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October 2011

Hydraulics & Pnuematics October 2011 Issue

Features

  • Oct. 13, 2011
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    Drive cuts fuel consumption 20%, emissions even more

    The new Kalmar hybrid drive terminal tractor operates with a parallel hybrid hydraulic drive system to simultaneously transmit power from two distinct sources: the primary diesel engine, the secondary hydraulic motor, ......More
  • Oct. 13, 2011
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    Just in time for higher profits

    Sequential photos show Rolflor Cargo Handling System moving a full load of freight from a 53-ft trailer onto a warehouse floor. The hydraulically operated system drastically reduces the amount of time to load and unload cargo, and also ......More
  • Oct. 13, 2011
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    Moving forward with fluid power education

    The Fluid Power Conference & Expo returns to Cleveland, with new features and top-notch hydraulics and pneumatics training....More
  • Oct. 31, 2011
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    Pay attention to fluid power fundamentals

    In the October issue of Hydraulics & Pneumatics, we ran a feature on reservoirs titled Selecting the right reservoir for off-road equipment.  In this feature, the author calls out all of the important functions performed by hydraulic reservoirs....More

Editor's Page

  • Oct. 14, 2011
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    Did Steve Jobs change the world?

    Appropriately enough, my wife and I first got the news that Steve Jobs had died as an alert on her iPhone. Initial news reports mentioned how Jobs’ contributions changed all of our lives. At first I didn’t buy into this, but after just a little thought I realized there’s no denying it....More

Ideas & Applications

  • Oct. 13, 2011
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    Portable package provides power off the grid

    The X3-20 Portable Power System uses multiple sources to provide electricity at remote locations. The hydraulic power unit (inset) supplies pressurized fluid to raise and elevate the wind turbine. A prototype version ......More
  • Oct. 13, 2011
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    A case for catchers

    Typical installation of a safety catcher installed on a press and a closeup of the safety catcher. Thousands of press operators today are trying to reduce their production costs and stay competitive with higher speeds, ......More

Automated with Air

Technology News

  • Oct. 13, 2011
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    Air actuators provide lift

    ContiTech Air Spring Systems’ tripleconvolution actuators are well-suited for applications involving high lifts. ContiTech Air Spring Systems, Hanover, Germany, manufactures several models of air actuators for industrial ......More

Products

  • Oct. 13, 2011
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    Air-driven pumps - Interface Devices

    E, H and P Series air-driven hydraulic pumps offer a plug-and-play design for quick and simple installation in applications requiring hydraulic pressures from 100 to 10,000 psi. A built-in air regulator allows for varying inlet air pressure ......More
  • Oct. 13, 2011
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    Air-driven pumps

    Air-driven pumps provide precise and automatic pressure testing of hoses, pipes, valves, fittings and other hydraulic vessels and components. They are available in a variety of sizes for output pressure to 33,500 psi (2311 bar). They ......More
  • Oct. 13, 2011
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    ATEX certified pumps

    ATEX-certified hydraulic pumps are explosion-proof fixed-displacement vane and variable-displacement axial-piston pumps. Vane pumps are available in three body sizes, rated for 210 or 300 bar maximum pressure with displacements to 150 cc/rev. ......More
  • Oct. 13, 2011
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    Axial piston pumps

    P1/PD series variable displacement axial-piston pumps are designed for medium-pressure open-circuit mobile (P1) and industrial (PD) applications. Including 18, 28, 45, 60, 75, 100, and 140 cc/rev displacement models, they are rated ......More
  • Oct. 13, 2011
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    Axial piston pumps

    PVG medium horsepower, open-loop, axial-piston pumps are available in multiple frame sizes with maximum displacements of 2.93 to 9.16 in.3/rev (48 to 150 cc/rev). Controls are easily interchanged and a high-pressure relief valve is available. ......More
  • Oct. 13, 2011
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    Compact hydraulic pumps

    ALPC 1/2 and GHPC 1/2 series multiple pumps feature a reduced axial length for easy fit within compact applications. They are available in two or three segments and offered as a fully aluminum pump (ALPC) or with a cast iron ......More
  • Oct. 13, 2011
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    Electrohydraulic pump controller

    The epc-2 dual-channel electrohydraulic pump controller is designed to control up to two open-loop electrohydraulic variable-displacement pumps or motors from a single module. Pre-loaded dual channel application software and free Windows PC ......More
  • Oct. 13, 2011
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    External gear pumps

    Silence Plus line of external gear pumps features non-involute helical gearing to reduce noise levels by an average of 15 dBA in all pressure and speed ranges. Sizes include 12, 14 and 16 cc/rev (up to 28 cc/rev are in development). ......More
  • Jul. 14, 2011
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    Gear pumps

    Gear pumps Edited By Catlin Nalley High-pressure hydraulic gear pumps are constructed of cast iron and offer precise tolerance and reduced clearances. They have a maximum pressure range of 3000 psi (200 bar). Multiple mounting options ......More
  • Oct. 13, 2011
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    Gear pumps, motors

    Polaris PH gear pumps and motors are built in three pieces with a cast iron body for higher operating parameters and versatility regarding shafts, flanges, ports, and built-in valves. The possibility to mate the body with the cast-iron ......More
  • Oct. 13, 2011
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    Gear pumps, motors

    YBHP series pumps and YBHM motors feature a cast iron front mounting flange and rear cover with an extruded aluminum body. They provide high volumetric efficiency, smooth operation and high pressure capability and are configured and ......More
  • Oct. 13, 2011
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    High-strength pumps

    Range of F12 Ferra two-piece pumps are available with displacements from 16 to 41 cc/rev and pressures to 276 bar (4000 psi up to 30 cc/rev). They feature a modular design with a wide choice of flange, shaft, and port options. Cast iron ......More
  • Oct. 13, 2011
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    Hydrostatic pumps

    H1 servo-controlled hydrostatic pumps are rated for displacements to 100 cc/rev. They are built around an advanced electrical control and available in a wide range of displacements. All control and sensor options are PLUS+1 compliant, which ......More
  • Oct. 13, 2011
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    Hydrostatic pumps

    Closed-loop electro-proportional control option is available for Series 1 hydrostatic pumps, providing an electronically monitored “fail-safe” system to prevent uncommanded vehicle motion in case of failure in the control spool or primary ......More
  • Oct. 13, 2011
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    Joystick controller

    PRO-5H Hall-effect joystick combines durable mechanics with the long life cycle of a non-contacting Hall-effect proportional output device. Features include heavy-duty mechanical construction, non-contacting Hall-effect output device, excellent ......More
  • Oct. 13, 2011
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    Mobile machinery components

    Hydraulic components for use on mobile equipment machinery are now available in the U.S. They include application-specific hydraulic pumps and motors, hydraulic cylinders, large diameter bearings, planetary gearboxes, and controls. A ......More
  • Oct. 13, 2011
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    Piston pumps

    Yuken A series piston pumps feature low noise and high efficiency in a swashplate design with displacements from 10.0 to 145.0 cc/rev. Pressures to 4000 psi are available. Ten different control types including standard pressure ......More
  • Oct. 13, 2011
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    Pneumatic actuators

    Airpel Plus low-friction air actuators control ultra-precise movements, including high speeds and extremely short travel distances. Inert qualities and tight tolerances of borosilicate glass and graphite materials smoothly move, hold, or ......More
  • Oct. 13, 2011
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    Pressure transmitter

    TX200H HART smart pressure transmitter provides simplified field adjustment while reliably communicating asset management data using the latest HART 7 specification. It features a flexible 10:1 turndown on pressure ranges ......More
  • Oct. 13, 2011
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    Safety exhaust coupler

    New 5-In-1 Automatic Safety Exhaust Coupler remains connected to the plug until downstream air is completely bled off. This reduces the possibility of injury to personnel or damage to equipment from a whipping hose that was disconnected while ......More
  • Oct. 13, 2011
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    Screw pumps

    Screw pumps are positive-displacement rotary pumps with an axial flow design that has only three moving parts. Power rotor is the only driven part that extends outside of the case. Idler screws act as sealing parts and are turned hydraulically by ......More
  • Oct. 13, 2011
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    Side exit check valve

    Chek ultra miniature, precision, side-exit check valve features 0.093-in. diameter and is based on the same field-proven technology as the 0.187-in. diameter side exit Lee Chek. Weighing only 0.14 g nominal, it offers a 90% reduction in ......More
  • Oct. 13, 2011
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    Stainless-steel pilot valves

    The 8361 series of …-in., NPT, 3-way, stainless steel pilot valves eliminates stiction problems that can occur in control valves installed in pneumatic logic panels that control monitoring safety systems in offshore oil and gas production. ......More
  • Oct. 13, 2011
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    Vane pumps

    PVR line of variable volume, pressure-compensated vane pumps is available in four frame sizes, 11 flow sizes to 70 gpm, and with various control operators. Durable design offers long life and efficient operation. They incorporate direct ......More
  • Oct. 13, 2011
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    Variable displacement pump

    Type V30E-270 variable displacement axial-piston pump features a redesigned housing and a mounting flange SAE E which conforms to the standard SAE J744. It has an operating pressure of up to 5075 psi (350 bar), with a peak pressure of 6000 ......More
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