Fluid Power Journal March/April 2015

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22 LITERATURE REVIEW

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IFPS Membership -What Do You Make of It? I am sometimes questioned about the IFPS logo on my shirt. Once I was asked if it was a symbol for some type of “secret society.” This gave me a chuckle and the opportunity for a short elevator speech, but it also gave me pause for thought.

I happily explained that the International Fluid Power Society is a non-profit organization that works to promote education, training, and professionalism in fluid power through certification. I also explained that I am a member and chair the committee for membership and chapters.

This prompted a quizzical look from the other person and the question, “Fluid power?” I went on to say “hydraulics and pneumatics,” and while doing so, in the back of my mind I was thinking…maybe we really are a secret society.

When you use the IFPS logos, stickers, lapel pins, lanyards, and other membership emblems, you are inviting questions and creating the possibility of helping someone advance in this industry. It is good to explain that IFPS benefits include discounts for training, certification, test fees, and even discounts for drug prescriptions and rental cars.

It doesn’t hurt to talk about the Fluid Power Journal, professional networking, professional development points, and the free study manuals and web seminars, but of even greater value is explaining how your membership affords you the opportunity to help others.

Maybe the curious person asking these questions is also involved in fluid power, but not certified. You can help them. Perhaps their teenage child is involved in a FIRST robotics program, or perhaps their recent graduate is struggling to find a career path. Volunteering to help a FIRST team or educate the younger graduate about careers in fluid power gives you other opportunities to “pass it forward” and realize great personal rewards.

We are here to help you with these initiatives. The IFPS board meetings are held twice a year, and during these meetings, the Membership and Chapters committee, along with our other committees, work with ideas to help improve the membership experience, create useful tools, recognize our members, and expand our presence.

Some of our recent accomplishments include the following creations: A discounted membership rate for active military – reduced annual and two-year membership renewal fees. It’s our way of saying “thank you” to those who serve.

Individual membership brochure – a handy overview of IFPS and membership form that explains what we do. This is a great tool to have. (Please contact IFPS staff and ask for some.)

Fluid Power Professionals Day – a day to thank you for all you do as a fluid power professional. Lots of details in this Journal (page 6) or at www.ifps.org.

Chapter start-up guide – a step-by-step instruction manual for community-service-minded individuals to start up an IFPS chapter. Chapters have additional financial benefits and serve as an outreach to the community through schools, other service organizations, and local industry.

Chapter operations manual – an organizational aid and guide to running your chapter.

We have more plans for the future, but it is you—the individual IFPS member— who can really make a positive difference in the lives of others.

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Richard Bullers, CFPPS, is senior applications engineer for SMC Corp. of America and a member of the 2015 IFPS Board of Directors, serving as vice president of membership. He can be reached at rbullers@smcusa.com.

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THE CONTEST IS OPEN UNTIL MARCH 31ST, 2015.

Winners will be published in the July/August issue of the Fluid Power Journal.

HOW DOES IT WORK? Simply upload a photo for one or all of the categories below (only one photo per category): Fun with Fluid Power – These submissions should be geared towards youth getting involved with fluid power.

Professionals in Action – These submissions can be of any single person or group doing anything related to fluid power.

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A new category this year is the People's Choice Award. You and your family/friends can vote for favorite submissions from April 1st to April 15th. The photo with the most votes will win the People's Choice Award. You don't have to enter a photo to vote. Only one vote per person per picture.

Note: In order for your photo to be published in the Fluid Power Journal, anyone standing in the vicinity of machinery must be shown with the proper safety equipment in use.

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BY JOE NAIL CFPMHM, CFPIHM, AJPP, CFPAI

henever the term “mechatronics” is discussed among fluid power professionals, it seems that each person has a different opinion as to its meaning. These opinions stem from the varied interests of those who use them, and it makes a single, clear definition difficult to obtain. The intent of this article is to develop a clearer definition of the term and then to see where fluid power training and certification fit in.

The term “mechatronics” originated at the Yasakawa Electric Company in the 1960s. The name comes from combining the terms “mecha” from mechanics and “tronic” from electronics. It was used to describe the necessary integration of electrical control with mechanical systems when accuracy and repeatability were needed. Over time, the term came to include the five most recognized areas of engineering: mechanical, electrical, telecommunication, control, and computer. Mechatronics is still an emerging “concept” of engineering concerned with the design of complex systems for sustainable manufacturing.

We will define a mechatronics system as a multi-disciplinary engineered process for sustainable manufacturing.

You may have noticed that fluid power engineering is not included in the common understanding of mechatronics.

This is because, for the most part, fluid power systems are considered part of mechanical engineering and so are relegated to a sub-heading. This is unfortunate. It diminishes the awareness of the need for training in fluid power as part of any career path toward mechatronics. The fact is that, for many sustainable manufacturing processes, fluid power is the best method for energy transfer. A mechatronics engineer without proper fluid power knowledge may not have the necessary tools to design the best system, and the mechatronics technician without fluid power education will be ill equipped to maintain, trouble-shoot, or repair even a well-designed system.

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So, 1) what does mechatronics have to do with fluid power, and 2) what does it have to do with fluid power technicians, the people who service these systems?

Before attempting to answer either question, it is necessary to examine what constitutes a mechatronics system. As used here, the term “system” will generally include some kind of mechanical process, sensors for signaling and conditioning operations, adjoining circuitry, a controller, some kind of input from an operator, and all with a view to sustainable manufacturing.

The diagram in Fig. 1 represents a large automated assembly line. The chart is read in a clockwise direction. The process begins at the point of input, which may be some form of human machine interface (HMI). This interface could range from a simple start switch to a touch screen. The input signal is then transmitted to a controller, which could be a personal computer or a programmable logic controller (PLC). There are other types of controllers, such as a proportional-integral-derivative (PID) controller, which could serve as the brain of the system. The controller sends out command signals. If the system has what is referred to as an “open loop,” there will be no feedback of information as to what is actually happening during the manufacturing process. In closed-loop systems, sensors and switches provide feedback information. Feedback is used by the controller to determine the state of the system—whether or not the various functions are operating according to specifications.

Feedback can also be used to measure proximity, temperature, and velocity. Feedback can make machinery safer and more efficient because it allows the controller to compare what is actually happening to what is supposed to be happening. Therefore, many, if not most, systems are closed loop.

The command and feedback information is generated in two forms: digital and analog. A digital signal is a physical signal that is a representation of a sequence of discrete values. In an analog electrical signal, the voltage, current, or frequency of the signal may be varied to convey the information.

Commands from the controller are usually in digital form and must be converted to analog in order to be understood by the devices they are meant to control. Likewise, the analog information coming back from the sensors will need conditioning before it can be understood by the controller.

The mechanical system includes the mechanism that physically contacts the workload and may include belts, chains, pulleys, etc. The mechanical system pushes and pulls or turns a movable load, and this is where the “actuator” comes into play.

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The actuator does the work by pushing, pulling, or turning, and is often a fluid power cylinder, rotary actuator, or motor. These are not the only kinds of actuators used. Some designers are specifying electric devices, such as electric cylinders, to do the job. These electric actuators (sometimes the combination of a ball-screw driving mechanism and servomotor) are capable of generating large amounts of thrusting force with precise control of speed and movement. Electric actuators may have advantages over fluid power actuators in certain circumstances, but fluid power actuators, with greater power density, speed, and flexibility, are still widely preferred.

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Obviously those servicing these systems must have broad knowledge, covering multiple disciplines, including fluid power.

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Fluid power technicians need to include mechatronics in their training if they are to service machinery whose maintenance and upkeep are determined by uptime. By referring back to the chart in Fig. 1, it is easy to see that a technician needs basic electrical skills, knowledge of electronics, programming, as well as other skills taught

for machine maintenance. These are the minimum skill sets needed to service this equipment efficiently. Since engineering and modern machine maintenance are both involved, two approaches to education and accreditation are needed. One should be based on a specialized mechatronics curriculum for fluid power engineers and another for fluid power technicians. There is a great degree of crossover between the two disciplines, but the technician does not need all the knowledge of an engineer to be successful working on such systems.

Likewise, an engineer does not necessarily need to know a great deal about the performance of machine maintenance. Engineers and technicians both need special skill sets that match education to job requirements. Therefore, two distinct career paths should be recognized by two-year and four-year institutions.

Since mechatronics is still developing, there will continue to be attempts to define and apply it across multiple disciplines. It is necessary that the fluid power industry continues to grow with this emerging technology.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Since 1989, Joe Nail, CFPMHM, CFPIHM, AJPP, CFPAI, has been a full-time instructor of fluid power, industrial safety, and blueprint reading for machine trades. He has taught fluid power at the Elizabethtown Community and Technical College in Kentucky since 1992 and has been a member of IFPS since 1996. He is the former Skills USA state chair for Mechatronics and still assists in the state competition. He can be reached at joe.nail@kctcs.edu.

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Economic Report

Global Manufacturing Update

By Chad Moutray, Chief Economist, National Association of Manufacturers (NAM)

The minutes of the manufacturing activity. In EUROZONE MANUFACTURING PURCHASING Federal Open Market the emerging markets, India MANAGERS’ INDEX DATA Committee’s December 16-17 and Vietnam also had betmeeting continue to reflect ter manufacturing activity 56.9 (December 2014) increased optimism about the data in December, with InU.S. economy, with relative dia’s PMI data at their fastest strength in both output and paces since December 2012.

53.8 53.5 labor markets. Federal Reserve Yet, a number of countries participants expect U.S. real in that group are struggling 52.5 GDP growth of 2.6% to 3.0% in economically. For example, 51.2 2015, with the unemployment Russia’s manufacturing sec50.6 rate falling to 5.2% to 5.3% and tor declined for the first time 49.4 49.2 core inflation remaining besince June, hurt by lower en48.4 low its stated goal of 2.0%. At ergy prices and economic 47.5 the same time, they expressed sanctions. worries that global economOf course, the biggest ecoic challenges might dampen nomic headlines of late have growth here. come out of Europe. On the Specifically, the minutes say positive side, the Markit Euthe following on this topic: rozone Manufacturing PMI “Many participants regarded edged higher, up from 50.1 the international situation as to 50.6, lifted by stronger an important source of downdata coming out of GermaSource: Markit side risks to domestic real acny, its largest market. Eurotivity and employment, particpean manufacturers have ularly if declines in oil prices now expanded for 17 straight and the persistence of weak economic growth abroad had a substantial months. Yet, recent real GDP and industrial production data reflect negative effect on global financial markets or if foreign policy respons- only marginal economic growth, and perhaps more troublesome, the es were insufficient.” annual inflation rate declined by 0.2 percentage points in December.

Indeed, the United States—and for that matter, North America—re- The European Central Bank had already expressed worry about deflamains one of the brighter spots in the world right now. While produc- tionary pressures, and as such, this finding will only further exacerbate tion slowed in both Canada and the United States, these figures also those concerns. Beyond these reports, the other fear will be the outpoint to continued modest expansion in manufacturing new orders come of the January 25 election in Greece, especially if it leads to that and output, with employment data also encouraging. Meanwhile, nation exiting the European Union.

Mexico’s economy shows signs of improvement, with its manufacturOn the policy front, there will be strong pushes to move forward ing purchasing managers’ index (PMI) at its highest point since De- Trade Promotion Authority legislation, as well as Asia-Pacific and Eucember 2012. ropean trade agreements in 2015, while the World Trade Organization The relative health of the U.S. economy, in particular, has strength- will seek to celebrate its 20th anniversary with substantial movement ened the U.S. dollar to multi-year highs. For instance, the euro ex- on the completed Trade Facilitation Agreement and on broad and change rate had shifted from 1.3924 euros to the dollar in May 2014 sector-specific negotiations. The Administration announced a major to 1.1792 euros to the U.S. dollar on January 8, a level last seen in late change in U.S.-Cuba policy, while legislation applying additional sanc2005. This development could hurt the ability of the sector to grow ex- tions on Russia entered into force. ports. At the same time, the dramatic decline in petroleum prices over the past few months has also spooked financial markets, on fear that the weakened global demand for energy might be a harbinger of larger Excerpt reprinted with permission. For the full report, visit www.nam.org. economic challenges worldwide. Since peaking at $107.95 per barrel on June 20, the price of West Texas intermediate crude has fallen dramatically, down to $48.79 on January 8.

Looking at specific countries, there was some progress to note. Eight of the top 10 markets for U.S.-manufactured goods cited expansion in December, up from five in November. Brazil, Germany, and Hong Kong shifted from a slight contraction in November to positive growth The National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) represents small in December, albeit with Brazil and Hong Kong not far from being stag- and large manufacturers in every industrial sector in all 50 states. For nant. Two Asian nations, China and South Korea, experienced reduced more information, visit www.nam.org.

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The WSG series of servo-electric, twofinger parallel grippers are designed for parts handling and assembly processes requiring high flexibility or sensitivity. The gripper has a long stroke, which allows reliable handling of different components, and grip force can be controlled internally. It has part detection and integrated grip force control system. A belt drive ensures high jaw speeds and short cycle times, achieving speeds of 400 mm/s. The grippers are available as type WSG 050-110 with a stroke of 55 mm per finger and a long-stroke version type WSG 050-210 with a stroke of 100 mm per finger. Both grippers achieve gripping forces between 5 N and 120 N. The compact WSG 32 is designed for handling small parts.

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Vacuum

PRIMING SYSTEMS

BY DANIEL PASCOE, DAVASOL INC. alk into just about any private or government-run water pumping station where there is a need to pump water vertically from a lower level to a higher level, and seek out the most neglected and rust-covered piece of the equipment in the plant. You’ve just found a typical vacuum priming system as shown in Fig. 1. The rest of the equipment, including centrifugal pumps and a myriad of brightly colored valves, will gleam in comparison to this monster in the corner.

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So what do we usually see when we look closely at one of these systems? They normally consist of one or two liquid ring vacuum pumps mounted on the top plate of a horizontal vacuum receiver tank, such as the one shown in Fig. 1. A simple control panel will be mounted on or close by this assembly, which offers a selector switch with basic on/off control buttons for pump “A” or “B.” As can be seen from Fig. 1, which has two liquid ring pumps side by side, there are pipes for feeding make-up water to the pumps. Usually the complete system has been leaking both sealing water and vacuum for years. Due to vacuum leaks, the system has usually been running almost continually, attempting to keep up with the required vacuum level set point.

This is why it is severely corroded.

Fortunately, technology has moved on, and water pumping stations no longer have to rely on water-sealed vacuum pumps (liquid ring pumps) for this type of application. The disadvantages of water-sealed vacuum pump systems include high maintenance costs, as well as excessive use of motive energy. In addition, the vacuum level can fluctuate considerably as the seasons change and the sealing water temperature rises and falls, directly affecting the vacuum level. With this type of variable, it takes a very specialized maintenance team to set up these systems and keep them operating with peak performance.

So with that all said, what does a vacuum priming system actually do? Those great big gleaming water impeller pumps (as shown in Fig. 2) are great for moving high volumes of water from one place to another, but—and this is the thing—they are unable to pump or move air. When the pump is running and pumping water at tremendous volume, everything is working as it should. However, when the pumps are taken offline and stop, the water drains from the pumps by gravity. Consequently, they need to be filled with water (or other liquids) before they can be started again. This is where the vacuum priming system is used to “pull” water into the water pump to allow it to start. Fig. 3 shows a basic circuit with a duplex vacuum priming pump station connected in this particular case to two water pumps.

The vacuum priming system creates a vacuum from the highest point in the impeller pump, right down to the level of the water reservoir (lake, catch basin, ocean water inlet, etc.) that needs to be pumped. The vacuum pump system removes the air from the water pump suction line, as well as from inside the water pump chamber. As the air molecules are removed, the water from the reservoir is pushed up through the piping and replaces the void (lower pressure area) that this air previously occupied. A priming valve, which is mounted at the highest point on the water pump, is the connection point for the vacuum line that is running from the vacuum system to each of the water pumps. There are several types of priming valves, but the most common contains a float that automatically shuts off the vacuum suction line as soon as the water raises the float. This prevents water from reaching the vacuum pumps. Either a separate sensor or a connection from the priming valve indicates to the pump station operator that the pump is primed and therefore safe to start the water pump drive motor.

All of this sounds simple enough, but there are limitations to the height that a vacuum system can raise water, and that is usually regarded as a maximum of 10 meters. This distance is one of the principles of vacuum theory. The atmospheric pressure on our planet is 1,013 mbar (or 1 bar or 14.7 psi). For every 1 m of water depth, a pressure of 100 mbar is generated. Therefore, at a depth of 10 meters, the pressure is 1,000 mbar (or 1 bar or 14.7 psi). That’s a fact no matter where you are. At sea level, which is the lowest point on our planet, a full 1,000 mbar of atmospheric pressure is available. Therefore, a pump station at sea level can pull water up a distance of 10 meters (or 32.8 ft). If the pumps are higher than that, the water will not reach the pumps.

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As a result, pumping stations in cities such as Denver, Co., a city known for being high above sea level, must be closer to the water source, as the atmospheric pressure is lower and less “vacuum” is available.

The vertical distance from the top of the water priming valve (and/or the vacuum pump) to the lowest level of the water to be raised must be known in order to select a vacuum pump with sufficient vacuum depth capabilities. This important factor should be taken into account when calculating the vacuum depth requirement in a pumping station that is required to raise water from a reservoir with fluctuating water levels or when pumping seawater from a tidal basin to a desalination plant.

When selecting a suitable vacuum priming system, it is necessary to consider not only the height that you wish to raise the water, but also the speed that you wish to accomplish the task. In an emergency, it is quite usual for several suction lines to be evacuated in quick succession. Therefore, not only is the maximum vacuum depth capability of your vacuum pump system important, but you must also calculate the speed of evacuation. This is normally determined by the pumping speed of the vacuum pumps selected for each individual system, and in North America, pumps are selected according to their cubic feet capacity per minute (cfm). Your vacuum pump specialist would need to advise you regarding this, as the capacity of evacuation reduces in direct proportion to the vacuum depth. Every vacuum pump is supplied with operating curves that will show you the pumping speed at various vacuum depths. For general purposes, to calculate the evacuation of a vessel (suction pipe and water pump) within a given amount of time, we use the following formula:

Vessel Volume = V ft3 Time = T (minutes) Pressure = P2 (in Torr) Starting Pressure = P1 (In Torr) Pump Capacity = C (cfm) C = (V/T) In (P1/P2)

In this formula, vacuum is shown in Torr, which represents mm of mercury (mmHg). Torr is used because it is an absolute pressure scale in vacuum measurement.

Today’s vacuum priming system looks nothing like the old rusting liquid ring systems of old. A modern vacuum priming system will still contain two vacuum pumps mounted on a vacuum receiver vessel, but this is where the similarity stops.

As shown in Fig. 4, the modern vacuum priming system typically uses an oil-lubricated rotary vane vacuum pump. This pump will have an operating vacuum level in excess of 29"Hg for evacuating water suction pipes to significant vertical depths. In addition, the capacity of the pump selection can be varied according to how fast you need to accomplish the task. The benefit of the oil-lubricated pump is the reduced motive power. Reduced motor hp = less energy costs. As sealing water is no longer required, leaks are a thing of the past. There is no water wastage and no more external rusting of the system. A modern electronic control panel complete with a graphical touch screen enables the operator to select the desired operating mode to suit his anticipated needs.

The system will automatically lead/lag or cascade the pumps on and off to offer equal operating hours, and minimum run timers will prevent the motors from overheating. Purge cycles will pump out vapor trapped in the system and prevent rusting of internal components and contamination of the lubricating oil. Visual and remote alarm systems are normally included within a basic system. A frequent option is an auto-drain system that will automatically evacuate any moisture that may find its way back to the vacuum receiver vessel, even when the system is in full operation.

In the event of a catastrophic failure of one of the vacuum priming float valves, an electro-pneumatic valve will automatically isolate the vacuum circuit, preventing the vacuum priming system from flooding.

In today’s energy-conscious world and in industrial facilities where unplanned maintenance calls costs thousands of dollars an hour in lost production, key steps for ensuring a reliable and cost-effective solution include making sure the vacuum pump priming system does exactly what it should and understanding what the user expects.

This article was co-written by Vacuforce LLC and Jonathan Snook of CompreVac Inc. CompreVac Inc. is based in Mississauga, Ontario (www.comprevac.com) and specializes in vacuum and compressed air systems for all types of industries, including water pumping and treatment plants. Jonathan is a marine engineer and general manager of CompreVac Inc. and can be reached via email at jonathan@comprevac.com. Illustrations for this article were provided by Daniel Pascoe of Davasol Inc., and he can be reached via www.davasol.com.

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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!

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Oilfield Products Overview

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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!

This product overview provides you with a summary of the general capabilities and technical information for a variety of HAWE Hydraulics‘ components for oilfield applications. It is supplemented with additional product-specific pamphlets containing detailed technical specifications and information on how to order these products. Additional documents are available upon request from your local HAWE office or at HAWEUSA.com.

Heavy Motions’ power take-offs (PTOs) HM1 and HM2 series are designed to work with the most popular medium and heavy duty transmission applications up to 250 lb-ft. Our HM1 series is for 6-bolt mounting and our HM2 series is for 8-bolt mounting. Our PTOs come with mechanical or air shifting, direct or remote mount, several internal ratios; air control valves; repair kits; and many more. If you are interested in receiving a copy, please feel free to contact us.

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2015 New Products Catalog

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Hercules is pleased to announce the release of the 2015 New Products Catalog.

This new catalog features new and expanded product lines to meet your repair needs. New product lines include the BHT high strength Rod, Piston, Symmetrical and Buffer Seals. New metric offerings include MYR-HT Buffer Seals, MPSQ5 Piston Seal Assemblies, MSWSHN Wiper Rings, and MHS8 O-Rings. Kits have been expanded to include new seal kits for Case, Caterpillar®, Hitachi, JCB, Kubota, Volvo and many more. To order your free copy of the Hercules 2015 New Products Catalog, visit the Company Literature section of the Hercules website at www.HerculesUS.com or call 866-625-0542.

Mobile manufacturers are constantly challenged by ever-changing trends and requirements for: safety, durability, fuel consumption, emissions, space constraints, weight reduction and environmental challenges, just to name a few. HYDAC can offer custom tailored solutions to turn these challenges into opportunities. Request a brochure to see many successful HYDAC mobile applications.

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Reman Pumps & Motors for Mobile Equipment

KuriKrimp™ Crimpers & Accessories Catalog

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Check out our catalog of Reman Units for Mobile Applications like construction and mining equipment. It covers our most commonly stocked hydraulic reman pumps and motors and is organized by machine model and by OEM part number. Keep in mind, this is merely commonly stocked items. Please contact us for availability of less common items. To view our catalog visit www.hydraulex.com/literature.php.

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• New improved Die Kages for protection and storage of dies for the KD100 series crimpers.

• New KD4-650 and KD4-1000 series crimpers for crimping larger ID industrial hoses.

• New line-up of KuriSaws™ cutting equipment.

• A new 10 ton fitting pusher is now offered.

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Compressed Air Filtration

Hydraulic Flanges and Components

LA-MAN CORPORATION • CIRCLE 406

MAIN MANUFACTURING PRODUCTS • CIRCLE 407

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.

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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.

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V080, V130 & V250 Directional Control Valves MUNCIE POWER PRODUCTS • CIRCLE 408

Take control of your hydraulic system with Muncie’s V080, V130 and V250 series hydraulic control valves. These high pressure sectional valves offer superior performance in a compact package, and can be configured with a full array of spool, control, and positioner options.

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Learn more about Muncie’s V080, V130 and V250 directional control valves at www. munciepower.com/valves.

Liquid Level Switches

Company Overview

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Liquid Level Switches are designed to shut down machinery or turn on warning devices when liquid supply recedes to a predetermined level. They can be wired to flash warning lights, sound howlers, shut down machines, or signal computers.

This is especially helpful in unattended automated plants. Available with a housing for external mounting or without housing for internal applications.

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.

Oil-Rite Corporation PO Box 1207 Manitwoc WI 54221-1207 Phone: (920) 682-6173 Email: sales@oilrite.com www.oilrite.com

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Gripping Systems and Clamping Technology

New and Improved Product Catalog

SCHUNK • CIRCLE 411

WORLD WIDE METRIC • CIRCLE 412

Totaling more than 60 years of experience, SCHUNK offers worldwide leading technology in gripping systems and clamping technology.

SCHUNK designs and manufactures an unmatched selection of gripping systems including grippers, rotary modules, linear modules, robotic components, sensors and accessories.

World Wide Metric’s updated CAST catalog features 358 pages of their fittings product line, along with technical information and drawings. Their wide selection includes DIN metric compression, JIC flared, BSP adaptors, conversion adaptors, ORFS, hose and hose fittings.

Catalog can be downloaded on their website with print version available upon request.

Check them out in the Gripping Systems Overview. Available upon request. www.us.schunk.com info@us.schunk.com

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YOUR CYLINDER SOURCE YATES INDUSTRIES, INC. • CIRCLE 413

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Yates Cylinders – an ISO-9001:2008 company with facilities in Michigan, Alabama and Georgia – 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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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 • can be installed in any mounting position • compact design • ATEX Certified • High Radial Load • Low noise levels

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Filtration Systems & Accessories ZINGA INDUSTRIES INC. • CIRCLE 415

Zinga Industries is a leading manufacturer of mobile hydraulic oil filters, and tank accessories. From 5 PSI to 6000 PSI, tank top, strainer, or spin-on, we have a filtration product to meet your needs. Tank accessories are the best available, and standard equipment with major OEM’s. We are an ISO registered company, celebrating 39 years in the hydraulic filtration Industry (1976 -2015). www.zinga.com

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IFPS Updates

AVAILABLE IFPS CERTIFICATIONS CFPAI Certified Fluid Power Accredited Instructor CFPAJPP Certified Fluid Power Authorized Job Performance Proctor CFPAJPPCC Certified Fluid Power Authorized Job Performance Proctor Connector & Conductor CFPE Certified Fluid Power Engineer

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Visit www.ifps.org to register or call 800-308-6005.

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"PROPER SIZING OF CONDUCTORS WHEN USING SINGLE ROD CYLINDERS"

April 16, 2015 - 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Eastern Presented by: Ernie Parker, CFPAI, Hennepin Technical College This presentation will cover proper line sizing of plumbing when using single rod cylinders and also explore pressure intensification due to some types of meter-out circuits.

There are various standards for velocities concerning plumbing, and even if the math is truly done properly, most of the hydraulic plumbing and cylinder ports are not sized properly.

These concepts will be discussed using very basic math to make participants aware of these problems for future sizing of components and plumbing.

“HOW TO FIX AN AIR LEAK SO IT STAYS FIXED”

June 4, 2015 - 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Eastern Presented by: Jon Jensen, CFPAI, SMC Corp. of America All personnel have a responsibility to control the costs and environmental impact of excessive energy use in their facilities. Leakage is an area of major concern in pneumatic systems, but leaks rarely get addressed because the feeling is that "they'll just come back!" This webcast will focus on the costs associated with air leaks, the typical causes of air leaks, and strategies to repair them so they don't come back.

“PROPORTIONAL VALVE AMPLIFIERS - SETUP, TUNING, AND TROUBLESHOOTING”

August 13, 2015, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Eastern Presented by: Ken Dulinski, CFPAI, Macomb Community College Basic operation of a proportional valve amplifier with LVDT feedback will be covered in this web presentation. Starting with the block diagram of an amplifier, we will discuss proper wiring methods followed by a step-by-step tuning procedure for maximum valve performance. Finally, we will discuss troubleshooting the amplifier using the built-in light indicators and a voltmeter to localize various common problems.

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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 CFPMEC (In Development) Mobile Electronic Controls CFPIEC (In Development) Industrial Electronic Controls

IFPS Newly Certified Professionals Brian Buckler, PS, Mead Fluid Dynamics Daphne Cai, HS

INTERESTED IN BECOMING AN IFPS ACCREDITED INSTRUCTOR OR JOB PERFORMANCE PROCTOR? IFPS Accredited Instructors (CFPAIs) are certified professionals who educate and prepare candidates for IFPS certification programs. Accredited Instructors have extensive backgrounds and instructional experience in the fluid power industry. In addition to their instructor accreditation, they are committed IFPS members and hold various IFPS certifications. Job Performance Proctors are individuals who hold various IFPS certifications and proctor the Job Performance portion of Mechanic, Technician, and Connector and Conductor (CC) hands-on tests. Visit www.ifps.org to learn more and register.

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All workshops are held at Hennepin Technical College - Eden Prairie, MN Will Cheesman, HS Eddie Collins, HS, DTS Fluid Power, LLC Sebastian Coy, HS Adam Cross, HS, Parker Hannifin Corp.

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Andrew Dotson, MHM, Altec Industries, Inc. James Fairman, MHM, Altec Industries, Inc. Amanda Hurd, HS, Parker Hannifin Corp.

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Devin Key, HS, Parker Hannifin Corp.

Javier Lopez, HS, Parker Servicios de Mexico John McConnell, HS, Parker Hannifin Corp.

Marty Niester, HS, Parker Hannifin Corp.

Anthony Ruberti, HS, Parker Hannifin Corp.

Samantha Schreiber, S, HS, Parker Hannifin Corp.

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Ronald Szarzynski, PS, Bimba Manufacturing Company Kazuyuki Uchida, HS, Parker Hannifin Japan Ltd. Kazuyuki Uchida, HS Kyle Ussery, HS Kirk Watson, S, HS, Skarda Equipment Co. Joshua Zimmerman, MHM, Altec Industries, Inc.

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IFPS Updates

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Certification Review Training Certification review training offered through third-party accredited instructors vary in hours. You'll learn how to use the math required for testing, analyze and design systems, select components, and prepare and properly take certification tests.

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HYDRAULIC SPECIALIST (HS) CERTIFICATION REVIEW

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Online Live-Distance Learning October 2015 dates available.

Review and testing offered through CFC Industrial Training, Inc. E-mail: register@cfc-solar.com Fairfield, OH Review: April 6-8, 2015 Written Test: April 8, 2015 Review: October 19-21, 2015 Written Test: October 21, 2015 Review and testing offered through Eaton Hydraulics Training Services E-mail: hydraulicstraining@eaton. com Eden Prairie, MN Review: April 14-16, 2015 Written Test: April 17, 2015 Review: November 10-12, 2015 Written Test: November 13, 2015 Review and testing offered through NTT Training E-mail: bwilson@nttinc.com Sacramento, CA Review: May 12-14, 2015 Job Performance and Written Tests: May 15, 2015 Centennial, CO Review: July 7-9, 2015 Job Performance and Written Tests: July 10, 2015

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MOBILE HYDRAULIC MECHANIC (MHM) REVIEW W/JOB PERFORMANCE TEST

The online Mobile Hydraulic Certification Review (for written test), offered through CFC Industrial Training, Inc., covers all chapters of the MHM Study Manual (6.5 hours) and every outcome to prepare for the written MHM test. Members receive 20% off with coupon code.

Virginia Beach, VA Review: December 15-16, 2015 Job Performance and Written Tests: December 17, 2015

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Virginia Beach, VA Review: May 12-14, 2015 Job Performance and Written Tests: May 15, 2015

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NEW INSTALLATION VIDEO SHOWS PROPER MOUNTING OF ELECTRIC CLUTCH TO HYDRAULIC PUMP Ogura Industrial has created installation videos to help customers who may have questions regarding proper installation and mounting of electric clutches used on hydraulic pumps.

The first video covers the installation of smaller torque clutches that are typically mounted to an L-shaped bracket with a hydraulic pump mounted onto one side of the bracket. The videos show the proper installation of the clutch field assembly to the bracket and the mounting of the clutch rotor/pulley along with the correct bolt tightening torques. The second video covers the installation for the higher-torque hydraulic pumps that can be found on fishing vessels, heavy-duty mobile applications, and marine generator sets. Most of these large clutches also require a universal joint attachment, and this video shows the proper mounting of the u-joint flange to the Ogura clutch.

The videos are available at www. ogura-clutch.com and on YouTube.

Left to right: Tony Marsala, GM director; Thad O’Brien, MR&P senior account manager; Sid Schroff, MR&P director of operations, River Falls; and Beverly J. Gaskin, GM executive director

Minnesota Rubber and Plastics Receives Excellence Award Minnesota Rubber and Plastics (MR&P) has been awarded the Supplier Quality Excellence Award by General Motors. The annual award is presented to suppliers achieving zero defects in a year. MR&P is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minn. and employs over 1,000 people in sales and manufacturing locations in North America, Europe, and Asia.

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BOSCH REXROTH APPROVES HOUGHTON FLUIDS FOR FILTER SELECT TOOL SERVI FLUID POWER OPENS NEW FACILITY Servi Fluid Power, a division of the Servi Group, has moved into a new assembly plant in Houston, Tex., consisting of approximately 20,000 square feet of combined office and manufacturing space.

The executive team has implemented new operations to streamline the assembly process while bringing new innovation to the high-pressure testing requirements for several regulatory bodies, such as DNV, ABS, and CE/PED. www.servi-inc.com

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Bosch Rexroth will include Houghton International hydraulic fluids in its Filter Select sizing software program. The program allows users to input varying fluid types, viscosities, and temperatures, and evaluates the pressure drop across Rexroth filters. With close cooperation between the two companies, an extensive database of fluid information was developed and loaded into the program. www.houghtonintl.com

CURTISS-WRIGHT SELLS DOUGLAS EQUIPMENT BUSINESS Curtiss-Wright Corp. sold the assets of its Douglas Equipment business to a subsidiary of Textron Inc. The transaction was in alignment with the company’s operating margin improvement initiatives and enables it to focus on its core commercial aerospace business. Located in Cheltenham, UK, Douglas Equipment is a supplier of commercial aviation ground support vehicles, including a range of towbarless and conventional aircraft tractors and runway friction measuring devices. www.curtiss-wright.com

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HYDRAULIC SUPPLY COMPANY OPENS RETAIL STORE IN SOUTH CAROLINA

ULTRA CLEAN TECHNOLOGIES TO ATTEND CONEXPO LATIN AMERICA

Hydraulic Supply Company opened its 22nd retail store in its extended new domestic territory covering South Carolina, North Carolina, Alabama, and Tennessee. The new store displays more than 8,000 products in stock and offers numerous in-store services, including hose assembly, tube bending and flaring, and manual valve assembly. All stores are supported by the company’s central distributor center, which offers more than 17,000 products in stock for quick delivery to any of its locations.

Ultra Clean Technologies will be an exhibitor at the first-ever CONEXPO in Latin America.

The event will mark the first time the company has attended any show in South America and is an important step in the company’s plans to expand in the Latin American market. www.ultracleantech.com

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NORGREN ANNOUNCES NAME CHANGE Norgren is now part of a new division under long-time parent company, IMI plc. All of IMI’s fluid power businesses will be brought into a single division called IMI Precision Engineering. Norgren’s range of products will become IMI Norgren, one of a portfolio of flagship product brands that also includes IMI Buschjost, IMI FAS, IMI Maxseal, and IMI Herion. www.imi-precision.com

ASCO NUMATICS ANNOUNCES 2015 INDUSTRIAL AUTOMATION ENGINEERING SCHOLARSHIPS ASCO Numatics has begun accepting applications for its 2015 Industrial Automation Engineering Scholarship program. The company will award two $5,000 scholarships to U.S. engineering students, provide $1,000 grants to their college’s engineering departments, and host the students at “The Amazing Packaging Race” at PACK EXPO International 2015 in Las Vegas, Nev., in September. The deadline to apply is April 3, 2015. www.asconumatics.com/scholarship

GHN ANNOUNCES NEW COMPANY DIRECTION Galland Henning Nopak, Inc. (GHN) started this year by unveiling a new direction for the brand that capitalizes on their two product lines: Nopak Fluid Power Solutions and Galland Henning High Density Baling Solutions. This was followed by a move to a new facility in Franklin, Wis. that sits on six acres of land and houses cutting-edge CNC machinery. All company literature has been updated, which is available on the company’s website or in print through mail. The website allows users to search for a nearby distributor, and with the 3D product configurator, customers can build, price, and generate CAD models and drawings in multiple formats. www.nopak.com

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By Chuck White and Ryan Webster, Hallite Seals America, Inc.

New

TEST METHOD Raises Performance Standard for Rod Wipers in Hydraulic Systems

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irt ingression is a major cause of hydraulic system inefficiency, degradation, and failure. Although superior filtration systems exist and are used to limit exposure to contaminants, there are a number of locations in a typical hydraulic system that remain vulnerable. Breather ports, external couplers, and power shaft systems that drive hydraulic pumps, external motors, and cylinders are included among areas that may be compromised. This article describes a new, innovative test method developed by Hallite in cooperation with Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE) to assess the amount of dirt entering a simulated hydraulic system through the rod wiper located on the hydraulic cylinder. It will discuss why and how such a test method (or specification) for rod wipers was developed, as well as the test procedure and conclusion derived from putting four different wiper products to the test, setting a new standard for the future of testing rod wipers in hydraulic systems.

Test Fixture - Drawing 1

The oil is heated.

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Oil is pumped and fed beneath the rod wiper.

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Oil drains back to the reservoir.

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Dust moves at a high velocity

DUST CHAMBER

inside the chamber, as air is

TEST SAMPLE ROD WIPER

forced in.

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The rod wiper cleans the rod.

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The particle counter detects dust particles.

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OIL RESERVOIR

OIL HEATER

The Quest for Standardization The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) ISO 4406 provides a standard for rating contamination in hydraulic fluids. The standard establishes criteria that codes the amount of contamination for particles that are >4, >6, and >14 microns in size. Manufacturers of filtration systems and products use these codes to identify the level of protection that is provided by their products. The manufacturers of hydraulic components (valves, cylinders, pumps, etc.) use these codes to establish operational limits of contamination. However, hydraulic cylinder manufacturers struggle to define operational limits and deploy repeatable methods to prevent contamination ingression with any level of confidence. This is due to the axial movement of the rod, which plunges contamination into the cylinder and consequently into the hydraulic system. The key component that minimizes this from happening is the rod wiper.

Prior to this project, the only standardized test to assess contaminant exclusion of rod wipers was SAE J1195. Though some of the elements of SAE J1195 were valid to replicate hydraulic cylinders, key components were missing that provided valid conditions to assess the effectiveness of a rod wiper.

Since most hydraulic systems utilize multiple hydraulic cylinders to support linear actuation functions in the equipment, the potential for dirt ingression into the system increases exponentially. This fact makes a standard test method for dirt ingression prevention very important.

Specification MSOE utilized SAE J1195 as a baseline to begin development of a test procedure. This included the application of industry best practices compiled from the input and feedback of hydraulic cylinder manufacturers. After numerous trials and adjustments were conducted over an eight-month period to best simulate actual field conditions, a repeatable, verifiable test standard was established.

MSOE’s Fluid Power Institute™ built a test rig with the following rod wiper ingression test parameters: Test duration: 24,000 cycles (80,000 linear feet travel) Cycle rate: 0.25 Hz (10 to 10.5 inches per second) Stroke length: 40 inches total Test pressure: atmospheric Test temperature: 150°F +/-2°F Test oil: MIL-PRF-46170 ISO 12103-1-A4 coarse test dust

Procedure The test rod wiper was installed in the rod end of the cylinder housing along with a TPE-faced, two-piece rod seal (Hallite Type 16 profile) to simulate typical boundary lubrication that is found on the rod in standard cylinder applications. The hydraulic circulation fluid was heated to 150°F by heaters located in the reservoir, and the hydraulic fluid was circulated with the cylinder rod fully retracted (not cycling) until the temperature was achieved. The rod was then cycled through the dust chamber for the duration of 80,000 linear feet, and dirt content was measured in the oil reservoir via the particle counter (Fig. 1).

Test Results

The 520 wipers also provided a high level of protection against contamination when compared to similar competitor wipes. Review of the data shows the wipers (520 and 820) performed better during the entire test, allowing for less contaminant ingression than competitors. Both competitor wipers showed a higher degree of ingression as the test proceeded. Data suggests that the design and material combination for the wipers promotes best ingression protection with improved wear characteristics.

Conclusion The hydraulic cylinder manufacturing industry now has a valid test procedure for rod wipers. Developed through Hallite’s cooperation with MSOE, this new test procedure enables the highest level of accurately assessing and measuring dry dirt ingression available. It is a major leap forward, establishing a repeatable pattern for the industry’s innovation of future test methods focused on wiper technologies used in a wide variety of real-world operating environments. And it demonstrates the value of continued commitment to understanding and developing technologies to improve the effectiveness of hydraulic seals and how they interact.

Test results are based on the conditions and methods as described in this article. Testing was completed by MSOE in cooperation with Hallite.

MSOE tested the Hallite 520 and 820 wipers against two competitors.

Based on these results, the 820 wipers provided the most protection, allowing the least amount of contamination into the test fixture. Note: the 820 wipers utilize a secondary protective structure outboard of the primary wiper lip (referred to as “Umbrella Wiper Technology”), which accounts for the better ingression protection.

ABOUT THE AUTHORS: Ryan Webster is director of engineering and manages all seal design and development activities. Chuck White is business development manager focused on the company’s sales efforts. More information can be found by visiting www.hallite.com.

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NFPA Updates

The NFPA Fluid Power Challenge Makes Some Very Successful “Firsts” Firsts: the first time you rode your bike without training wheels, the first time you spoke in front of a large audience, or your first year away from home at college. Many times, these firsts are not completely successful.

That is not the case with the inaugural NFPA Fluid Power Challenge hosted at Joliet Junior College by Caterpillar Inc. and Industrial Hard Chrome on November 14, 2014.

This event had 17 teams competing, which is impressive for an inaugural event. Teachers said that this event was “inspiring” and “the best way for them (students) to learn.”

The Fluid Power Challenge is a skillsbased competition. Teams consisted of four students that were challenged to solve a re-

al-life engineering problem using fluid power. Awards were given to the winning teams in five categories: Best Portfolio, Teamwork, Best Design, Best Machine Performance, and Overall Champion.

But in the end, all the students who participated were winners. They learned how to problem solve, work in a team, and solve a real-world-type problem. And for many of the students, this was a “first” for them, as well.

Phil McCluskey, Randy Peterson, Ron Shinogle, Mark Landers, and Patrick Crayhon of Caterpillar and Industrial Hard Chrome, and everyone at Joliet Junior College, worked to make this event a reality.

iment, and multivariate technique was used to investigate efficiency of the sensor. The result showed that the dielectric sensor was able to detect different levels of iron and ISO test dust contamination in hydraulic fluid.

The dielectric sensor will benefit the fluid power industry by providing a low-cost means for detecting fluid contaminants on vehicles during operations,

eliminating the need for fluid sampling until a problem is detected, detecting potential problems early before catastrophic failure, and lowering maintenance cost and reducing downtime.

If you are interested in hosting a Fluid Power Challenge event in your community, contact Lynn Beyer at lbeyer@nfpa.com.

NFPA-Funded Research Project Underway to Develop Contaminant Sensor at Iowa State

Students at Iowa State University are working on a research project, Dielectric Spectroscopic Sensor Development for Hydraulic Fluid Contamination Detection, funded by the NFPA Education and Technology Foundation. The goal of the project is to develop a practical dielectric sensor for detecting contaminants in hydraulic fluids.

The sensor was designed and fabricated to be low-cost and capable of connecting inline.

A hydraulic test circuit was built for the exper-

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For more information on the Iowa State project, contact Sue Chase at schase@nfpa.com.

NFPA 2015 Detroit and Minneapolis Regional Meetings NFPA is excited to announce the following dates and locations for the NFPA 2015 Detroit and Minneapolis regional meetings. Both of these meetings will be held in conjunction with other fluid power events at their respec-

tive locations, giving attendees even more reason to attend. On March 26 at Macomb Community College, 44 teams of 8th graders will compete in the inaugural Detroit-area Fluid Power Challenge. At Hennepin Techni-

cal College in April, a Fluid Power Career Fair is being held at the Brooklyn Park campus on April 22, as well as the Minneapolis Fluid Power Skills Competition at the Eden Prairie campus on April 23.

Thursday, March 26

Wednesday, April 22

2015 Detroit Regional Meeting

2015 Minneapolis Regional Meeting

11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Macomb Community College Warren, MI 48092

11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Hennepin Technical College Brooklyn Park, MN 55445

Registration for both events will begin on February 2, and as always, NFPA regional meetings are free and open to members and non-members. Contact Leslie Miller at 414-778-3369 or lmiller@nfpa.com.

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NFPA Updates

Students Learn About Fluid Power Through NFPAFunded Projects

The NFPA Education and Technology Foundation awarded six teaching grants. The projects began in January 2015 and give students the opportunity to learn about and study fluid power.

At Western New England University, a senior mechanical engineering student is involved in the design and modeling of the Development of Servo-Pneumatic Experi-

mental and Learning Platform project, led

by Professor Jose Riofrio.

At the Milwaukee School of Engineering, a team of students from mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and computer science will develop and design the Educational Agile Pneumatic Robot project, led by Professor Luis Rodriguez.

At the Georgia Institute of Technology, students will be introduced to advanced control techniques in their ME6404 Pneumatics coursework, led by Professor William Singhose.

At Hennepin Technical College, students will build, design, and source components for the Hydro-Cycle project, led by a student, Chase Korth.

At Purdue University, students will design and develop a Multi-User Load-Sensing System Educational Test Station, led by Professor Andrea Vacca. Upon completion, the test station will be used for lab exercises in ABE 435 Hydraulic Control Systems coursework.

At the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, teams of students will develop the project timeline, design, analyze, assemble, and test a bicycle for the Exploring Fluid Power Through Fluid-Powered Bicycle project, led by Professor Elizabeth Hsiao-Wecksler.

For more information about the projects and how you can get involved, contact Sue Chase at schase@ nfpa.com.

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2015 NFPA Annual Conference – March 11-13, 2015

Industry leaders from across the fluid power supply chain will convene in San Diego, Calif., from March 11-13, 2015 for the 2015 Annual Conference of the National Fluid Power Association (NFPA). The conference is widely regarded as one of the best opportunities for industry decision-makers to come together for education and networking.

According to NFPA CEO Eric Lanke, “The NFPA Annual Conference is an opportunity for our members to meet, learn from one another, and build lasting business relationships. This year, our members will hear from expert speakers on factors critically important for success in the coming years, including how you view innovation and the opportunities new ideas will present to your business, additive manufacturing’s impact on how fluid power products are designed and moved through the supply chain, and, is there a new era of entrepreneurship around the corner? They’ll also hear about the macroeconomic factors that will affect their business in the next decade.”

NFPA has secured a number of high-profile speakers to provide multiple perspectives on the issue, including Foresight 20/20 – Ten Trends Transforming Tomorrow – Jack Uldrich, global futurist, author Opportunity Thinking in an Industrial-Based Business – Pam Henderson, Ph.D., CEO, NewEdge, Inc. Crosscurrents: U.S. Prosperity in a Slow-Growing World – Jim Meil, principal, industry analyst, ACT Research The Impact of 3D Printing on Industrial Manufacturing – Alex Chausovsky, senior principal analyst, Industrial Automation, IHS Technology Manufacturers are from Mars, Distributors are from Venus – Understanding the Differences to Build Stronger Partnerships – Robert L. Segal, principal, Frank Lynn & Associates, Inc. Because NFPA’s members have a variety of different reasons for attending the conference, the featured speakers have been balanced to appeal to decision-makers across this spectrum. And importantly, because diversity of membership provides opportunities to learn from each other, unique knowledge-sharing activities have been added to facilitate this interaction.

Visit http://nfpaevents.com/nfpa-annual-conference/ for more information.

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New Problem

Excessive Pressure Drop on a Test Stand A hydraulic distributor designed and built a test stand with various sizes of sub-plates for mounting and testing pressure and directional valves. There were 10 sub-plates in all. They had a piston pump with a pressure compensator set at 4,000 psi and a volume adjustment with a range of 2 to 10 gpm of flow. A safety relief was used and set at 4,200 psi, as well as a kidney loop/cooling unit. The unit also had a flow meter on the main tank return line.

The pump pressure and return connections were two-bar type manifolds with ½" SAE #8 quick disconnects, and each sub-plate also had ½" quick disconnects (QD) for hose connections. Sub-plates needing a drain and/or pilot pressure connections used ¼" QDs and hoses. They had a nicely designed hose rack for unused hose to drain. The QDs were the flat-face type to reduce the spillage typical of connecting and removing hose on a test stand.

With this arrangement, they intended to plumb up the valve to be tested to an actuator. There was a motor and a single rod cylinder for completing the setup. In general, it was a fairly nice valve test stand.

To test out the stand for performance, they mounted a new ISO-3 (D02) directional valve rated at 14 gpm with a 72-psi pressure drop. It

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was mounted, and the hoses with the QDs were attached to the pressure and tank manifolds and to the motor. The valve was a blocked-centered, 3-position, 4-way with solenoids on both ends.

With the directional valve in the blocked center position, they set the safety relief valve and adjusted the compensator. Next, they wanted to set the flow on the pump to its full flow of 10 gpm. They connected an electrical cord to one of the solenoids, shifting it so the motor would run freely and they would see the return flow through the flow meter.

As they were increasing the flow, the pump pressure started climbing beyond the 72-psi pressure drop expected for 14 gpm, and once they had all 10-gpm pump flow going back to the tank, the pump pressure was 600 psi.

They rightfully determined that there must be a restriction somewhere or that the motor required a much higher-pressure drop than expected. To check this, they disconnected the motor and looped one of the hoses to connect the A and B ports on the ISO-3 sub-plate. They still had the high-pressure drop. They tried another new valve off the shelf, and it didn’t help. They inspected the sub-plate to find all the drilled holes and fittings were drilled properly. They thought that may-

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Solution to Previous Problem OUTRIGGERS LOCKED-UP ON DIGGER DERRICK TRUCK

By Robert Sheaf, CFPAI/AJPP, CFPE, CFPS, CFPECS, CFPMT, CFPMIP, CFPMMH, CFPMIH, CFPMM, CFC Industrial Training

When outriggers fail to retract, not only can pressure spikes cause the problem, but temperature changes can also affect the pressure in trapped fluids. For every 10°F change in temperature, common hydraulic oil will expand approximately 0.5%. If it is trapped in a confined area like outriggers that are bottomed out, its pressure will increase approximately 1,000 psi per 10°F of temperature change. The ambient temperature (air temperature) changed 50°, increasing the trapped pressure an additional 4,000 to 5,000 psi. The mechanic brought four bags of ice from their ice-making machine, layed them on the outrigger cylinder tubes, and in no time, the oil cooled down, lowering the trapped pressure to a point where the system pressure would now open the locking pilot to open checks.

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be a QD was malfunctioning, so they replaced all the QDs and at the same time checked all the ½" hoses for obstructions. None were found.

They did notice that one end of all the ½" hoses had a male SAE O-ring thread, and the other end used a 37° tube union with an O-ring to connect to the QD. The hose had a female 37° that the other end of the union fit into. The 37° tube threads are identical to the SAE O-ring, and a lot of shops (including ours) just add the #908 O-ring to convert it to a SAE #8 connection.

They had a hose with female 37° ends on both ends, so they looped the pressure and tank manifold connections together, and the pressure was less than 20 psi. They eliminated the pump outlet to the manifold plumbing.

The problem was printed in our Jan/Feb 2015 issue. You can see it at www.fluidpowerjournal.com.

Any idea what could be causing the problem?

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THE PANEL

GARY GOTTING moved from Sussex, England, to the United States 15 years ago and has more than 30 years of experience in the fluid power industry and electro-hydraulics international arena, holding roles of increasing responsibility in various design, manufacturing, sales, and marketing positions. In 2013, Mr. Gotting moved to Sun Hydraulics Corp. in Sarasota, Fla. to take up a senior position in the marketing area promoting all aspects of the company’s cartridge valves, controllers, and integrated package products.

DAVE STAGG graduated from the University of New Mexico with a degree in economics. He started working in the fluid power industry in 1976 purely by accident. Mr. Stagg has spent the majority of his career involved in mobile hydraulic sales through distribution, and he currently works for HAWE Hydraulics as the western regional sales manager.

JEFF FINCH is senior vice president and general manager for Eaton Hydraulics Products and Markets.

He leads a high-performance global team of product management, engineering, business development, program management, and other professionals responsible for profitably growing the hydraulics business. Mr. Finch is an active participant in the Association for Hose and Accessories Distribution and the National Fluid Power Association.

RICK SPORRER, CFPHS, is vice president of sales (Americas) for Danfoss Power Solutions. He is responsible for the sales organization in North and South America, including account management, order management, systems and application engineering, and warranty administration. Mr. Sporrer has held positions in design engineering, applications engineering, account management, warranty administration, quality, and continuous improvement during his 24 years with the company.

THE QUESTIONS What areas of growth or opportunity do you see developing in 2015 for the domestic/international mobile market?

GOTTING: Following and supporting OEM customers that expand to other countries, and offering new products that allow opening new markets in different global arenas.

STAGG: In 2015, there are opportunities in agricultural equipment.

There is an increasing demand for more mechanized fruit harvesting equipment due to the rising labor rates and lack of workers available to do the work.

FINCH: Many are still struggling with how to view the markets since

the great recession. We’ve seen more volatility and more of a mixed bag globally. However, amidst all that volatility, the macro trends favor our industry—from rising food production needs, to efficiency increases and carbon footprint reductions, and increased needs for intelligent machines to make job sites more productive and safe. Coming down from the macro to the street level, that same volatility and uncertainty is driving our customers to look for innovative solutions and move beyond the status quo.

One direction the market has followed is the development of more intelligent systems, and that is certainly the case for Eaton products, as well. The concept of electro-hydraulics, instead of purely hydraulic or mechanical hydraulic solutions, is developing across the industry. For example, advanced mobile valves with built-in electronics allow for onboard pressure sensing and internal position sensing. These electronic technologies have built-in software for pre-loaded functions, which are built into valves to control specific machine functions.

Another opportunity lies in complete hydraulic system solutions, which are becoming more popular with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) who today want an entire system that works seamlessly together.

SPORRER: Most economists are expecting the U.S. economy to expand about 3% in 2015. If accurate, it would be the first year of 3% growth since 2005. Economic growth and the production and consumption of goods are a positive indicator for the material handling equipment market. The continued steady increase in single-family housing starts, coupled with the recent lowering of mortgage interest rates, are positive indicators for the construction equipment business in North America.

In 2014, the U.S. government announced an initiative to increase investment in ports, roads, bridges, broadband networks, and drinking water and sewer systems by facilitating partnerships between federal, state, and local governments and private sector investors. More recently, the government announced a new set of infrastructure tax proposals that will improve the ability to combine public and private investment so that local and state governments can more easily work with the private sector to advance the public interest. This effort is a positive indicator for the construction, road building, and material handling markets.

Mobile equipment manufacturers will continue to invest in technologies that provide differentiation and increase the value to the end customer. One such solution is telematics, and we anticipate

that smaller OEMs will continue to follow the lead of larger OEMs in telematics-enabled machinery this year.

Internationally, safety regulations in Europe have driven and will continue to drive development of solutions to help customers meet the safety requirements.

What challenges (in terms of technology, regulations, efficiency, productivity, etc.) will the mobile market face in the upcoming year, and what does the industry need to do to handle these challenges?

GOTTING: Simplified but smart products; an increase in bundled technology; simpler-to-apply integrated solutions that are more compact, lighter, and easier to integrate; dock-to-stock requirements from customers to provide better inventory control; and lead times that are less than four weeks.

STAGG: The Tier 4 engine regulations and talk of a potential Tier 5

requirement are a large source of concern for mobile OEMs. These regulations require extensive machine redesign and add significant cost to the machines. I am not sure that the industry can impact these new regulations.

FINCH: Regulations have had a tremendous impact on the industry for the past decade. Tier 4 requirements drove a tremendous amount of cost, but also drove (and is still driving) innovation.

From a mobile machine standpoint, it’s very interesting to participate in the evolution of the technology. We are making a rapid leap toward more advanced machines, and that’s just the start.

From purely mechanical, to a mix of central and distributed intelligence, to fully intelligent components that are plug and play, the most exciting aspect as we move up that technology curve is that we are closing in on fluid power technologies and intelligence that is much easier for the designer to apply, invisible to the operators, and easier for the technicians who work on them. With connected machinery, productivity is beginning to take off.

Another challenge of interest is the productivity of our customers. When discussing productivity, our industry tends to focus on the productivity of the machine end user, but we must also be aware of the productivity of OEMs who are designing, building, and servicing machines. Easier-to-use software, built-in function blocks, on-board sensing and diagnostics, and self-calibrating plug-and-play components for easy replacement are all examples that are helping make their selection, design, prototyping, and production processes much faster and more efficient.

Safety requirements have also risen to the forefront, as Safety Integrity Level (SIL) mandates require components and system design to have certain capabilities to provide adequate machine safeguards. Customers are now looking to OEMs and component suppliers to help meet SIL capabilities.

Finally, across many types of equipment, customers are looking for increased hose performance. Pressures are going higher (500-bar pressure is not uncommon for closed-loop transmissions), and reliable hoses can be key to equipment uptime. To extend hose life and meet these pressure challenges, we’re working to improve abrasion resistance and provide better flexibility for ease of installation.

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MOBILE MARKET SPORRER: For years, mobile equipment man-

ufacturers have been devoting the majority of their engineering resources to Tier 4 engine integration. Engineering organizations are now being challenged to bring on a new wave of innovation and offset cost increases associated with Tier 4. To accomplish this more quickly

and efficiently, equipment manufacturers and suppliers must identify ways to work together.

Another challenge that exists in the industry is the overall experience level of engineering groups. Many equipment manufacturers do not have the engineering capacity for specialization in hydraulics and electronic controls.

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Finally, attracting and retaining experienced manufacturing support personnel is stretching our supply base resources. Improvements in manufacturing productivity and the implementation of new manufacturing technologies are typically paced by the availability of supplier resources and/ or our own experienced team members. Improving our ability to share best practices globally will help us leverage the experience of our teams.

Eaton LifeSense Hydraulic Hose Condition Monitoring System

How can the mobile market ensure the longevity of its workforce and attract young people into the field?

When hose failure is not an option,

When your operations are critical, hydraulic hose failure can be catastrophic. Beyond idled assets, a failed hydraulic hose can damage equipment, harm the environment and pose personal safety issues.

That’s why Eaton’s LifeSense technology continually monitors the condition of your hoses and issues an alert when a hose is near the end of its useful life.

GOTTING: More colleges offering mechatron-

ics courses, re-training, and the introduction of smart products that combine hydraulics with electronic controllers that are interesting, captivating, and familiar to many young people who use high-tech and visual indicators in their daily lives with ease.

STAGG: The mobile market can attract young

people by supporting existing schools that offer degrees in fluid power, visit and recruit from these schools, and offer apprenticeship programs to students. Keeping pay rates in line with other professions in competitive markets will also contribute to longevity in the workforce.

Learn more at Eaton.com/LifeSense

SPORRER: We need to continue to explore opportunities to increase the flexibility of our workforce. Our colleagues in Europe are fortunate to have apprenticeship programs that allow them to focus on training individuals with the desire to build a career in the mobile

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FINCH: The convergence of electronics and hydraulics is continually reinventing the industry, leveraging new innovations to change the dynamics of fluid power technology— which is, in turn, creating a more innovative and thus more attractive field. Promoting this evolving industry will help build a better perception of fluid power—from leaky and noisy machines of old to the mechatronics and complete machine design we work on today.

Another step is catching students in K-12 to promote our evolving field and to get young people excited before they reach the university level.

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THE QUESTIONS sector. In the U.S., we need to find ways to encourage younger individuals preparing to enter the workforce to strive for longer-term careers in the field.

The mobile market can improve in this area by teaming with and supporting educational partners. By working with schools and universities, we can point out the types of career potential and technology available in the industry. Providing support for organizations like Project Lead the Way (https://www.pltw. org) and First Lego League (http://www. firstlegoleague.org/) are excellent ways that our industry can help attract the next generation of talent to our industry.

How can the mobile market remain competitive in 2015 and in the future?

GOTTING: Design smarter products that interface directly with vehicle infrastructures, wireless configuration, access via smart devices to allow in-field set-up, configuration, test, and diagnostics. Look to add prognostics for preventive maintenance, and start to fall in line with expectations set by the automotive industry for interconnectivity.

STAGG: The mobile market can remain com-

petitive by continuing to invest in the latest manufacturing technology, thus maintaining a competitive price in the marketplace.

These technologies will also allow us to offer high-quality products that are superior to those coming out of China. development around complete machine solutions is one of the best ways to take advantage of the benefits and capabilities of fluid power. Mobile equipment users across industries are looking for larger, faster, more powerful machines across the board, with increasing pressure and flow rates, as well as power density. As engine efficiency grows, hydraulics can help maximize machine power.

At the same time, customers are looking for ease of maintenance to help keep these big investments up and running. Integrating electronics with traditional hydraulic solutions— from valves to hoses and more—provides much needed monitoring and reporting.

When customers can easily determine when preventive maintenance is needed before a machine breaks down, they are getting the most out of their machines. These and other creative and intelligent ways to manage power can help the industry thrive. By focusing on the needs of everyone in the value chain, the market can continue to innovate and grow.

SPORRER: Companies in the mobile market segment can compete and endure by understanding and adapting to the interests and needs of the different generations that exist in our business. I have observed a number of companies adjusting their work environments so that communication tools and learning op-

portunities are targeted for each generation.

In today’s global market, regulatory challenges and easy access to information require even small companies to think globally. Companies can stay viable in their competitive climate with commitment to innovative technologies and responsiveness to customer needs.

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YOULI HYDRAULIC DIRECTIONAL CONTROL VALVES

PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT

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.

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SC HYDRAULICS NEWEST ADDITION L6-40 HIGH VOLUME PUMP • Pressures up to 5,000 psi with 125 psi air drive • Flows over 4GPM at no pressure and 3 GPM at 1,000 psi. with 140 scfm air drive • All wetted parts stainless steel • Compatible with most fluids • Air operated - No electricity needed • Dimensionally interchangeable with most competitive model pumps

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EXPANDED WELD COUPLING LINE Anchor Fluid Power has expanded our weld coupling offering to include NPT X NPT threaded couplings. Our 865 series is available in AISI 1020 carbon steel and 316L stainless steel materials. Sizes range from ¼" through 2". Additional sizes and custom configurations available upon request.

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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.

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D03 SANDWICH CHECK VALVE MODULES Inserta® Products offers Sandwich Check Valve Modules for use in D03 valve stacks. Each module may be ordered with either one or two Inserta® slip-in check valves. Each check valve may be provided with an orifice for fixed flow control. These compact modules feature in-line flow paths to lessen pressure drop.

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PENINSULAR CYLINDER’S CAD CONFIGURATOR SAVES TIME & MONEY! PENINSULAR CYLINDER’S CAD CONFIGURATOR is designed to eliminate ordering confusion & complexity in today’s hydraulic & pneumatic cylinder industry. Our CONFIGURATOR allows you to download & quote any NFPA or METRIC standard cylinder - quickly & efficiently. It provides you with our Peninsular part number along with a 2D or 3D cylinder CAD image that can be easily downloaded into your CAD drawings. Our CAD downloads are available in most common 2D & 3D formats.

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Eaton’s CCS 4 mobile contamination control system determines the exact particle size distribution of contamination, plus water saturation and fluid temperature. Measurement results obtained by the CCS 4 contamination control system determine a baseline for evaluating the wear condition of hydraulic components, adherence to norms and early detection of damage.

Features include: • Optical particle counting performed by a laser sensor • Exact evaluation of contamination classes according to ISO standards • Multiple measuring programs: special automatic measuring and conditioning operations such as single, continuous, cyclic and off-line • Output of saved measurements via USB interface onto USB flash drive • Data management (export in MS-Excel)

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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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).

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• 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

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FLUIDYNE'S REMAN PRODUCTS & PARTS FluiDyne buys original cores and discards out of spec parts. Our remanufactured units are carefully rebuilt and tested to the highest quality standards. Rebuilds are offered on pumps, motors, valves, and components. FluiDyne repairs Bosch-Rexroth, Continental, Oilgear, Racine and Vickers/Eaton and more.

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Call (586-296-7200) or visit our website at: www.fluidynefp.com for more information.

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AUTOMATIC O-RING ASSEMBLY TOOL Pneumatic multi motion parallel gripper facilitates o-ring placement, part ejection or part seating. Two sizes are available. Both have independent spreading, ejector movements providing hexagonal or octagonally stretched O-ring, requires less overall expansion, and considerably less deformation during assembly process. The ejector jaws push off the O-Ring seal onto the part being assembled.

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MOCAP manufactures a full line of protective closures including recently added sizes and styles of plastic Caps and Plugs for Metric, NPT, BSP, JIC and SAE Threaded Connections, Ports and Fittings. Also, recent additions are a line of Paper Caps and Plugs, as well as Pipe and Flange Protective Products.

These are in addition to MOCAP’s already extensive lines of low-cost Caps, Plugs, Grips, Netting, Tubing and Tapes for Product Protection, Finishing and Masking. Nearly all of our items are stocked for immediate shipment and now available in Mini-Pack and Micro-Pack quantities.

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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.

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Contact the company at 1-888-862-1064 or e-mail to service@powervalveusa.com.

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LOCKSTACKTM D03 ISOLATION SYSTEM Inserta® Products’ LockstackTM D03 Isolation System replaces the labor intensive use of thread stock for D03 valve stack assemblies.

The fasteners are available in ¼” increments up to 5 ½”. The Isolation Retainer engages the heads of the fasteners to prevent loosening of the stack during disassembly of the component(s) above. The system is ideal for use with horizontal stack assemblies.

INSERTA® PRODUCTS Blue Bell, PA www.inserta.com

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OIL/AIR COOLER OACN 100

PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT

Time tested design, with quality constructed components will help your machine keep its cool in even the most demanding of conditions.

• High-performance aluminum core • Ideal for hydraulic oil, gear lubricant oil, motor oil and water-glycol • Compact design • Pressure to 26 bar • Max. flow 16 GPM

KTR CORPORATION 122 Anchor Road - Michigan City, IN 46360 [USA] Tel 1-219-872-9100 - Fax 1-219-872-9150 www.ktr.com

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NEW RESERVOIR BREATHER – TBN 310 Zinga Industries, Inc. is pleased to announce a new reservoir breather. The TBN 310 has been engineered to be a strong competitor in the spin-on reservoir breather market.

Features of the TBN 310: • 10 micron cellulose element • 3/4” NPTF nylon mounting • 40 SCFM normal air flow capacity • Direct interchange for other manufacturer’s 310 models • Private labeling available • Easy installation • Competitively priced • Made in the USA

ZINGA INDUSTRIES, INC. www.zinga.com

RAF SERIES TANK TOP RETURN FILTER RTF SERIES TANK TOP RETURN FILTER Clean Filtration U.S.A. is proud to offer their RAF and RTF tank top return filter assemblies. With inventory in Houston these filter assemblies are very competitively priced to meet U.S. market demands. From 3/4" NPT to 3-1/2" SAE code 61 flange porting, these filters offer flow range from 14 GPM to 264 GPM. Synthetic glass fiber filter elements come in 5, 10, and 20 micron ratings for best pressure drop flow conditions. With inventory on the shelf in Houston, and very competitive pricing, we invite your inquiry.

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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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CLEAN FILTRATION U.S.A. 1-888-861-8058 or 713-861-8058. service@cleanfiltrationusa.com www.cleanfiltrationusa.com

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“AA” FLANGE, 1DG SERIES DOUBLE PUMPS “A” FLANGE, 2DG SERIES DOUBLE PUMPS “B” FLANGE, 3DG SERIES DOUBLE PUMPS PIRANHAFLEX™ SERIES PFAN388NC NON-CONDUCTIVE 100R7 HYDRAULIC HOSE Piranhaflex™ Series PFAN388NC is ideal for medium pressure hydraulic lines commonly used on vehicle mounted aerial devices such as Boom Trucks and Cherry Pickers. Hose is lightweight and flexible and complies with the ANSI 92.2 standard for Vehicle Mounted Aerial Devices. Product features less than 50 microamperes leakage when subjected to 75,000 volts/ft. for 5 minutes. Ideal hose for non-conductive medium pressure hydraulic hose applications.

This hose has a temperature range of -40ºF (-40ºC) to +200ºF (+93ºC) for petroleum based hydraulic fluids.

Visit http://kuriyama.thomasnet.com/category for more quality hoses and accessories.

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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 394 Toll free: 800-984-9727 Local: 713-984-8144 Fax: 713-461-9631 Email: service@honorpumps.com Web: www.honorpumps.com

BEVEL HELICAL GEARBOX Bevel Helical Gearboxes from STM features a very rigid monolithic structure suitable for applications with weighty loads.

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Ratios from 8/1 up to 550/1 A choice of mounting options Standard IEC flange and shaft motor input 0.09kw up to 90kw Robust and durable design

YOUNG POWER TECH, INC. youngpowertech.com 610-558-0760

V250 DIRECTIONAL CONTROL VALVE Muncie Power Products is pleased to introduce the latest addition to its lineup of directional control valves, the V250. Designed for flow capabilities of up to 75 GPM, the V250 is built to withstand extreme, high pressure applications. With high-grade iron castings, hard chrome and nickel-plated spools, the V250 is built to resist wear and promote long product life. Its versatile design lends well to many configurations with different spool, control, positioner and accessory options, allowing for customization.

Take control of your hydraulic system today with Muncie Power Products’ V250.

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Calendar of Events

APRIL 1

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20-23

JOB PERFORMANCE PROCTOR WORKSHOP

Cincinnati, OH CFC-Solar, Inc. Tel: 513-874-3225 www.cfc-solar.com

Elyria, OH Parker Hannifin Corp.

Tel: 216-896-2495 www.parker.com

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20-24

(Registration deadline: March 1, 2015) Eden Prairie, MN (Hennepin Technical College) Contact IFPS Tel: 800-308-6005 www.ifps.org

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(Registration deadline: March 1, 2015) CONNECTOR AND CONDUCTOR JOB PERFORMANCE PROCTOR WORKSHOP

Eden Prairie, MN (Hennepin Techical College) Contact IFPS Tel: 800-308-6005 www.ifps.org

6-8

HYDRAULIC SPECIALIST REVIEW AND TESTING

Fairfield, OH (CFC-Solar, Inc.) Contact IFPS Tel: 800-308-6005 www.ifps.org

6-9

INTRODUCTION TO ELECTRO-HYDRAULICS

Elyria, OH Parker Hannifin Corp.

Tel: 216-896-2495 www.parker.com

6-10

3-DAY OR 5-DAY LEVEL 2 INDUSTRIAL HYDRAULICS: ADVANCED MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR

Cincinnati, OH CFC-Solar, Inc. Tel: 513-874-3225 www.cfc-solar.com

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2-DAY INTRODUCTION TO LUBRICATION

ADVANCED MOBILE HYDRAULICS

Elk Grove Village, IL Parker Hannifin Corp.

Tel: 216-896-2495 www.parker.com

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4-DAY TROUBLESHOOTING ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

Cincinnati, OH CFC-Solar, Inc. Tel: 513-874-3225 www.cfc-solar.com

14-16

INDUSTRIAL HYDRAULIC TECHNICIAN REVIEW AND TESTING

Virginia Beach, VA (NTT Training) Contact IFPS Tel: 800-308-6005 www.ifps.org

14-17

HYDRAULIC SPECIALIST REVIEW AND TESTING

Eden Prairie, MN (Eaton) Contact IFPS Tel: 800-308-6005 www.ifps.org

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WEB SEMINAR: “PROPER SIZING OF CONDUCTORS WHEN USING SINGLE ROD CYLINDERS”

Presenter: Ernie Parker, CFPAI, Hennepin Technical College 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. EST Contact IFPS at 800-308-6005 www.ifps.org

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HYDRAULIC PUMPS AND CONTROLS

PRINCIPLES OF HYDRAULICS

Houston, TX Bosch Rexroth Corp.

Tel: 610-997-6745 www.boschrexroth-us.com

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PISTON PUMPS/MOTORS AND CONTROLS

Burlington, Ontario, Canada Bosch Rexroth Corp.

Tel: 905-735-0510 www.boschrexroth.ca

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3-DAY OR 5-DAY LEVEL 2 MOBILE HYDRAULICS: ADVANCED MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR

Cincinnati, OH CFC-Solar, Inc. Tel: 513-874-3225 www.cfc-solar.com

20-May 1

INDUSTRIAL HYDRAULICS

Maumee, OH Eaton Hydraulics Training Services Tel: 800-413-8809 www.eaton.com

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2015 NAHAD CONVENTION

Miami, FL Association for Hose and Accessories Distributors Tel: 800-624-2227 www.nahad.org

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2-DAY INTRODUCTION TO INDUSTRIAL FLUID POWER CONCEPTS AND COMPONENTS

Cincinnati, OH CFC-Solar, Inc. Tel: 513-874-3225 www.cfc-solar.com

27-May 1

3-DAY OR 5-DAY LEVEL 2 PNEUMATICS: ADVANCED MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR

Cincinnati, OH CFC-Solar, Inc. Tel: 513-874-3225 www.cfc-solar.com

28-29

CONNECTOR & CONDUCTOR REVIEW AND TESTING

Sacramento, CA (NTT Training) Contact IFPS Tel: 800-308-6005 www.ifps.org

14-17

INDUSTRIAL HYDRAULIC MECHANIC REVIEW AND TESTING

Virginia Beach, VA (NTT Training) Contact IFPS Tel: 800-308-6005 www.ifps.org

People in the News

Classifieds

EST The Becret.

S Kept DANIEL S. ANDERSON Asahi/America, Inc.

Daniel S. Anderson has been promoted to president and CEO. He has been with the company since November 1988 as senior vice president of sales and marketing.

Hidetoshi Hashimoto, former president and CEO, will remain with the company as chairman of the board of directors.

ALLEN J. CAMPBELL

Cooper Standard Holdings, Inc. Allen J. Campbell has been named to the newly established position of chief infrastructure officer. He will ensure that the financial business process and information technology (IT) systems are aligned to support the growth of the company, especially in the Asia-Pacific region.

“After 10 years selling in the fluid power industry, PIRTEK afforded me the opportunity to own my own business.”

-Craig Heitkamp PIRTEK Midway & Plymouth Minneapolis, MN

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HYDRAULIC FLANGES and COMPONENTS THE “SPECIAL” YOU WANT IS PROBABLY ON OUR SHELVES MAIN Mfg. Products, Inc. 800.521.7918 fax 810.953.1385 www.MAINMFG.com/fpj

MATTHEW W. HARDT

Cooper Standard Holdings, Inc. Matthew W. Hardt has been named CFO and will have primary responsibility for directing the company’s corporate finance team, including treasury, internal audit, and tax. He will also have oversight responsibility for investor relations.

WILLIAM L. CLIPPARD, III

Clippard Instrument Laboratory, Inc. William L. Clippard, III, chairman of the board for Clippard, was recently honored by The Ohio State University Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering for his commitment to the field of engineering. Bill was honored with dedicated “lab space” within the Mechanical Engineering building named “The Clippard Lab,” which will provide students the ability to gain exposure to real-world challenges while learning leadingedge techniques through hands-on skill sets.

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FLUID POWER EXECUTIVE RECRUITERS As veteran recruiters who focus in the Fluid Power Industry, we need outstanding professionals to fill opportunities in:

 Engineering  Manufacturing

 Design  Sales  Marketing CONTACT: Eric C. Bergsman Sales/Marketing ebergsman@marvelconsultants.com Dave Sevel Design Engineering dsevel@marvelconsultants.com William Radke Manufacturing/Operations wradke@marvelconsultants.com

MARVEL

Tel: 800-338-1257

CONSULTANTS, INC. Fax: 216-292-7207

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New World Headquarters 10179 S 57th Street Franklin, WI 53132 USA The facility sits on 6 acres and houses cutting edge CNC machinery.

This needed expansion enables us to apply lean manufacturing principles and further focus on quality, cost reduction and increased productivity.

414.645.6000 sales@nopak.com | www.nopak.com

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RB2 The

RB2 by Zinga Industries combines our timetested breather design with an innovative internal splash resistant geometry. A variety of popular thread mounting options for simplified and economical reservoir mounting makes this splash resistant design the right choice for reservoir designers and users.

RB2 Features: • Integrated splash-resistant design can be used with the pressure/vacuum option • Threaded-in mounting design for new or existing filler ports • Standard thread sizes of 2 ½” – 12 UN (SAE-32), 1 ¼” NPTF, or M52X2 • 10 Micron air filtration keeps contaminants from entering the reservoir • Glass-filled nylon construction provides all-weather durability RB2 Options: • Weld bases in steel or aluminum • Steel baskets in 4”, 6”, 9”, or 12” nominal lengths with 30, 60, 100, or 200 stainless steel mesh liners • Oil level indicating dipstick • Pressure/ Vacuum combined relief valve in 3, 5, or 10 PSI pressure and .2 PSI vacuum • Logo Imprint / Label

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Ideal for Caustic Environments including ding Washdown Applications ons

For over 50 years, Clippard has been providing quality cylinders for thousands of applications around the world.

Cylinders that are responsible for millions of production cycles. Cylinders that provide outstanding performance and payback. Cylinders that quickly became the preferred brand!

Clippard Instrument Laboratory, Inc. 877-245-6247 • www.clippard.com

Providing innovative solutions for today’s engineering challenges.

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