product Spotlight
TRANSDUCER CYLINDERS! When the pressure’s on, count on the performance and durability of Peninsular Cylinder Company’s Transducer Cylinders. With proven performance in steel mills, foundries & the lumber industry, Peninsular transducer cylinders prove time and time again to be the best for all of your cylinder applications. FEATURES of Peninsular Transducer Cylinders • Provides full-stroke precision position feedback anywhere along the cylinder stroke cycle • Electronics are completely enclosed and protected from harsh and shock prone environments • Embedded transducer technology is available • Serviceable without disturbing tie-rod torque • Optional protective transducer covers permit the use of all rear cylinder mounts Peninsular Cylinder Company 800-526-7968 Phone: 586-775-7211 Web: www.peninsularcylinders.com
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BSPP, BSPT, ISO 6149 Hydraulic Flanges & Couplings
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New Series! COOL LOOP Offline Fluid Conditioning System • Ideal for independent cooling & filtering of system oils • Pump flows ranging from 9.5 gpm to 45 gpm • Low noise screw pump technology transfers a high variety of fluids • Field proven Bar & Plate Brazed Aluminum P-BAR core with optional T-Bar core • Best heat transfer per given envelope size while minimizing pressure drop
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YOULI HYDRAULIC DIRECTIONAL CONTROL VALVES
MAIN Manufacturing Products, Inc. now stocks SAE, JIS, DIN, and ISO flanges and couplings with metric ports. METRIC TUBE & PIPE sizes in socket weld and butt weld are also available. Many can ship directly from stock. If not part of our 7000+ in-stock products, MAIN can manufacture and ship quickly- (4-5 days) is common from our US facility. MAIN Manufacturing Products, Inc. Phone: (800) 521.7918 E-mail: info@mainmfg.com
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Direct Acting Electric Solenoids...now available: Youli directional control valves, rated to 4600psi, monoblock or sectional styles, are now available from stock in Houston, with electric direct acting solenoids on the MB-4 series, rated to 10GPM. Pneumatic operators are also available on all Youli valves, and also kept in stock. Youli quality is based on 25 years of industrial hydraulic valve manufacturing for the machine tool business in Taiwan. A quality product line with a major commitment to inventory in Houston, Texas, and offered at competitive prices, is growing our reputation. Youli Hydraulic Industrial Co., Ltd. Proudly sold through distribution. Please call to be referred. Contact the company at 1-888-330-8041 or email to service@youli-america.com View basic specifications at www.youli-america.com
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“AA” FLANGE, 1DG SERIES DOUBLE PUMPS “A” FLANGE, 2DG SERIES DOUBLE PUMPS “B” FLANGE 3DG SERIES DOUBLE PUMPS 2DG and 1DG double pumps available from Houston stock. 3DG series based on factory lead time. Honor Gear Pumps Corp. of Taiwan, with U.S. warehouse in Houston, is pleased to announce local availability of double pumps in “AA” flange and “A” flange. The “B” flange doubles are available subject to factory lead times. OEM inquiries through distribution are welcome. In addition to doubles, all single pumps are kept in stock in Houston, in the 4F17, “AA”, “A”, and “B” flange models. Aluminum body with cast iron flanges and rear covers are standard. Standard stock displacements in the 3GB series pump are 2.31, 2.68, 3.17, and 3.66 cu.in./rev. All other displacements are available subject to factory lead times. Honor Gear Pumps Corp. Proudly sold through distribution. Please call to be referred. Honor Pumps U.S.A. 1601 W. 25th St. • Houston, TX 77008 Toll free: 800-984-9727 • Local: 713-984-8144 Fax: 713-461-9631 • Email: service@honorpumps.com Web: www.honorpumps.com 214
ONPP-A sensor Gefran's ONPP-A sensor is designed for installation on pneumatic cylinders and integrated magnet’s position detection. It recognizes magnet orientation, it calibrates to eliminate any position reading offset. It’s optimized in thickness and length, strokes are up to 900 mm. It doesn’t require mounting brackets. The M8 connector provides a simple voltage output. Accuracy is in the order of 0.05 mm. Visit us at http://www.gefran.com
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PVS sensors, Inc. www.pvs-sensors.com Phone: 1-800-988-1276 Fax: 864-638-0005
Excellent Quality At Excellent Prices
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one-piece code U61 flange adapters
The patented Adaconn® Port Connector provides a compact means to join two flanges or flange ports, when used with AdaflangeTM and AdaflangeportTM Socket Head Flange Adapters. Flange ports of the same or different sizes (or even different SAE codes) may be joined together. Prior to assembly the one piece 4-bolt flanges are kept as captive assemblies that are free to rotate 360 degrees about the longitudinal centerlines to facilitate proper alignment.
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Adaconn® Blue Bell, Pennsylvania www. adaconn.com 215.643.1900
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The patented Adaconn® one-piece code U61 flange adapters have widths less than standard code 61 flanges, and allow manifold and component designs to be smaller, with higher power densities on a given mounting surface. Reducing and jump sizes are available. Larger diameter flow porting is possible than for comparably spaced SAE straight thread adapters. These adapters provide an excellent means to retain flange type modular components, and are available in flange sizes from 1/8 to 2 inch with JIC male flare ends. Adaconn® Blue Bell, PA 19422 • www. adaconn.com • 215.643.1900 218
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H6 Heavy Duty Cylinder The Yates Industries H6 Heavy Duty Cylinder is rated for 3000 PSI and features 1½ to 20” bores standard, 22 different mounting options, is JIC-NFPA interchangeable, and can be customized with nearly limitless combinations of rod ends, cushions, couplers, seals, and ports – all backed by our legendary warranty and repair capabilities. Yates Industries 23050 Industrial Dr. E. • St. Clair Shores, MI 48080 586-778-7680 • www.yatesind.com
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New: Interface to ERP data, Assign Pipe/Tube Properties, ISO Compliant Solenoid Information and Solenoid Actuation Chart, Auto Update Properties of Components in Drawing, Display Formatted Multi-Property Labels, Specify Port Operating Parameters and Display of Dual Port Names. Enhanced: Custom Parts List Template in Excel, External Ports with Through Bolt Holes and O-ring, Display Formats, Assign Properties to multiple components, Export to MDTools - Linked CAD data, and Submit designs to QuickManifolds.com. Vest, inc. Visit www.VESTusa.com
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D03, D05, D07, D08, D10 VALVES & CIRCUIT STACK MODULARS Power Valve U.S.A. represents, as factory warehouse and sales office, a Taiwan manufacturer of D03, D05, D07, D08, and D10 valves, and modular circuit stack valves. With inventory in the Houston warehouse, all products are competitively priced, and machine tool quality. In fact the parent company, Tai Huei Oil Industry Co., Ltd. has been selling valves for over 25 years to the machine tool industry in Taiwan. All standard AC and DC voltages are available, and all standard spool configurations are in stock. Special spools are available. Pressures to 5000psi and flows from 16GPM (D03) to 211GPM (D10) are standard. With inventory on the shelf and very competitive pricing, we invite your inquiry. Power Valve U.S.A. Proudly sold through distribution. Please call to be referred. Contact the company at 1-888-862-1064 or e-mail to service@powervalveusa.com. View basic specifications at www.powervalveusa.com
TORQTITE Adjustable Torque Wrenches Flaretite’s new adjustable open-end torque wrenches allow all tube and hose ends to be precisely tightened to their correct torque requirements. These new wrenches can be used on all fittings requiring a torque specification. Developed to compliment Flaretite’s patented flared seals for 30, 37 and 45 degree flare fittings, these wrenches are used by quality conscious mechanics in all industries. Torque Wrench Benefits: • Five Sizes with ranges from 7 to 500 ft-lbs (10 - 700 Nm). • Fixed wrench ends with hex sizes (jaw opening) from 7/16” thru 3”. Box ends available as specials. • Ratchet end and adjustable ends also available. • Low profile, reversible, spanner design • Precision quality design with +/- 5% accuracy • Shipped with torque rating tables for all common fittings For more information contact: Flaretite, Inc. Fenton, MI, USA Tel: 810-750-4140 • www.flaretite.com
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Fredrick Donald (Don) Norvelle Rick Rosenjack
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HM Dunn Aerospace Rick Rosenjack has been appointed chief operating officer (COO). He is responsible for all company operations at manufacturing locations in Eless, Tex.; Wichita, Kan.; and St. Louis, Mo. Mr. Rosenjack has more than 25 years of experience in the aerospace industry and has served in a number of senior leadership positions in operations, sales and marketing program management, and aftermarket services.
Thompson Pump Bobby Zitzka has been promoted to sales manager. He oversees the corporate sales team, including national accounts, international sales, municipal sales, and the inside sales department, based out of Port Orange, Fla. Prior to his promotion and since 2002, Zitzka served as branch manager of the companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s branch in Orlando, Fla., where he received numerous awards, including Branch Manager of the Year, Excellence in Leadership, Outstanding Achievement, and several safety awards.
Hercules Sealing Products Brian Butler has been appointed director of international sales. In his new role, Butler will oversee international business for the company throughout Latin America, Asia, Australia, Africa, and the Middle East. He holds a MBA in International Management from Thunderbird School of Global Management, as well as dual undergraduate degrees from Benedictine University: a BS in International Business and a B.A. in Spanish.
Fredrick Norvelle passed away on January 16, 2013 after a long battle with cancer. Norvelle joined the United States Air Force in 1958, and after retiring as a Major, he worked briefly in Ft. Worth, Tex. He later became the assistant director of the Fluid Power Research Center and worked as a professor of hydraulics in the Mechanical Power Technology Department at Oklahoma State University. During his teaching, Norvelle wrote two textbooks for his classes.
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NFPA Fluid Power Innovation Awards – Applications Now Being Accepted The National Fluid Power Association (NFPA)'s fluid power technology award program recognizes innovative engineers and technicians who are using fluid power to address the needs of their customers. Nominations are now being accepted for the next NFPA Innovation Awards. This program provides cash awards and recognition for individuals using fluid power technology in innovative ways. NFPA invites engineers to submit their innovative fluid power applications. Applicants must provide documentation of their innovations. Engineers and technicians who have used fluid power to • increase energy efficiency; • improve reliability; • reduce system size while maintaining or increasing power output; • reduce environmental impact; and • improve and apply energy storage, recovery and redeployment capabilities are especially encouraged to apply. Application submission is now open, and submissions will be accepted until October 31, 2013. The winners will be selected by a judging committee consisting of members of the NFPA Marketing Committee. Membership in NFPA is not required. Full eligibility criteria and application materials are available online at www.nfpa.com/award. Questions? Contact Denise Rockhill at 414-778-3354 or drockhill@nfpa.com.
Calendar of Events 2013 NFPA Fluid Power Career Fair November 6, 2013 Radisson Hotel & Conference Center, Pleasant Prairie, WI 2013 Fluid Power Systems Conference November 19-21, 2013 Doubletree Hotel, Rosemont, IL 2014 NFPA Annual Conference February 3-5, 2014 The Ritz-Carlton, Palm Beach, Manalapan, FL 2014 IFPE March 4-8, 2014 Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, NV
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Fluid Power Industry Success Story
Hydraulic Power Units Wind Turbine
aton is providing key wind power technologies to Guodian United Power Technology Co. Ltd., a subsidiary of China Guodian Corp. Established in 2007, Guodian develops and manufactures large-scale wind turbines for inland, onshore, and offshore applications. Eaton’s Hydraulics Group in Shanghai, China, is supplying hydraulic power units equipped with Vickers® and Integrated Hydraulics™ screw-in cartridge valves for yaw and shaft-braking functions on Guodian wind turbines produced in Hebei Province, China. Eaton is also supplying Aeroquip® MatchMate Plus® hose and Global TTC crimp fittings for braking system functions. The business is generating approximately $1.5 million in revenues annually for Eaton.
Challenge Prior to 2007, Eaton provided technical consulting services to China Guodian
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for Vickers valves on wind turbine systems that it imported for use on its wind farms. China Guodian formed Guodian the following year to manufacture its own wind turbines and decided to open up the power unit business for bids. Eaton was involved in the bidding process. Meanwhile, Eaton personnel helped modify the hydraulic circuit on the wind turbine technology already in place in order to facilitate easier field installation
and maintenance. The modification was made possible with Aeroquip® MatchMate Plus® hose and Global TTC crimp fittings for braking system functions. But in order to stand out from other power unit providers, Eaton China personnel had their work cut out for them.
Solution Eaton put together a cross-functional team with a solid commitment to being recognized not only as a component supplier, but also a power unit design house backed by a dedicated application engineering team. Eaton’s local production expertise and engineering support, application assistance, senior leadership support, and overall customer care were validated as the team worked through technical requirements, prototype builds, and product testing. With each of its needs satisfied, Guodian made the decision to replace the original specified power units with Eaton hydraulic power units.
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– A Look at the Technology
aton has produced efficient, reliable standard and custom power units since 1960. Each one is built with quality components in facilities that adhere to stringent manufacturing standards. They are available with capacities, control options, manifold and pump options, and configurations to ensure cost-effective operation and optimum productivity while meeting application requirements.
Aeroquip® MatchMate Plus® Hose – The Triple Crown Advantage
inating many of the hoses, tubes, and fittings necessary in traditional installations • Few potential leakage points than with conventional valves, ensuring cleaner, safer application environments • Compact and neat assemblies for economy of space and weight • Increased ability to withstand vibration, giving optimum machine reliability and performance
• Multiple mounting configurations, which offer maximum design flexibility • Greater contamination tolerance • Faster cycle times • Lower noise levels • Faster on-sight servicing and troubleshooting • Resistance to fluid contamination • Hardened ground steel operating parts
The Aeroquip® MatchMate Plus® hose offers advantages in three key areas: • Pressure – Designed for higher working pressures to provide higher performance levels • Temperature – Improved working temperature provides higher performance levels • Abrasion Resistance – Aeroquip DURATUFF™ cover is made for longer service life than traditional rubber-covered hose. The hose features construction technology improvements such as wire-reinforcement designs and processing, new insulation materials, and hose manufacturing processes. Select braided and spiral hose part numbers now meet -40°C to 127°C (-40°F to 260°F).
Global TTC Fittings TTC fittings are assembled with Aeroquip hose using existing crimp machines. The fittings have a scribe line around the circumference of the socket to easily identify the location where the die cage is positioned for crimping. Typical applications include general-purpose low-, medium-, and high-pressure hydraulics. Pressure is determined by maximum working pressure for hose size and hose end configuration, whichever is less. Through-the-Cover (TTC) Technology Features: • Advanced design, which provides higher operating and burst pressure • Elimination of cool-down leakage • Flat crimp for easier routing • Compatibility with multiple hose styles to accommodate most application needs
Screw-in Cartridge Valves (SiCVs) For over 70 years, the Vickers and Integrated Hydraulics product lines have provided customers with quality products and solutions for the industry’s power and motion control needs. While offering the same control functions as traditional hydraulic valves, Eaton’s screw-in cartridge valves are compact, reliable, and economical. The concept of combining multiple cartridge valves into a common manifold offers both the mobile and industrial user substantial cost-saving advantages: • Response times and efficiency gains, by elimCircle 186
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By Daniel Pascoe, Vacuforce, Inc.
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hen a salesperson is quoting a vacuum installation, a common question to the end user is, "Would you prefer a vacuum pump or venturi?" More often than not, the end user will opt for a vacuum pump as he "doesn't have enough compressed air." This is a common statement, even if he does have enough compressed air, as that is one of the industry's energy focus points, but is it the right choice from the offset? This article offers basic comparative information to enable the salesperson or design engineer to make a more informed decision regarding the pump or venturi options available. A vacuum pump is a rotary or reciprocating mechanical vacuumgenerating device. This is an important definition. A venturi manufacturer may refer to his product as a vacuum “pump.” This is inaccurate and very misleading. A vacuum venturi or ejector (the same device) is powered by compressed air. A vacuum PUMP is powered by an electric or indeed sometimes, but rarely, a hydraulic motor. The vacuum-pump manufacturer will offer the most obvious advantage of his product over the venturi supplier – efficiency. Fig. 1 shows a flow curve of a pump and venturi that have similar performance. However, the compressed air used for the venturi requires a compressor power of about 0.9 hp, whereas the pump uses a motor of about 0.25 hp. It’s a convincing argument for using a pump. Case closed, right? Well, jumping to conclusions normally costs someone something. What is this pump or venturi being used for? When choosing a vacuum pump or venturi, the application is key to the final decision. At least it should be, to get the best solution for the end user.
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Here’s a typical vacuum-lifting application: a small end-of-arm tool consisting of eight small vacuum cups of Ø40 mm (Ø1.5"). These eight cups are picking up a flat plastic sheet, which is, of course, non porous. Cycle rate is one sheet pick every 15 seconds, or four sheets a minute. The piece is being held for only three seconds during transfer. What’s the most efficient? Pump or venturi? The pump will run continuously with the vacuum being turned on and off via a vacuum solenoid valve. The venturi will run only when required (during the lift part of the cycle), turned on and off using a compressed air solenoid valve. The vacuum pump uses 0.25 hp all day long during a 24-hour shift. The venturi uses 0.9 hp for every three seconds of a 15-second cycle. Therefore, the venturi uses on average 0.18 hp of compressed air over the same cycle period. Consequently, the venturi is “more efficient” in overall running costs. Both of these circuits are illustrated in Fig. 2. However, let’s review an alternative application. The end user requires vacuum to hold down a piece of plastic sheet while it’s being machined on a CNC router. The pump is the better choice. Why? The pump and the venturi are always operating to hold the plastic sheet in place. Therefore, the pump uses less energy and consequently is the better choice, at least for energy consumption.
Now you could use an “energy-saving” circuit with the venturi. What this offers for the user, as the term suggests, is a reduction in the amount of compressed air used. This is achieved by turning the venturi off when it has achieved vacuum and only turning it on again when the vacuum level falls below a preset safe vacuum degree. This is ideal for use on a non-porous product, such as the plastic sheet application described previously, but probably not as useful when holding a porous product, such as cardboard or MDF sheet, in place. Vacuum pumps are used in installations where compressed air is not available, and a venturi cannot be used because of that. It’s also easier for the machine builder to supply a “stand-alone” machine with an integral vacuum source. But the venturi has certain advantages over the vacuum pump: • Normally a lower initial cost of procurement • Lighter weight • Smaller dimensions • No heat generation • Virtually maintenance-free • Readily available from many suppliers That all said, we have spoken so far about a small pump vs. a small venturi. In larger installations, a pump normally makes more sense— as long as the installation is correct. In a large lifting application where larger vacuum flows are required to either accommodate product leakage (cardboard box handling) or to supply many vacuum cups, a pump is normally the better choice for efficiency reasons and certainly a simpler installation. However, in larger applications, the pumps are large. Some weigh many hundreds of pounds. Therefore, the machine builder, even knowing the efficiency benefit, will often opt for vacuum venturi purely because they are easier to install. This is particularly true in end-of-arm robot tooling where automated tool changers are being utilized. It’s a lot easier to utilize an automatic tool changer with 5/16" compressed air lines for venturi supply rather than 1" diameter vacuum hose from the pump. Of course as with most vacuum installations, what worked before will be used again. That is very common and is particularly true with vacuum applications. It may have not been the most efficient solution for the end user, but it worked. Retrofitting old vacuum systems is big business simply because of that. Vacuum technology hasn’t changed much over the years, but having a better understanding of how vacuum works and working with the end user to understand his concerns and needs offers the best solution to the industry rather than what simply does the job!
‰ About the Author Daniel Pascoe is general manager of Vacuforce Inc, a manufacturer and distributor of vacuum components and systems for industry in North America. Daniel can be reached via the Vacuforce website at www.vacuforce.com or directly at dpascoe@vacuforce.com. Find Vacuforce on Facebook and keep updated on Twitter. Ë This article is intended as a general guide and as with any industrial application involving machinery choice, independent professional advice should be sought to ensure correct selection and installation.
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Rethinking the
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he differential pressure gauge is one of the most overlooked and forgotten measurement instruments in the industry. This is surprising because these devices have a tremendous variety of applications. They have the ability to monitor filter systems, display liquid levels, and even measure flow rates based on a difference in pressure. Measuring flow rates Fig. 1 with these gauges is particularly interesting because they link the difference in pressure of a piping system to a square root relation of the flow rate in the system. This is all possible because of the Bernoulli Principle we learned in our fluid mechanics classes. Engineers in the flow industry seek to find measurement devices that reduce energy losses and are simple to install and maintain. Differential pressure flowmeters, like the one in Fig. 1, meet these expectations extremely well, yet they remain underused by designers. Their accuracy averages to +/-1% of full scale, they result in far less energy loss when compared to other standards (such as the turbine or vortex instruments), and often cost under $500. Why would these devices remain so underused? Simply put, there is a common misconception that a designer must use a contraction in the piping to create a differential pressure. This is simply not true, and I am here to tell you an equally simple method of creating the required pressure drop. Contractions, such as the venturi tube shown in Fig. 2, can result in circular flow, turbulent vortices, and even present potential issues such as cavitation when used too closely to pumping systems. Fortunately, these issues can be greatly reduced if throttling is achieved in a less abrupt manner. If an effective design is achieved, laminar flow will be maintained and energy losses will be greatly reduced. Still, the industry maintains a distance from this type of flow measurement. To overcome this, designers of these systems must begin utilizing something more efficient than the contraction form of the venturi tube. They must begin to incorporate the expansion or â&#x20AC;&#x153;bulgeâ&#x20AC;? tube in their systems.
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Creating an expansion in a piping system results in a pressure increase in the larger pipe thanks to Bernoulliâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Principle. This can be seen in Fig. 3 in which a piping system with the same inlet pipe diameter and flow rate as Fig. 2 is analyzed. The color of the flow lines in this system transfer from red to blue, signaling the velocity of the fluid is transferring from high to low. This is directly in accordance with our fundamental fluid mechanics knowledge and allows an engineer to utilize a differential pressure flowmeter with the application of the Bernoulli Principle. This expansion setup has equal accuracy to the contraction form of the venturi, yet results in fewer losses and creates a more uniform laminar flow through the transition between pipe diameters. This design also alleviates any possibilities of other venturi-related issues such as clogging from solids or negative pressures on the outlet end of the expansion. What is most interesting about this concept is the fact that it has been completely neglected from any engineering program on fluid mechanics. As a result, the standard for these systems continues to be the contraction form of the venturi tube. If the designers of these systems utilize this new concept, they will be presented with systems that are incredibly simple to install and even easier to maintain. This results in lowered costs and ultimately improves the efficiency on all accounts. Fig. 2
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About the Author Matthew Schell is the vice president of engi-
neering at Differential Pressure Plus Inc. (www.differentialpressure.com), a manufacturer of differential pressure gauges and switches. He holds a dual degree in Mechanical Engineering and Product Innovation from Virginia Commonwealth University.
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SUMMARY: • Sets up and tests systems and components under direction of engineering and scientific staff • Recommends modifications to circuit and components to improve performance • Provides leak-free piping • Supervises system installation, flushing, and commissioning • Knows how, where, and when to take fluid samples and read lab reports • Can establish ISO cleanliness level for a system • Can devise the Target Cleanliness Chart to aid diagnostics • Understands sequence and counterbalance circuits and associated valving • Sets pump load-sensing and compensator controls • Understands hydrostatic drives • Understands ladder logic • Reads electronic controls • Calculates decompression volume • Performs troubleshooting and supervises required replacements, repairs, and adjustments Test Your Skills 1. Which of the following could not occur in the operation of the circuit shown on right? a. Load 1, 2, and 3 lowered b. Load 1, 2, and 3 raised c. Load 1 raised, load 2 and 3 lowered d. Load 2 raised, load 1 and 3 lowered e. Load 1 and 2 raised, load 3 lowered
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3. The pressure holding a pilot-operated to open check valve with a 4:1 ratio in the closed position is 2,400 psi. What minimum pilot pressure would open the valve? (Ignore friction and return spring force.) a. 600 psi b. 1,200 psi c. 1,800 psi d. 2,400 psi e. 4,800 psi
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