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Nov. 15, 2011

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Selecting the right hose can quiet things down

Replacing conventional wire-braided hydraulic hose with thermoplastic hose drastically reduced audible noise in the steering circuit of this turf maintenance vehicle by damping fluid-borne noise that otherwise would’ve been ......More
Sep. 15, 2011

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Sensors keep crop sprayer on the right track

With crop protection in mind, sprayers rely on magnetostrictive position sensors to control innovative electrohydraulic steering system....More
Mar. 10, 2011

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How to get the big guys started

Starting an engine with a displacement of 5000 cu-in. requires the high power density, durability, and reliability of hydraulics....More
Feb. 16, 2011

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Compact, yet powerful pump

By Richard T. Schneider Contributing Editor Designed for simplicity and high but quiet performance, Eaton’s Model ADY098 Series 620 open-circuit piston pumps for mobile equipment applications are only 11.4-in. long, weigh 91 lb, yet transmit 134 hp. The ......More
Jan. 8, 2011

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Good times at AGConnect

Day two is ended at AGConnect and it's been an informative and enjoyable show. Despite feeling a bit under the weather, it's been good to hit the ground running in 2011 and meet new companies and learn about unique ways fluid power components are being used in agricultural machinery....More
Dec. 14, 2010

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Smart cylinder complies with ASAE tie rod package

As commercial farms become larger, agricultural equipment must run faster and feature more automated operations to maximize productivity. More automated machines require less operator intervention because electronic sensors and controls take over many ......More
Nov. 12, 2010

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New design calls for innovative hydraulics

An innovative forage harvester from CNH Case New Holland resulted from teamwork between engineers and a hydraulics supplier....More
Nov. 12, 2010

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OEM finds global diagnostic solution

The challenge to diagnosing hydraulic malfunctions worldwide is accommodating different types of machines and different sophistication levels of dealers....More
Aug. 18, 2010

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Web exclusive: Hydraulics crop up on British farms

Edited by Mary C. Gannon, senior associate editor The Versadrill machine takes advantage of a hydraulic motor to power a blower for seed planting. When it comes to planting crops, farmers need versatile machines that can work in a range of ......More
Aug. 10, 2010

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Hose monitoring prevents costly downtime

New monitor warns of impending hose failure....More
Jun. 24, 2010

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AG Connect Expo 2011

AG Connect Expo 2011 is a world-class event for the global agriculture industry—bringing together the latest in equipment, technology and ......More
Jun. 11, 2010

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Pressure sensor, transducer

Edited By Mary C. Gannon AST4000 pressure sensor, transducer and transmitter series features four-pin DT04 Deutsch and M12x1 Eurofast electrical connection options for agricultural applications. Compact, threaded connection ensures proper connection ......More
Jun. 11, 2010

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Couplings well-suited to ag equipment

Faster’s 4SNPV couplings can be connected with the male, female, or both halves under full pressure. This speeds implement changeover by eliminating the need to shut down equipment and wait for pressure to decay to zero. Farmers may use ......More
Jun. 11, 2010

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Lettuce harvester features dual drive

Innovative hydraulic circuit design gives lettuce harvester high traction, two modes of operation....More
May 11, 2010

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Zn-Ni fights corrosion better than chrome on hydraulic components

Zn-Ni fights corrosion better than chrome on hydraulic components Appeared in print as "Chrome is out, zinc-nickel is in" Zinc-nickel coatings can provide corrosion protection on par with hexavalent chromium coatings, but without the environmental ......More
May 11, 2010

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Motor lends itself to hydraulic fan drives

Edited by Alan L. Hitchcox Sauer-Danfoss’ D series cast iron fan drive gear motor now offers an integrated valve that matches fan speed to cooling demand. It also reverses fan rotation for radiator cleaning. ......More
Feb. 10, 2010

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Smart cylinders maintain the gap

Make hay while the sun shines is an old saying still in use, but it’s literal application became somewhat obsolete when lights on tractors and other farm equipment became commonplace. As with any modern process, making hay ......More
Dec. 10, 2009

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Mobile equipment cooling

Edited By Mary C. Gannon T-BAR technology incorporates radiator, hydraulic oil, and charge air coolers into a custom-designed package. Modules are manufactured with Alloy 1100 aluminum micro channel and bars. Core sizes range in height/width ......More
Nov. 9, 2009

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Air-powered gun battles alien invaders

Invasive species have already claimed tens of millions of our trees, and pneumatics offers armament for an effective counter-attack....More
Sep. 14, 2009

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Couplings help off-highway machines do multi-tasking

Edited by Alan L. Hitchcox Grouping several quick-acting hydraulic couplings into a single manifold allows connecting all hydraulic lines in one step. The hand lever provides the leverage for a person to generate the ......More
Sep. 14, 2009

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Think outside the cylinder

Cylinder from Energy Mfg. has a Hall effect sensor mounted along its barrel to sense position of a magnetic piston inside. The sensor is mounted without having to gundrill the piston rod, yet its small size and ......More
Jun. 10, 2009

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Tree trimmer showcases hydraulics

Tol’s HD1400 self-propelled topper hedger uses hydraulics to power its variable-speed, four-wheel drive propulsion system, multiple hydraulic cylinders and motors to position and rotate six cutting blades, plus additional ......More
Jun. 10, 2009

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Modular drives allow versatility in design

The versatility of hydraulic drives is almost endless. So why would you restrict this versatility by limiting your options for driving multiple hydraulic pumps?...More
Jun. 10, 2009

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Hydraulics give power to the pump

Edited by Alan L. Hitchcox The Patriot 3330 sprayer from Case IH, bottom, makes extensive use of hydraulics for virtually all operations, including a hydraulic motor for driving a centrifugal pump, below, which applies ......More
Apr. 8, 2009

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Open-center valves in mobile equipment

Most of the topics in this column have focused on industrial, or stationary applications. These machines usually feature some form of closedloop control, which requires continuous feedback of position, pressure or both. Mobile equipment, ......More

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