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IN THIS ISSUE

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VOLUME 28 • ISSUE 11

Features 6 Wise Up: The Future of Fluid Power Is Smart Real-time data is forcing the industry to prioritize analytics.

8 Cover Story The Wow Factor: Hydraulic Cylinders in Entertainment Behind-the-scenes linear motion in films, amusement parks, and live shows. 20 Lights! Camera! Hydraulics! Entertainment Applications Take the Stage Fluid power’s starring role in (no business like) show business. 22 Test Your Skills Linear Displacement Sensors 26 Equal Footing: Swing-Axle Cylinders Manage Uneven Terrain They enable rigidity and stability for driving on coarse ground.

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Board President Looks Back on ‘21: ‘a very trying time’ By Rocky Phoenix, CFPMHM, CFPMHT, CFPCC, CFPMMH, 2021 IFPS Board President and Chairperson

IN DECEMBER, MY term as president and chairperson of the board of directors of the International Fluid Power Society comes to a close. I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone in our industry for staying with fluid power through a very trying time. In this momentous year, I’ve seen our industry blindsided because of a lack of workers, ongoing supply problems, and price increases on almost everything. Through all of it, the fluid power community persevered. It remains an industrial leader, and we are resolved to succeed and grow. I would like to offer my thanks to small-business owners for keeping the faith and looking to a better year ahead; to companies and corporations for not forgetting about your dedicated fluid power professional employees; and to IFPS members and staff, who adapted and grew through the uncertainties we encountered. Uncertainty was a common experience in 2021. It surrounded the IFPS spring meeting in March. To assure everyone’s safety, we decided to hold a virtual meeting. It was a first for IFPS, but because of the foresight and expertise of the IFPS staff, we accomplished the meeting with great success and great attendance! We learned a lot from that experience, and I believe it has helped us to communicate better with members around the world. The virtual meeting experience may likely be a permanent part of our future, as it allows, for example, inductees to the Fluid Power Hall of Fame to participate in their induction without traveling to Reno, Nevada, for the IFPS fall meeting in October. While virtual meetings are a great tool, they can’t take the place of face-to-face interaction. We found this to be true when comparing

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the fall virtual board meeting experience to a live meeting. People understand each other more clearly in person than in the virtual world. It was a year of accomplishments at IFPS, including the revamped Mobile Hydraulic Mechanic certification, which was updated with the latest industry standards and expectations. It is a fantastic piece of work that will be received well in the industry. Thank you for the very hard work of the committees and staff at IFPS. I’d like to point out a number of other successes this year. We introduced a pilot mentorship program for individuals advancing in the fluid power industry. We moved forward with new social media strategies to help us stay in touch with members and, we hope, attract others into IFPS and the field of fluid power. The Fluid Power Reference Handbook and Fluid Power Symbology Guide continue to be popular resources. Our webinar library is growing and is a popular resource. All these projects came from the involvement of IFPS members who desire to advance fluid power technology and education. In closing, I want to say that it has been an honor to serve IFPS in 2021. I’m looking forward to the growth and new ideas that flourish because of all those who are committed to the fluid power industry. Thank you!

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New Problem:

Calculate Diameters of Load-Holding Cylinders By Ernie Parker, CFPAI, CFPSD, CFPS, CFPMM, CFPMT, CFPMIP, CFPMMH, CFPMIH, CFPE

CALCULATE THE REQIRED diameter and standard diameter needed for the cylinders to hold the load shown below.

INTERNATIONAL FLUID POWER SOCIETY 1930 East Marlton Pike, Suite A-2, Cherry Hill, NJ 08003-2141 Tel: 856-489-8983 • Fax: 856-424-9248 Email: AskUs@ifps.org • Web: www.ifps.org 2021 BOARD OF DIRECTORS President: Rocky Phoenix, CFPMMH - Open Loop Energy, Inc. Immediate Past President: Jeff Kenney, CFPMHM, CFPIHM, CFPMHT - Dover Hydraulics South First Vice President: Denis Poirier, Jr., CFPAI/AJPP, CFPHS, CFPIHM, CFPCC - Eaton Corporation Treasurer: Jeff Hodges, CFPAI/AJPP, CFPMHM - Altec Industries, Inc. Vice President Certification: James O’Halek, CFPAI/AJPP, CFPMIP, CMPMM - The Boeing Company Vice President Marketing: Scott Sardina, PE, CFPAI, CFPHS Waterclock Engineering Vice President Education: Randy Bobbitt, CFPAI, CFPHS Danfoss Power Solutions Vice President Membership: John Bibaeff, PE, CFPAI, CFPE, CFPS DIRECTORS-AT-LARGE Chauntelle Baughman, CFPHS - OneHydraulics, Inc. Stephen Blazer, CFPE, CFPS, CFPMHM, CFPIHT, CFPMHT Altec Industries, Inc. Randy Bobbitt, CFPAI, CFPHS - Danfoss Power Solutions Steve Bogush, CFPAI/AJPP, CFPHS, CFPIHM - Poclain Hydraulics Cary Boozer, PE, CFPE - Motion Industries, Inc. Lisa DeBenedetto, CFPS - GS Global Resources Daniel Fernandes, CFPECS, CFPS - Sun Hydraulics Brandon Gustafson, PE, CFPE, CFPS, CFPIHT, CFPMHM - Graco, Inc. Garrett Hoisington, CFPAI/AJPP, CFPS, CFPMHM Open Loop Energy Brian Kenoyer, CFPHS - Five Landis Corp. Jon Rhodes, CFPAI, CFPS, CFPECS - CFC Industrial Training Mohaned Shahin, CFPS - Parker Hannifin Randy Smith, CFPHS - Northrop Grumman Corp. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR (EX-OFFICIO) Donna Pollander, ACA HONORARY DIRECTORS (EX-OFFICIO) Paul Prass, Fluid Power Journal Liz Rehfus, CFPE, CFPS Robert Sheaf, CFPAI/AJPP, CFC Industrial Training IFPS STAFF Executive Director: Donna Pollander, ACA Communications Director: Adele Kayser Technical Director: Thomas Blansett, CFPS, CFPAI Assistant Director: Stephanie Coleman Certification Coordinator: Kyle Pollander Bookkeeper: Diane McMahon Administrative Assistant: Beth Borodziuk

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The solution will be published in the February 2022 issue of Fluid Power Journal.

Solution to the June 2021 problem:

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We need to find a solution where the resistance would produce a pressure of 1 psi for each hp. 60 mph = 88 feet / sec. 1 hp = ? lbs. of pull x 88 / 550 1 hp = 6.25 lbs. of pull 3” diameter cylinder = 7.068 sq. in. Since 1 hp = 1 psi, then 6.25 lbs. requires 6.25 sq. in (effective rod-end area) 7.068 – 6.25 = .818 sq. in. of rod A = D² x .7854 Working backward, rod diameter = 1. inches. Visit www.fluidpowerjournal.com/air-teaser to view previous problems.

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Wise Up WISE

The Future of Fluid Power Is Smart By Kevin P. Vanderslice, Director of Sales, ifm efector

igital transformation and Industry 4.0 are common buzz words these days. They focus on real-time data and automation. But how should we approach this? The manufacturing industry generates more data than any other sector of the economy, and because of all this data, companies are making analytics a priority. In a recent General Electric survey, 42% of manufacturers have said “big data” is the top priority, and another 45% said it is one of the three highest priorities.

health and product quality is critical. The classic consumer example of this third wave is the ride-sharing service Uber. Suddenly, owning a car is not necessary; getting from A to B is all that matters, which also testifies to the impact that Uber’s transformation has had on the automotive industry.

Digital transformation is happening in three waves.

1. Aircraft deicers at airports have a serious impact on airline operations.

Wave 1. The waters that most of us have navigated in recent decades are in wave 1. It is the classic ownership model, i.e., a customer pays a one-time price for a machine or after-sales service. As the OEM, you provide a warranty for a limited amount of time, and any service work beyond that follows the classic model of dispatching a technician or bringing in the vehicle for maintenance or repairs.

Wave 2. In wave 2’s usage-based model, a customer pays to use a machine but does not own it. Uptime becomes more critical. The customer simply may not pay you if the machine is not performing 100%. Insight into the machine’s operation to detect early wear and tear becomes a necessity. With that information, you can plan maintenance and repairs during scheduled downtime.

Wave 3. In this final stage, wave 3 evinces an outcome-based model in which the customer pays only for the finished product. Frankly, he could care less which machine you used to get there. But as you are responsible for the final product, so a full understanding of machine

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How does digital transformation apply to industry? Here are some examples. To avoid bottlenecks, stops to refill trucks with the deicing fluid are staggered. This requires a real-time view of current liquid levels in each truck. Additionally, tracking the usage per aircraft may be mandated by the FAA.

2. Refuse collection vehicles are constrained by weight and cycle time. Improving the speed of pickups and optimizing capacity enables trucks to pick up more refuse in less time. This is only possible by accurately measuring key body data and preventing unplanned maintenance.

3. Mobile drill rigs are a good example of highly complex on/off highway vehicles that utilize a large number of sensors and actuators. The operator must manage the drill operation as well as the safety zone of the drill head. Using

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area surveillance to assist the operator with these tasks and display the parameters in the cab significantly improves the working conditions and safety of the job site.

4. What if farm equipment automatically identified weeds or pests and eradicated them? Besides efficiency and cost reductions, the decreased use of crop-protection chemicals and reduced emissions into the environment show the advantages of this technology, which could ultimately eradicate harmful substances from farming. 5. The traffic of cargo vessels in ports is tightly scheduled. There is little time to load or unload cargo. Automated guided vehicles have simplified and quickened the transportation of containers by knowing where and when to pick up the freight. Automated machines are helping the fast-growing needs of the ship-to-shore industry.

The smart factory Industry 4.0 is often referred to as the fourth industrial revolution and represents a new stage in the organization and control of the industrial value chain. In manufacturing, Industry 4.0’s modern control systems and smart sensors have resulted in what is often called the “smart factory.” IoT devices in smart factories lead to higher productivity and improved quality. With minimal investment, quality-control personnel can monitor manufacturing processes from virtually anywhere by connecting a smartphone to the cloud. By applying machine learning algorithms, manufacturers can detect errors immediately, rather than at later stages when repair work is more expensive. In the industrial world, while Industry 4.0 is influencing overall equipment effectiveness, there are multiple areas where there could be improvement, including: • Machine availability – reducing planned and unplanned stoppages. • Machine performance – eliminating slow cycles and small stops. • Product quality – reducing levels of scrap, defects, and rework. • Energy optimization – preventing air or vapor leaks. • Environmental impact – improving pollution control. Let’s look at two examples. Air compressor • Machine availability. Vibration sensors monitor the pump health to prevent catastrophic failure and loss of availability. You can monitor five key areas of machine problems: impact, fatigue, friction, severity, and temperature. Monitoring this data in real time allows the sensors to predict pending failures and limit catastrophic damage. • Machine performance. Compressed air leaks cause compressors to work harder and produce more air than needed. Flowmeters reliably measure compressed air flow, pressure, temperature, and total consumption, alerting users to leaks that reduce compressor performance. • Product quality. Using sensing elements that measure accurately, users can attain precise control of the compressed air system, maintaining quality. • Energy optimization. Vibration analysis sensors allow for monitoring compressor performance and provide alerts when pumps are operating inefficiently and wasting energy.

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Hydraulic power unit • Machine availability. Particulate contamination in hydraulic oil can lead to sticking or accelerated mechanical wear of system components. Reliable oil-cleanliness sensors can measure particle size and distribution and alert users before the particle contamination reaches a critical level. •M achine performance. As a hydraulic pump wears over time, more hydraulic oil leaks past the pump seals to the case drain. Flowmeters can reliably measure the flow of case drain oil, providing real-time feedback on diminishing pump performance. • Product quality. Over time, water can get into a hydraulic system, causing corrosion, increasing oxidation, and leading to the inaccurate position of system components like valves. Humidity sensors can monitor the level of moisture in hydraulic oil and alert users when it reaches a critical level. This eliminates improper positioning of hydraulic devices, ensuring quality output. • Energy optimization. Vibration sensors monitor pump performance and provide alerts when pumps are operating inefficiently, wasting energy. • Environmental impact. Without accurate sensing technology, false levels may fail to indicate overflowing hydraulic oil that can potentially impact the environment. Capacitive point level technology with no moving parts can provide reliable detection of overflow conditions.

What does the future look like? Consider some predictions. • With real-time maintenance, data from machine sensors predicts which maintenance activities should be performed on the machine and when. This can be as simple as time-based maintenance decisions or as complex as using powerful analytical models to predict component wear and tear. • Instead of operator fatigue being measured in hours of work or jobs completed, performance is measured based on operator alertness with the assistance of camera technology. • An operator score card allows for increased safety, efficiency, a drop in insurance rates, and should, at the same time, increase overall job satisfaction. • Tracking technology verifies that the correct tool is used for its purpose and location. Additionally, it ensures that expensive assets are not left on the job site and that the machine with the proper tools is deployed to a job site. • Real-time diagnostics eliminate the need to deploy service technicians with laptops. Instead, critical data empowers an operator or engineer to evaluate, analyze, and troubleshoot problems.

Making history Digital transformation allows machine builders to reimagine how they design, manufacture, and service equipment. While Industry 4.0 is still evolving, companies that are currently adopting new technologies realize its potential. These companies upskill their workforce to take on the responsibilities made possible by IoT, and they recruit new employees with the right skills. We might not have the complete picture until we look back in 30 years. But for now, we’re making history!

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The

COVER STORY

By Tony Casassa, Engineering Manager, Aggressive Hydraulics

WOW

Factor

Hydraulic Cylinders in Entertainment

hen thinking about hydraulic cylinders, typically the first applications that come to mind are construction equipment like excavators and dump trucks or industrial applications like presses. However, a relatively unknown hydraulic application is entertainment. Except for fluid power enthusiasts, most people would not buy a ticket simply to watch a hydraulic cylinder extend and retract. However, hydraulic cylinders work behind the scenes to provide linear motion for amusement parks, animatronics, live shows, and other entertainment venues. These cylinders have much in common with their more utilitarian cousins, but they often have unique features to meet the requirements of the entertainment industry. One common requirement is the need for reliability. If the hydraulic cylinder on a dump truck fails, the owner of the dump truck loses revenue during the time the truck is inoperable and not hauling loads. In the same way, if an entertainment venue must cancel a show because of cylinder failure, there is a loss of revenue from ticket sales. So cylinders for entertainment must be designed for a high level of reliability because, as the old saying goes, “the show must go on!” Welded-type cylinders provide a high level of integrity through numerous pressure cycles, even in high-vibration environments. They can also be easily disassembled to replace the seals or perform other service work, a task that is even simpler with bolted head glands. One specific area of reliability is the rod sealing system. Although rod-seal leaks are never 8

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desirable, some users of mobile and industrial equipment tolerate a certain amount of leakage on a machine that may already be greasy or dirty. At an entertainment venue, cleanliness has a high level of importance to the patrons and, by extension, the owner. So there is little tolerance for unsightly leaks that may form a puddle on the ground, create an oil slick on the water, or become a collection point for dust and debris. The cylinder must be designed with highly efficient seals that endure many cycles and wipe the rod clean before it extends. The rod wiper must keep out contamination that may damage the rod seal. In some cases, a buffer seal may be added to dampen any pressure spikes from reaching the main rod seal, extending seal life. A leak detection port may be added to indicate if the rod seal has been compromised. This port could be used for a visual sight gauge, electrical pressure switch, or drain tube to a holding reservoir. Any of these methods can be used to alert maintenance personnel when it is necessary to schedule repair downtime. The leak detection port is especially valuable when the cylinder is used in or around water.

Hydraulic cylinder for an underwater stage.

Challenges presented by water Seventy-two percent of the earth is covered by water, and water is also a common feature in the entertainment world. From fountains to water features on rides to wave pools, H2O is ubiquitous because people find water fascinating. Water poses two primary threats to hydraulic cylinders: corrosion and water ingression. Carbon steel or ductile iron, common raw materials for cylinder components, are prone to rust in the presence of water. This rust is not only unsightly, over time it weakens the material and can result in failure. Fortunately, there are solutions to combat this problem. For the barrel or body of the cylinder, corrosion can be slowed by special paint finishes, for example, inorganic zinc primers or two-part marine-grade epoxy. If that is not adequate, nickel plating the exterior components provides an even more robust barrier than paint. Although typically not viable on large cylinders due to cost and material availability, smaller cylinders can be manufactured from stainless steel and bronze to inhibit corrosion. WWW.FLUIDPOWERJOURNAL.COM • WWW.IFPS.ORG

Closeup of the hydraulic cylinder developed for an underwater stage.

Animatronics cylinder engineered by Aggressive Hydraulics. The cylinder rod, which is typically chromeplated carbon steel, presents a unique challenge for corrosion protection. Chrome is a hard surface that is compatible with the rod seals, and chrome also provides a limited amount of corrosion protection. Chrome itself is resistant to rust, but it has microscopic cracks that let moisture penetrate to the base material, allowing it to rust and lift off the chrome plating. The options for the cylinder case are not viable for the rod; paint would strip off when the rod cycles, and nickel plating is too soft. There are viable solutions, including chrome application methods that significantly reduce the microcracks and form a stronger barrier to protect the base material. A different option is to plate the rod with a layer of nickel plating below the chrome, as the nickel provides corrosion resistance, and the chrome provides a smooth, hard surface for the seals. Instead of trying to protect the base material, yet another strategy is chrome-plated stainless steel, in which the chrome only provides the surface for the seals and the base material is resistant to corrosion. Although 300-series stainless steel provides more corrosion resistance, 17-4 stainless is typically used for the combination of good corrosion resistance and high tensile strength. The drawback of stainless steel, whether for the barrel or the rod, is higher cost and lower material availability, especially in larger diameters. Corrosion is not water’s only threat to hydraulic cylinders, which are typically designed only with seals to keep in the high-pressure fluid. If the cylinder is submerged or splashed, water can find a way inside the cylinder and mix with the hydraulic fluid. This contamination can result in fluid breakdown and internal rust of the cylinder and other hydraulic system components. WWW.IFPS.ORG • WWW.FLUIDPOWERJOURNAL.COM

Special seal configurations prevent this water ingression. An additional rod seal turned outboard to seal against the rod can prevent water from entering the rod gland. Because the seal material typically used for hydraulic fluid often swells or softens when exposed to water, the outboard seal should be a compound compatible with water.

Protecting electrical sensors Watery environments can also pose a threat to the linear position sensors that are often integrated in cylinders. There has been a significant trend in all types of machines and equipment to add electrical sensors and controllers, and hydraulic cylinders for entertainment reflect the same trend. One application is multiple cylinders working together to raise and lower an underwater stage. An integral linear position (Continued on page 10)

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Rendering of an animatronics cylinder.

sensor can enable synchronization of the cylinders and provide an alarm notification if the stage is out of position. Although current standard sensor offerings have reasonable water ingression protection for most environments, severe or submerged applications require nonstandard configurations. In the example of the underwater stage, the sensor is protected by a custom-designed sealed enclosure with a cord grip for the terminating cable. In another example, that of animatronics cylinders that bring full-sized characters to life, specialized connectors designed for subsea environments are used to maintain electrical reliability. The job of these connectors is to transmit the output signal from the sensor integrated in the cylinder. Sometimes these outputs are common analog or digital outputs, but other cases require unique outputs. Often the controllers are highly specialized, as they go beyond typical motion control and also manage lighting and sound for the ride or show. They may require special sensor outputs like PWM – pulse width modulated. In other cases, the system may have been designed years ago with a specific type of resistive sensor that is no longer available. Because of the cost and the high level of integration, changing the electronic controller is not a viable solution. So a replacement cylinder must be designed with a sensor to provide the same feedback. This level of customization is not limited to the sensor. Hydraulic cylinders range from standard offthe-shelf products to catalog options and highly customized types. In the case of an off-the-shelf cylinder, the customer must design the machine around the standard product or modify as needed. Catalog cylinders provide more options but are still limited to the predetermined configurations offered by the manufacturer. Custom-welded cylinders provide a high level of design flexibility, which is very important in many entertainment applications that require unique solutions. One example is a cylinder to generate waves in a pool at a water park. The duty cycle demand is high, as the cylinder operates continuously every day from open to close, and the tolerance for leakage of oil into the pool water is low. Therefore, the cylinder is designed to prevent fatigue failure and includes a dual seal and leak-detection port configuration. Although not submerged, the proximity to water requires corrosion protection features, including chrome-plated stainless steel rod, epoxy paint, and salt bath nitride head gland. The next time you visit an amusement park, live show, or even a sports event, keep your eye out for hydraulic cylinders at work behind the scenes to entertain the audience.

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I F P S U P D AT E

IFPS Announces 2022 Board of Directors

CELEBRATING 60 YEARS

THE INTERNATIONAL FLUID Power Society is pleased to announce that Denis Poirier Jr., CFPHS, CFPAI, CFPAJPP/AJPPCC, CFPCC, CFPIHM, was elected 2022 president and chair of the IFPS board of directors during its annual meeting in October. Poirier is the 62nd president of the board that takes office in January.

Denis M. Poirier Jr. began his career in the U.S. Navy, where his primary job specialty incorporated the operation, maintenance, and repair of major caliber weapons delivery systems, small arms, and associated support equipment. He has over 20 years of honorable military service with extensive experience in mechanics, hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical systems, electronic control systems, and automated delivery systems. Poirier joined Eaton Hydraulics Group (now Danfoss Power Solutions) in 2013 as a senior training specialist and currently holds the position as the training operations manager with Danfoss. He oversees instructor-led content, facilities, and learning materials. He is a licensed journeyman in the electronics mechanic trade, a master training specialist with the Naval Education and Training Command, and a licensed training specialist at Southern Illinois University. He holds a bachelor’s in workforce education and development and is certified by IFPS as an accredited instructor and job performance proctor. “I am humbled my peers have elected me to represent the International Fluid Power Society,” Poirier said. “I look forward to the year ahead and how IFPS can support the fluid power industry with relevant materials and certifications.”

IFPS confirmed its 2022 board officers and directors at the October meeting.

BOARD OFFICERS

NEW DIRECTORS-AT-LARGE

•F irst Vice President: Scott Sardina, PE, CFPAI, CFPHS – Waterclock Engineering • I mmediate Past President: Rocky Phoenix, CFPMMH – Open Loop Energy • Treasurer: Jeff Hodges, CFPAI/AJPP, CFPMHM – Altec Industries • Vice President Certification: James O’Halek, CFPAI/AJPP, CFPMIP, CMPMM – The Boeing Company • V ice President Marketing and Public Relations: Chauntelle Baughman, CFPHS – OneHydraulics • Vice President Education: Randy Bobbitt, CFPAI, CFPHS – Danfoss Power Solutions • Vice President Membership: Garrett Hoisington, CFPAI/AJPP, CFPS, CFPMHM – Open Loop Energy

•B rian Wheeler, CFPAI/AJPP, CFPMM, CFPMIP – The Boeing Company • Ethan Stuart, CFPS, CFPECS – Wainbee Limited

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RECONFIRMED DIRECTORS-AT-LARGE • Stephen Blazer, CFPE, CFPS, CFPMHM, CFPIHT, CFPMHT – Altec Industries • Steve Bogush, CFPAI/AJPP, CFPHS, CFPIHM – Poclain Hydraulics • Cary Boozer, PE, CFPE – Motion Industries • Lisa DeBenedetto, CFPS – GS Global Resources • Daniel Fernandes, CFPECS, CFPS – Sun Hydraulics • Brian Kenoyer, CFPHS – CemenTech • Jon Rhodes, CFPAI, CFPS, CFPECS – CFC Industrial Training • Mohaned Shahin, CFPS – Parker Hannifin • Randy Smith, CFPHS – Northrop Grumman Corp.

RECONFIRMED HONORARY DIRECTORS-AT-LARGE AND EX-OFFICIO •E x-Officio: Donna Pollander, ACA, Executive Director • Elizabeth Rehfus, CFPE, CFPS • Paul Prass, Fluid Power Journal • Robert Sheaf, CFPAI/AJPP, CFC Industrial Training As they complete their tenures on the board, IFPS thanks its outgoing Past President Jeff Kenney, CFPMHT, MHM, IHM, and Director-at-Large Brandon Gustafson, PE, CFPE, CFPS, CFPIHT, CFPMHM, of Graco. Their many years of service, commitment, and expertise helped steer IFPS in its mission.

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New Job Performance Test Locations Announced

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Live Q&A Session on HS Certification

PREPARING TO TAKE the hydraulic specialist certification and a little stuck? IFPS Technical Director Tom Blansett, CFPAI, will answer your questions on the Hydraulic Specialist Study Manual in a live webinar session on Nov. 18, 12-1 p.m. Eastern. Individuals preparing for the HS certification test can submit questions for Blansett to address in the live session. Questions must be emailed by Nov. 12 to tblansett@ifps.org. To register for the webinar, visit www.ifps. org/web-seminars. Make sure you have the most up-to-date HS Study Manual, which members can download for free and nonmembers can purchase. Visit www.ifps.org/study-manuals.

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AVAILABLE IFPS CERTIFICATIONS CFPAI Certified Fluid Power Accredited Instructor CFPAJPP Certified Fluid Power Authorized Job Performance Proctor CFPAJPPCC Certified Fluid Power Authorized Job Performance Proctor Connector & Conductor CFPE Certified Fluid Power Engineer CFPS Certified Fluid Power Specialist (Must Obtain CFPHS & CFPPS) CFPHS Certified Fluid Power Hydraulic Specialist

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August 2021

Newly Certified Professionals CONNECTOR & CONDUCTOR Craig Dietz, The Boeing Company Patrick Maluso, Rupe's Hydraulics Service Mark Mayberry, The Boeing Company Anton Tikhonov, The Boeing Company Johnny Vega, The Boeing Company ELECTRONIC CONTROLS SPECIALIST Tim Bankhead, HydraForce Mark Decklar, HydraForce John Felsenthal III Ben Henning Edward Simionescu, HydraForce Dale Thomas

Daniel Frye, Crossroads Mobile Maintenance Jason Gilbert, Crossroads Mobile Maintenance Zachary Herman, Crossroads Mobile Maintenance Jay Johnson Michael Pozzuoli, Entergy Levi Raab, Crossroads Mobile Maintenance Bradley Shelman, Entergy Anthony Spradlin, AEP Jason Swales, Crossroads Mobile Maintenance Trent Sydnor, Altec Industries Rickey Teer, Entergy

HYDRAULIC SPECIALIST Nicklaus Bates, IMI Precision Engineering Thomas Bon, North Dakota State University Seth Buhman, Beckwood Press Kenneth Cebrian, Beckwood Press Stephen Hanley, Electro-Hydraulic Machinery Co. Garagin Vertanessian, Eaton Hydraulics

PNEUMATIC SPECIALIST Ryan Demaree, Clippard Instrument Laboratory Evan Dimmerling Mike Kettering, Clippard Ankit Makhecha Vilis Vuskalns, SMC Corperation of America

MOBILE HYDRAULIC MECHANIC Ace Astor, Empire Electrci Aaron Bachtel, AEP Eli Balkin, AEP David Cinco, Crossroads Mobile Maintenance Josh Clift, Crossroads Mobile Maintenance Kassie Cramer, Entergy Jordan Davis, Altec Industries Shane French, Entergy

SPECIALIST holds HS & PS Nicklaus Bates, IMI Precision Engineering Evan Dimmerling

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Certification Testing Locations Individuals wishing to take any IFPS written certification tests can select from convenient locations across the United States and Canada. IFPS is able to offer these locations through its affiliation with the Consortium of College Testing Centers provided by National College Testing Association. Contact headquarters if you do not see a location near you. Every effort will be made to accommodate your needs. If your test was postponed due to the pandemic, please contact headquarters so that we may reschedule.

TENTATIVE TESTING DATES FOR ALL LOCATIONS: December 2021 Tuesday 12/7 • Thursday 12/16 January 2022 Tuesday 1/11 • Thursday 1/27 February 2022 Tuesday 2/8 • Thursday 2/24 March 2022 Tuesday 3/8 • Thursday 3/24

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www.mainmanufacturing.com www.flangelock.com The FlangeLock™ Tool is the ultimate contamination control tool for protecting your hydraulic systems. It allows for the simple sealing of open SAE code 61, 62 & CAT-Style hydraulic flanges without tools. Constructed from lightweight aluminum. Easy on, easy off. Offers a leakproof solution to hydraulic system and environmental cleanliness. FlangeLock™ Tools stop the mess!

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Main's website provides quick access to the 120 page catalog that includes popular styles of MAIN Manufacturing’s extensive offering of carbon and stainless Hydraulic Flanges and Components – ready for immediate shipment. Metric ordering information, weld specs, and dimensional information included. The “Quick Reference Guide” helps specify less popular items often stocked or quickly manufactured (generally 3-4 days) at our US plant. “Create-AFlange” offers more parts than the catalog — by picture. If it’s not here, or for questions, E-mails may be sent to get your answer quickly. 1-800-521-7918 info@mainmfg.com

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Helios Launches New Mobile Controllers »

HELIOS TECHNOLOGIES RECENTLY launched uControl mobile machine controllers under its Enovation Controls brand for heavy-duty equipment in ultra-rugged environments. Engineered for heavy-duty equipment of all shapes and sizes, uControl mobile machine controllers are equipped with multiple CAN channels, have extreme durability, and achieve total machine control with precision fluid power and equipment performance. Originally previewed in 2020, the uControl MC4-26-20 controller features software-selectable I/O, with 26 total inputs and 20 total outputs. It is joined by the WWW.IFPS.ORG • WWW.FLUIDPOWERJOURNAL.COM

uControl MC4-21-14-H8 high-current controller, featuring 21 software-selectable inputs with eight configurable high-current outputs and 14 configurable standard outputs. Also included in the series is the midrange uControl MC321-10 controller, with 21 inputs and 10 software-selectable outputs. The compact uControl MC2-18-6 controller boasts 18 inputs and six software-selectable outputs. Fully sealed and rated to meet IP69K, uControl mobile machine controllers can handle the heat and vibration inside an engine compartment or anywhere else on equipment. The new uControl mobile controllers were designed for quick implementation and offer the flexibility to use CODESYS or ACE, a new software development platform from Enovation Controls that accelerates development time and efficiency by helping experts create robust control and display software without writing code. Additional features and benefits of the uControl mobile machine controllers include an operating temperature range of -40°C to 105°C (-40°F to 221°F); soft-gel potted for shock and vibration resistance; compliance to CE mark per 2014/30/EU (EN 61326-1 & EN 60945); and conformance to ISO 13766. For more information, visit www.enovationcontrols.com

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COMPONENT SHOWCASE ACHIEVE ULTRA-FINE PROPORTIONAL FLOW CONTROL WITH ECLIPSE ISOLATION VALVES Utilizing the industry’s most robust and powerful miniature linear actuator, the patented stepper-controlled Eclipse proportional isolation valve leads the industry in performance and durability. This award-winning valve is ideal in critical applications for liquid and gas delivery, medical, analytical and industrial automation requiring ultra-fine resolution and excellent repeatability. In addition, the unique design allows for custom flow profiles.

Clippard manufactures a full range of miniature fluid control devices and components including pressure controls, electronic valves, analytical and oxygen clean valves, proportional and proportional isolation valves, pinch and isolation valves, precision regulators, fittings, tubing and more. Clippard continues to be an industry leader in providing innovative products, application engineering and cost-saving solutions for a wide range of applications. Proudly made in the USA.

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Ceramic Sliding Seal Stepper Motor Controlled Gas & Liquid Compatible Inert Wetted Materials Zero Dead volume (Fully Flushable) Soft Start to Help with Hammer & Flow in Rush Leak free (<0.05 sccm) Excellent linearity (<4% of full-scale) Fast response (<2 ms reaction time) Repeatability <0.5% of full travel

AGI’S CUSTOM O-RING ASSEMBLY UNITS AGI’s industry leading O-Ring Installation Units feature spreading and ejector jaws. The AGP-6-OR is lightweight and versatile, as with the AGP-8-OR which features thru-hole design. The AGP-10-OR, is a very robust, heavy duty unit without limitation and can handle any size ring with the assistance of specifically designed spreading fingers. Both spreading and ejector jaws have independent pistons to provide exact timing of O-Ring placement. Compact design. True parallel jaw motion for easy tooling. Compatible with automotive, medical, and packaging applications, as well as conformance to clean room, food industry and environmentally challenging apps. Bring your inventory costs down and keep your production schedule up - Call AGI today! Most items in stock, with fast delivery.

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CONTAMINATION CONTROL

Routine and scheduled maintenance of hydraulic systems are vital to getting the most out of your Hitachi Mining Excavator. While maintenance plays the largest role in the prevention of unnecessary machine downtime, it can also expose the hydraulic system to high levels of contamination rapidly decreasing component longevity. The importance of contamination control is sometimes overlooked when performing maintenance due to incorrect practices being used.

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The FlangeLock™ tool and caps are the ultimate contamination control tools for protecting your hydraulic system. The FlangeLock™ allows for the simple sealing of open hydraulic flanges without tools while the caps can be bolted in place of a flange connection. Easy on, easy off, they offer a leak-proof solution to hydraulic systems and environmental cleanliness. FlangeLock™ tools and caps stop the mess.

The FlangeLock™ Tool is the ultimate contamination control tool for protecting HITACHI MAKING systems. CONTAMINATION CONTROL EASY sealing of open SAE code 61, 62 your hydraulic It allows for the simple Hitachi have packaged FlangeLock™ tool and caps specifically for Hitachi mining excavators. The Hitachi customised & make CAT-Style hydraulic without Constructed from lightweight aluminum. kits sure no matter whichflanges component routine tools. maintenance is being performed on, you will always have the exact Easyofon, easy off.™*Offers to hydraulic system and environmental number FlangeLocks and capsatoleakproof help reducesolution contamination. cleanliness. FlangeLock™ Tools stop the mess! ™ *Note: FlangeLocks are not to be used under pressure

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9S SERIES INVESTMENT CAST SWIVELS The “9S” Series swivels represent one of the most complete range of sizes and configurations available to the industry. This series has been redesigned to incorporate a one piece barrel arrangement thus eliminating the need for braze joints. These swivels are pressure balanced with operating pressures up to 5,000 psi. All configurations are designed with a 4:1 Safety Factor and include RoHS compliant zinc plating. P.O. Box 6479, Fort Worth, TX 76115 V. 817/923-1965 www.hydraulicsinc.com

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PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT New—Flat Face Design "TVF" Series Quick Disconnect • Up to 6,000 PSI Operating Pressure— Coupled or Uncoupled • Full 4:1 Safety Factor • Superior Flow Characteristics—Minimal Pressure Drop • RoHS Compliant Plating • Multiple Port Options—Female NPTF, Female SAE O-Ring, Female BSPP, Code 61 & 62 Flange Port/Head

Now Available! Full MTRs and Lot Traceability MAIN Manufacturing Products, Inc. now offers full MTRs and lot traceability on all common flanges. Carbon, stainless, and copper-nickel alloy are available. If not part of our 7000+ in-stock products, MAIN can manufacture and ship quickly. 4-5 days is common from our US facility. MAIN Manufacturing Products, Inc. 800.521.7918 info@mainmfg.com

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Stainless Steel Check Valves, Thread-in Type INSERTA® IGT (Stainless Steel) Guided Disc Thread-in Type Check Valves can be inserted in manifolds, subplates, flanges, and integrated valve systems for use up to 6000 psi. Their compact geometry allows for flexible design options. The patented guided disc design provides superior resistance to wear in conditions prone to significant turbulence, high flow transients, or high cycling. Valve discs and seats are hardened and flat lapped for positive fluid shut off. The valve disc may be provided with a customer specified orifice to provide fixed orifice flow control function in the checked direction. Thread sizes from 7/16-20 to 1-5/16-12 typically ship from stock.

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Liquid Level Switches are designed to shut down machinery or turn on warning devices when liquid supply recedes to a predetermined level. They can be wired to flash warning lights, sound howlers, shut down machines, or signal computers. This is especially helpful in unattended automated plants. Available with a housing for external mounting or without housing for internal applications. Oil-Rite Corporation PO Box 1207 Manitwoc WI 54221-1207 Phone: (920) 682-6173 Email: sales@oilrite.com www.oilrite.com

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Protection for All Things Hydraulic, Pneumatic and Fluid Power MOCAP manufactures an extensive range of protective closures to guard pipes, hoses, and hydraulic fittings from dirt, moisture, and damage to help maintain equipment reliability. Included are a variety of sizes and styles of Threaded and Non-Threaded plastic Caps and Plugs for Metric, NPT, BSP, JIC and SAE Threaded Connections, Ports and Fittings. These are in addition to MOCAP’s already extensive lines of low-cost Caps, Plugs, Grips, Netting, Tubing and Tapes for general Product Protection, Finishing and Masking. All of our stocked items are ready for immediate shipment and available in Box, Mini-Pack and Micro-Pack quantities. Free Samples are always available for testing purposes.

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Lights! Camera! Hydraulics! Entertainment Applications Take the Stage By Jordan McDowell, Content Strategist, G&G Hydraulics Corporation

ydraulic systems have many applications in almost every industry, including entertainment. They are used to create special effects, move props, and arrange stage lighting. Yet few people know how they work or what makes them so special in this industry. In this article, we’ll look at how various applications in the entertainment industry use hydraulic systems.

Why hydraulics? There is no doubt that hydraulics is an efficient and cost-effective means of transferring energy. Whether powering heavy machinery or controlling things like the rigging, lighting, and staging systems for concerts, the entertainment industry must rely on the flexibility, versatility, and power density of hydraulics. Hydraulic lifts are used in many different capacities, including crew transport between show sites and moving stage scenery. A hydraulic lift can quickly move a lighting rig into place, which can otherwise be one of the most time-consuming and difficult tasks when setting up an event. 20

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Hydraulic systems are used to set up rigging, stage lighting, and operate retractable roofs that allow for natural light in venues like concert halls or theaters. They are used for sliding stage platforms and sound systems that can be moved into position while performers continue their act, sometimes without interruption.

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Workers use hydraulic lifts to set up sound systems, stage lighting, skylights, retractable roofs, and sliding stage platforms. Let’s look at the four main hydraulic applications the entertainment industry uses.

Powering special effects One of the main applications of entertainment-industry hydraulic systems is powering special effects. For example, hydraulic equipment can simulate waves from earthquakes. Huge water tanks and pumps create these visual spectacles that draw crowds into amusement parks or give people a new way to experience movie magic. The power for such effects is produced by an engine or turbine connected to the pumps located in a separate building where special-effects equipment is set up.

Creating props and set pieces Other hydraulic applications include creating props, set pieces, and animatronics. Hydraulic cylinders are used to control the movements of armatures, which are scaffold-like structures that support movable parts on a figure. Hydraulic systems can also be used to create illusions. Construction of theater or film sets often involves hydraulics because they make building scaffolding structures easier. Most props and sets in these buildings are movable, and hydraulics makes it possible to move them safely. WWW.FLUIDPOWERJOURNAL.COM • WWW.IFPS.ORG

Hydraulics allows designers and artists to create intricate designs that bring their visions to life. When properly maintained, hydraulic cylinders may last for over 25 years. This makes the initial construction cost-effective.

Stage lighting The stage-lighting industry has been a major user of hydraulics for the past 50 years. A theater might have six or more automated spotlights mounted on its catwalk. These spotlights must move quickly to light different sections of a stage, and each is moved using hydraulics. While there may be less-expensive options, benefits such as ease of control, making adjustments to lights from a distance on a catwalk, and a reduced risk of injury from an emergency situation on stage, make hydraulics a preferred choice for stage-lighting control.

Designing large sets When designing and constructing large-scale sets, many factors must be considered. The set needs to be designed in such a way that the hydraulic equipment can be installed without interfering with lighting, scenic elements, actor safety, and other aspects of the production. Additionally, because sound plays an important part in any production, designers must be sure that the hydraulic equipment does not interfere with the sound system.

One major factor in designing a set involving hydraulics is the amount of weight the stage floor can carry. Designers need to consider the size and weight of the hydraulic equipment and its impact on the set. If the stage’s weight tolerance is limited, designers may need to put additional

Hydraulic systems power special effects, bring props and set pieces to life, light stages and movie sets, and much more.

supports into place. A hydraulic system added to a show that already has lights weighing over 500 pounds may require additional support to avoid injury to people or damage to other parts of the set. Whether the hydraulic equipment is for

moving or lifting purposes, its overall weight and size determines the type of flooring the stage needs. After determining the type and usage of the hydraulic equipment, a sloped stage may be used to provide space underneath for the hydraulic equipment, eliminating the need for greater support. Depending on the type of entertainment, various considerations may come into play. Does it need to have a high or low center of gravity? Does it need to be easy to assemble and break down for traveling shows? Other similar questions have an impact on the design. As we’ve seen, hydraulics has been a boon to the entertainment industry, and the industry uses hydraulic systems for a wide range of purposes. They are found in live music, movies, stage productions, and other professional theater shows. They simulate a realistic environment in which performers thrive, whether on stage or film, allowing professionals to control sound levels, lights, set changes, and more with little human intervention.

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SENSORS

The first factors to consider when selecting linear displacement sensors are the mechanical interface, dimensions, contact, noncontact, and environmental factors. Then review the electrical input/output, voltage, analog, A to D, PWM and SSI factors. After high-level choices have been made, lower-level choices must be made based on performance specifications and environmental ratings. The performance characteristics of linear displacement sensors require a detailed consideration. The following parameters should be cross referenced against application requirements.

Figure 1: Linear displacement sensor.

Nominal Linear Range The basic variable in linear displacement sensor selection is the maximum range of core motion, (see figure 1) which produces an analog output of specific linearity. Active stroke is the distance a core can travel from its null position in this linear region.

Linearity Error A sensor output is a nominally linear function of core displacement within its linear range of motion. A plot of output voltage magnitude versus core displacement is essentially a straight line (see figure 2). Beyond the nominal linear range, output begins to deviate from a straight line into a gentle curve.

Figure 2: Linearity error.

Sensitivity, Scale Factor, and Full-Scale Output Full-scale output is the output with the sensor’s core positioned at fullscale displacement and with its primary excited at a specified nominal input voltage. Sensitivity is usually specified in terms of millivolts output per thousandths of an inch core displacement per volt of excitation (mV/ mil/volt) or as volts output / inch /volts input. Sensitivity varies with excitation frequency, which must also be specified. Sensitivity mostly affects the gain required of the sensor’s signal conditioning electronics.

Resolution Resolution is the smallest core position change that can then be observed in the output. Sensor resolution is essentially infinite. An infinitesimal change in core position will produce an output change. In practice, the limitation on system resolution is the ability of the associated electronic equipment to sense the change in output, which is called the signal-to-noise ratio of the system. The gradient value (G) is the inverse of the velocity in which a strain pulse moves through the sensor and is typically expressed in microseconds per inch or millimeter. The gradient value is typically found in manufacturer’s literature on a label attached to the sensor itself. The clock frequency (CF) is the frequency of the counter in the customer-supplied interface and is usually expressed in megahertz (MHz). Resolution (R) can be expressed as 1 / (G x CF) Example: Assuming a gradient value of 9.000 microseconds per inch at a clock frequency of 56 MHz, what is the resolution in inches? R = 1 / (G x CF) = 1 / (9 x 56) = 1 / 504 = 0.001984 inches.

Repeatability The ability of a sensor to reproduce the same output for repeated trials of exactly the same input under constant operating and environmental conditions is the single most important factor for sensor selection. Called repeatability, (see figure 3) this parameter is the only irreducible and uncorrectable source of static error in any electromechanical measuring system. Repeatability error is the limiting factor in making any sensor-based measurement.

Hysteresis The difference in indicated position (see figure 4) is when the same point is reached from two different directions. Repeatability refers to travel from one direction only, hysteresis is from two directions.For many applications, LVDTs are perhaps the most common type of displacement transducer, their main limitation being overall length.

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Figure 4: Hysteresis.

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Magneto-Strictive Transducer The magneto-strictive transducer is based on a wire connected down the center of a tube known as a wave guide. The object being measured will have a circular target attached with cylindrical magnets built in (see figures 5 and 6). The target and object are free to move along the length of the wave guide. A pulse is transmitted along the wire, and the processor begins counting the time it takes for the pulse to reach the target and generate a return echo (much like radar). The amount of time that elapses from this allows the processor to calculate position, direction, and velocity of motion, which is then transmitted as an output signal in one of several formats, including analog and digital.

Figure 5: Magneto-strictive transducer with target.

LVDT Figure 7 illustrates an LVDT (linear variable differential transformer) and consists of a primary and two secondary coils surrounding a soft iron core connected to the moving component. The primary coil is connected to a high-frequency AC supply and voltages are induced in the two secondaries by transformer action. If the two secondary coils are connected in opposition, then the cores centralized, the induced voltages in each coil will cancel out and produce zero output. As the core is moved away from the center, the voltage induced in one secondary will increase and in the other will reduce. This now produces a net output voltage, the magnitude of which is proportional to the amount of movement, and the phase is determined by the direction. The output can then be fed to a phase-sensitive rectifier (known as a demodulator), which will produce a DC signal proportional to movement, with polarity dependent upon direction.

Figure 6: Magneto-strictive transducer mounted on a cylinder.

Figure 7: LVDT.

Comparative characteristics of various linear position/displacement sensor technologies.

Angular Position Transducers As for linear movement, rotary potentiometers can be used for measuring angular position, but the same problems of wear will still apply and so, again, they are confined to relatively simple applications. The rotary equivalent of an LVDT is known as an RVDT (rotary variable differential transformer) and is illustrated in figure 8. A specially shaped cam of magnetic material is now rotated inside the primary and secondary coils by the input shaft. The profile of the cam determines the amount of magnetic coupling between primary and secondary and hence, as with the LVDT, an output signal is provided proportional to shaft rotation. The limitation, in this case, is the maximum angular movement that can be achieved and still produce linear output, which in practice may be on the order of ±60°.

Angular Velocity Transducer

Figure 8: RVDT.

Angular velocity (RPM) is normally measured with a Tachogenerotor. These again may be of several types, but the most common is the DC tacho, which works in a very similar way to a DC generator, i.e., a voltage is produced proportional to the shaft drive speed.

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Drifting Cylinder in a Rolling Mill By Robert Sheaf, CFPAI/AJPP, CFPE, CFPS, CFPECS, CFPMT, CFPMIP, CFPMMH, CFPMIH, CFPMM, CFC Industrial Training

THE ENTRY STATION on a steel-rolling mill lifts a coil of steel, and a separate circuit moves it into position for uncoiling and processing. As the station moves into position, the roll raises to the original position. The drift slows down the loading station because workers must constantly inspect and manually adjust it to the needed height. When the return filter was accidentally removed, the system drift stopped, but installing the missing element caused the drift to return. When the company installed a new line, they dismissed the problem as needing to remove air from the lines. But over time the cylinder would not hold its position. What could be the problem?

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The drill press OEM found the same problem with the valve that the company experienced. The OEM corrected it by moving a solid internal plug to drain the valve to the tank line and not the cap end of the cylinder. But the OEM did not change the name plate to show the correct configuration. Several D05 size pressure-reducing valves provide the option of draining the valve to one of the actuator lines or back to the main tank line by moving an internal plug. This allows reduced pressure on port A or B or both ports. To view previous problems, visit www.fluidpowerjournal.com/figure-it-out.

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EQUAL FOOTING Swing-Axle Cylinders Manage Uneven Terrain Marcel Knobloch, Sales Product Promotion, Bucher Hydraulics

obile machines have to meet widely differing requirements. To get to a job site, they need good off-road capability. While they are working, however, they require high rigidity and stability. Added to this are the increasingly demanding safety and environmental regulations. This dual requirement is fulfilled by swing axles, which can be locked when in working mode. Swing-axle cylinders (SAC) are based on the principle of the plunger cylinder, in which the piston rod serves as the piston. When open (axle unlocked), they enable a vehicle to drive over uneven terrain. The undercarriage can then to a great extent follow irregularities in the terrain without individual wheels lifting up and off the ground. When closed, they lock the axle and thus ensure high rigidity during working operations.

The cylinders are designed for secondary pressures up to 600 bar (8,702 psi) and require minimal installation space. As safety components, they are responsible for the stability of the mobile machine. A malfunction can result in the machine toppling over, with disastrous consequences. Swing axles are usually attached to the machine undercarriage, while the hydraulic power supply is situated in the rotatable superstructure. This means that the oil supply/return for the cylinders, as well as the control signals for the valves, must be routed through a swivel joint.

Success from just one line This was the starting point for the development of the SAC from Erding, which at the time resulted in the RH series (RH from the German for check valve with hydraulic release, i.e., pilot operated). Instead of the usual two separate lines, the developers succeeded in combining the pressure and control functions in one line. The key feature: the valves open or close the flow path, depending on the pressure level. A defined pressure closes the valve. To put it another way, the oil flow fills the cylinders; its pressure switches the valves. This is significantly more energy efficient than the two-line solution.

RH series swing-axle cylinder in open (above) and closed/locked positions.

The new generation of swing-axle cylinders from Bucher Hydraulics.

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Getting rid of one line halves the pipework costs, and in addition only one connection through the swivel joint is needed. As well as that, the RH series can be controlled with just one inexpensive 3/2 valve. The valving in the SAC usually consists of a pilot-operated check valve that traps the oil in the cylinder. When the control pressure exceeds a certain value, the good area ratio within the valve enables it to open against the pressure inside the cylinder. The swing axle is therefore able to move thanks to an exchange of oil between the cylinders. There are other systems on the market in which the valve opens abruptly when the limit value is exceeded. However, this behavior carries the risk that a heavily loaded cylinder can suddenly give way, causing the machine to tilt or even topple over.

With the DRH valve, when the swing axle is in locked mode it can be recharged with only one line by applying a specific tank preload pressure. This forces oil into the unloaded cylinder, and the piston rod then rests firmly on the axle without any gap. For the machine operator, this means stiffer and more controllable machine behavior. The integrated throttle check valve dampens any pressure peaks that may occur in the control line when the SAC is unlocked, thus preventing possible damage. The valve is extremely compact and requires little installation space in the SAC's body, which is a machined casting. In the event of a pipeor hose-burst, the valve closes automatically and goes into the closed/ locked position.

RM for an electrified future E-mobility is also making inroads into mobile machinery. At present it is still only the smaller machines that use electric drives, but the trend is clear. Bucher Hydraulics is more than prepared for this development. The type RM cylinder is the ideal solution. Basically, it is a closed system in which the oil just shuttles between the two cylinders.

For swing operation, the valves open and the oil can shuttle freely between the cylinders.

The RM swing-axle cylinder for electric machines.

A major safety issue with most of these solutions is hose- or pipe-burst. Under no circumstances may it result in instability of the machine. It follows, therefore, that the pressurized oil in the cylinder must be prevented from flowing out. Any outflow that occurs must be restricted to a very slow rate. The newly developed and patented DRH (throttle check valve, pilot operated) complements the Bucher Hydraulics SAC range. In essence, it is a check valve with an additional flow control function. The valve sits in a cartridge that is mounted axially in the cylinder and includes the port for the hydraulic line. Inside the cylinder, the check valve is series-connected with a flow control valve that throttles the outflowing oil. This throttling improves travel comfort and guarantees a safe switchover from swing mode to work mode. One further advantage: in line with the modular-system principle, we now have a standard cylinder plus screw-in cartridge valves with DIN or UNF threads. This reduces inventories and improves serviceability.

Preload integrated in the valve

In this case, an electrically actuated valve performs the control function. The system needs only one electrical line through the swivel joint. Due to kinematic effects, small stroke differences may occur. These are compensated by a small oil accumulator, which also provides constant pressure. This ensures the same machine stability as with the DRH cylinder. The only external connection required is an electrical one: hydraulically, the system is completely self-contained.

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Oil compressibility and other effects result in a settling of the machine. This results in a few millimeters of clearance between the cylinder rod and the axle pad on the unloaded side, which can lead to increased wear if the load changes.

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A A & A Manufacturing Company, Inc. 2300 S. Calhoun Road New Berlin, WI 53151 Phone: 262-786-1500 Fax: 262-786-3280 Email: sale@gortite.com Web: http://aa-manufacturing.com AAA Products International 7114 Harry Hines Blvd. Dallas, TX 75235 Phone: 214-357-3851 Fax: 214-357-7223 Email: info@aaaproducts.com Web: aaaproducts.com Aalborg Instruments 20 Corporate Drive Orangeburg, NY 10962 Phone: 800-866-3837 Fax: 845-770-3010 Email: info@aalborg.com Web: www.aalborg.com ABZ Incorporated 4451 Brookfield Corporate Drive, Ste. 107 Chantilly, VA 20151 Phone: 703-631-7401 Fax: 703-631-5282 Email: mps@abzinc.com Web: www.abzinc.com Ace Wire Spring & Form Co., Inc. 1105 Thompson Avenue McKees Rocks, PA 15136 Phone: 412-331-3353 Fax: 412-331-1602 Email: aceinfo@acewirespring.com Web: www.acewirespring.com Activant 19 W. College Ave. Yardley, PA 19067 Phone: 215-493-8900 Toll-Free: 800-776-7438 Fax: 215-369-4288 Email: distribution@activant.com Web: distribution.activant.com Adaconn 538 Township Line Rd. Blue Bell, PA 19422 Phone: 215-643-1900 Fax: 215-643-4017 Email: sales@adaconn.com Web: www.adaconn.com Adsens Technology Inc. 18310 Bedford Circle City of Industry, CA 91744 Phone: 626-854-2772 Fax: 626-854-8183 Email: sales@adsens.net Web: www.adsens.net

Advanced Control Technology 7050 E. County Road 101 Shakopee, MN 55379 Phone: 952-882-0000 Fax: 952-890-3644 Email: kawalsh@actsensors. com Web: www.actsensors.com Aggressive Hydraulics 18800 Ulysses St N.E. P.O. Box 187  Cedar, MN 55011 Phone: 763-792-4000 Fax: 763-792-4400 Email: sales@ aggressivehydraulics.com Web: www. aggressivehydraulics.com

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All Sensors Corp. 16035 Vineyard Blvd. Morgan Hill, CA 95037 Phone: 408-225-4314 Fax: 408-225-2079 Email: info@allsensors.com Web: www.allsensors.com Allen Orton LLC 3180 Reps Miller Rd. #200 Norcross, GA 30071 Phone: 800-282-5685 Fax: 770-986-9990 Email: sales@allen-orton.com Web: www.allen-orton.com Allenair Corporation 255 East Second Street Mineola, NY 11501 Phone: 516-747-5450 Fax: 516-747-5481 Email: info@allenair.com Web: www.allenair.com Alliance Sensors Group 102 Commerce Dr., Unit 8 Moorestown, NJ 08057 Phone: 856-727-0250 Fax: 856-727-0251 Email: sales@alliancesensors.com Web: www.alliancesensors.com Allied Metrics Seals and Fasteners, Inc. 2 Wilson Drive Sparta, NJ 07871 Phone: 973-383-2487 Fax: 973-383-3329 Email: alliedmetrics@nac.net Web: alliedmetrics.com Almo Manifold & Tool Co. PO Box 112 East Tawas, MI 48730 Phone: 989-984-0800 Fax: 989-984-0830 Email: sales@almomanifold.com Web: www.almomanifold.com

Alumi-Tec, Inc. P.O. Box 753 Grand Haven, MI 49417 Phone: 616-846-1990 Fax: 616-846-1984 Web: www.alumitecmanifolds.com American Aerospace Controls, Inc. 570 Smith Street Farmingdale, NY 11735 Phone: 631-694-5100 Fax: 631-694-6739 Email: greg@a-a-c.com Web: www.a-a-c.com American Chemical Technologies, Inc. 485 E. Van Riper Road Fowlerville, MI 48836 Phone: 800-938-0101 Fax: 517-223-1703 Email: info@americanchemtech. com Web: www.americanchemtech.com American Cylinder Co., Inc. 481 S. Governors Hwy Peotone, IL 60468 Phone: 708-258-3935 Fax: 708-258-3980 Email: amcyl@americancylinder. com Web: www.americancylinder.com American High Performance Seals 408 High Tech Drive Imperial Business Park Oakdale, PA 15071 Phone: 412-788-8815 Toll Free: 800-283-7140 Fax: 412-788-8816 Email: ahpseals@ahpseals.com Web: www.ahpseals.com American Sensor Technologies 450 Clark Drive Mount Olive, NJ 07828 Phone: 973-448-1901 Fax: 973-448-1905 Email: info@astsensors.com Web: www.astsensors.com

AMETEK Factory Automation & Process Technologies 1080 N. Crooks Rd. Clawson, MI 48017 Phone: 248-435-0700 Fax: 248-435-8120 Email: apt.sales@ametek.com Web: ametekfactoryautomation.com Anchor Fluid Power 5553 Murray Rd Cincinnati, OH 45227 Phone: 513-527-4444 Fax: 513-527-4449 Email: sales@anchorfluidpower.com Web: www.anchorfluidpower.com Anderson Metals Corporation, Inc. PO Box 34200 Kansas City, MO 64120 Phone: 800-821-5672 Fax: 816-472-8700 Email: info@andersonmetals.com Web: www.andersonmetals.com Anfield Sensors Inc. 8831 Keele Street Concord, ON L4K 2N1 Canada Phone: 905-303-8700 Fax: 905-303-7130 Email: sales@anfieldsensors.com Web: www.anfieldsensors.com APM Hexseal Corp. 44 Honeck Street Englewood, NJ 07631 Phone: 201-569-5700 Fax: 201-569-4106 Email: info@apmhexseal.com Web: www.apmhexseal.com Applied Industrial Technologies 1 Applied Plaza Cleveland, OH 44115 Phone: 216-426-4000 Fax: 216-426-4808 Email: questions@applied.com Web: www.Applied.com

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Applied Motion Technologies, Inc. 1368 Santee Mill Road Bethlehem, PA 18017 Industrial Technology Training Center (ITTC) 625 Linden Street Bethlehem, PA 18018 Phone: 800-597-6577 610-333-5689 Email: Lisa.walker@ amthydraulics.com Web: www.amthydraulics.com ARGO-HYTOS, Inc. 1835 N. Research Drive P.O. Box 28 Bowling Green, OH 43402 Phone: 419-353-6070 Fax: 419-354-3496 Email: info.us@argo-hytos.com Web: www.argo-hytos.com

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Beswick Engineering Co., Inc. 284 Ocean Road Greenland, NH 03840 Phone: 603-433-1188 Fax: 603-433-3313 Email: besales@beswick.com Web: www.beswick.com

Bucher Hydraulics, Inc. 2545 Northwest Parkway Elgin, IL 60124 Phone: 847-429-0700 Fax: 847-429-0777 Email: info.us@ bucherhydraulics.com Web: www.bucherhydraulics. com

Automation Services Inc. 400 N. 10th St. Lake City, MN 55041 Phone: 651-345-5753 Fax: 651-345-5835 Email: info@asi-hydraulics.com Web: www.asi-hydraulics.com Automation Systems Interconnect 4700 West Port Dr. Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 Phone: 877-650-5160 Fax: 717-249-5542 Email: info@asi-ez.com Web: www.asi-ez.com AutomationDirect 3505 Hutchinson Road Cumming, GA 30040 Phone: 800-633-0405 Fax: 770-889-7876 Email: sales@automationdirect. com Web: www.automationdirect.com Aventics Corporation 1953 Mercer Road Lexington, KY 40511 Phone: 859-254-8031 Fax: 800-489-4188 Email: info.us@aventics.com Web: www.aventics.com/us AW-Lake Company 2440 W. Corporate Preserve Dr. #600 Oak Creek, WI 53154 Phone: 262-884-9800 Fax: 262-884-9810 Email: info@aw-lake.com Web: www.aw-lake.com Axiomatic Technologies Corp. 5915 Wallace Street Mississauga, ON L4Z 1Z8 CANADA Phone: 905-602-9270 Fax: 905-602-9279 Email: sales@axiomatic.com Web: www.axiomatic.com

B Bal Seal Engineering, Inc. 19650 Pauling Foothill Ranch, CA 92688 Phone: 949-460-2100 Fax: 949-460-2300 Email: sales@balseal.com Web: www.balseal.com Ball Slides Inc. 102 Adams St. Medfield, MA 02052 Phone: 508-359-4348 Fax: 508-359-9004 Email: info@ballslides.com Web: www.ballslides.com

BETE Fog Nozzle, Inc. 50 Greenfield Street Greenfield, MA 01301 Phone: 413-772-0846 Fax: 413-772-6729 Email: sales@bete.com Web: www.bete.com Bimba Manufacturing 25150 S. Governors Highway University Park, IL 60484 Phone: 708-534-8544 Email: cs@bimba.com Web: www.bimba.com Birmingham Hydraulics Inc. 1675 East Maple Road Troy, MI 48083 Phone: 248-689-2400 Fax: 248-689-2403 Email: sales@BirminghamHydraulics.com Web: www.BirminghamHydraulics.com Bondioli & Pavesi, Inc. 10252 Sycamore Drive Ashland, VA 23005 Phone: 804-550-2224 Fax: 804-550-2837 Email: info@bypyusa.com Web: www.Bondioli-Pavesi.com Bosch Rexroth 14001 S Lakes Dr. Charlotte, NC 28273 Phone: 1-800-739-7684 Email: info@boschrexroth-us. com Web: www.boschrexroth-us.com Bourdon USA 3295 Cobb International Blvd. Kennesaw, GA 30152 Phone: 888-650-6924 Fax: 770-429-0795 Email: sales@bourdonusa.com Web: www.bourdonusa.com Brand Hydraulics Co. 2332 S. 25th Street Omaha, NE 68105 Phone: 402-344-4434 Fax: 402-341-5480 Email: sales@brand-hyd.com Web: www.brand-hyd.com Bray Controls Div. of Bray Int’l. Inc. 1333 Westland East Blvd. Houston, TX 77041 Phone: 281-894-5454 Fax: 281-894-0077 Email: bob.bloem@bray.com Web: www.braycontrols.com

Buckeye Rubber & Packing Co. 23940 Mercantile Road Cleveland, OH 44122 Phone: 216-464-8900 Fax: 216-831-0254 Email: sales@buckeyerubber. com www.buckeyerubber.com Burkert Contromatic Corp. US Headquarters 11425 Mt. Holly-Huntersville Road Huntersville, NC 28078 Phone: 800-325-1405 Fax: 949-223-3198 Email: marketing-usa@burkert. com Web: www.burkert-usa.com BuyFittingsOnline.com 4388 Broadway Depew, NY 14043 Phone: 800-569-0810 Fax: 716-681-0881 Email: sales@qmctechnologies. com Web: www.buyfittingsonline.com

C CADSYM 55 Ridge Road Picton, Ontario CANADA K0K 2T0 Phone: 613-476-5537 Fax: 613-476-3984 Email: pdav@cadsym.com Web: www.cadsym.com Canfield Connector 8510 Foxwood Court Youngstown, OH 44514 Phone: 330-758-8299 Fax: 330-758-8912 Email: ptbyce@ canfieldconnector.com Web: www.canfieldconnector. com Canimex Inc. 285 St-Georges Drummondville, Quebec CANADA, J2C 4H3 Phone: 819-477-1335 Fax: 819-477-2908 Email: lavoier@canimex.com Web: www.canimex.com CAPLUGS 2150 Elmwood Ave. Buffalo, NY 14207 Phone: 716-876-9855 Fax: 716-874-1680 Email: sales@caplugs.com Web: www.caplugs.com C-Change Inc. 11165 Monte Flat Ct. Gold River, CA 95670 Phone: 916-752-2984 Email: sales@c-changeinc.com Web: www.c-changeinc.com

CEI 40124 Highway 49 Oakhurst, CA 93644 Phone: 559-683-2044 Fax: 559-683-8666 Web: www.jetpipevalves.com CEJN Industrial Corporation 212 Ambrogio Drive Gurnee, IL 60031 Phone: 847-263-7200 Fax: 847-263-7207 Email: customer.service@cejnusa. com Web: www.cejn.com Certified Power, Inc. 970 Campus Drive Mundelein, IL 60060 Phone: 847-573-3818 Fax: 847-573-3836 Email: cpi_il@certifiedpower.com Web: www.certifiedpower.com CFI 2220 Calder Avenue Beaumont, TX 77701 Phone: 800-772-2630 Fax: 409-833-7722 Email: isales@confluids.com Web: www.confluids.com Checkfluid Inc. 4096 Meadowbrook Dr. #116 London, ON CANADA, N6L 1G4 Phone: 866-652-8728 Fax: 519-652-0392 Email: info@checkfluid.com Web: www.checkfluid.com CIM-TEK Filtration (Central Illinois Mfg. Co.) 201 N. Champaign St. Bement, IL 61813 Phone: 217-693-6555 Fax: 217-693-6673 Email: info@cim-tek.com Web: www.cim-tek.com Clinton Industries 6435 Gulfton Drive Houston, TX 77081 Phone: 713-523-5521 Fax: 713-523-0920 Email: sales@clintonindustries.com Web: www.clintonindustries.com Clippard 7390 Colerain Avenue Cincinnati, OH 45239 Phone: 877-245-6247 Email: sales@clippard.com Web: www.clippard.com CMC Marine, Inc. 3920 S. 13th Street Duncan, OK 73533 Phone: 800-654-3697 Fax: 580-252-2970 Email: rpresley@cook-mfg.com Web: www.cmcmarineproducts. com Co-ax Valves Inc. 1518 Grundy’s Lane Bristol, PA 19007 Phone: 215-757-3725 Fax: 215-757-4060 Email: info@coaxvalves.com Web: coaxvalves.com Coilhose Pneumatics 19 Kimberly Road East Brunswick, NJ 08816 Phone: 732-390-8480 Fax: 732-390-9693 Email: info@coilhose.com Web: www.coilhose.com

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Colonial Seal Company 1114 Crown Point Rd. Westville, NJ 08093 Phone: 800-564-2201 Fax: 856-456-5020 Email: sales@colonialseal.com Web: www.colonialseal.com

Control Techniques 12005 Technology Drive Eden Prairie, MN 55344 Phone: 800-893-2321 Fax: 952-995-8020 Email: info.cta@emerson.com Web: www.emersonct.com

Comatrol 1407 Pelzer Highway Easley, SC 29642 Phone: 864-644-0055 Email: marketing@comatrol.com Web: www.comatrol.com

Controlled Fluids, Inc. 7725 South Major Drive Beaumont, TX 77705 Phone: 800-722-2630 Email: isales@confluids.com Web: www.confluids.com

Command Controls Corp. 1455 Davis Rd Elgin, IL 60123 Phone: 847-429-0700 Fax: 847-429-0777 Email: jamesi@ commandcontrols.com Web: www.commandcontrols. com

Controlled Motion Solutions 4000 E. Brundage Lane Bakersfield, CA 93307 Phone: 800-696-6165 Fax: 661-324-9124 Email: sales@comoso.com Web: www.comoso.com

Compact Automation Products 105 Commerce Way Westminster, SC 29693 Phone: 864-647-9521 Fax: 864-647-9574 Email: cap_customerservice@ compactautomation.com Web: www.compactautomation. com

Concentric Rockford Inc. 2222 15th Street Rockford, IL 61104 Phone: 815-398-4400 Fax: 815-398-5977 Email: info.usro@concentricab. com Web: www.concentricab.com Continental Contitech 703 W. Cleveland Massillon Rd. Fairlawn, OH 44333 Phone: 800-235-4632 Fax: 330-664-7145 Email: industrialhose@contitech. us Web: www.contitech.us Continental Hydraulics 5505 West 123rd Street Savage, MN 55378 Phone: 952-895-6400 Fax: 952-895-6444 Email: vonnb@conthyd.com Web: www. continentalhydraulics.com Control Air Inc. 8 Columbia Drive Amherst, NH 03031 Phone: 603-886-9400 Fax: 603-889-1844 Email: sales@controlair.com Web: www.controlair.com Control Enterprises, Inc. (C.E.I.) 40124 Highway 49 Oakhurst, CA 93644 Phone: 559-683-2044 Fax: 559-683-8666 Email: ceiinc-ken@sti.net Web: www.ceivalve.com

Cotta Transmission Company 1301 Prince Hall Drive Beloit, WI 53511-4439 Phone: 608-368-5600 Fax: 608-368-5605 Email: sales@cotta.com Web: www.cotta.com COX Instruments 15555 N. 79th Place Scottsdale, AZ 85260 Phone: 480-922-7446 Fax: 480-948-3610 Email: sales@cox-instruments. com Web: www.cox-instruments.com CPV Manufacturing, Inc. 851 N. Preston St. Philadelphia, PA 19104 Phone: 215-386-6508 215-387-9043 Email: sales@cpvmfg.com Web: www.cpvmfg.com Cross Fluid Power 4400 Piedmont Pkwy Greensboro, NC 27419-8508 Phone: 336-856-6985 Fax: 336-856-6999 Email: info@crossfluidpower. com Web: www.crossco.com Cross Mfg. Inc. 100 James H. Cros Blvd. Lewis, KS 67552 Phone: 620-324-5525 Fax: 620-324-5737 Email: info@crossmfg.com Web: www.crossmfg.com CRS Service, Inc. 1986 Rochester Industrial Drive Rochester Hills, MI 48309 Phone: 248-652-9940 Fax: 248-652-9946 Email: csolgan@crsservice.com Web: www.crsservice.com CS Unitec, Inc. 22 Harbor Ave. Norwalk, CT 06850 Phone: 203-853-9522 Email: info@csunitec.com Web: www.csunitec.com

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Custom Control Sensors, Inc. 21111 Plummer St. Chatsworth, CA 91311 Phone: 818-341-4610 x134 Fax: 818-709-0426 Email: stajbakhsh@ ccsdualsnap.com Web: www.ccsdualsnap.com Custom Sensors & Technologies (CST) 14501 Princeton Ave. Moorpark, CA 93021 Phone: 805-552-3599 Fax: 805-552-3577 Email: info@cstsensors.com Web: www.cstsensors.com Cyber-Tech, Inc. 7943 S.W. Cirrus Dr. Beaverton, OR 97008 Phone: 503-620-2285 Fax: 503-968-8882 Email: sales@cyber-tech.net Web: www.cyber-tech.net Cyclone Hydraulics 1175 Cottonwood Ave. Hartland, WI 53029 Phone: 262-709-7400 Email: info@cyclonehydraulics. com Web: www.cyclonehydraulics. com Czero, Inc 1306 Blue Spruce Drive Fort Collins, CO 80524 Phone: (970) 825-5735 Email: info@czero-solutions. com Web: www.czero-solutions.com

D Danfoss Power Solutions 2800 East 18th Street Ames, IA 50010 Phone: 515-239-6000 Fax: 515-239-6318 Email: ssepich@danfoss.com Web: www.danfoss.com Data Panel Corporation 181 Cheshire Lane North, Suite 300 Plymouth, MN 55441 Phone: 952-941-3511 Fax: 952-941-3931 Email: sales@datapanel.com Web: www.datapanel.com Datum-A-Industries 1410 County Rd 90 Maple Plain, MN 55359 Phone: 763-479-1133 Fax: 763-479-3667 Email: info@datum-manifolds. com Web: www.datum-manifolds. com Davies Molding 350 Kehoe Blvd. Carol Stream, IL 60188 Phone: 800-554-9208 Fax: 630-510-9944 Email: info@daviesmolding.com Web: www.daviesmolding.com

Del Equipment Limited 139 Laird Drive Toronto, Ont M4G 3V6 Canada Phone: 416-921-5851 Fax: 416-421-7663 Email: jmenezes@delequipment. com Web: www.delequipment.com DEL Hydraulics, Inc. 571 Howard Street Buffalo, NY 14206 Phone: 716-853-7996 Fax: 716-853-8003 Email: markz@delhydraulics. com Web: www.del.us.com Delaware Manufacturing Industries Corporation 3776 Commerce Court Wheatfield, NY 14120-2094 Phone: 716-743-4360 Fax: 716-743-4370 Email: sales@dmic.com Web: www.dmic.com Delta Computer Systems, Inc. 1818 SE 17th St Battle Ground, WA 98604 Phone: 360-254-8688 Fax: 360-254-5435 Email: sales@deltamotion.com Web: deltamotion.com Delta Q Ltd. 14233 West Road Houston, TX 77041 Phone: 281-807-1840 Fax: 281-807-4457 Email: info@deltaq.com Web: www.deltaq.com Deschner Corporation 3211 West Harvard Street Santa Ana, CA 92704 Phone: 714-557-1261 Email: info@deschner.com Web: www.deschner.com Differential Pressure Plus, Inc. 67 North Branford Road Branford, CT 06405 Phone: 203-481-2545 Fax: 203-483-7169 Email: info@dpgaugeusa.com Web: www.differentialpressure. com Digital Instruments, Inc. 580 Ensminger Road Tonawanda, NY 14150 Phone: 716-874-5848 Email: sales@digitalinstruments. com Web: www.digitalinstruments. com

Doering Company 6343 River Road. SE Clear Lake, MN 55319 Phone: 320-743-2276 Fax: 320-743-3723 Email: info@doering.com Web: www.doering.com Donaldson Company Inc. PO Box 1299 Minneapolis, MN 55440 Phone: 800-846-1846 Fax: 952-703-4652 Email: grphydfilters@donaldson. com Web: www.donaldson.com/en/ih Duff-Norton PO Box 7010 Charlotte, NC 28273 Phone: 800-477-5002 Fax: 704-588-1994 Email: DuffNorton@cmworks.com Web: www.duffnorton.com Duplomatic Motion Solutions 9337 Ravenna Road, #G Twinsburg, OH 44087 Phone: 330-405-1800 Fax: 330-405-1801 Email: sales@uhiltd.com Web: www.duplomatic.com Dwyer Instruments, Inc. 102 Indiana Hwy 212, PO box 373 Michigan City, IN 46361 Phone: 219-879-8868 Fax: 219-872-9057 Email: lit@dwyer-inst.com Web: www.dwyer-inst.com Dylix Corporation 347 Lang Blvd. Grand Island, NY 14072 Phone: 716-773-2985 Fax: 716-773-2786 Email: sales@Dylixcorp.com Web: www.Dylixcorp.com Dynamic Fluid Components, Inc. P.O. Box 100 West Union, SC 29696 Phone: 864-638-5544 Fax: 864-638-0005 Email: salesj@dynamicfc.com Web: www.dynamicfc.com DynaQuip Controls 10 Harris Industrial Park St. Clair, MO 63077 Phone: 636-364-4657 Email: ted@dynaquip.com Web: www.dynaquip.com

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Component Sourcing International LLC 1575 Boston Post Rd., Suite 7 Guilford, CT 06437 Phone: 203-453-6000 Fax: 203-453-9757 Email: hydraulics@ componentsourcing.com Web: www.componentsourcing. com

Copper State Fluid Power 4195 S Contractors Way Tucson, AZ 85714 Phone: 520-777-3867 Fax: 520-777-4647 Email: sales@ copperstatefluidpwr.com Web: www.copperstatefluidpwr. com

Curtiss-Wright Sprague 10195 Brecksville Rd. Brecksville, OH 44141 Phone: 440-838-7690 Fax: 440-838-7528 Web: www.cw-industrial.com

E EAO Corporation One Parrott Drive Shelton, CT 06468 Phone: 203-951-4600 Fax: 203-951-4601 Email: sales.eus@eao.com Web: www.eao.com Eaton - Hydraulics Business 14615 Lone Oak Road Eden Prairie, MN 55344 Phone: 952-937-9800 Fax: 952-937-7105 Email: eatonhydpmcmarketing@ eaton.com Web: eaton.com/hydraulics Echo Engineering and Production Supplies, Inc. 5406 W. 78th Street Indianapolis, IN 46268 Phone: 888-324-6365 Fax: 317-875-0035 Email: info@echosupply.com Web: www.echosupply.com

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Electric Solenoid Valves 85 B Hoffman Lane Islandia, NY 11749 Phone: 800-983-8230 Email: sales@ electricsolenoidvalves.com Web: www. electricsolenoidvalves.com Electro-Sensors, Inc. 6111 Blue Circle Drive Minnetonka, MN 55343 Phone: 952-930-0100 Fax: 952-930-0130 Email: sales@electro-sensors. com Web: www.electro-sensors.com

Emmegi Heat Exchangers, Inc. 3606 East Southern Ave #2 Phoenix, AZ 85040 Phone: 602-438-7101 Fax: 602-438-7127 Email: melarent@emmegi-heatexchangers.com Web: www.emmegi-heatexchangers.com

Enfield Technologies 35 Nutmeg Drive Trumbull, CT 06611 Phone: 203-375-3100 Fax: 203-286-2414 Email: sales@enfieldtech.com Web: www.enfieldtech.com

Falcon Surplus 21425 Aurora Road Cleveland, OH 44146 Phone: 1-888-930-4673 Fax: 330-294-1045 Email: sales@falconsurplus.com Web: www.falconsurplus.com

Engineered Sales 18 Progress Pkwy. Maryland Hts., MO 63043 Phone: 314-878-4500 Fax: 314-878-7022 Email: bkroupa@ engineeredsales.com Web: www.engineeredsales.com

Famic Technologies Inc. 9999 Cavendish Blvd., Suite 350 St. Laurent, Quebec Canada, H4M 2X5 Phone:+1 514-748-8050 Fax: +1 514-748-7169 Email: sales@famictech.com Web: www.automationstudio. com

Engineered Specialty Products 3295 Cobb International Blvd Kennesaw, GA 30152 Phone: 800-367-1377 Fax: 770-429-0795 Email: sales@espgauges.com www.espgauges.com Engineering Technology Services, LLC 3861 Delp Street Memphis, TN 38118 Phone: 901-369-5404 Email: pdearmond@etshydro. com Web: www.etshydro.com

Fabco-Air, Inc. 3716 NE 49 Ave. Gainesville, FL 32609 Phone: 352-373-3578 Fax: 352-375-8024 Email: service@fabco-air.com Web: www.fabco-air.com

Faster Inc. 6560 Weatherfield Court Maumee, OH 43537 Phone: 800-231-2501 Fax: 888-316-2695 Email: info@fasterinc.com Web: www.faster.it FCI Automation 3720 Hagen Dr. Grand Rapids, MI 49548 Phone: 616-456-7222 Fax: 616-456-1306 Email: sales@FCIautomation. com Web: www.fciautomation.com

Electroswitch 180 King Avenue Weymouth, MA 02188 Phone: 800-366-2459 Fax: 781-335-4253 Email: info@electroswitch.com Web: www.electroswitch.com

Entwistle Co., Kenett Hydraulic Distribution Div. 6 Bigelow St. Hudson, MA 01749 Phone: 508-481-4000 Fax: 508-481-4004 Email: jkendall@entwistleco. com Web: www.entwistleco.com

Elite Manifolds 440 Hancock Street Middlesex, NJ 08846 Phone: 732-648-9129 Fax: 732-424-1262 Email: info@elitemanifolds.com Web: www.elitemanifolds.com

Eurotech 1150 Ponce de Leon Boulevard Brooksville, FL 34601 Phone: 352-799-5253 Fax: 352-799-4662 Email: info@eurotechelite.com Web: www.eurotechelite.com

Ellison Sensors, Inc. 6560 W. Rogers Cir. #22 Boca Raton, FL 33487 Phone: 561-989-8540 Fax: 561-989-8816 Email: sales@esi-transducer. com Web: www.esi-transducer.com

Evonik Oil Additives 723 Electronic Drive Horsham, PA 19044-4050 Phone: 215-706-5800 Fax: 215-706-5801 Email: oil-additives@evonik.com Web: evonik.com/oil-additives

Festo Corporation 1377 Motor Parkway Islandia, NY 11749 Phone: 800-993-3786 Fax: 800-963-3786 Email: customer.service@ us.festo.com Web: www.festo.us

EXAIR Corporation 11510 Goldcoast Drive Cincinnati, OH 45249-1621 Phone: 513-671-3322 Fax: 513-671-3363 Email: techelp@exair.com Web: www.exair.com

FlangeLock, LLC 57 Old Post Road #2 Greenwich, CT 06830 Phone: 203-861-9400 Fax: 203-622-1238 Email: sales@flangelock.com Web: www.flangelock.com

Exor Electronic R & D, Inc. 10150 International Blvd. Cincinnati, OH 45246 Phone: 513-874-0900 Fax: 513-874-2707 Email: info@exor-rd.com Web: www.exor-rd.com

Flaretite, Inc. 4036 Shadow Oak Fenton, MI 48430 Phone: 810-750-4140 Email: sales@flaretite.com Web: www.flaretite.com

Elma Electronic 760 Veterans Circle Warminster, PA 18974 Phone: 800-445-6194 Fax: 215-956-1201 Email: Valerie.andrew@elma. com Web: www.elma.com Embassy Global, LLC P.O. Box 924 Hamburg, NY 14075 Phone: 1-800-309-6150 Email: inquiries@ embassyglobalpr.com Web: www.embassyglobalpr. com

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FEMA Corporation 1716 Vanderbilt Ave. Portage, MI 49024 Phone: 269-323-1369 Fax: 269-323-0108 Email: sales@fema-corp.com Web: www.fema-corp.com Feroy Company, Inc. 3220 B Street SE Auburn, WA 98002 Phone: 253-939-1363 Fax: 253-939-0810 Email: glenn@feroy.com Web: www.feroy.com

Flint Hydraulics, Inc. 4099 B. F. Goodrich Blvd. Memphis, TN 38118 Phone: 901-794-4884 Fax: 901-794-1618 Email: sales@flinthyd.com Web: www.flinthyd.com

Flodraulic Group 45 Sinclair Ave. Georgetown, Ontario CANADA, L7G-4X4 Phone: 905-702-9456 Fax: 905-702-9457 Email: info@flodraulic.com Web: www.flodraulic.com Flodyne Controls, Inc. 48 Commerce Drive Murray Hill, NJ 07974-1142 Phone: 908-464-6200 Fax: 908-464-1553 Email: sales@flodynecontrols. com Web: www.flodynecontrols.com Flo-Torq Hydraulic Motors 3620 W 11th Houston, TX 77008 Phone: 832-742-9625 Email: sales@flo-torq.com Web: www.flo-torq.com Flow Ezy Filters, Inc. P.O. Box 1749 Ann Arbor, MI 48106 Phone: 734-665-8777 Fax: 734-665-4332 Email: flowezy@flowezyfilters. com Web: www.flowezyfilters.com Flow Technology 8930 South Beck Ave. Tempe, AZ 85284 Phone: 480-240-3400 Fax: 480-240-3401 Email: ftimarket@ftimeters.com Web: www.ftimeters.com Flowmetrics, Inc. 9201 Independence Ave. Chatsworth, CA 91311 Phone: 818-407-3420 Fax: 818-700-1961 Email: sales@flowmetrics.com Web: www.flowmetrics.com Flow-Tek, A Subsidiary of Bray Int’l Inc. 8323 N. Eldridge Pkwy. #100 Houston, TX 77041 Phone: 832-912-2300 Fax: 832-912-2301 Email: steve.johnston@flow-tek. com Web: www.flow-tek.com Fluid Energy Controls 6431 Flotilla Street Los Angeles, CA 90040 Phone: 323-721-0588 Fax: 323-721-8368 Email:jc@fecintl.com Web: www.fecintl.com Fluid Line Products, Inc. PO Box 1000 Willoughby, OH 44096 Phone: 440-946-9470 Fax: 440-946-9472 Email: flp@fluidline.com Web: www.fluidline.com Fluid Motion Sales, Inc. 11220 Grader St., Suite 700 Dallas, TX 75238 Phone: 972-437-1333 Fax: 972-437-6288 Email: sales@fluidmotionsales. com Web: www.fluidmotionsales.com

Fluid Power Associates, Inc. 50 Aberdeen Road York, PA 17406 Phone: 717-840-7814 Fax: 717-840-7396 Email: g.rosenberger@ fluidpowerassociates.com Web: www.fluidpowerassociates. com Fluid Power Connections P.O. Box 475 Englishtown, NJ 07726 Phone: 732-792-0411 Email: craig@usa-4u.com Web: www.fluidpowerconnections. com Fluid Power Inc. 534 Township Line Road Blue Bell, PA 19422 Phone: 215-643-0350 Fax: 215-643-4017 Email: sales@fluidpowerinc.com Web: www.fluidpowerinc.com Fluid Power Products, Inc. 302 Turnpike Road Southborough, MA 01772 Phone: 508-481-8881 Fax: 508-485-4346 Email: info@fppinc.com Web: www.fppinc.com Fluid Tech Solutions Inc. 4602 Batten Way San Jose, CA 95135 Phone: 408-475-1946 Email: ramani@fluidtechsolutions. com Web: http://www. fluidtechsolutions.com Fluid Technologies, Inc. 1016 E. Airport Road Stillwater, OK 74075 Phone: 405-624-0400 Fax: 405-624-0401 Email: ftiinfo@filtranllc.com Web: www.fluidtechnologies.com Fluidtechnik USA, Inc. PO Box 715 Uwchland, PA 19480 Phone: 610-321-2407 Fax: 610-321-2409 Email: sales@fluidtechnikusa.com Web: www.fluidtechnikusa.com

FluiDyne Fluid Power 31915 Groesbeck Hwy Fraser, MI 48026 Phone: 586-296-7200 Fax: 586-296-7210 Email: sales@fluidynefp.com Web: www.fluidynefp.com FORCE America 501 East Cliff Road Burnsville, MN 55337 Phone: 952-707-1300 Email: marketing@forceamerica. com Web: www.forceamerica.com FTI Flow Technology Inc. 8930 S. Beck Ave., Ste. 107 Tempe, AZ 85284 Phone: 480-240-3400 Fax: 480-240-3401 Email: ftimarket@ftimeters.com Web: www.ftimeters.com

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Futek Advanced Sensor Technology Inc. 10 Thomas Irvine, CA 92618 Phone: 949-465-0900 Fax: 949-465-0905 Email: futek@futek.com Web: www.futek.com FW Murphy PO Box 470248 Tulsa, OK 74147 Phone: 918-317-4100 Fax: 918-317-4266 Email: sales@fwmurphy.com Web: www.fwmurphy.com

G Galland Henning Nopak, Inc. 10179 S. 57th Street Franklin, WI 53132 Phone: 414-645-6000 Fax: 414-645-6048 Email: info@nopak.com Web: www.nopak.com Galtech Canada Inc. 3140 Joseph Monier – 102 Terrebonne QC Canada, J6X 4R1 Phone: 450-477-1076 Fax: 450-477-8784 Email: MMalo@GaltechCanada. com Web: www.GaltechCanada.com

Geartek 1506 S. Fulton Dr. Corinth, MS 38834 Phone: 662-286-2252 Fax: 662-287-6580 Email: haisales@geartek.com Web: www.geartek.com Gefran 8 Lowell Avenue Winchester, MA 01890 Phone: 781-729-5249 Fax: 781-729-1468 Email: info@gefraninc.com Web: www.gefran.com Gems Sensors & Controls One Cowles Road Plainville, CT 06062 Phone: 800-747-3000 Fax: 860-793-4520 Email: bneale-siemon@ gemssensors.com Web: www.gemssensors.com Gemü Valves 3800 Camp Creek Parkway Bldg. 2600, Ste. 120 Atlanta, GA 30331 Phone: 678-553-3400 Fax: 404-344-9350 Email: info@gemu.com Web: www.gemu.com Global Servo Hydraulics, Inc. 609 Corry A. Edwards Dr. Kennedale, TX 76060 Phone: 817-478-4968 Fax: 817-478-4958 Email: servovalve@yahoo.com Web: www.globalservo.com

Great Bend Industries 8701 6th Street Great Bend, KS 67530 Phone: 620-792-4368 Fax: 620-792-3935 Email: tvandermeer@hamptonhydraulics.com Web: www.hampton-hydraulics. com Green Hydraulic Power, Inc. 15401 Assembly Lane Huntington Beach, CA 92649 Phone: 714-333-7367 Email: sales@ greenhydraulicpower.com Web: www.greenhydraulicpower. com Gripnail 97 Dexter Road East Providence, RI 02914 Phone: 800-474-7624 Fax: 401-438-8520 Email: lterlizzi@gripnail.com Web: www.gripnail.com GS Global Resources 926 Perkins Dr. Mukwonago, WI 53149 Phone: 262-378-5200 Fax: 262-378-5400 Email: sales@gsgr.com Web: www.gsglobalresources. com

H Hach Flow Meter Products & Services 4539 Metropolitan Ct. Frederick, MD 21704 Phone: 301-874-5599 Fax: 301-874-8459 Email: hachflowsales@hach. com Web: www.hachflow.com Harrison Hydra-Gen, LTD 14233 West Road Houston, TX 77388 Phone: 281-807-4420 Fax: 281-807-4815 Email: sales@harrisonhydragen. com Web: www.harrisonhydragen. com HAWE Hydraulik 9009-K Perimeter Woods Dr. Charlotte, NC 28216 Phone: 704-509-1599 Fax: 704-509-6302 Email: info@HAWEusa.com Web: www.HAWE.com Haydon Kerk Motion Solutions, Inc. 1500 Meriden Road Waterbury, CT 06705 Phone: 203-756-7441 Fax: 203-756-8724 Email: info@haydonkerk.com Web: www.haydonkerk.com

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HBC- radiomatic, Inc. 1017 Petersburg Road Hebron, KY 41048 Phone: 859-689-6400 Fax: 866-266-7227 Email: sales@hbc-usa.com Web: www.hbc-usa.com HDM Hydraulics, LLC 125 Fire Tower Drive Tonawanda, NY 14150 Phone: 716-694-8004 Fax: 716-694-4164 Web: www.hdmco.com Heavy Motions Inc. 2134 S Green Privado Ontario, CA 91761 Phone: 866-865-8889 Fax: 909-498-0468 Email: info@heavymotions.com Web: www.heavymotions.com HED (Hydro Electronic Devices) 2120 Constitution Ave. Hartford, WI 53027 Phone: 262-673-9450 Fax: 262-673-9455 Web: www.hedonline.com Helac Corporation 225 Battersby Ave. Enumclaw, WA 98022 Phone: 360-825-1601 Fax: 360-825-1603 Email: jhowisey@helac.com Web: www.Helac.com Hengli America 580 W. Crossroads Parkway Bolingbrook, IL 60440 Phone: 630-995-3674 Email: sales@hengliamerica.com Web: www.HengliAmerica.com Hercules Sealing Products 1016 North Belcher Road Clearwater, FL 33765 Phone: 727-796-1300 Fax: 727-797-8849 Email: sales@herculesus.com Web: www.herculesus.com Heypac Inc. 1098 E. Avon Road Rochester Hills, MI 48307 Phone: 248-652-3500 Fax: 248-652-1717 Email: answers@heypac.com Web: www.heypac.com High Country Tek, Inc. 208 Gold Flat Court Nevada City, CA 95959 Phone: 530-265-3236 Fax: 530-265-3275 Email: info@hctcontrols.com Web: www.hctcontrols.com Himmelstein, S. & Co. 2490 Pembroke Ave. Hoffman Est., IL 60169 Phone: 847-843-3300 Fax: 847-843-8488 Email: sales@himmelstein.com Web: www.himmelstein.com Hirschmann 1665 Orchard Drive Chambersburg, PA 17201 Phone: 717-217-2200 Fax: 717-217-2279 Web: www.hirschmann-usa.com

HKX, Inc. 16761 146th St. SE, Ste. 115 Monroe, WA 98272 Phone: 800-493-5487 Fax: 360-805-0718 Email: sales@hkx.com Web: www.hkx.com

HYDAC Technology Corp. 2260 City Line Road Bethlehem, PA 18017 Phone: 610-266-0100 Email: gretchen.walters@hydacusa. com Web: www.hydac-na.com

HL Hydraulic, Inc. P.O. Box 450 Seneca, PA 16346 Phone: 814-677-4086 Fax: 814-677-4087 Email: kkirk@hlhydraulic.com Web: www.hlhydraulic.com

Hydradyne, LLC 15050 FAA Blvd. Fort Worth, TX 76155 Phone: 817-391-1547 Fax: 817-391-1589 Email: ssmith@rfallc.com Web: www.hydradynellc.com

HMI Systems 1955 West State Road 426 Oviedo, FL 32765 Phone: 407-359-8171 ext.101 Fax: 407-359-8170 Email: sales@hmisystems.net Web: www.hmisystems.net

Hydramation, Inc. 9329 M. Ravenna Rd. Twinsburg, OH 44087 Phone: 330-405-5544 Fax: 330-405-5552 Email: Dave@hydramation.com Web: www.hydramation.com

Hoffer Flow Controls 107 Kitty Hawk Lane Elizabeth City, NC 27909 Phone: 252-331-1997 Fax: 252-331-2886 Email: info@hofferflow.com Web: www.hofferflow.com

Hydratech LLC 1331 S. West Ave. Fresno, CA 93706 Phone: 559-233-0876 Fax: 559-233-1754 Email: dogden@mvphydratech.com Web: www.mvphydratech.com

Honor Pumps 6114 Schuler Street Houston, TX 77007 Phone: 800-984-9727 Fax: 7134619631 Email: service@honorpumps. com Web: www.honorpumps.com

Hydraulex 48175 Gratiot Ave. Chesterfield, MI 48051 Phone: 800-422-4279 Fax: 586-949-5302 Email: sales@hydraulex.com Web: www.hydraulex.com

Huade-USA 1152 Marsh Street, Suite D Valparaiso, IN 46385 Phone: 219-548-2211 Fax: 219-462-0774 Email: info@huade-usa.com Web: www.huade-usa.com Hudson Extrusions, Inc. 1255 Norton Rd. P. O. Box 255 Hudson, OH 44236 Phone: 330-653-6015 Fax: 330-653-6551 Email: sales@hudsonextrusions. com Web: www.hudsonextrusions. com Humphrey Automation Inc. 570 Alden Road, Unit #10 Markham, Ont L3R 8N5 CANADA Phone: 905-479-3633 Fax: 905-479-3755 Email: Humphrey@pneumation. ca Web: www. humphreyautomation.ca Humphrey Products Company 5070 East N Avenue Kalamazoo, MI 49003 Phone: 269-381-5500 Fax: 269-381-4113 Email: Websales@humphreyproducts.com Web: www.humphrey-products. com HUSCO International 2339 Pewaukee Road Waukesha, WI 53188 Phone: 262-513-4200 Fax: 262-513-4427 Email: hussales@huscointl.com Web: www.huscointl.com

Hydraulic Management Group, LLC 1910 Buckthorn Ct. Troy, MI 48098 Phone: 248-804-2350 Email: sales@hydraulicmanagement. com Web: www.hydraulicmanagement. com Hydraulic Parts Source 41350 Production Drive Harrison Twp., MI 48045 Phone: 586-463-3166 Fax: 586-463-3398 Email: sales@hydparts.com Web: www.hydparts.com Hydraulic Resources Inc. 567 Pine Hill Rd. White, PA 15490 Phone: 724-455-6060 Fax: 724-455-6349 Email: sales@hydraulicresourcesinc.com Web: www.hydraulicresourcesinc.com Hydraulic Specialists, Inc. 12100 N. Santa Fe Oklahoma City, OK 73114 Phone: 405-752-7980 Fax: 405-936-3248 Email: lmacdonald@hsi-usa.com Web: www.hsi-usa.com Hydraulic Supply Company 300 International Parkway Sunrise, FL 33325 Phone: 800-507-9651 Fax: 954-845-9113 Email: sales@hydraulic-supply.com Web: www.hydraulic-supply.com Hydraulics, Inc. 2935 St. Louis Avenue Fort Worth, TX 76110 Phone: 817-923-1965 Fax: 817-927-8002 Email: sales@hydraulicsinc.com Web: http://www.hydraulicsinc.com

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Garlock Sealing Technologies 1666 Division St. Palmyra, NY 14522 Phone: 1-800-448-6688 Fax: 1-800-543-0598 Email: MaryAnn.Novosel@ Garlock.com Web: www.garlock.com

Granzow 2300 Crownpoint Exec. Drive Charlotte, NC 28227 Phone: 704-845-2300 Fax: 704-845-2301 Email: sales@granzow.com Web: www.granzow.com

Hydraulics International, Inc. 9201 Independence Ave. Chatsworth, CA 91311 Phone: 818-407-3400 Fax: 818-407-3428 Email: lturner@hiipumps.com Web: www.hiigroup.com Hydrauliques Continental 11385 boul. Marc-Aurele-Fortin Montreal, Quebec Canada H1E 3C6 Phone: 800-226-1601 Fax: 866-648-6322 Email: info@ hydrauliquescontinental.ca Web: www. hydrauliquescontinental.ca

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Hydra-Zorb Company 2450 Commercial Drive Auburn Hills, MI 48371 Phone: 248-373-5151 Fax: 248-373-0711 Email: sales@hydra-zorb.com Web: www.hydra-zorb.com HyFlow Controls Inc. 2134 S Green Privado Ontario, CA 91761 Phone: 909-628-9866 Fax: 909-614-7233 Email: sales@hyflow-controls. com Web: www.hyflow-controls.com Hy-Pro Filtration 12955 Ford Drive Fishers, IN 46038 Phone: 317-849-3535 Fax: 317-849-9201 Email: info@hyprofiltration.com Web: www.hyprofiltration Hyspeco, Inc. 1729 S. Sabin St. Wichita, KS 67209 Phone: 316-943-0254 Fax: 316-943-2546 Email: quotes@hyspeco.com Web: www.hyspeco.com

I IBR Laboratories 11599 Morrissey Rd. Grass Lake, MI 49240 Phone: 517-522-8453 Web: www.IBR-USA.com IC-Fluid Power, Inc. 8079 Wales Rd. Northwood, OH 43619 Phone: 419-661-8811 Fax: 419-661-8844 Email: us@icfluid.com Web: www.icfluid.com IEE, Inc. 7740 Lemona Ave. Van Nuys, CA 91409 Phone: 818-787-0311 Fax: 818-901-9046 Email: smotter@ieeinc.com Web: www.ieeinc.com IFM Efector Inc. 782 Springdale Dr. Exton, PA 19341 Phone: 800-441-8246 Fax: 610-524-2745 Email: info@ifm.com Web: www.ifm.com/us

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Industrial Nut Corp. 1425 Tiffin Ave. Sandusky, OH 44870 Phone: 419-625-8543 Fax: 419-625-5517 Email: sales@industrialnut.com Web: www.industrialnut.com

Jason Industrial 221 S. Westgate Drive Carol Stream, IL 60188 Phone: 630-752-0600 Email: info.us@megadynegroup. com Web: www.jasonindustrial.com

Kingston Valves 23201 Normandie Avenue Torrance, CA 90501 Phone: 800-210-2525 Email: customercare@ stormmfg.com Web: www.kingstonvalves.com

Lehigh Fluid Power, Inc. 1413 Route 179 Lambertville, NJ 08530 Phone: 800-257-9515 Fax: 609-397-0932 Email: sales@lehighfluidpower.com Web: www.lehighfluidpower.com

Industrial Servo Hydraulics, Inc. 17650 Malyn Blvd. Fraser, MI 48026 Phone: 586-296-0960 Fax: 586-296-0375 Email: klamberti@indservo.com Web: www.indservo.com

JH Technology, Inc. 4233 Clark Road, Unit 9 Sarasota, FL 34233-2432 Phone: 941-927-0300 Fax: 941-925-8774 Email: jhtek@jhtechnology. com Web: www.jhtechnology.com

KNF Neuberger, Inc. 2 Black Forest Road Trenton, NJ 08691-1810 Phone: 609-890-8600 Fax: 609-890-8323 Email: knfusa@knf.com Web: www.knf.com

Lillbacka USA, Inc. 619 Estes Ave. Schaumburg, IL 60193 Phone: 847-301-1300 Fax: 847-301-2562 Email: sales@lillbackausa.com Web: www.lillbackausa.com

Industrial Specialties Mfg. 4091 So. Eliot Street Englewood, CO 80110 Phone: 303-781-8486 Fax: 303-761-7939 Email: sales@industrialspec. com Web: www.industrialspec.com Innotek Corporation 9140 Zachary Lane North Maple Grove, MN 55369 Phone: 763-488-9910 Fax: 763-493-2809 Email: lhughes@Innotek-ep.com Web: www.Innotek-ep.com Inserta Products, Inc. 538 Township Line Road Blue Bell, PA 19422 Phone: 215-643-0192 Fax: 215-643-4017 Email: sales@inserta.com Web: www.inserta.com Integrated Hydraulics,Inc. 7047 Spinach Drive Mentor, OH 44060 Phone: 440-974-3171 Fax: 440-974-3170 Email: usinfo@inthyd.com Web: www.integratedhydraulics. com International fpa 43105 Business Park Drive Temecula, CA 92590 Phone: 951-676-2155 Fax: 951-676-2156 Email: info@intlfpa.com Web: www.intlfpa.com IQ Valves 425 West Drive Melbourne, FL 32904 Phone: 321-729-9634 Fax: 321-768-8732 Email: sales@IQValves.com Web: www.IQValves.com ITT Residential & Commercial Water 8200 North Austin Ave. Morton Grove, IL 60053 Phone: 847-966-3700 Fax: 847-965-8379 Email: RCW.Webmaster@itt.com Web: www.bellgossett.com

J J.R. Merritt Controls, Inc. 55 Sperry Avenue Stratford, CT 06615 Phone: 800-333-5762 Fax: 203-381-0400 Email: info@jrmerritt.com Web: www.jrmerritt.com Jarp Ind. P.O. Box 923 Wausau, WI 54402 Phone: 715-359-4241 Fax: 715-355-4960 Email: ernieb@jarpind.com Web: www.jarpind.com

John Guest USA Inc. 180 Passaic Ave. Fairfield, NJ 07004 Phone: 973-808-5600 Fax: 973-808-5036 Email: info@johnguest.com Web: www.johnguest.com JWF Technologies 6820 Fairfield Dr. Fairfield, OH 45014 Phone: 513-769-9611 Fax: 513-769-0109 Email: info@jwftechnologies. com Web: jwftech.com

Kraft Fluid Systems, Inc. 14300 Foltz Parkway Cleveland, OH 44149-4798 Phone: 800-257-1155 Fax: 440-238-5266 Email: csdept@kraftfluid.com Web: www.kraftfluid.com

KTR Corporation 122 Anchor Road Michigan City, IN 46360 Phone: 219-872-9100 Fax: 219-872-9150 Email: ktr-us@ktr.com Web: www.ktr.com

K & S Services 15677 Noecker Way Southgate, MI 48195 Phone: 734-374-0400 Fax: 734-374-8629 Email: sales@k-and-s.com Web: www.k-and-s.com

Kuriyama of America, Inc. 360 E. State Parkway Schaumburg, IL 60173 Phone: 847-755-0360 Fax: 847-885-0996 Email: sales@kuriyama.com Web: www.kuriyama.com

Kanamak Hydraulics Inc. 2218 W. Mary St. Garden City, KS 67846 Phone: 620-275-6055 Fax: 620-275-0120 Email: sales@kanamak.com Web: www.kanamak.com

Kurz Instruments, Inc. 2411 Garden Road Monterey, CA 93940 Phone: 831-646-5911 Fax: 831-646-8901 Email: salesadmin@ kurzinstruments.com Web: www.kurzinstruments.com

Kavlico 14501 Princeton Ave. Moorpark, CA 93021 Phone: 805-523-2000 Fax: 805-523-7125 Email: sales@kavlico.com Web: www.kavlico.com Kawasaki 3838 Broadmoor Ave. Grand Rapids, MI 49512 Phone: 616-975-3100 Fax: 616-975-3103 Email: customer@kmp-usa.com Web: www.kpm-usa.com/ contact Keller America Inc. 351 Bell King Road Newport News, VA 23606 Phone: 877-253-5537 Fax: 757-596-6659 Email: sales@kelleramerica.com Web: www.kelleramerica.com Keystone Fluid Power, Inc. 120 Unico Drive Valmont Industrial Park West Hazelton, PA 18202 Phone: 570-454-9759 Fax: 570-454-9789 Email: slaes@keystonefluid.com Web: www.keystonefluidpower. com

Kytola Instruments Inc 900 Old Roswell Lakes Parkway Suite 120 Roswell, GA 30076 Phone: 1-678-701-3569 Fax: 1-514-448-5151 Email: flow@kytola.com Web: www.kytola.com

L La-Man Corp. P.O. Box 328 Mazeppa, MN 55956 Phone: 507-843-4413 Fax: 507-843-4953 Email: sales@laman.com Web: www.laman.com LCR Electronics 9 South Forest Ave. Norristown, PA 19401 Phone: 610-278-0840 Fax: 610-278-0935 Email: sales@lcr-inc.com Web: www.lcr-inc.com Legris Inc. 7205 E. Hampton Ave. Mesa, AZ 85208-3301 Phone: 480-830-0216 Fax: 480-830-7556 Web: www.legris.com

Linde Hydraulics Corporation 5089 W Western Reserve Road Canfield, Ohio 44406 Phone: 330-533-6801 Fax: 330-286-0741 Email: info@linde-hydraulics.us Web: www.linde-hydraulic.us Lodar USA 549 U.S. Hwy. 287 S. Henrietta, TX 76365 Phone: 940-538-5643 Fax: 940-538-4382 Email: wade@lodar.com Web: www.lodarusa.com Lovejoy Hydraulics 2655 Wisconsin Ave. Downers Grove, IL 60515 Phone: 630-852-0500 Fax: 630-852-2120 Email: hydraulicsinfo@lovejoy-inc. com Web: www.lovejoyhydraulics.com Lynch Fluid Controls Inc. 1799 Argentia Road Mississauga, ON CANADA, L5N 3A2 Phone: 905-363-2400 Fax: 1- 905-363-1191 Email: marketing@lynch.ca Web: www.Lynch.ca

M M & M Rogness Equipment Co. 1941 West County Rd. C2 Roseville, MN 55113 Phone: 651-633-0550 Fax: 651-633-6797 Email: sales@mmrogness.com Web: www.mmrogness.com Macro Sensors 7300 US Route 130 North Pennsauken, NJ 08110 Phone: 856-662-8000 Email: positionsensors@ macrosensors.com Web: www.macrosensors.com Madison Company 27 Business Park Drive Branford, CT 06405 Phone: 800-466-5383 Fax: 203-481-5036 Email: salesinfo@madisonco.com Web: www.madisonco.com Magnetek N49 W13650 Campbell Drive Menomonee Falls, WI 53051 Phone: 262-783-3500 Fax: 262-783-3510 Email: sales@magnetek.com Web: www.columbusmckinnon.com/ magnetek

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Main Manufacturing Products 3181 Tri-Park Avenue Grand Blanc, MI 48439 Phone: 800-521-7918 Fax: 810-953-1385 Email: info@mainmfg.com Web: www. mainmanufacturingproducts. com Maradyne Corp. Marion Fluid Power Div. 4540 West 160th Street Cleveland, OH 44135 Phone: 216-362-0755 ext.121 Fax: 216-362-0799 Email: mwalsh@maradyne.com Web: www.maradyne.com March Manufacturing, Inc. 1819 Pickwick Ave. Glenview, IL 60026-1306 Phone: 847-729-5300 Fax: 847-729-7062 Web: www.marchpump.com

Measurement Specialties 1000 Lucas Way Hampton, VA 23666 Phone: 800-678-7226 Fax: 757-766-4297 Email: Denise.Topping@measspec.com Web: www.meas-spec.com Med-Kas Hydraulics, Inc. 1419 John R Road Troy, MI 48083 Phone: 248-585-3220 Fax: 248-585-0646 Email: tcrean@med-kas.com Web: www.med-kas.com MFP Seals 84 Minnesota Troy, MI 48083 Phone: 248-585-8170 Fax: 248-585-4398 Email: sales@mfpseals.com Web: www.mfpseals.com Micheller and Son Hydraulics, Inc. 534 West First Ave. Roselle, NJ 07203 Phone: 908-687-1545 Fax: 908-241-0934 Email: michellersonhyd@aol. com Web: www. michellerandsonhydraulics.com

Marmon/Keystone LLC PO Box 992 Butler, PA 16003 Phone: 724-283-3000 Fax: 724-283-0558 Email: sales@marmonkeystone. com Web: www.marmonkeystone. com

Mid-West Instrument 6500 Dobry Drive Sterling Heights, MI 48314 Phone: 586-254-6500 Fax: 586-254-6509 Email: sales@ midwestinstrument.com Web: www.midwestinstrument. com

Marsh Bellofram 8019 Ohio River Blvd. Newell, WV 26050 Phone: 304-387-1200 Fax: 304-387-1212 Email: jgamble@ marshbellofram.com Web: www.marshbellofram.com

Miller-Leaman,Inc. 800 Orange Avenue Daytona Beach, FL 32114 Phone: 386-248-0500 Fax: 386-248-3033 Email: sales@millerleaman.com Web: www.millerleaman.com

Marsh-McBirney – A Hach Company Brand 4539 Metropolitan Court Frederick, MD 21704-9452 Phone: 800-368-2723 Fax: 240-358-0243 Email: sales@marsh-mcbirney. com Web: www.marsh-mcbirney.com Marvel Consultants Inc 28601 Chagrin Blvd #210 Cleveland, OH 44122 Phone: 216-292-2855 Fax: 216-292-7207 Email: ebergsman@ marvelconsultants.com Web: www.marvelconsultants. com Max Machinery Inc. 33A Healdsburg Ave. Healdsburg, CA 95448 Phone: 707-433-2662 Fax: 707-433-1818 Email: info@maxmachinery.com Web: www.maxmachinery.com MB Dynamics, Inc. 25865 Richmond Road Cleveland, OH 44146 Phone: 216-292-5850 Fax: 216-292-5614 Email: sales@mbdynamics.com Web: www.mbdynamics.com

Milwaukee Cylinder 5877 S. Pennsylvania Ave. Cudahy, WI 53110 Phone: 414-769-9700 Fax: 414-769-0157 Email: sales@ milwaukeecylinder.com Web: www.milwaukeecylinder. com Milwaukee School of Engineering Fluid Power Institute™ (MSOE) 1025 N. Broadway Milwaukee, WI 53202 Phone: 414-277-7191 Fax: 414-277-7470 Email: wanke@msoe.edu Web: www.msoe.edu/fpi MKS Instruments, Inc. 2 Tech Drive, Suite 201 Andover, MA 01810 Phone: 978-645-5500 Fax: 978-557-5100 Email: mks@mksinst.com Web: www.mksinst.com Mobile Hose & Hydraulic Supply 11947 Florence Blvd., Suite 5 Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670 Phone: 562-921-0713 Fax: 562-921-0793 Email: sales@comoso.com Web: www.comoso.com

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Nass Controls LP 51509 Birch Street New Baltimore, MI 48047 Phone: 586-725-6610 Fax: 586-725-5802 Email: sales@nasscontrols.com Web: www.nasscontrols.com

Oil-Rite Corporation PO Box 1207 Manitowoc, WI 54221-1207 Phone: 920-682-6173 Fax: 920-682-7699 Email: sales@oilrite.com Web: www.oilrite.com

Moog 300 Jamison Road East Aurora, NY 14052 Phone: 716-652-2000 Fax: 716-687-4989 Email: info@moog.com Web: www.moog.com/industrial

NBB Controls, Inc. 5909 School Ave. Richmond, VA 23228 Phone: 804-262-4846 Fax: 804-497-8665 Email: brian.downes@ nbbcontrols.com Web: www.nbbcontrols.com

Ohio Fabricators Company 111 North 14th St Coshocton, OH 43812 Phone: 432-413-8757 Email: msmith@ohfab.com Web: www.ohfab.com

Motion Industries, Inc. 1605 Alton Road Birmingham, AL 35210 Phone: 800-526-9328 Fax: 205-957-5290 Email: MiMarketing@ motionindustries.com Web: www.motionindustries. com Motoman Inc 805 Liberty Lane West Carrollton, OH 45449 Phone: 937-847-6200 Fax: 937-847-3288 Email: info@motoman.com Web: www.motoman.com MP Filtri USA, Inc. 1181 Richland Commerce Drive Quakertown, PA 18951 Phone: 215-529-1300 Fax: 215-529-1902 Email: sales@mpfiltri.com Web: www.mpfiltri.com MP Pumps Inc. 34800 Bennett Fraser, MI 48026 Phone: 800-563-8006 Fax: 586-293-8469 Email: info@mppumps.com Web: www.mppumps.com

NC Servo Technology 38422 Webb Drive Westland, MI 48185 Phone: 734-326-6666 Fax: 734-326-6669 Email: sales@ncservo.com Web: www.ncservo.com New Pig One Pork Avenue Tipton, PA 16684-0304 Phone: 814-684-0101 Fax: 814-684-7690 Email: hothogs@newpig.com Web: www.newpig.com Norgren 5400 S. Delaware Littleton, CO 80120 Phone: 720-283-5720 Email: jsteigerwald@usa. norgren.com Web: www.norgren.com/us Norstat Inc. 300 Roundhill Dr. Rockaway, NJ 07866 Phone: 973-586-2500 Fax: 973-596-1590 Email: breilly@norstat.com Web: www.norstat.com

Oilsafe 930 Whitmore Drive Rockwall, TX 75087 Phone: 888-429-3135 Fax: 972-200-4246 Email: pfasse@oilsafe.com Web: www.oilsafe.com O’Keefe Controls Co. P.O. Box 382 Trumbull, CT 06611 Phone: 203-261-6711 Fax: 203-261-8331 Email: ms@okcc.com Web: www.okcc.com Omega Engineering 800 Connecticut Avenue Norwalk, CT Suite 5N01 Phone: 203-359-1660 Fax: 203-359-7700 Email: sales@omega.com Web: www.omega.com Optex FA c/o Ramco Innovations 1207 Maple Street West Des Moines, IA 50265 Phone: 515-225-6933 Fax: 515-225-0063 Web: www.optex-ramco.com Orange Research 140 Cascade Boulevard Milford, CT 06460 Phone: 203-877-5657 Fax: 203-783-9546 Email: info@orangeresearch. com Web: www.orangeresearch.com

MRO Stop LLC 11616-B Wilmar Blvd. Charlotte, NC 28273 Phone: 866-388-7558 Email: info@mrostop.com Web: www.MROStop.com

Northlake Steel Corp. 5455 Wegman Dr. Valley City, OH 44280 Phone: 888-278-4682 Fax: 330-220-7718 Email: info@northlakesteel.com Web: www.northlakesteel.com

MTS Sensors 3001 Sheldon Drive Cary, NC 27513 Phone: 919-677-0100 Fax: 919-677-0200 Email: sensorsinfo@mts.com Web: www.mtssensors.com

NOSHOK, Inc. 1010 West Bagley Road Berea, OH 44017 Phone: 440-243-0888 Fax: 440-243-3472 Email: noshok@noshok.com Web: www.noshok.com

MTS Systems Corporation 14000 Technology Drive Eden Prairie, MN 55344-2290 Phone: 952-937-4000 Fax: 952-937-4515 Email: info@mts.com Web: www.mts.com

Nott Company 4480 Round Lake Road W Arden Hills, MN 55122 Phone: 800-634-3301 Fax: 651-415-3632 Email: nottfp@nottco.com Web: www.nottco.com

Murrellektronik, Inc. 1400 Northbrook Parkway, Ste. 300 Suwanee, GA 30024 Phone: 770-497-9292 Fax: 770-497-9391 Email: 2info@murrinc.com Web: www.murrinc.com

Novotechnik U.S., Inc. 155 Northboro Road Southborough, MA 01772 Phone: 508-485-2244 Fax: 508-485-2430 Email: info@novotechnik.com Web: www.novotechnik.com

P.E.P. 50 Tannery Road Unit #3 Branchburg, NJ 08876 Phone: 908-534-6111 Email: jmatonis@pep-plastic. com Web: www.pep-plastic.com

Packing & Seals, Inc. 2602K Transportation Avenue National City, CA 91950 Phone: 619-474-8281 Fax: 619-474-5911 Email: packingandseals@gmail. com Web: www.packingandseals. com

N Nachi America 715 Pushville Road Greenwood, IN 46143 Phone: 800-622-4410 Fax: 317-530-1015 Email: jschaefer@nachiamerica. com Web: www.nachiamerica.com

OEM Controls, Inc. 10 Controls Drive Shelton, CT 06484 Phone: 203-929-8431 Email: kfried@oemcontrols.com Web: www.oemcontrols.com

Ortman Fluid Power, Inc. 1400 N. 30th St. Suite 20 Quincy, IL 62301 Phone: 844-759-4922 Fax: 217-222-1773 Email: sales@ortmanfp.com Web: www.ortmanfp.com OTTO Controls 2 East Main Street Carpentersville, IL 60110 Phone: 847-428-7171 Email: info@ottoexcellence.com Web: www.otto-controls.com

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Mark Hydraulic Company Inc. 4771 “G” Street Omaha, NE 68117 Phone: 402-734-6734 Fax: 402-734-0227 Email: dhanry@ markhydraulicomaha.com Web: www.markhydraulicomaha. com

MOCAP 409 Parkway Drive Park Hills, MO 63601 Phone: 800-633-6775 Fax: 314-543-4111 Email: sales@mocap.com Web: www.mocap.com

Palmer Wahl 234 Old Weaverville Road Asheville, NC 28804 Phone: 828-658-3131 Fax: 828-658-0728 Email: info@palmerwahl.com Web: www.palmerwahl.com

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Panasonic Electric Works Corp. of America 629 Central Avenue New Providence, NJ 07974-1526 Phone: 908-464-3550 Fax: 908-464-4128 Email: acsd@us.pewa. panasonic.com Web: http://pewa.panasonic. com/acsd

Pinnacle Systems, Inc. P.O. Box 100088 Pittsburgh, PA 15233 Phone: 412-262-3950 Fax: 412-262-4055 Email: sales@pinnaclesystems. com Web: www.pinnaclesystems.com Pirtek USA 501 Haverty Ct Rockledge, FL 32955 Phone: 321-504-4422 Fax: 321-504-4433 Web: www.pirtekusa.com

Parker Hannifin Corp. – Finite 500 Glaspie Street Oxford, MI 48371 Phone: 248-628-6400 Fax: 248-628-1850 Email: finitefilter@parker.com Web: www.cleancompressedair. com

Pneumatic Cylinders & Couplers Inc. (PNEU C & C) 1214 Shappert Dr Machesney Park, IL 61115 Phone: 815-639-1000 Fax: 815-639-1001 Email: info@pneumaticcylinders. net Web: www.pneumaticcylinders. net

Parker Hannifin Corp., Hydraulic Valve Division 520 Ternes Avenue Elyria, OH 44035 Phone: 440-366-5100 Fax: 440-366-5253 Web: www.parker.com/ hydraulicvalve

Poclain Hydraulics Inc. 1300 Grandview Parkway Sturtevant, WI 53177 Phone: 262-321-0676 Fax: 262-321-0703 Email: info-america@poclainhydraulics.com Web: www.poclain-hydraulics.com

PCB Piezotronics, Inc. 3425 Walden Ave. Depew, NY 14043 Phone: 716-684-0001 Fax: 716-684-0987 Email: info@pcb.com Web: www.pcb.com

Precision Filtration Products P.O. Box 218 Pennsburg, PA 18073 Phone: 215-679-6645 Fax: 215-679-6648 Email: info@precisionfiltration. com Web: www.precisionfiltration.com

Peninsular Cylinder Co. 27650 Groesbeck Hwy Roseville, MI 48066 Phone: 586-775-7211 Fax: 586-775-4545 Email: sales@ peninsularcylinders.com Web: www.peninsularcylinders. com Peter Paul Electronics 480 John Downey Drive New Britain, CT 06050 Phone: 860-229-4884 Fax: 860-223-1734 Email: info@peterpaul.com Web: www.peterpaul.com PHD, Inc. 9009 Clurbridge Drive Fort Wayne, IN 46809 Phone: 800-624-8511 Fax: 260-479-2312 Email: phdinfo@phdinc.com Web: www.phdinc.com Phelps Industrial Products, Inc. 6300 Washington Blvd. Elkridge, MD 21075 Phone: 800-876-7325 Alt. Phone: 410-796-2222 Fax: 410-796-1277 Email: whp@phelpsweb.com Web: www.phelpsweb.com Pico Electronics 143 Sparks Ave. Pelham, NY 10803 Phone: 800-431-1064 Fax: 914-738-8225 Email: info@picoelectronics.com Web: www.picoelectronics.com

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Precision Instrument Company 3295 Cobb International Blvd. Kennesaw, GA 30152 Phone: 888-650-6923 Fax: 770-429-0795 Email: sales@picgauges.com Web: www.picgauges.com Premier Thermal Solutions 9955 80th Avenue Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158 Phone: 262-947-0441 Fax: 262-947-0881 Email: sales@premierthermal. com Web: www.premierthermal.com Pressroom Electronics P.O. Box 99875 Pittsburgh, PA 15233 Phone: 412-262-1115 Fax: 412-262-1197 Email: sales@ pressroomelectronics.com Web: www.pressroomelectronics. com Pressure Components Inc. 5101 Naiman Pkwy. Solon, OH 44139 Phone: 440-349-4020 Fax: 440-349-3653 Email: sales@ pressurecomponents.com Web: www.pressurecomponents. com Pressure Connections Corp. 610 Claycraft Road Columbus, OH 43230 Phone: 614-863-6930 Fax: 614-864-1327 Email: order.desk@ pressureconnections.com Web: www.pressureconnections. com

Pressure Controls Inc. 406 Cortland Street Belleville, NJ 07109 Phone: 973-751-5002 Fax: 973-751-9653 Email: pci.paul@verizon.net Web: www.pressurecontrols.biz Pressure Systems, Inc. 34 Research Drive Hampton, VA 23666 Phone: 757-865-1243 ext 653 Fax: 757-865-8744 Email: denise.topping@ pressuresystems.com Web: www.pressuresystems. com Progressive Hydraulics, Inc. 280 N. Midland Ave. Saddle Brook, NJ 07663 Phone: 201-791-3400 Fax: 201-791-3582 Email: sales@phionline.com Web: www.phionline.com Promar International Mfg. Llc. P.O. Box 1721 Stafford, TX 77497 Phone: 713-272-7191 Fax: 713-773-4433 Email: promarintl@promarintl. com Web: www.promarintl.com Proportion-Air, Inc. 8250 N. 600 West McCordsville, IN 46055 Phone: 317-335-2602 Fax: 317-335-3853 Email: wwhite@proportionair. com Web: www.proportionair.com PTI Technologies, Inc 501 Del Norte Blvd. Oxnard, CA 93030 Phone: 805-604-3700 Fax: 805-604-3701 Email: fluidpower@ ptitechnologies.com Web: www.ptitechnologies.com Pulsafeeder, Inc. 2883 Brighton-Henrietta Town Line Rd. Rochester, NY 14623 Phone: 585-292-8000 Fax: 585-424-5619 Email: pulsa@idexcorp.com Web: www.pulsafeeder.com PVS Sensors Inc. 2810 Blue Ridge Blvd., PO Box 100 West Union, SC 29696 Phone: 864-638-5544 Fax: 864-638-0005 Email: sales@pvssensors.com Web: www.pvssensors.com PWM Controls Inc. 1348 Spring Garden Court Mississauga, Ontario CANADA, L5N 8K5 Phone: 905-542-1245 Fax: 905-542-1245 Email: info@pwmcontrols.com Web: www.pwmcontrols.com

Q Quaker Chemical 901 E. Hector St. Conshohocken, PA 19428 Phone: 610-832-4216 Fax: 610-832-4497 Email: info@quakerchem.com Web: www.quakerchem.com

R RAM Industries Inc. 33 York Road East PO BOX 5007 Yorkton, SK S3N 374 Phone: 1-877-799-1005 Email: estimating@ramindustries. com Web: www.ramindustries.com Reed Switch Development Corp. 2524 Norwood Court Racine, WI 53403 Phone: 262-883-9060 Email: sales@ reedswitchdevelopments.com Web: www. reedswitchdevelopments.com Reelcraft Industries, Inc. 2842 E. Business Hwy 30 Columbia City, IN 46725 Phone: 260-248-8188 Phone: 800-444-3134 Fax: 260-248-2605 Email: reelcraft@reelcraft.com Web: www.reelcraft.com Rego Cryo-Flow Products 3181 Lear Drive Burlington, NC 27215 Phone: 336-226-3244 Fax: 336-227-6294 Email: cflo@regoproducts.com Web: www.regoproducts.com/ cryoflow RHEINTACHO Messtechnik GmbH Waltershofener Strasse 1 Freiburg, Baden-Württemberg 79111 Germany Phone: 49-7614-5130 Fax: 49-7614-452-74 Email: info@rheintacho.com Web: www.rheintacho.com Renco Inc. 6719 Alcoa Road Benton, AR 72015 Phone: 501-776-9915 Fax: 501-315-2395 Email: rencousa@gmail.com Web: rencocontrols.com Rite Pro, Inc., A Subsidiary of BRAY Int’l Inc. 12200 Albert Hudon Blvd. Montreal, Quebec H1G 3K7 CANADA Phone: 514-324-8900 Fax: 514-324-9525 Email: strudel@bray.qc.ca Web: www.ritepro.com Robeck Fluid Power Co. 350 Lena Drive Aurora, OH 44202 Phone: 800-541-4655 Fax: 330-562-1141 Email: sales@robeckfluidpower. com Web: www.robeckfluidpower.com Rockwell Automation, Inc. 1201 South Second Street Milwaukee, WI 53204-2496 Phone: 1-414-382-2000 1-888-382-1583 Fax: 1-414-382-4444 Email: webmaster@ rockwellautomation.com Web: www.rockwellautomation. com

Rosedale Products, Inc. 3730 W. Liberty Ann Arbor, MI 48103 Phone: 734-665-8201 Fax: 734-665-2214 Email: filters@rosedaleproducts. com Web: www.rosedaleproducts.com Rota Engineering Ltd. Wellington Street Bury, Manchester BL8 2BD United Kingdom Phone: 011-44-161-764-0424 Email: info@rota-eng.com Web: www.rota-eng.com Rota-Cyl Corporation 136 Stauffer Road BechPhonesville, PA 19505 Phone: 610-845-8001 Fax: 610-845-8178 Email: sales@rotacyl.com Web: www.rotacyl.com Roth Hydraulics NA Inc. One General Motors Drive, PO Box 245 Syracuse, NY 13211 Phone: +1 (0) 315-475-0100 Fax: +1 (0) 315-475-0200 Email: service@roth-hydraulics.com Web: www.roth-hydraulics.com Rotomation, Inc. 11 Sunshine Blvd. Ormond Beach, FL 32174 Phone: 386-676-6377 Fax: 386-676-6379 Email: sales@rotomation.com Web: www.rotomation.com RR-USA Inc 8 Creek Parkway Boothwyn, PA 19061 Phone: 610-497-0154 Fax: 610-497-6085 Email: info@rrusainc.com Web: www.rrusainc.com RT Dygert 5250 West 73rd Street Minneapolis, MN 55439 Phone: 952-835-1700 Fax: 952-835-1701 Email: sales@rtdygert.com Web: www.rtdygert.com Rupe’s Hydraulics 725 N. Twin Oaks Valley Rd. San Marcos, CA 92069 Phone: 800-354-7873 Fax: 760-744-7859 Email: shahin@rupeshydraulics.com Web: www.rupeshydraulics.com RYCO Hydraulics, Inc. 1616 Greens Road Houston, TX 77032 Phone: 281-821-4100 Fax: 281-821-4300 Email: sales@ryco.us Web: www.ryco.com.au

S S.G. Morris Co., LLC 699 Miner Road Cleveland, OH 44143 Phone: 866-746-6774 Fax: 866-746-2556 Email: sgmmail@sgmorris.com Web: www.sgmorris.com Sang-A Pneumatic Corp. 377 Van Ness Way, Suite 1206 Torrance, CA 90501 Phone: 310-212-5568 Fax: 310-212-5583

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Schmalz Inc. 5200 Atlantic Avenue Raleigh, NC 27616 Phone: 919-713-0880 Fax: 919-713-0883 Email: schmalz@schmalz.us Web: www.schmalz.com

SICK, Inc. 6900 W. 110th Street Minneapolis, MN 55438 Phone: 800-325-7425 Fax: 952-941-9287 Email: info@sick.com Web: www.sickusa.com

Schroeder Industries 580 W. Park Rd. Leetsdale, PA 15056 Phone: 724-318-1100 Fax: 724-318-1201 Email: sisales@ schroederindustries.com Web: https:// schroederindustries.com/

Sierra Instruments, Inc. 5 Harris Court, Bldg. L Monterey, CA 93940 Toll-Free: 800-866-0200 Fax: 831-373-4402 Email: info@sierrainstruments. com Web: www.sierrainstruments. com

Schunk Inc. 211 Kitty Hawk Drive Morrisville, NC 27560 Phone: 919-572-2705 Fax: 919-572-2818 Email: info@us.schunk.com Web: www.us.schunk.com

SIKA USA 1500 Sylvania Avenue, Suite 111 Sturtevant, WI 53177 Phone: 262-886-2695 Fax: 262-898-0101 Email: info@sika-usa.com Web: www.sika-usa.com

Scorpion Technologies Ltd. #10-953 Laval Crescent Kamloops, BC Canada, V2C 5P4 Phone: 250-377-4399 Fax: 250-377-4036 Email: bill@controlgrips.com Web: www.controlgrips.com

Silicon Designs, Inc. 13905 NE 128th Street Kirkland, WA 98034 Phone: 425-391-8329 Email: sales@silicondesigns. com Web: silicondesigns.com

Seal Master Corporation 368 Martinel Drive Kent, OH 44240 Phone: 330-673-8410 Fax: 330-673-8242 Email: info@sealmaster.com Web: www.sealmaster.com Servi Fluid Power, Inc. 22240 Merchants Way, Suite 100 Katy, TX 77449 Phone: 281-347-8080 Email: info@servi-inc.com Web: www.servi-inc.com Servo Innovations LLC 2560 S Patterson Road Wayland, MI 49348 Phone: 269-792-9279 Fax: 269-792-3536 Email: sales@servoinnovations. com Web: www.servoinnovations. com Seventy-Three Mfg. Co. Inc. 136 Stauffer Rd., PO Box 269 BechPhonesville, PA 19505 Fax: 610-845-8178 Email: sales@seventythreemfg. com SFC KOENIG LLC 73 Defco Park Road North Haven CT 06473 Phone: 203-245-1100 Fax: 203-245-3072 Email: tom.ryan@sfckoenig.com Web: www.sfckoenig.com Shelco Filters 100 Bradley St. Middletown, CT 06457 Phone: 860-854-6121 Fax: 860-854-6120 Email: info@shelco.com Web: shelco.com

Simerics, Inc. 1750 112th Ave., NE, Ste C250 Bellevue, WA 98004 Phone: 425-502-9978 Email: contact@simerics.com Web: www.simerics.com Sitron 1800 Prime Place Hauppauge, NY 11788 Phone: 516-935-8001 Fax: 800-516-1656 Email: Info@Sitron.com Web: www.sitron.com SIWI, Inc. P.O. Box 1415 Glendora, CA 91741-1415 Phone: 626-963-7643 Fax: 626-963-3612 SKF USA Inc. 890 Forty Foot Rd. Lansdale, PA 19446 Phone: 267-436-6000 Fax: 267-436-6019 Email: skfusainfo@skf.com Web: www.skfusa.com Smalley Steel Ring Co. 555 Oakwood Rd. Lake Zurich, IL 60047 Phone: 847-719-5900 Fax: 847-719-5999 Email: info@smalley.com Web: www.smalley.com Smith Systems, Inc. 6 Mill Creek Center Brevard, NC 28712 Phone: 828-884-3490 Email: info@smith-systems-inc. com Web: www.smith-systems-inc. com Source Fluid Power 331 Lake Hazeltine Dr. Chaska, MN 55318 Phone: 952-368-3866 Fax: 952-448-3392 Web: www.sourcefp.com

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Spectroline Industrial 956 Brush Hollow Road Westbury, NY 11590 Phone: 516-333-4840 Fax: 516-333-4859 Email: info@spectroline.com Web: www.spectroline.com Spencer Fluid Power 19308 68th Ave. South #103 Kent, WA 98032 Phone: 1-800-367-5646 Fax: 253-796-1100 Email: Jknowles@ spencerfluidpower.com Web: www.spencerfluidpower. com Spirax Sarco 1150 Northpoint Blvd. Blythewood, SC 29016 Phone: 803-714-2000 Fax: 803-714-2222 Email: ssisales@spirax.com Web: www.SpiraxSarco.com/us SSS Clutch Company, Inc. 610 West Basin Road New Castle, DE 19720 Phone: 302-322-8080 Fax: 302-322-8548 Email: engineering@sssclutch. com Web: sssclutch.com Stanley M. Proctor Company P.O. Box 446 2016 Midway Drive Twinsburg, OH 44087-0446 Phone: 800-352-0123 Fax: 330-425-3222 Email: proctor@stanleyproctor. com Web: www.stanleyproctor.com Stiebel Drive Technology, Inc. 319 Garlington Rd, Suite B-11 Greenville, SC 29615 Phone: 864-286-7152 Email: info@ stiebeldrivetechnology.com Web: www. stiebeldrivetechnology.com Suco Technologies, Inc. 6560 W. Rogers Circle Suite 22 Boca Raton, FL 33487 Phone: 561-989-8499 Email: info@suco-tech.com Web: www.suco-tech.com Sun Hydraulics Corporation 1500 University Pkwy. West Sarasota, FL 34243 Phone: 941-362-1225 Email: suninfo@sunhydraulics. com Web: www.sunhydraulics.com Sunfab Hydraulics Inc. 6426 Hendry Road, Suite A Charlotte, NC 28269 Phone: 704-509-6435 Email: sunfab-us@sunfab.com Web: www.sunfab.com/us Super Swivels 7917 Beech St NE Fridley, MN 55432 Phone: 736-784-5531 Fax: 763-784-7423 Email: sales@superswivels.com Web: www.superswivels.com

SVF Flow Controls, Inc. 13560 Larwin Circle Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670 Phone: 562-802-2255 Fax: 562-802-3114 Email: sales@SVF.net Web: www.SVF.net

The Knotts Company 350 Snyder Avenue Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922 Phone: 908-464-4800 Fax: 908-464-7747 Email: solutions@knottsco.com Web: www.knottsco.com

Swift-Cor Precision, Inc. 344 W. 157th Street Gardena, CA 90248 Phone: 310-354-1200 Fax: 310-323-2029 Email: jlaib@swiftcor.com Web: www.swiftcor.com

The Manifold Center 12 Commercial Blvd. Medford, NY 11763 Phone: 631-736-2275 Email: sales@manifoldcenter.com Web: www.manifoldcenter.com

Switches Unlimited 34-11 56th Street Woodside, NY 11377 Phone: 800-221-0487 Fax: 718-672-6370 Email: sales@switchesunlimited. com Web: www.switchesunlimited. com Switching Solutions Inc. 380 Four Valley Drive Concord, Ontario Canada, L4K 5Z1 Phone: 905-303-8700 Fax: 905-303-7130 Email: sales@switchingssi.com Web: www.switchingssi.com Sym Com, Inc. 2880 N. Plaza Dr. Rapid City, SD 57702 Phone: 605-348-5580 Fax: 605-348-5685 Email: sales@symcom.com Web: www.symcom.com

T T R Engineering Inc. 1350 Green Hills Road #10 Scotts Valley, CA 95066 Phone: 831-430-9920 Fax: 831-430-9989 Email: sales@TREngineering. com Web: www.TREngineering.com Tapeswitch Corporation 100 Schmitt Blvd. Farmingdale, NY 11735 Phone: 631-630-0442 Fax: 631-630-0454 Email: sales@tapeswitch.com Web: www.tapeswitch.com TELE RADIO 14895 NE 20th Ave North Miami Miami, FL 33181 Phone: +1 305-459-0763 Toll free: 1-866-629-0780 Fax: 866-254-5850 Email: usa@teleradio.com Web: https://www.tele-radio. com/us/ Texas Hydraulics, Inc. 3410 Range Road Temple, TX 76504 Phone: 254-778-4701 Fax: 254-774-9940 Email: rfg@texashyd.com Web: www.texashydraulics.com The Briggs Company 3 Bellecor Drive New Castle, DE 19720 Phone: 302-328-9471 Toll free: 800-441-7312 Fax: 302-322-7707 Email: rjnewman@briggsco.net Web: www.briggsco.net

The Oilgear Company 2300 S. 51st Street Milwaukee, WI 53219 Phone: 414-327-1700 Fax: 414-327-0532 Web: www.oilgear.com

The Paquin Company 9286 Mercantile Dr. Mentor, OH 44060 Phone: 216-261-5700 Fax: 216-261-5705 Email: paquin@paquin.com Web: www.paquin.com Thermal Transfer Products 5215 21st St. Racine, WI 53406 Phone: 262-554-8330 Fax: 262-554-8773 Email: thermal_transfer_sales@ thermasys.com Web: www.thermasys.com Thomas Products LTD 987 West St. Southington, CT 06489 Phone: 860-621-9101 Fax: 860-621-1470 Email: sales@thomasprod.com Web: www.thomasprod.com Titan Inc. 9900 Durand Ave. Sturtevant, WI 53177 Phone: 262-884-2890 Fax: 262-884-8070 Email: tevans@titansystems.com Web: www.titansystems.com T-Lon Products Inc. 1110 Richards Rd. Hartland, WI 53029 Phone: 262-367-2333 Fax: 262-367-8159 Email: dolson@t-lon.com Web: www.t-lon.com Tobul Accumulator, Inc. 61 Innovation Drive Bamberg, SC 29003 Phone: 803-245-2400 Fax: 803-245-2636 Email: sales@tobul.com Web: www.tobul.com Trelleborg Sealing Solutions 2531 Bremer Road Fort Wayne, IN 46803 Phone: 260-749-9631 Fax: 260-749-4844 Email: tssusa@trelleborg.com Web: www.trelleborg.com/seals Triangle Industrial Corp. 2560 N. Coyote Drive Tucson, AZ 85745 Phone: 520-792-4973 Fax: 520-792-9217 Email: sales@triangleindustrial.com Web: www.triangleindustrial.com

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SDSI, LLC 1201 W. Arbrook Blvd. Box 121-938 Arlington, TX 76015 Phone: 817-449-7642 Email: brian@2plconline.com Web: www.2plconline.com

Spartan Scientific 8510 Foxwood Court Youngstown, Ohio 44514 Phone: 330-758-8299 Fax: 330-758-8912 Email: customerservice@ spartanscientific.com Web: www.spartanscientific.com

Triple R America 225 Macpherson Ave. Toronto, ON CANADA, M4V 1A1 Phone: 416-413-9202 Email: info@triple-rrr.com Web: www.triple-rrr.com Tuthill Hansen Couplings 1000 W. Bagley Road Berea, OH 44017 Phone: 440-260-8635 Fax: 440-826-1105 Email: mwashington@tuthill. com Web: www.tuthill.com

U UFI-Hydraulic Filter Division 9337 Ravenna Road #G Twinsburg, OH 44087 Phone: 330-405-1800 Fax: 330-405-1801 Email: sales@uhiltd.com Web: www.uhiltd.com

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UHI, LTD 9337 Ravenna Road #G Twinsburg, OH 44087 Phone: 330-405-1800 Fax: 330-405-1801 Email: sales@uhiltd.com Web: www.uhiltd.com Ultra Clean Technologies Corp. 1274 Highway 77 Bridgeton, NJ 08302 Phone: 800-791-9111 Fax: 856-453-4975 Email: sales@ultracleantech. com Web: www.ultracleantech.com Ultraflo Corporation, A Subsidiary of BRAY Int’l Inc. #8 Trautman Industrial Drive Ste. Genevieve, MO 63670 Phone: 800-950-1762 Fax: 573-883-8882 Email: ultraflo@ultraflovalve. com Web: www.ultraflovalve.com Unique Automation LLC 612 East Main Street Palmyra, NY 14522 Phone: 315-597-4900 Fax: 315-597-4953 Email: C.Schaufelberger@ uniqueautomation.com Web: www.uniqueautomation. com United Electric Controls 180 Dexter Ave. Watertown, MA 02472 Phone: 617-926-1000 Fax: 617-926-2568 Email: marketing@ueonline.com Web: www.UEonline.com Universal Grinding Corp. 1234 West 78th Street Cleveland, OH 44102-1914 Phone: 216-631-9410 Fax: 216-631-5264 Email: monica@ universalgrinding.com Web: www.universalgrinding. com

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Universal Hydraulics International, LTD 9337 Ravenna Rd., Unit G Twinsburg, OH 44087 Phone: 330-405-1800 Fax: 330-405-1801 Email: sales@uhiltd.com Web: www.uhiltd.com Universal Hydraulik USA, Corp. Fort Meigs Business Center 25651 Ft. Meigs Rd., Suite A Perrysburg, OH 43551 Phone: 419-873-6340 Fax: 419-873-6341 Email: info@universalhydraulik. com Web: www.universalhydraulikusa.com

V Vaccon Company Inc. 9 Industrial Park Rd. Medway, MA 02053 Phone: 508-359-7200 Fax: 508-359-0177 Email: info@vaccon.com Web: www.vaccon.com

Vindum Engineering, Inc. 1 Woodview Ct. San Ramon, CA 94582 Phone: 925-275-0633 Fax: 925-275-9697 Email: info@vindum.com Web: www.vindum.com Voith Turbo Inc. 25 Winship Road York, PA 17406 Phone: 717-767-3200 Fax: 717-767-3210 Email: info@voithusa.com Web: www.usa.voithturbo.com Voss Fluid GmbH 7625 D Salle Blvd. Fort Wayne, IN 46825 Phone: 330-668-1504 Fax: 330-668-1509 Email: Michael.purdy@us.voss. net Web: www.voss.de

W Walvoil Fluid Power Corp. 411 North Garnett Rd. Tulsa, OK 74115 Phone: 918-858-7100 Fax: 918-858-7150 Email: info@walvoilusa.com Web: www.walvoil.com

Vac-Cubes 536 E. Tarpon Avenue, Suite #5 Tarpon Springs, FL 34689 Phone: 727-944-3337 Fax: 727-945-0079 Email: info@vac-cube.com Web: www.vac-cube.com

Wandfluh of America, Inc. 909 High Street Mundelein, IL 60060 Phone: 847-566-5700 Fax: 847-566-5733 Email: sales@wandfluh-us.com Web: www.wandfluh-us.com

Ventura Hydraulic & Machine Works Inc. 1555 Callens Rd. Ventura, CA 93003 Phone: 805-656-1760 Fax: 805-644-3800 Email: katherine@ venturahydraulics.com Web: www.venturahydraulics. com

Warren Electric Corp. 36 Franklin St., P.O. Box 86 Warren, RI 02885 Phone: 401-245-3700 Fax: 401-245-9331 Email: wec@warrene.com Web: www.warrene.com

VEST, Inc. 3250 W. Big Beaver Rd., Suite 440 Troy, MI 48084 Phone: 248-649-9550 Fax: 248-649-9560 Email: sales@VESTusa.com Web: www.VESTusa.com Veyance Technologies, Inc.Goodyear Engineered Products 703 S. Cleveland–Massillon Road Fairlawn, OH 44333 Phone: 880-235-4632 Fax: 330-664-7145 Email: hydraulics@Veyance.com Web: www.Goodyearep.com VIAIR Corporation 15 Edelman Irvine, CA 92618 Phone: 949-585-0011 Fax: 949-585-0188 Email: sales@viaircorp.com Web: www.viaircorp.com Viatran 199 Fire Tower Drive Tonawanda, NY 14150 Phone: 800-688-0030 Fax: 716-693-9162 Email: solutions@viatran.com Website: www.viatran.com

Waterclock Engineering 342 N. Water St., #600 Milwaukee, WI 53202 Phone: 888-902-2297 Email: info@waterclockeng.com Web: www.waterclockeng.com

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