ISLANDIA, NY, April 11, 2024 – There are indeed rewards for machine builders who sweat the small stuff. The latest iterations of many tiny but essential components like sensors, cameras, and switches can pack a great deal of innovation for their diminutive size. For Pro-Line Automation Systems of Woodbridge, ON, adopting Festo’s SDBT-MSX – the […] The post Festo’s Smart Proximity Switch Commissions Itself, for Time Savings That Add Up appeared first on Fluid Power Journal ..read more

James F. Howe Appointed President, Motion Genuine Parts Company (NYSE: GPC), a leading global distributor of automotive and industrial replacement parts, announced today that its board of directors has appointed James F. Howe to the position of President, Motion, the company’s industrial business, effective April 1, 2024. With nearly three decades of dedicated service to […] The post Genuine Parts Company Announces Officer Promotion appeared first on Fluid Power Journal ..read more

Automation24 proudly announces the addition of Norgren pneumatic components to its portfolio, marking a significant milestone in the company’s journey. With this strategic move, Automation24 broadens its scope and capabilities to better serve its customers. Norgren air preparation products currently offered by Automation24 include regulators, filters, combination units (filter/regulator/lubricator), valves, and accessories. These proven air […] The post Automation24 expands their portfolio with the addition of Norgren, a world leader in pneumatic motion and fluid control technologies appeared ..read more

Norstat now offers a full line of M8 & M12 Circular Connectors either as a Molded Cable Assemblies or as a Field Wireable units to fit a multitude of industrial connectivity applications. Both M8 & M12 Circular Connectors are available as field Wireable or as molded cable assemblies with both connectors being offered in either […] The post Connection Technology: M8 & M12 Circular Connectors appeared first on Fluid Power Journal ..read more

By Jill J. Johnson. The foundation of effective strategic thinking and strategy development is knowing how to ask the right questions. Learning to ask the right questions can be difficult because most people only know how to ask superficial questions that have easy answers. Asking challenging questions allows you to be more impactful in critical […] The post Asking Questions to Enhance Your Strategic Thinking appeared first on Fluid Power Journal ..read more

MICHIGAN, USA – March 2024 – ROSS Controls® introduces its new MDC Series of safe exhaust (dump) valves with EEZ-ON® (Soft-Start) function for up to Category-2, Performance Level c machine guarding applications. The safety function of the new ROSS® MDC Series valve is to shut off supply of pneumatic energy and to exhaust any pneumatic […] The post ROSS CONTROLS® Announces New MDC Series Safe Exhaust Valves appeared first on Fluid Power Journal ..read more

By Lisa Orndorf, Ultra Clean Technologies Corp. It is well-established that approximately 80% of hydraulic system failures can be attributed to contamination. Some of this contamination infiltrates the system through hydraulic hose and tube assemblies. This article underscores the significance of cleaning and sealing these assemblies, emphasizing how this practice can mitigate system downtime, reduce […] The post The Crucial Role of Cleaning & Sealing Hydraulic Hoses & Tubes appeared first on Fluid Power Journal ..read more

AutomationDirect has added GC Valves solenoid process valves to expand their general purpose valve selection. These valves are simple 2-way or 3-way electrically controlled valves that control fluid flow through a pipe or other process. Supported fluids include compressed air, inert gases, coolant, and water.  Several styles support a range of applications, including zero differential, […] The post GC Valves General Purpose Solenoid Valves and Valve Banks from AutomationDirect appeared first on Fluid Power Journal ..read more

The latest data published by the National Fluid Power Association shows February 2024 total fluid power shipments falling to -0.7% month over month and decreasing -1.5% year over year. The data and charts above are from NFPA’s Confidential Shipment Statistics (CSS) program where over 70 manufacturers of fluid power products report their monthly orders and […] The post Fluid Power Industry Growth Trend appeared first on Fluid Power Journal ..read more

iVT Off-Highway Vehicle Technology Expo (iVT Expo), the international trade show dedicated to off-highway vehicle technology, is set to return for its highly anticipated North American edition. Scheduled to take place on August 21 & 22, 2024, at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Chicago, this year’s expo promises to showcase a comprehensive display […] The post iVT Off-Highway Vehicle Technology Expo Returns to Chicago: Discover the Future of Off-Highway Vehicles appeared first on Fluid Power Journal ..read more