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Making progress with women in

fluid power
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Last May, it felt like we broke records when we had more than 20 women
attend our Women in Fluid Power panel discussion at our Fluid Power Technology
Simplified hose configuration, Conference. And later that year, our sister publication created its inaugural
Women in Engineering issue, where we featured amazing women engineers at the
less hose and adapters combine companies that design and make the machines of today and tomorrow.
to reduce repairs and downtime This year, four of the 12 recipients of the NFPA Education and Technology
cutting the overall cost Foundation scholarships were young women. In 2018, only 2 of 13 were women.
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From the Field
Extreme conditions
and distances
Last month, I visited longtime Fluid
Power World contributor Carl Dyke at
his Alberta-based business, CD Industrial
Group. The company conducts industrial
training programs all across North America,
and also has developed the popular
Lunchbox Sessions, an extensive series of
online fluid power learning modules.

One of the things that really impressed me
was a large hydraulic training panel that
Dyke and his team recently completed.
Dyke explained that they wanted to do
some different things from other training panels that they’ve Dyke said that the mine’s technicians face challenges beyond
seen and purchased. the expected climate issues.
“Instead of having a vertical cylinder that is double rod, “Obviously, there are huge temperature variations,” he
which is very uncommon, we wanted to have a single rod said. “But the other big challenge is that there’s absolutely
weighted from below — and we wanted to have a single rod no mechanical supplier, no hydraulic supplier at all down the
up that’s also weighted,” he said. “There is a 100-lb weight on street, because you are isolated way up in the Arctic. So, if you
each cylinder, and that makes the activity a lot more realistic.” didn’t bring parts with you, or you’re just going to jump into
Recently, a zinc mine far above the Arctic Circle in Alaska guesswork, or ad hoc experiments, you quickly get in trouble.
called CDIG and asked for some in-person, hands-on training, Because of that, the Arctic is a great place to learn to do your
and the design team realized there were going to be some systems thinking — and do your analysis work correctly. You
size constraints for the panel. A truck would pick up the crated want to avoid excessive down time and unnecessary part-
panel and drive it up the Alaska Highway to Anchorage, where swapping. There’s only so many parts on hand when you’re
it would be loaded onto a 737-cargo plane for the last leg of north of the Arctic Circle.”
the journey. There’s only 78 in. of clearance in the cargo doors, Dyke will be one of the featured speakers at the upcoming
so the height of the panel had to be restricted. Fluid Power Technology Conference in Cleveland, November 19-
The team figured out how to shave off some extra inches, 20. Details are at cle.fluidpowertechconference.com. FPW
and combined with temporarily removing the caster wheels,

they were able to make the height requirement, and off went
the box. Dyke soon followed, and he spent three weeks in
northern Alaska teaching technicians from both the mill and
the mine.
“We were working on filter press hydraulics. We were
working on haul trucks and big front-end loaders and blast- Paul J. Heney
hole drills, and all that good fun stuff,” he said. VP, Editorial Director
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F E AT U R E S
MOBILE HYDRAULICS
Up in the air safely—with hydraulics
While many utilities vehicles use fluid power for power and
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control, lift platforms and telehandlers especially rely on the
reliability and safety of hydrualics.
HYDRAULICS
Hydraulics with a twist
Swivel connections take the stress
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PNEUMATICS
Pulsing air impacts the bottom line
for packaging applications
46 D E PA R T M E N T S
Pulsed air blow systems can provide cost-saving alternatives in
bottling and packaging plants.
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ICUEE PREVIEW 04 From The Field

ICUEE returns to Louisville as largest ever
New education opportunities, equipment
52 10 Korane’s Outlook
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12 Association Watch
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PACK EXPO PREVIEW
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Ko ra n e ’s O u t L o o k
Ken Korane • Contributing Editor
The practical side of mobile electrification

Manufacturers of construction equipment
are falling over each other in the scramble to introduce
electrified off-road vehicles that eliminate diesel engines
and, in some cases, hydraulic drives. A number of such
machines were on display at this year’s bauma, and
predicting more of the same at Conexpo 2020 will be the
safest bet in Las Vegas.

Although limiting greenhouse gas emissions and
combating climate change are laudable goals, OEMs need
to step back and consider the engineering practicalities
and underlying economics before jumping head first into
electrification. In terms of power density, performance
and price, in most applications electric drives absolutely
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won’t match hydraulics in the next few years.
Take the case of hydrostatic wheel drives. While
granted, they’re less efficient than their electric or
mechanical counterparts, they have a lot going for them
in mobile settings — starting with compact size, high Hydraulic drives are built to handle rugged operating conditions.
torque capacity, rugged construction, relatively low cost
and proven durability. despite that, in most cases, the machines will cost substantially more
There’s lots of talk of electric replacements for hydraulic drives. yet provide laggard performance.
Unfortunately, systems where conventional electric motors generate Like it or not, conventional diesel engines and hydraulic systems
the same torque are much larger, and space is at a premium in a mobile will continue to be used in mobile equipment for a long time because
machine. One proposed solution is ultrahigh-speed electric motors that they offer a robust, reliable and well-known option served by a
operate at around 20,000 rpm. This makes the units smaller and lighter. wide network of suppliers. And fluid-power technology, thanks to
But then engineers need to integrate a complex planetary gearbox into innovations like digital control, continues to improve in terms of
the motor to reduce output speed and connect to standard drive-train efficiency and power.
components. Moreover, a traction motor typically requires an inverter
that takes up space. That said, a number of factors could upset this status quo, including:
This motor/gearbox system faces a difficult development path • A substantial and worldwide tightening of air pollution
to ensure it’s protected against vibration, shock, corrosion and regulations
temperature extremes, and operates reliably for a long time. And • Punitive taxes on carbon emissions
worse, high-speed permanent-magnet electric motors and the • Long-term spike in the price of oil
accompanying gearboxes are expensive, and inverters aren’t cheap, • Serious innovations that upgrade electric-drive performance
either. and slash costs
One engineer at a major component supplier related that OEMs • Breakthroughs in advanced battery chemistries
are beating down their door for help with electrification, for the most
part to satisfy marketing hype, not to solve practical applications. “In Such changes would open the door to major opportunities for
terms of dollars and cents, it’s nuts.” Thus, over the near term the main electric powertrains. Over the long term fluid-power suppliers need
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ASSOCIATION WATCH Edited by Mike Santora • Associate Editor
NFPA Association Watch

2019 NFPA Robotics Challenge Scholarship
winner announced
Noah Santoni of Richardson, Texas, is
the winner of the 2019 NFPA Robotics Challenge
Scholarship. The scholarship program received 76
applications this year and continues to help build
awareness of fluid power benefits and careers
among high school students.
This scholarship program awards $40,000 ($10,000

per year for four years) to a high school senior who
participates in a FIRST Robotics or National Robotics
League Competition Team and uses fluid power in
the competition robot. The money awarded may be
used to study engineering at any accredited technical Noah Santoni of Richardson, Texas, is the winner of the
college or university in the United States. Noah will 2019 NFPA Robotics Challenge Scholarship. The scholarship
be using the scholarship to pursue a degree at Case program received 76 applications this year and continues
Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio. Noah to help build awareness of fluid power benefits and careers
already has a background in several engineering- among high school students.
related activities. Here he is in his own words:
“I live in Richardson, Texas (a suburb of Dallas)
and I went to Jesuit College Preparatory School. My its focus on strong academics and an excellent engineering
hobbies include reading, board games, 3D printing, 3D program create an environment I think I will thrive in.”
design, and robotics. I chose to attend Case Western The NFPA judges who interviewed Noah were
Reserve University because of the mid-sized student impressed by his knowledge of pneumatics and his sincere
body, its plentiful research opportunities, and its interest in the fluid power industry and careers. Judges
incredible maker space on campus. On top of that, include the following: Andrew Kleitsch of Caterpillar, Bill
Haley of Force America, Jim Kaas of Iowa Fluid Power, Bob
Hammond of Deltrol Fluid Products, Bradlee Dittmer and
Charles Werdehoff of IMI Precision, Tom Peterson of HUSCO,
Frank Langro of Festo, Jeff McCarthy of SunSource, Liz
Rehfus and Tom Blansett of the International Fluid Power
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ASSOCIATION WATCH
New NFPA Executive Leadership Program

The new NFPA Executive Leadership Program was designed with Future
Leaders Network participants in mind. This program is a series of six full-day leadership
sessions over the course of 18 months, starting at the NFPA 2020 Annual Conference in
Miami. The content is tailored specifically to the needs of the fluid power industry and was
developed with the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University. Five out of
the six sessions will be taught by Kellogg faculty and will focus on both the hard and soft
skills needed to create success for participants’ organizations and the fluid power industry
as a whole. Future Leaders Network participants and other emerging leaders, directors,
officers, and senior executives at NFPA member companies would benefit from taking part.
Session Lineup:
February 10-11, 2020 | Executive Leadership & Judgement
Mandarin Oriental in Miami (in conjunction with the 2020 NFPA Annual Conference)
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CFPA elects first woman as chairperson

The Canadian Fluid Power Association “I am excited to be the new CFPA chair and
has voted Caryes Allan, Vice President of Higginson I cherish the opportunity to help guide the
Equipment, as the new CFPA chairperson. Accepting Association through this period of continued
the torch from Frank Pirri, Allan is the first-ever growth and expansion,” said Allan. “I feel women
woman chair for the CFPA. in fluid power executive positions are all too
Allan’s fluid power career spans more than a uncommon, so I will take my position seriously
decade, where she has focused primarily on finance to set an example to young women considering
and human resources. STEM careers or a business occupation in a
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DESIGN NOTES Mary C. Gannon • Editor
Proportional pressure
controls go digital
Clippard has recently launched what it is calling its most revolutionary product Clippard’s new Cordis controls use
in years — the Cordis proportional pressure control. Meaning “of the heart” in Latin, Cordis the proven EVP and DVP lines of electronic
is at the heart of all that is important at Clippard, said Rob Clippard, VP of Marketing. proportional valves, allowing for steady,
repeatable downstream pressure as
“Everyone wants a smarter product these days and so taking our technology and wrapping demand or processes change. The result
around that intelligence feedback from pressure sensors — from flow sensors, and from is a precise linear pressure control within
other types of devices, an electronic pressure controller is certainly the next phase, the a closed-loop system with ultra-high
next revolution of our product line,” Clippard said. “By having control over the manufacture resolution and repeatability.
of the valve, we have a great deal of discretion in the design of the entire pressure control The Cordis uses a microcontroller,
unit and that adds value to our customers. It not only gives us the ability to select specific integrated pressure sensor, and two
to applications, but it improves the overall turnaround time for getting product into the Clippard proportional valves. The inlet valve
hands of our customers.” is connected to the moderately regulated
supply pressure and the exhaust valve
is connected to a port that vents excess
pressure to atmosphere. Once a command
is increased, the inlet valve opens up to
allow supply pressure to pass over the
sensor element that provides an active
feedback for this microcontroller to satisfy
the set point in the process. If at any point
the sensor detects a value higher than the
set point, the exhaust valve will open to
vent off the excess pressure to maintain a
stable and accurate control pressure in the
process.
The normally-closed valves offer flows
from 2.7 to 65 lpm and a typical response
time of < 20 msec. Accuracy is ±0.05% of
full scale and resolution is ≤ 5 mV. They are
rated for temperatures from 32° to 120° F.
The Cordis is adaptable to a variety
of sensors that can close the loop around
not only pressure, but vacuum or flow. It
Clippard’s Cordis controls use provides smooth linear control and offers
the proven EVP and DVP lines of integrated internal or external sensor
electronic proportional valves, feedback. In addition, it offers multiple flow
allowing for steady, repeatable configurations and can be used in static
or dynamic applications with the same
downstream pressure as
proportional regulation.
demand or processes change.
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Cordis is available in both

an unhoused unit for OEM
instruments and a housed
version which operates as a
standalone unit.
This electronic pressure control device Typical applications would be in on what they need the unit to do. We’re
takes a command signal and compares it to the leak test industry where they might putting that decision in the customer’s
the output pressure of the unit, said Matt be testing low flow, and low-pressure hands.”
Larson, Product Manager. applications in the life science industry for Clippard added, “Having a digitally
“Our unit uses two proportional needs such as DNA sequencing or DNA based platform gives us unlimited flexibility
valves, one on the inlet, and one on testing for diabetes. These applications in meeting the needs of our customers.
the exhaust side to relieve any process require low volume, low flow, and low It really puts us in a unique position to
pressure downstream. The software is pressure and require very stable and high- where we can develop this product around
proprietary to Clippard and is integrated resolution control. the customer’s needs. With the digital
into the controller to constantly compare “Through our software design platform, we can do that quickly.” FPW
the command signal to the output pressure that we’ve done in house, we’re able to
of the units on the feedback side,” Larson make the unit very flexible for customer Clippard | clippard.com
said. applications. These units are going to be
Clippard’s standard product range is used in those hard-to-do applications
0 to 150 psi, and the valves can be rated where low volume and high resolution is
for vacuum through positive pressure. As a required,” Larson said. “What we’ve done WHAT
result, these valves are highly customizable. in the past is with a straight analog unit; DO YOU
Different models are meant for different this unit would have to come back to the THINK?
applications, said Ernie Doering, COO. “An manufacturer and be preset based on the
unhoused unit is intended to go into an customer requirements. With the Cordis, of engineering design
OEM instrument. We also have a housed the customer is actually allowed and able professionals online.
version of Cordis, which is intended to be a to log into the unit and adjust the settings
standalone unit,” Doering said. directly at the machines based specifically

DESIGN NOTES Edited by Mary C. Gannon • Editor
During machining, the TENDO

intelligent hydraulic toolholder
permanently analyzes the
machining process.
Intelligent hydraulics toolholder controls

real-time cutting process
Vibrations, chatter marks, tool failure — what has calls this strategy “closest-to-the-part,” whereby the
so far robbed many a machine operator of sleep will soon be a intelligence is integrated directly into the first wear-
thing of the past: With the smart iTENDO hydraulic expansion free element of the machine equipment that is closest
to the workpiece. The smart tool is offered initially in
toolholder, SCHUNK and startup company TOOL IT present the
combination with SCHUNK TENDO hydraulic expansion
world’s first intelligent toolholder that monitors the machining toolholders starting in 2019, allowing complete
process directly at the tool, and allows real-time control of the documentation of process stability, unmanned limit
cutting parameters. value monitoring, tool breakage detection, and real-
time control of the speed of rotation and feed rate.
The intelligent toolholders from SCHUNK were designed in TENDO clamping technology is designed for
cooperation with the Vienna University of Technology and TOOL demanding, universal precision machining and is
IT GmbH, Vienna. They fully use the potential of integrated suitable for all common shank types. It can be used
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optimized, for milling, tool grinding or autonomous process control without during vibration. Moreover, the intelligent
turning machines. Intermediate sleeves users having to do without the quality toolholders additionally enable an analysis
make versatile clamping ranges possible. and performance of proven precision of the tool condition as well as increase
It features maximum run-out and repeat toolholders,” said Bleicher. the metal removal rate. The system is
accuracy of < 0.003 mm. The toolholders with integrated extremely easy to retrofit without the need
“The iTENDO is a milestone in process intelligence have the same for modification or replacement of machine
toolholder technology,” said Henrik A. interfering contours as conventional components. Because the algorithms run
Schunk, CEO. “For the first time, we toolholder mountings. The use of cooling autonomously and the operator defines
combine the outstanding mechanical lubricant is still possible. Equipped with only exact limit and reactions, no expert
properties of our flagship TENDO with the a sensor, battery, and transmitting unit, assessment of the data is necessary.
possibilities of digital process monitoring.” the intelligent system records the process Instead, the system manages the process
According to Friedrich Bleicher, directly in the tool, transmits the data autonomously and in real time based on
the Managing Board Director of the wirelessly to a receiving unit in the machine the specifications.
Institute for Manufacturing Technology room, and from there via cable to a control As a first step, SCHUNK will offer
(IFT) at Vienna University of Technology and evaluation unit, where the data is the intelligent toolholder mountings
and founder of TOOL IT, the intelligent analyzed. An algorithm continuously custom-tailored in the project business.
toolholder makes a unique synergy determines the ideal parameters for Standardization is planned within the
possible. “Embedded systems technology process stability. Depending on the toolholder program as well. In addition to
combines the highest degree of process particular application, a web service can TENDO hydraulic expansion toolholders,
transparency with the potential of be used to define both the exact limits further toolholders from the SCHUNK total
and corresponding reactions if they are tooling program will be equipped with
exceeded. The entire process’s data intelligent sensor systems in the future.
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During machining, the intelligent
toolholder permanently analyzes the
machining process. If the process becomes
unstable, it can either be stopped in real
time and without the intervention of the WHAT
operator, reduced to previously defined DO YOU
basic parameters, or adapted until the
THINK?
cut returns to a stable range. The system Connect with thousands
enables complete documentation and professionals online.
limit value monitoring as well as an
improvement of the machining quality by
automatically adjusting the cutting data
The smart iTENDO enables real-

time process monitoring and control
directly in the tool. The geometry and
performance data of the hydraulic
toolholders remain unchanged even
with sensors.

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DESIGN NOTES Edited by Mike Santora • Associate Editor
Simplified hydraulic pumps for

low-speed, high-torque market
Using mechanical energy produced by a machine’s
engine, a hydraulic pump can move hydraulic fluid from the
pump’s own reservoir to a connected hydraulic motor,
converting the mechanical energy to hydraulic energy.
The incoming fluid/energy triggers the hydraulic
motor to begin rotation, which can be used to actuate
a component outside the system, such as a wheel or
axle. The power of hydraulics allows for machines to
do more with less, such as traversing tough terrain or
lifting heavy loads.
Why a piston pump?

In the world of hydraulics, the performance range of gear pumps
and piston pumps overlap for low-speed, high-torque applications.
This being the case, why would a consumer select one over the other? HP2 dual pumps can be direct
What kinds of advantages and disadvantages do piston pumps have compared mounted to a horizontal shaft
to gear pumps? engine, so there is no need for
Piston pumps provide robust and precise performance for myriad applications. belts and pulleys. Like the HP1,
Compared to a gear pump, a piston pump can operate at higher pressures with the
the HP2 has an integrated filter,
same flow performance. Typically, gear pumps are rated for around 3,000 psi, but some
reservoir, and fan for cooling.
models reach as high as 5,000 psi. On the other hand, piston pumps can be rated to as
high as 30,000 psi.
Piston pumps can produce variable displacement; variable displacement is the
act of adjusting flow during the usage of the pump while maintaining the same motor
speed. Conversely, pumps that use fixed displacement can only operate at one flow
specification. By using internal controllers, like springs and dampeners, a piston
pump can change displacement while maintaining the same motor
speed. Gear pumps require external valving to attain this effect,
which can increase the cost of the overall unit.
While a piston pump provides greater pressure ratings
and flow controls, a gear pump is a more cost-effective option.
The gear pump’s interlocking gear design is simpler and easier
to produce on a large scale, allowing for consumers to purchase the
HP1 single pumps incorporate

a design with integrated filter,
reservoir, and a low center of
gravity pulley attachment
point.

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requires a lower pressure rating and can various Parker Torqmotors.
operate using fixed displacement, a gear The HP series was designed to
pump may be the proper solution. complement Parker transmission
The engineers at Parker Pump and technology by addressing specific user
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series of pumps, specifically designed durability, compactness, integrated
for the low-speed, high torque (LSHT) features to lessen leak points, and reduced
applications. The HP series is the only line OEM assembly time. HP1 single pumps
of the closed-loop, variable-displacement incorporate a design with integrated filter,
pumps, designed specifically for LSHT reservoir, and a low center of gravity pulley
applications, with an integrated oil attachment point. HP2 dual pumps can be
reservoir, filter, and cooling fan. direct mounted to a horizontal shaft engine, WHAT
This model saves an engineer space so there is no need for belts and pulleys. DO YOU
within a design and reduces the number of Like the HP1, the HP2 has an integrated THINK?
components from 72 to 5. HP pumps are up filter, reservoir and fan for cooling. FPW
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DISTRIBUTOR UPDATE Mary C. Gannon • Editor
No limits at FPDA/ISD Joint

Industry Summit
A After what was considered one of its best

events yet in 2018, this year’s FPDA/ISD Joint
Industry Summit is heading south to Texas,
bringing some new education and networking
opportunities to members and guests alike.
The event will be held in Austin, from October
6 – 9 at the AT&T Executive Education and
Conference Center.
As always, the event includes several

educational workshops, including a few
which will be member-driven TEDTalk-style
sessions, along with inspiring and energizing
keynote presentations to facilitate high-
level networking and thought-provoking
discussions.
The event opens with a keynote
presentation, which is followed by a workshop
by Mary Kelly, PhD, CSP, Commander, US
Navy (ret). Her FPDA/ISD Opening Keynote:
“Why Leaders Fail and the 7 Prescriptions for
Success,” will provide insights into behaviors that may be sabotaging proceeds benefiting a local charity) to kick off our wellness-
the loyalty of direct reports and will help attendees understand why themed closing Keynote with Mike Staver; and the return of our
their top talent may not be performing up to their potential. She will most popular event ever: The Great Bingo Revival,” Luckado said.
then moderate the ISD Emerging Leaders & FPDA Young Executives
Workshop: “Top Secret Leadership.” Other highlights include:
FPDA’s Executive Director Amy Luckado explained the changes. • Educational workshop by Mark Dancer, Founder, Network for
“After the ‘best Summit ever’ in 2018, we mobilized initiatives Channel Innovation, whose talk, “Facing the Forces of
stemming directly from our attendee feedback. This includes an Change: Scenario Planning for Distributors,” will cover
Emerging Leaders/Young Executives workshop session with our embracing virtual markets, revitalizing the value chain,
opening Keynote speaker, Mary Kelly; a “new twist” on the Golf and leading a real-world renaissance. He will follow with
Tournament – hosting a modern, fun, and inclusive (no experience an IndustrySpeak Session, “Facing the Forces of Change: Can
necessary!) event at Top Golf Austin; a wider range of business- Distributors Innovate to Dominate?”
specific workshops and educational sessions that will benefit
attendees from every facet of your company; a Fun Run 4K (with
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• Joe Ellers will host another IndustrySpeak Session – “Are You and what to do about it, key
Sure You Know What Your Customers Really Care About.” This steps to building a mindset and
session will cover key end-user issues, a review of customer’s lifestyle that serves you, and how
strategies, goals, and problems, and more for owners, sales work/life balance is impossible
managers, and salespeople. He will follow with an and what the better
Educational Workshop – Strategies for Increasing Gross alternative is for you.
Margins, which will address the six most effective strategies
for increasing gross margin percentage. The event also includes the FPDA/ISD Supplier Showcase and
Networking Reception from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Monday, with live
• Another IndustrySpeak Session, “A Practical Approach to Innovation music by Brian Forte from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
– Theories into Reality,” will be presented by Andrew Johnson, As Luckado noted, instead of the usual FPDA/ISD Annual Golf
CEO, ShelfAware. Johnson will explore several use cases that Tournament, the event will include two hours at Topgolf Austin, for
illustrate entry level innovations in process automation, the relaxing club swinging in climate controlled golf bays. Networking
Internet of Things (IoT), and business optimization. His presentation opportunities will include a scavenger hunt for young executives,
will include demos of hardware and software to bring these high- tours including ax throwing and an Austin Bucket List tour, and the
tech theories into reality, showing attendees how they can create organization’s popular Studio 54 BINGO Party, featuring Reverend
value-added systems. Rusty Reems and the BINGO dancers with a 70s inspired BINGO
extravaganza. FPW
• The event concludes with the FPDA/ISD Breakfast & Closing

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ENERGY EFFICIENCY Ron Marshall • Contributing Editor
Why you should heed warning codes
A A wire manufacturer used a refrigerated air dryer to

condition the air from its three compressors. The dew point
required in the plant was near 35° F, and the maintenance staff
was confident of the proper operation of the dryer, because the
onboard dew point reading on the dryer control panel said that
the reading was less than the specified level. Yet, on occasion,
their production personnel complained about water in the
compressed air piping, which seemed strange — the dryer
Checking the actual dew point of the air at the dryer discharge with
a portable meter showed that the dew point of the air was at 70° F,
yet the dryer dew point display showed 34° F.
This dryer was a unit that used a cold coalescing filter to
remove the water from the air stream within the dryer. A check
of the manual showed a warning code “CF,” which was flashing
on the dryer display panel, meant Change Filter. The dryer filter
was clogged and was not properly separating the water from
the airstream, allowing moisture to pass through the dryer. Plant
personnel had noticed the code, but nobody bothered to look up
constantly showed a good reading.
the meaning!
A compressed air service provider was hired as part of an It is important to realize that most refrigerated dryer dew
energy efficiency effort. One of the auditor’s checks was to point indicators show the temperature of the evaporator within the
ensure that all readings were good with the compressed air dryer, not the actual dew point produced. If the dryer separator
dryer and that internal components were operating correctly. or condensate drains are not doing their jobs, excessive moisture
The auditor checked the air dryer drains; when pressing the will pass undetected to downstream piping, potentially causing
test button, he noticed that one of the two dryer drains was moisture problems. The best protection against this type of problem
passing excessive water. In fact, after 10 operations of the dryer is good maintenance and installation of a secondary dew point
test button, a flow of water was still flowing from the drain. probe with alarm at the discharge of the compressor room. FPW
This code was warning The dryer showed acceptable

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FUNDAMENTALS Josh Cosford • Contributing Editor
Hydraulic symbology 301:

electrical and electronic symbols
A
Any book or lesson in fluid power worth its weight in gold Figure 2
will discuss the importance of electrical and electronic control G
of hydraulics. In fact, over the past few decades, most of the

advancements in hydraulics has been that of how it’s controlled
rather than improvements in the foundational components such as
Proportional Coil Old Servo Valve High Response Valve
valves, pumps and actuators.
Understanding electrical symbology becomes more important Figure 2 shows three options for drawing proportional valve
as machinery becomes more sophisticated, and you may come symbols. A generic proportional valve symbol is shown on the
across schematics that are hybridized with electronics or even left and is quite simply a diagonal variable arrow slashed across
the coil symbol. This denotes that the current applied to the coil
electric actuators like linear or servomotors. This review of
can be varied (typically via pulse width modulation), and the two
hydraulic symbology covers most of what needs to be known to parallel lines above and below the valve symbol tells us the valve
read and create the average hydraulic schematic, since actual spool is constructed in such a way as to have infinitely variable
electrical symbols are somewhat different. positions between fully closed and fully flowing. However, like
many symbols, it tells us nothing of the construction technique or
Figure 1 method of manufacture.
The symbol previously used to represent servovalves is still
commonly found in old schematics, literature and documentation.
It’s an odd symbol, unique to servovalves, but makes perfect sense
Push Coil Pull Coil Dual Opposed Coils when broken down. It varies from the newer proportional valve
symbol only by the operator (the spring and parallel lines showing
Starting with Figure 1, there are three ways to draw an electric infinite positionability remain). The blank circle is surrounded by
operator for solenoid valves, which most people recognize. The three triangles, each of which points into or away from the circle.
first operator is the symbol for a solenoid coil that magnetically The left side triangle represents the input to the valve, which
pushes on the armature pin, which makes sense as the diagonal is the desired signal sent from the controller. The right side line
line leans towards the valve body. When you flip the diagonal and arrow depict the actual output being applied to the valve.
line to lean outward from the valve body, the coil now shifts the The bottom triangle facing up into the circle is the closed-loop
valve by pulling on the armature pin, although it is rare to see the feedback being added to the control signal, which is the amount of
symbol drawn this way. Most often a valve will be drawn as though correction equal to the difference between the input and output.
the inward-facing coil symbols are the standard, and it’s even my An actual servovalve has an inherent feedback loop using nozzles
personal preference. and a spool position-sensing flapper that creates backpressures.
When the valve is manufactured with dual, opposed coils, It’s a complex task, but it’s only important you know what the
such as with a 3-position cartridge valve, you draw the symbol with symbol means at this point.
both of the diagonal directions as shown. Because the end of the The high response valve on the right in Figure 2 shows
valve opposite the coils is buried within a manifold or ported body, another method of closed-loop valve control. This symbol is a mix
the only place to mount two coils is on the top. Inside the core of the two earlier examples, but instead of inherent feedback of
tube, the armature pin is attached to the spool and can be pushed the servo valve, it uses on-board electronics. The big dashed-line
or pulled off-center by either coil. triangle is the electronic symbol for an amplifier, although, in
the electrical symbology realm, the triangle is an unbroken, solid
line. When the symbol is borrowed for fluid power use, the line is
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dashed so as not to be confused with a pneumatic pilot source.
The amplifier is on-board the valve and is supplied with a corrected
signal with help from closed-loop position feedback. The box perched
atop the valve symbol and stemming from an extension of the infinite
position line is the symbol for a linear transducer. The diagonal line is
used for most fluid power transducers and is used to show a separation
from the mechanical property and the electronics. The G comes from
the German word geradlinig, meaning rectilinear, although sometimes
the letter S is used. The U is just a generic curve that tells us there is an
analog signal involved capable of infinite positioning up and down
a curve.
P F G
Pressure Pressure Flow Linear

Switches Transducer Transducer Transducer
Figure 3 Alternate Linear Transducer
Figure 3 shows various other transducer symbols but actually starts with
a pressure switch drawn as two variants. The first shows the dashed
pilot line you learned about in the very first Hydraulic Symbology 101
article. That pilot signal will push to close a switch when the pilot force
is enough to overcome the spring valve opposing the pilot energy. You’ll
notice there is no variable arrow in this symbol, telling us the pressure
setting is fixed from the factory.
A side note for electric switches: a normally open electrical switch
means electrons are not flowing as the switch contacts are not touching.
In fluid power, a normally open valve flows fluid in its neutral position.
A closed electrical switch means the electrons are flowing and the
component is doing its job. In fluid power, a closed valve is not flowing
any fluid, so be sure you are aware of the differences and don’t confuse
them.
The next pressure switch example is the current ISO pressure switch
standard and makes a few changes from the older one on the left. It first
shows a triangular pressure signal coming in the bottom, where the fluid
is separated by some sort of membrane depicted by the diagonal line.
That membrane would then act upon the “normally open” switch above
it. Finally, I’m certain you knew this was an adjustable pressure switch by
the spring and variable symbols added above.
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Going down the line, I’ve added three measured. In reality, this can take place via obvious, any new symbols will be easy for
more transducers, all remarkably similar myriad methods, once again making it clear you to decipher. FPW
except the letters used and the circular symbology is a representation of what is
object below the flow transducer. The P in occurring, but not how it is occurring.
the pressure transducers obviously stands The linear transducer was already
for “pressure,” and it shares the “analog” described in Figure 2, but I decided to add
curve symbol in the opposing corner. This an alternate configuration attached to a
symbol isn’t a “U” shape as shown on the proportional valve. I also used the alternate WHAT
high response valve symbol but is instead S designation, which is a mathematical
DO YOU
upside down. Although I haven’t seen
consistent use of this symbol in any one
symbol sometimes used for displacement
or distance. Overall, the symbol is quite
THINK?
direction, it is most often drawn as shown similar to the high response valve, but the Connect with thousands
in this pressure transducer symbol. proportional coils are the dual-opposed professionals online.
The flow transducer is mounted type, each pushing on the same armature
atop the symbol for a flow meter. All pin, albeit in different directions.
mechanical measurement symbols employ Although not a comprehensive list,
a circle, such as with the pressure gauge these electrical and electronic symbols
or thermometer, and you must imagine explained will arm you with the essentials
that fluid passes horizontally through the of electronic control of hydraulics, and with
convex shapes where it’s rate of flow is the depicted patterns already shown to be
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Up in the air—
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While many utilities vehicles use fluid power for power and control,
lift platforms and telehandlers especially rely on the reliability and
safety of hydraulics.
Josh Cosford • Contributing Editor
The utilities sector is any industry related to the delivery of

essential infrastructure services to end use customers, and these services
include water, sewage, electrical, natural gas and communications, to
name a few. Each of these industries are provided as a public service,
whether through local government or private enterprises serving
consumers on behalf of the government. As a public service, these
industries are highly regulated, especially as it pertains to the safety of
consumers and workers alike.

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A scissor lift relies heavily on
hydraulics for safe lifting and holding.
| shutterstock.com

M O B I L E H Y D R A U L I C S
Machinery used in utilities sectors must be by a dc motor and provide flow only
productive and efficient, but also safe and when required, which would be when the
reliable. Luckily for you and I, fluid power operation powers the lift with its electric
excels at these qualities, and hydraulics is controls. The pump will turn on, bypassing
the primary source of mechanical force the counterbalance (CB) valve and passing
Hold Valve CB Valve transfer in utilities machinery. Hydraulics straight through the hold valve. Because
is not only powerful yet compact; it also the hold valve is a one-way poppet, when
reliable, controllable and extremely safe. the valve is in its neutral state, it performs
Because so much can go wrong working as a check valve, allowing the flow to the
2800 PSI with machinery on public roads, buildings lift cylinder, raising the platform.
and homes, safety of machinery is the The magic in this circuit happens on
top priority, regarding both operators and the way down. The speed of a dc motor
civilians. is easily varied by changing the incoming
The nearly-incompressible nature voltage, so the up and down velocity of the
of hydraulic fluid makes it both highly lift can be feathered smoothly to provide
Manual Valve controllable and highly safe. Strictly the users with confidence and ease as
Fixed Orifice mechanical systems are more difficult to they position. However, when applications
control, especially smoothly. Electrical are capable of movement without pump
actuation in mobile machinery is hardly a power, such as with a loaded platform, care
blip on the radar, so we won’t discuss that must be taken not to overrun the desired
3000 PSI point. Because many utilities applications down speed. If our platform is loaded
involve the movement and lifting of above its rated weight capacity, it may
persons, extra care is taken to mitigate drop at an uncomfortable or unsafe speed
potential harm, which could occur in above what is being asked of by the pump,
Relief Valve various forms. regardless of whether it’s spinning more
M slowly.
Smooth, safe lifting The counterbalance valve, also known
Sample circuit as could be used for a A scissor lift platform, for example, is as a motion control valve, is a fantastic way
telescopic lift manufactured to lift one or more persons to control or prevent overrunning loads.
to work height as required, such as for It works by sensing the pressure at the
electrical or plumbing installations. These work cylinder’s opposite port, this time
platforms can lift five-hundred pounds or attached to the rod side, and using the
more of humans, tools and supplies, and do pressure from that port to open the valve
so incredibly smoothly with an incredible to allow descent. The inlet to the CB valve
safety and reliability record. is plumbed to the cap side of the cylinder,
The ability of hydraulics to control and with a trick spool design, compares
the rate of fluid molecule motion is a key pressure at this port to the pilot port. The
factor which makes hydraulics the top machined areas of each side of the spool
choice for man-lift applications. Fluid have a specific, known differential making
can be metered, stopped and instantly it easier for the valve to open using pilot
reversed through manual, hydraulic or pressure compared to direct pressure.
electrical operators, permitting either full Let’s say our counterbalance valve in
pump flow or literally drops of fluid. The this example has a 3:1 pilot ratio, meaning
motion-control component known as the it takes 2,800 psi of work pressure directly
counterbalance valve is a prime example of at the inlet of the valve to crack it open
hydraulic metering providing safe, smooth against spring pressure, but it will take
control over the lifting platform regardless just 933 psi on the rod side of the cylinder
of incoming flow. to allow flow to pass and the cylinder to
Counterbalance valves control or prevent
I have included a simplified sample lower. With a counterbalance valve, you
overrunning loads.
circuit as could be used for a telescopic lift. absolutely need to see pressure coming
| Courtesy of Eaton Corp.
The pump in this case would be powered from the pump to lower the cylinder.

Sophisticated electronics, such as this
inclinometer from Canfield Connector, can
sense exactly the slope, angle or elevation
of both the machine and work platform.
What’s good about a counterbalance

valve is the performance under various
levels of flow. Within a reasonable range
it will smoothly control descent even with
variable flow rate from the pump. If the
While many utilities
pump flow is reduced, the rate of pressure vehicles use fluid
rise at the pilot port is reduced, and the
subsequent rate of descent is smoothly power for power and
matched. CB valves are not digital like pilot-
operated check valves, which are either control, lift platforms and
telehandlers especially
open or closed, and will chatter if they find
themselves caught between. This is why
the counterbalance valve is also called a
motion control valve.
rely on the reliability and
As a final point related to this sample
circuit, you will have noticed the manual
safety of hydraulics.
blocking valve teed off the cap port of the
cylinder. It feeds downstream into a fixed
orifice, in reality likely installed into the
valve itself or a fitting at its port. Should a lift extends, it increases pressure on the
there be a power failure and the pump boom cylinder. Traditional hydraulics will
is not able to provide pilot pressure to employ a pressure reducing valve in the
operate the counterbalance valve, this cylinder circuit that prevents the machine
valve will provide a backup method of safe from moving the work platform any higher
descent. The orifice will be sized as such or farther, preventing accidents.
to provide very slow movement, since Sophisticated electronics, including
flow through it is based entirely on load pressure transducers, accelerometers and
pressure. multi-axis inclinometers can now sense
exactly the load, velocity and angle of
Rising electronic controls both the machine and work platform. The
Modern mobile machinery is increasingly controller uses closed loop control to keep
managed with sophisticated electronic the passengers out of danger so that they
controls, especially as the price of always move smoothly, and should the
such components drop amid a heavily vehicle or boom angle become too severe,
competitive mobile machinery market. prevent the load from becoming out of
In the past, hydraulics could be used to balance by restricting movement.
accomplish crafty features for improved With utilities applications, safety isn’t
safety with no electronic intervention. just in the way fluid power systems are
The telehandler is great for lifting controlled, but rather it’s sometimes in
people and equipment into difficult, out-of- how they’re made. A good example is the
reach places not possible with telescopic use of non-conductive hydraulic hoses for
lifts. However, because it is capable of all utilities applications involving aerial lifts
lifting very high with long reach, it can be enabling persons to work on high-voltage
overloaded with potential to tip the entire wires. Non-conductive hoses graded R7
machine, bringing down the boom and the and R8 are have limits of permissible
persons at the top. The higher and farther conductivity, even as voltage nears 75,000.

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Nonconductive hose, such as Parker Hannifin’s Parflex 518C and 518D designs,
ensure safety when machines operate near high-voltage sources like power lines.
The construction of the hose needs to be

with not only non-conductive outer carcass
material, but also the inner tube and
reinforcements.
Should a traditional hydraulic hose
with standard steel-braided construction
accidentally make contact with a high-
voltage wire, it could electrify the entire
machine as it transmits through the hose
and all the metal components attached
upstream. Non-conductive hoses employ
either textile or synthetic braided material
for reinforcement, insulating the hydraulic
hoses from the rest of the machine,
reducing the chance of electrification.
As the world’s population continues
to grow, the utilities sector must grow
Software for easy with it. More people means more
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H Y D R A U L I C S W I V E L S
HYDRAULICS
with a twist
Swivel connections take the stress out of hose routing.
Ken Korane • Contributing Editor
Designers of hydraulics circuits are typically tasked with ensuring

that hose and connections are safe, efficient, leak free and easy to maintain. And it goes
without saying that they need to be cost effective and last a long time.
That’s readily accomplished when a properly sized hose is stationary and well protected
yet easily accessible. Things get a bit dicey when everything moves. Machines in motion —
whether it’s a robot arm or excavator bucket — can let hoses rub and abrade against each
other and on machine components, as well as lead to extreme bending and high stresses
that can cause a hose to prematurely fail.
Swivel-type fittings are designed to head off such problems. They permit the coupling
and hose connection to rotate and prevent twisting and kinking, compensate for hose length
changes when the system pressurizes, reduce system rigidity and help absorb hydraulic
surges and shocks in a line. Added up, that can cut downtime and extend hose life.
The products also foster more-economical circuits. Swivels can reduce the length of
hose required between connections, eliminate the need for bent tubing to accommodate
angled connections, and often can connect directly to the hose line without adapters. Many
times this leads to less-complex, more-efficient system plumbing, as well as simpler and
quicker installation.
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| Courtesy of Taimi Hydraulics

A swivel itself consists of a housing and out, but many designs permit simple repair stem. Relative motion depends on a single
stem that rotate relative to one another, with seal replacement kits. load-bearing mechanism, a combination
as well as the requisite internal seals and Today’s swivel products come in a radial-thrust bearing. When assembled,
bearings that are critical to trouble-free range of end connections with various the balls retain the barrel to the stem
operation. Two basic types are in-line housing materials and seal options to suit while permitting axial rotation between
swivels, where the stem and housing fluid the intended application. Here’s a look at the two components. Thus, the bearings
ports lie on a common axis; and 90° swivels, some typical offerings on the market today. must withstand both thrust and stress
where the housing’s fluid port is positioned from angular deflection of piping. With
to rotate on a plane 90° to the stem axis. Multiple designs no deflection, bearing life is a function of
The swivel or hose should mount to Fluid-conducting swivel joints from thrust from fluid pressure.
the machine structure to ensure proper Hydraulics Inc., Fort Worth, Texas (www. The S-Inline swivel, for example,
alignment and freedom of movement. hydraulicsinc.com) come in a number of features a hardened carbon-steel barrel
While swivel joints are typically designed sizes and flow capacities with pressure and stem with large wear surfaces,
to allow free rotation with minimal friction, ratings as high as 6,000 psi. That includes chrome retainer balls for long life and a
engineers should be aware that the weight many combinations of connectors for SAE burnished barrel bore for extended seal
of the attached hose, tubing or fittings and ISO fluid ports. life. It includes a standard O-Ring and
— as well as the weight of the contained These products are generally back up ring that are field replaceable.
hydraulic fluid — may be substantial enough considered for low-speed rotation in fluid Protective treatment is zinc plating with a
to place excessive side loads or bending power systems. Maximum speed of rotation RoHS-compliant yellow chromate finish.
moments on the swivel. The connection depends upon system environment, with An optional grease fitting is available.
must be built to handle such loads or the fluid type, temperature and pressure being Maximum working pressure is 3,000 psi
seals may prematurely wear and leak. prime consideration, according to the (207 bar).
Excessive side loading also accelerates company. HS-series in-line swivels offer
wear on the bearing surfaces and inhibits The Hydraulics Inc. inline-type swivel expanded performance over the standard
smooth swivel joint operation. Even when has opposed fluid ports on a common S-series. This heavy-duty product operates
used as intended, however, the seals, back- axis with axial ball-bearing raceways and at pressures to 5,000 psi with a 4:1 safety
up rings and bearings can eventually wear seal grooves machined into the barrel and factor. It offers: an enhanced bearing design
along with a dual-ball race that improves
side-load resistance; higher-strength,
thanks to a through-hardened alloy steel
barrel and stem; a large wear surface that
limits angular deflection and rotational
torque; and permanently lubricated
bearings. These features reportedly result
in extremely long life even in severe
applications.
Hydraulics Inc.’s 90°-type swivels
have two load-bearing journal bearings.
The swivel’s barrel bore and stem have
complementing load-bearing lands, and
equal-size seals for containing the fluid. By
nature of equal (pressure balanced) seal
size, fluid pressure on the stem and barrel
induces no load on the bearings. Thus
bearing life depends solely on external
loading. Minimizing angular deflection
helps ensure long bearing life.
In addition to making various inline and 90° products, Hydraulics Inc. offers flange swivels. The 9S-90° Series swivels come in an
These fluid-conducting swivel joints incorporate SAE 4-bolt flange connections per SAE J518 extensive range of sizes and configurations
Code 61 and Code 62. and operate at pressures to 5,000 psi. All
are designed with a 4:1 safety factor and

Super Swivels’ extensive line of rotating
joints include Extra Heavy Duty versions
built for extreme applications and units
for pressures to 10,000 psi.
include RoHS compliant zinc plating for Extra Heavy Duty swivels are for pressure duty, although it is less corrosion
corrosion protection. Related products are extreme applications. They have a multiple- resistant than 300 series stainless.
the 9SS-Dual Plane and 18S-Parallel Plane bearing race design for added load- Viton (fluorocarbon) seals are
swivel families. Finally, the company offers bearing support and side-load strength. recommended for most petroleum-
flange swivels. These fluid-conducting The inner and outer bearing races are based applications with operating
swivel joints incorporate SAE 4-bolt flange integrally designed and machined with tight temperatures from -15° to 250° F; Aflas
connections per SAE J518 Code 61 and tolerances into the hardened male stem (tetrafluoroethylene-propylene copolymer)
Code 62. and female body, providing a rigid track for for higher resistance to many chemicals
the balls to roll freely, yet securely. Other and high-temperature environments to
High-pressure options versions of the company’s products include 400° F; and Extreme Viton that offers
Super Swivels, Minneapolis, (www. high-pressure swivels rated to 10,000 psi; good resistance to many chemicals and
superswivels.com) makes a range of and BSPP (British Standard Pipe Parallel temperatures from -6° to 437° F. Optional
hydraulic live swivels with features like Thread) designs. seals materials include Buna, EPR,
chrome or stainless-steel ball bearings, The swivels are manufactured Neoprene and Markez.
side-load resistance, burnished (micro from carbon steel and 304 and 440c
smooth) barrel bores and minimal pressure stainless steel. Carbon-steel zinc plating Ball-less couplings
drop. Rebuild kits are available to extend a is recommended for non-corrosive Taimi Hydraulics, St-Prime, Quebec (www.
swivel’s useful life. applications, such as typical hydraulic taimi.ca) has developed a family of ball-
The products are used across many or pneumatic duty. Carbon-steel nickel less swivel couplings that are said to be
applications, for example in hose reels, log plating is recommended for mildly pressure-spike protected and can reliably
loaders, automatic car washes and machine corrosive environments that include withstand significant lateral and tear
tool indexers to hydraulic wheel motors, water, mild chemicals and solvents. 304 loads. A triple-seal design enhances leak
robots, and railroad and mining equipment. stainless handles low-pressure corrosive resistance and, if necessary, the swivels can
Compact inline swivel rotating joints environments. 440c is a heat-treated, high- be quickly repacked.
enable movement of hoses and piping in carbon, martensitic stainless steel for high- They are made for high-pressure
fluid power systems and are designed to
fit in tight areas. A one-piece barrel and
stem with integrated ball-bearing races
minimizes friction, withstands heavy side
loads and prevents premature seal wear
and leaks. This pass-through inline design is
considered the most standard configuration
in live swivels, and sizes range from 0.12 to
2.5 in. in numerous body thread and end
configurations.
Super Swivel 90° swivels permit free
rotation around sharp corners with little
flow restriction. Sizes range from 0.12 to
2.0 in. Dual Plane swivels are rotating joints
that provide free rotation on two axes with
a right-angle change of path. They let hoses Taimi’s Swiwell hydraulic swivels are designed to eliminate torsion on hydraulic hoses.
and piping move on two paths. Sizes range They do not use ball bearings and thus are said to be more robust and durable for
from 0.25 through 1.5 in. ends. enduring extreme operating conditions.

Live swivels manufactured by Tompkins

Industries include inline, 90° and dual-
circuits in a wide array of applications
plane versions. They’re available with many
from marine and offshore, robots and
combinations of male and female pipe, NPSM,
cranes, underground and surface mining
JIC and O-ring face seal connections.
to construction, demolition, forestry,
agricultural and railway operations.
Taimi’s Screw-in Cartridge swivel is
designed to be integrated into hydraulic
manifolds. It simply screws in, becoming
a short and sturdy swiveling coupling
that withstands side loads and pressures
to 6,000 psi. The company’s standard
90° Swivel series offers right-angle
connections with the same features as Sizes generally range from as small A self-lubricating slide bearing permits
the inline version. Taimi’s short-series 90° as 0.25 to 2.50 in. connections, but actual rotating movement. It relies on the system
Swivel is built to fit in narrow and hard-to- offerings vary by specific end specification. fluid as a lubricant, making the bearing
reach spaces. The swivels are available in zinc-plated completely maintenance-free. Rotational
The Swiroll spherical hydraulic joint steel, 316 stainless, and brass. Seals are speed in continuous operation depends on
aims to improve hose group reliability typically Nitrile with Viton available on the size and operating conditions.
on rotating attachments. It can replace a request. Temperature range is -40° to The swivel fittings withstand operating
static manifold or hydraulic junction block, 200° F. pressures up to 400 bar (5,800 psi) with
for example, on harvesting heads. The a general safety factor of 2.5, depending
company says Swiroll reduces downtime, Increasing safety on the series and body size. Like the
improves safety, cuts oil consumption Stauff, Waldwick, N.J., (www.stauffusa.com) complete Stauff fittings range, they boast
and eliminates hose twisting, and can developed its male-stud swivel elbows to a high-grade zinc/nickel coating that
substantially lower hydraulics-related extend its range of tube fittings capabilities. meets stringent requirements in terms of
costs. These connectors introduce continuous corrosion protection and appearance.
Dual Swivel Manifolds house two freedom of movement into the hydraulic
Screw-in Cartridges swivels. Designed to line that further increases leak safety of a
be bolted or welded together, they are system. Stauff FI-DGWESV swivel fittings
used in many applications where hoses The compact FI-DGWESV swivel compensate for movements between
are quickly wearing or loosening due to fittings compensate for rotating, pivoting a fluid line and machine component,
torsion or pulsating pressure. 90° or 45° and oscillating movements between a line providing for continuous freedom of
fittings can be installed on both the swivel and machine component during operation, movement during operation.
and static side of the manifold. In addition, for instance for the tension-free connection | Courtesy of Walter Stauffenberg GmbH & Co. KG
custom Swivel Manifolds, again housing of pressurized hose lines. They also prevent
Screw-in Cartridge swivels, offer greater torsion build-up or extremely tight bend
design freedom in specific applications radii on moving hose lines.
such as harvester booms and forwarders. The connection on one side of the
swivel elbow is a 24° inner cone (form
Versatile connections “W” as per DIN 3861) in sizes 6L to
Live swivels manufactured by 42L (Light Series) and 6S to 38S
Tompkins Industries, Olathe, Kansas, (Heavy Series). The opposite side
(www.tompkinsind.com) are suitable for can be fitted with a Whitworth
vacuum service and for applications with pipe thread (G1⁄8 to G1-
operating pressures to 3,000 psi. The 1
⁄2) or a metric thread
product offerings include inline, 90° and (M10x1 to M48x2) with
dual-plane versions. End configurations a profiled seal. NBR seals
come in various combinations of male and are standard, although
female pipe, NPSM, JIC and O-ring face alternative materials as well
seal connections. as different connection versions
are available.

Flexible hose connections
While not a classic swivel connector, the Quick-Connect
system from ARGO-HYTOS, Kraichtal, Germany (www.argo-hytos.com)
nonetheless offers a flexible alternative to conventional hose
connection fittings.
Tubes and hoses equipped with these connections can be simply
plugged into the appropriate adapters by the user and fixed with
locking clips. Thus, assembly is significantly faster than required for
conventional fittings and no tools are needed.
The locking clip prevents the hose from pulling off the adaptor.
However, the line can rotate in the radial direction. In many applica-
tions this offers an advantage because the line can thus be positioned
as free of stress as possible. In contrast, hose that is installed twisted
or poorly routed tends to have a shorter working life. Likewise, the
system works well in narrow and tight spaces thanks to a minimum
hose spacing and by the rotatability of the line.
The modular Quick-Connect system was introduced several years
ago for use in large agricultural and construction machines. More
than 20 different connections are now available in different sizes and
shapes. The engineered-plastic products can connect to plastic and
Hydraulic
metal fittings and are suitable for both suction and return lines. system
Operating pressure is up to 10 bar (145 psi).
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Pulsing air
impacts
the bottom line for packaging applications
Pulsed air blow systems can provide cost-saving alternatives
to continually blowing compressed air in bottling and
packaging applications.
Alex Bakos • Product Sales Manager – controls

Parker Hannifin’s Pneumatic Division
As many companies continue to strive toward reducing operating costs, energy consumption is a key area where
new technologies can improve the bottom line. One of the largest energy-consuming parts of any factory is compressed
air, sometimes referred to as the “fourth utility.” Air compressors consume many kilowatt hours each year to produce
the necessary amount of air to power machines throughout packaging plants.
In a survey conducted by the U.S. Department of Energy, for a typical industrial facility, compressed air accounts for
about 10% of all the electricity consumed. By reducing the air consumption at each of the different processes, facilities
can also reduce the energy required by the compressor.
Compressed air systems and tools, which are commonly used in a wide variety of industrial applications
including packaging, are often missed sources of opportunity as facilities engineers seek additional ways to lower
energy consumption and costs. Nearly 50% of industrial plant usage of compressed air is consumed in “blow-
off” applications such as removing swarf, which is composed of plastic, cardboard, metal or other debris from the
manufacturing process; drying parts; removing products from the conveyor, etc. This supply of air is “uncontrolled,”
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Pulsed air can be used for
blowoff in many bottling
applications, allowing for
energy-efficient removal of
particulates.
| courtesy of Parker Hannifin

ASC/ASO500 series
Air Saver units take the
place of previously used
electrically operated
solenoid valves. The Air
Saver can be quickly and
easily retrofitted for an
immediate reduction in
air consumption with
no changes to the PLC
program.
| courtesy of Parker Hannifin

meaning that it is continually provided via Plant managers and system designers can
nozzles throughout the day, and is often use this formula to determine the current
extremely costly.   cost of compressed air usage in a plant: 
Because air compressors frequently
outpace other equipment when it comes • Cost ($) = (bhp) x (0.76) x (number of
to energy consumption, reducing their operating hours x (4/kWh) x (%time) x (%
energy consumption can definitely impact full-load bhp) Motor efficiency
the bottom line for packaging facilities. The  
Department of Energy also found that more where: 
than 95% of compressed air systems in • bhp = motor full-load horsepower
industrial use are viable sources for energy (frequently higher than the motor
reduction. More than 30% of total air usage nameplate horsepower; check
in plants can be attributed to the method equipment specification) 
of continual compressed air supply, not • 0.746 = conversion between hp and kW 
accounting for leaks. For these systems, • Percent time = the percentage of time
energy savings can vary from 20 to 50%, running at this operating level 
meaning a large plant with high usage can • Percent full-load bhp = bhp as the
percentage of full-load bhp at this
operating level 
Pulsed air blow systems can provide the cost-saving • Motor efficiency = motor efficiency at
this operating level 
alternative to continually blowing compressed air, because  
it can reduce consumption up to 50% in certain in-plant

Commonly, compressed air systems have
lower efficiencies ranging from 10 to 15%,
machine applications. making them ideal targets for energy
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New education I C U E E S H O W P R E V I E W
opportunities, equipment test

drives and product demos
will be the highlight at ICUEE,
which is set for October 1-3 The biennial ICUEE, International Construction and Utility Equipment Exposi-
tion, is known as The Demo Expo for its equipment test drives and interactive product
at the Kentucky Exposition
demonstrations. It is geared towards utilities and utility and construction contractors
Center in Louisville, Ky. who are looking for comprehensive insights into the latest industry technologies,
innovations and trends, focused on electric transmission and distribution, telecom,
cable, natural gas, water and wastewater and vegetation management.
Growing exhibition space

ICUEE 2019, slated for October 1-3, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louis-
ville, is on track to be the largest ever. Attendees can explore 28-plus acres of
indoor and outdoor exhibits of the latest innovations in utility and construction
equipment, products, tools and services.
Specialized exhibit pavilions will feature fleet management and safety, plus a
new Emerging Technologies Pavilion, which brings together state-of-the art
products and services that provide business-solution services, management
tools, software and related products and services.
Networking events include the return of the popular Bourbon, Beer & Bites
reception at the close of show Thursday, and a special concert downtown at
Fourth Street Live! Wednesday evening for all ICUEE attendees.

Expanded education opportunities
ICUEE education programs offer attendees a variety of formats and topics to
maximize their time on-site. Sessions include new disaster-readiness simula-
tion labs, an expanded roster of show-floor field classrooms and new eat-and-
learn workshops.
“ICUEE education sessions are a great way to conveniently ramp up the
knowledge of your team,” said John Rozum, ICUEE show director. “We’ve
developed relevant programs and gathered leading experts to help you and
your team stay informed and up to speed on the latest industry develop-
ments.”
As an added value, education participants earn Professional Development
Hours credit. Attendees can also take advantage of industry certifications
offered by the National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators
(NCCCO).
Disaster Simulation Labs — Desi Matel-Anderson, FEMA’s first and former
chief innovation advisor, will lead new Disaster Simulation Labs. Matel-An-
derson will help attendees explore needs and concepts to create tailored and
innovative solutions to meet a variety of crisis needs.
Expanded Field Classrooms - ICUEE uses ‘walking’ classrooms on the show
floor to provide a hands-on overview of topics geared to those new to the
industry (or those wanting a refresher). Electrical hazards and equipment hy-
draulics will be covered, among other topics.
New Eat and Learn Workshops — Learning opportunities will be offered
at Tuesday lunch, Wednesday breakfast and/or lunch sessions. Topics include
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2019 Exhibiting As
ICUEE exhibitor list
Louisville, Kentucky | October 1-3, 2019
Booth Number Exhibiting As Booth Number
Anfield Industries 2916 Hydro Leduc NA Inc. 4330
Auburn Gear 4128 Hydromax USA 1709
ARGO-HYTOS Inc 4809 Industrial Nut Corp. 3356
Ashun Fluid Power Co. Ltd. 5306 J.R. Merritt Controls Inc. 2955
Bailey International LLC 2305 Kar-Tech Inc. 2343
Bondioli & Pavesi Inc. 4532 Liftwell Hydraulics PVT. Ltd. 5327
Bucher Hydraulics 3464 MP Filtri USA Inc. 2755
c-change inc. 4166 Muncie Power Products 3040
CEJN North America 2460 NBB Controls Inc. 2018
Cervis Inc. 4210 North American Hydraulics, 3033
Columbus McKinnon/Magnetek 2142 OEM Controls Inc. 3233
Copperweld 4063 OTTO 2859
Coxreels 4656 Parker Hannifin Corp. 1826
Cross Co. N-1054 Permco Inc. 3440
Delta Computer Systems Inc. 3021 Piranha Hose Products 4427
Dinamic Oil North America 2428 Reelcraft Industries Inc. 3006
Dixon Quick Coupling 4660 Rota Engineering 4159
Donaldson Co. 4704 Salami SpA 4716
Dynamic Fluid Components 5053 Scanreco 3510
Dynatect Manufacturing Inc. 3105 Schroeder Industries 2906
Eaton 1710 Sensata Technologies 4258
Eaton Corp. 2317 Stauff Corp. 2951
Eskridge 3206 Stellar Industries Inc. N-1012
FORCE America Inc 4501 Stucchi USA 4409
GS Global Resources Inc. 3134 Suburban Manufacturing Group 4551
Hannay Reels Inc. 4921 Suco Technologies 2651
HAWE Hydraulik 2806 Sun Hydraulics 3215
HBC-radiomatic Inc. 3552 Sunfab Hydraulics 3101
HBD Industries 2229 Texas Hydraulics Inc. and Oilgear 2705
HED (Hydro Electronic Devices) Inc. 3308 Thomas Magnete USA LLC 3239
Hengli America Corp. 2963 VIS Hydraulics SRL 4801
Hercules Industries Inc. 4931 Vitillo USA 4458
Hetronic USA L-227 WIKA Mobile Control LP 3451
Hy-Pro Filtration 4704 Young Powertech Inc. 1805
HYDAC Technology Corp. 2340 ZSI-Foster 5163

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Healthcare Packaging Expo in
Las Vegas, September 23-25.
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PACK EXPO Las Vegas 2019 will return to the Las Vegas Convention Center
September 23–25, and will co-locate with Healthcare Packaging Expo 2019. Produced by PMMI, The
Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, the shows’ 2,000 exhibiting companies will host
an expected 30,000 attendees, including 5,000 international visitors from more than 125 countries.
As always, several fluid power manufacturers will highlight their technologies at the show. See the
more than 30 fluid power companies and their booth numbers in the accompanying exhibitor list.
“We are excited to unveil our new show features that will add even more value for the industry
professionals making the trip to attend,” said Laura Thompson, VP, trade shows, PMMI. “We are
constantly looking for ways to improve the attendee experience and provide access to the latest
industry trends, thought leaders and maximize the networking at the show. What better way
than offering more on-floor experiences and education to maximize time spent at the show.”
This year’s new features include the following:

Robotics Zone — Innovation in automation is driving rapid developments in robotics. This year,
an entire zone in the North Hall will showcase some of the latest technologies in robotics where
attendees can witness their capabilities and see them in action.
The Pack Expo Omron Greeter Robot will welcome attendees. As part of this new zone, teams
from Las Vegas high schools will showcase their robots in motion in the Future Innovators Robot-
ics Showcase. Next, PACK for a Purpose: Robots Fighting Hunger, in collaboration with Blessings
in a Backpack, will feature exhibitor robots showcasing different applications while packing
food to feed kids on the weekends. Participating sponsors include Bosch, Chicago Electric
with Yaskawa, Fanuc America, ProMach with ABB, and Universal Robots. Blessings in a
Backpack benefits children facing food-insecurity across Las Vegas and the United States.
Because the show is in Las Vegas, Robotics Zone will include gambling and a show
as visitors are welcome to check out Omron’s Interactive Dice Playing robot and Ready
Robotics’ Bowling Robot while listening to a concert from the Kuka Robotic Pianist.
Comau will showcase its Interactive Wearable Exoskeleton where attendees can
try on a wearable suit and perform assisted task and product handling. The Soft Robot-
ics End-Of-Arm Tool Exhibit will demonstrate an end-of-arm tool designed to mimic the
human hand to grasp and manipulate items that vary in size, shape and weight.
Finally, attendees can witness Pick and Place/Relocation Activities in action, compli-
ments of University of Waterloo Autonomous Robotic Lab and the Object Detection and
Flexible Grasping with Artificial Intelligence Demo sponsored by Siemens.
The Forum — This growing staple in the Pack Expo portfolio of trade shows makes its Las
Vegas debut in the Central Hall with its interactive industry knowledge exchange. The
Forum offers free, 45-minute learning sessions on the latest industry trends, including
hands-on activities, small group discussions and Q&A each day of the show.
Organizations that will be holding interactive sessions at The Forum include:

• OpX Leadership Network
• Contract Packagers Association
• Institute of Packaging Professionals

2019 Las Vegas, Nevada | September 23-25, 2019
• The Organization for Automation and Control

• Robotic Industries Association
• World Packaging Organization
Exhibitor List
Exhibitor Booth
• PMMI U
• PMMI Business Intelligence ACE Controls Inc. 8159
Adsens Technology Inc. 6382
PACKage Printing Pavilion — The PACKage
Printing Pavilion in the Central Hall will focus on Alkon/Allenair Corp. 8455
the advantages of digital printing, showcasing Atlas Copco Compressors LLC 7136
the latest in cost-effective solutions for smart, Balluff Inc. 6461
short-run, on-demand, cost-effective, variable
data and personalized packaging. Bimba Manufacturing Co. 6277
Carlo Gavazzi Inc. 6356
Technology Excellence Awards — The Technol-
Coval Vacuum Technology Inc. 5848
ogy Excellence Awards will recognize exhibitors’
innovative technology that has not yet been Elesa U.S.A. Corp. 7941
shown at a Pack Expo and Healthcare Packaging Elobau Sensor Technology Inc. 5811
Expo in the previous calendar year. All regis-
tered attendees will be able to vote on their Emerson 6107
favorites among the finalists selected in specific Enfield Technologies 5805
market segments. Famic Technologies Inc. 6985
CareerLink Live Pack Expo — CareerLink, Festo Corp. 6349
PMMI’s online job board, is going live for the Gardner Denver Industrials Group 7264
first time in 2019. This is an opportunity for
igus Inc. 6758
PMMI, CPA, IoPP members and consumer pack-
aged goods companies to meet with students J.W. Winco Inc. 6761
and veterans pursuing careers in packaging and Kaeser Compressors Inc. 7663
processing during one-on-one informational in-
terviews. Interviews will take place at the show Lubriplate Lubricants 8077
and registration is $49. Motion Industries 7276
NASON 7381
Pack Gives Back — While not a new event, Pack
Gives Back, sponsored by Rockwell Automation, Neugart USA Corp. 6172
returns to Las Vegas with a brand-new act and Parker Hannifin Corp. 6288
new benefitting organization. Headlining this
Petro-Canada Lubricants 7582
year’s event will be the Steve Miller Band. A
portion of the proceeds from this year’s event PHD Inc. 6184
will support NS2 Services, a nonprofit dedicated Piab Inc. 4736
to helping recent U.S. military veterans transi-
tion from combat boots to business suits. This Schmalz Inc. 7250
charitable group provides valuable IT train- SIKO Products Inc. 5633
ing and employment assistance at no cost to Smalley Manufacturing Co. 2607
veterans. The fundraiser on September 23 kicks
off with a networking reception at 4:00 p.m. SMC Corporation of America 6169
followed by a performance by The Steve Miller SPX Flow Inc. 7573
Band at 5:00 p.m. in the North Hall of the Las
Staubli Corp. 5956
Vegas Convention Center. FPW
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A joystick is a type of lever used to control multiple valves or functions opposing sides of the main stage valves of the primary machine
with a single control. It can be tilted fore and aft, and left and right, but is functions, such as the boom, arm and bucket.
often equipped with electric or electronic buttons, switches or proportional Hydraulic joystick control makes sense for large machinery,
especially with high flow and pressure. Pilot energy more easily moves
rollers. So how do you choose a joystick for your mobile machine?
the main stage valves in these large machines. The downside is their
complexity, which is why only larger, more complex machines tend to
You must first understand your machine and whether it has the use them. However, even though hydraulic pilot joysticks are powerful,
capacity to use cable, hydraulic, electric or a combination type of smooth and effective, they are losing ground to electronic control.
control. The most basic form of joystick control uses cable and spring Electronic joysticks create analog electrical outputs, such as 4-20
mechanisms connected to the bottom of the stick. The cables are aircraft mA or 0-5 V, for example, which is fed to either a proportional valve
wire surrounded by hard plastic covers, allowing the cable to slide to and controller or the primary machine controller. The controller uses a
fro inside the protective cover. The opposing ends of the cables are fed PWM output to control proportional valves directly or via proportional
through or around the body of the machine to a directional control valve, pilot valves, which in turn control the major functions of the machine.
with each cable terminating at the valve spool in place of levers. Advanced electronic machine control now operates through CAN
As the joystick is tilted forward, it will pull a cable which in turn pulls systems, and the joystick is just a node of many, where they use one
on the valve spool, shifting to control the valve’s function, most often of the various standards such as SAE J-1939 to join all components
a boom, bucket, tilt or swing on an excavator, but can be any function to the primary machine controller, or one of many smaller units. CAN
requiring remote, repeated manual control. Cable operated joysticks are systems allow the use of just four wires to transmit control signals
economical and suited to small machines or implements, such as backhoe throughout the entire machine, reducing cost and complexity.
attachments for a tractor. They’re also a solid choice if you’re adding a In reality, some joysticks will use a combination of controls, such
joystick control to an existing machine since the cable operators can be as a hydraulic pilot control of an excavator, but with an electronic
added to the current valve. proportional roller switch for controlling an optional function, such
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