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IN THIS ISSUE S E P T E M B E R / O C T O B E R 2 0 18 VOLUME 25 • ISSUE 8

Features 12 CONTROLLING CONTAMINATION

in Hydraulic Equipment

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16 If a Picture is Worth a Thousand Words, HOW MANY WORDS IS AN

“ANIMATED” PICTURE WORTH?

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18 PROTECTING THE HEART of the

Hydraulic System

Departments

22 Demystifying Chemical Compatibility of SEALS AND FLUIDS 30 FILLER BREATHERS Improve Long-

Term Hydraulic System Performance 36 IMTS 2018 42 Compressed Air Systems: THE

MATHEMATICS OF EFFICIENCY 48

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RESEARCH TO WATCH

20 PRODUCT PAVILION 25 IFPS UPDATES 32 LITERATURE REVIEW

REVISIONS TO ISO 11171: A Calibration of Automatic Particle Counters for Hydraulic Fluid Power Liquids

58 TAILORING COMPREHENSIVE

FILTRATION PROGRAMS to Meet

Your Needs

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44 NFPA UPDATES 50 PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT 57 FIGURE IT OUT 60 CCEFP UPDATES

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61 INDUSTRY NEWS 62 CLASSIFIEDS

PUBLISHER’S NOTE: The information provided in this publication is for informational purposes only. While all efforts have been taken to ensure the technical accuracy of the material enclosed, Fluid Power Journal is not responsible for the availability, accuracy, currency, or reliability of any information, statement, opinion, or advice contained in a third party’s material. Fluid Power Journal will not be liable for any loss or damage caused by reliance on information obtained in this publication.

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The Value of Fluid Power Certification That Speaks to the Customer

BY ROBERT SHEAF, CFPAI/AJPP, CFPE, CFPS, CFPECS, CFPMT, CFPMIP, CFPMMH, CFPMIH, CFPMM, CFC INDUSTRIAL TRAINING

INNOVATIVE DESIGNS & PUBLISHING, INC. 3245 Freemansburg Avenue, Palmer, PA 18045-7118 Tel: 800-730-5904 or 610-923-0380 Fax: 610-923-0390 • Email: AskUs@ifps.org www.FluidPowerJournal.com Founders: Paul and Lisa Prass Associate Publisher: Bob McKinney Editor: Candace Nicholson Technical Editor: Dan Helgerson, CFPAI/AJPP, CFPS, CFPECS, CFPSD, CFPMT, CFPCC - CFPSOS LLC Art Director: Quynh Vo Eastern Region Account Executive: Norma Abrunzo Director of Creative Services: Erica Montes Accounting: Donna Bachman, Sarah Varano Circulation Manager: Andrea Karges

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When I started CFC Industrial Training in 1990, we were known as Certified Fluid Consultants and commonly referred to as “CFC.” In 1999, my brother and I combined our two businesses and were known as CFC-Solar, again often referred to as CFC. Several years later, with the advent of the internet and search engines, we officially changed to CFC Industrial Training since we no longer did any training or consulting in the solar arena. I also searched the internet for the phrase “hydraulic training” and 40 pages later, we still did not show up. (However, we did show up on the first page if you searched for “solar.”)

The reason I bring this up is because we knew a company that wanted to train us on how to use the internet to our advantage, but we just kept doing what we were used to. It was an eye opener to the hits and request for quotes we received when we finally agreed to the training in this area, changing our name, and understanding the search engine world and the value of keywords.

I have been writing troubleshooting articles, as many as 20 a year, for 12 to 15 years.

Most are the results of troubleshooting hydraulic systems for customers. Today, when it comes to hydraulic systems, it doesn’t surprise me to see the lack of knowledge many maintenance personnel have. Our hydraulic manufacturers and high-end distributors design high-end electro/hydraulic systems for their customers with no consideration of the customers’ maintenance personnel’s ability to understand, maintain and troubleshoot them.

I feel the solution for our industry is to be more aggressive promoting machine specific training programs for the end user’s personnel. This can start by requiring machine specific training after the equipment is installed. It’s our feeling that suppliers and/or the end user should always include extensive machine specific training on any equipment they purchase.

Recently, I was teaching at a school for a hydraulic distributors customer and during the class, I was asked to look at a very large front-end loader problem. The dealership for the machine replaced a 5-gear pump stack, a bank of directional valves, and still could not solve the problem of not having any pressure to lift the bucket. They invoiced the user approximately $25,000 and the machine was still out of service. The class and I studied the circuit drawing, checked a remote pressure control in the cab, and found a $6.00 spring was broken!

I also owned a hydraulic repair shop in the ‘80s and up to 60% of the pumps we received were in good condition. They were removed due to a lack of pressure caused by a different problem. It was determined that the BP Horizon’s oil field disaster’s number one fault was lack of proper training.

I think that over 50% of the hydraulic problems we resolve are a result of the maintenance's personnel lack of adequate training, rather than a lack of effort or ability on their part. Good training pays for itself in uptime and reduced replacement parts.

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This column will bring you the progress of the pre-competitive research being conducted at member universities that are part of the CCEFP network. This research will help give insight into the future direction of fluid power.

The Center for Compact and Efficient Fluid Power (CCEFP) holds a monthly forum, highlighting research, workforce, and special topic presentations.

CCEFP is a network of fluid-power-research laboratories, academic faculty, graduate and undergraduate students at nine universities. It is also a National Science Foundation Research Center. For more information on CCEFP, visit www.ccefp.org.

Since 2014, the National Fluid Power Association (NFPA) Foundation has supported and is helping to expand the pre-competitive fluid-power-research activities of the CCEFP, dramatically increasing the number of institutions and students impacted by its research program. For more on NFPA, visit www. nfpa.com/aboutnfpa/ missionfocus.aspx.

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Investigation of Noise Transmission through Pump Casing

PRESENTED BY: PAUL KALBFLEISCH, RESEARCHER, DAN DING, RESEARCHER, AND MONIKA IVANTYSYNOVA INSTITUTION: PURDUE UNIVERSITY

PURPOSE The goal of the investigation is to account for the large simulation errors and the lack of sufficient experimental validation in an attempt to incrementally validate noise modeling techniques and understand the noise generation by swash plate type axial piston machines. In the process of investigating, the researchers aimed to develop a more robust in situ methodology of experimentally diagnosing and modeling the oscillatory energy with a positive displacement machine.

PROGRESS Resolving vibroacoustic problems involves impact testing that shows there to be high damping in regards to frequencies with high modal density. The higher the damping, the higher the forces of impact. Consequently, the higher the modal, the more accelerometers leading to dependent operational damping and full fluid film isolations.

Therefore, the researchers examined the main frequencies of interest and what modeling method should be used. After reviewing which noise modeling technique was most important (analytical, numerical, energy-based or geometrical), the team, with omni-directional sensors such

as microphones and pressure sensors, determined how to bridge the gap between noise generation and perception within structural acoustics. From generation to transmission to propagation to radiation, then finally perception, automated spatial sampling revealed that the in situ methodology was the most beneficial technique to measure the source of pump noise.

NEXT STEPS With the final result supporting in situ experimental methodology, the analysis provided the team with a lot of information regarding the acoustic environment. While measuring more sound than any other experimentations in the past, the researchers discovered that the higher frequency sound is more broadband than other pump noise. This revelation was confirmed even in the presence of pump harmonics, 1-8 shaft order oscillations, and broadband transient spikes.

The research team saw a clear indication that in order to measure pump noise to access how to reduce the noise, in situ methodology is the preferred method measurement process. For future iterations, the in situ methodology will fill the void in experimentally diagnosing and modeling the noise emitted by positive displacement machines that utilize pump casings.

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Controlling

CONTAMINATION IN HYDRAULIC EQUIPMENT

By Tony Noblit, Market Development Manager, Houghton International Inc.

In today’s world, more demands are being placed on hydraulic equipment and fluid with the trends of higher operating pressure, more compact systems, and the goal of extended hydraulic replacement intervals for components and hydraulic fluids. As a result, contamination control is of the utmost importance. System contamination can come in the forms of solid, liquid, and gas contaminants.

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This can come from the manufacturer of the assembly of hydraulic equipment. Built-in contamination can be from metal chips from the machining of the components, welding residue, or rubber from cutting and hose assembly.

External solid contamination in the form of dust and/or dirt can come from the environment. Contamination can also be introduced externally during maintenance or by adding hydraulic fluid.

Many companies often ask: “How clean should the fluid in the hydraulic unit be?" The answer depends upon the hydraulic system itself. The recommendation is to set a target cleanliness for the hydraulic unit. Determine the hydraulic component used on the system that requires the cleanest fluid and set that as the system cleanliness target. For example, the hydraulic unit incorporates a proportional directional valve and the manufacturer of the valve recommends ISO 4406 cleanliness of 17/15/12, and it was established that the proportional directional valve requires the cleanest fluid. Therefore, set the entire system target cleanliness based on the values for the proportional directional valve.

Solid contamination can be reduced by filtration. Once the target cleanliness for the system is established, work with your filter supplier to determine the filter that will attain the desired cleanliness and the proper placement of this filter.

The key now is to monitor the target cleanliness.

A reputable fluid supplier will provide hydraulic fluid analysis, including particle count. The key in particle count analysis is sampling. Be sure the fluid is representative of the fluid in the system. The best place to take a sample for analysis is from the return line ahead of the return line filter. Rinse the sample container two or three times with the fluid to be tested, and obtain a sample from the system while the system is circulating.

The second most common type of contamination is liquid, specifically water. This can be introduced by a heat exchanger leak, contamination from water-containing fluids such as water-dilutable metal removal fluids, or simply humid air. Water in a hydraulic system can cause reduced lubrication, corrosion of hydraulic components, and increased oxidation of the oil.

Water contamination in fire-resistant hydraulic fluids is extremely detrimental. Water glycol-type fire-resistant hydraulic fluids (HFC) will reduce the viscosity of the fluid when contaminated with water. Hard water contamination will react with the lubrication additive package formulated in the water glycol fluid and form a white solid material. In estertype fluids (HFDU/HFDR) water contamination can cause hydrolysis. Hydrolysis is the chemical breakdown of a compound due to the reaction with water. This can cause the acid level of an ester to rise, which allows sludge and varnish to form and can corrode the hydraulic components.

A reputable fluid supplier will provide an analysis to determine water contamination and other fluid conditions.

Contamination in the form of gas (air) can enter the system from a seal leak on the suction side of the pump.

Improperly designed reservoirs, such as a lack of a baffle or the return line ported above the fluid level can also introduce air into the system. Gaseous (air) contamination can cause foaming of the fluid and pump damage due to cavitation/aeration.

To prevent gaseous contamination, be sure pump seals are well maintained and in satisfactory condition in order to prevent the ingress of air. Be sure the reservoirs are properly configured with a baffle and the return line is ported below the fluid level.

The reservoir should be properly sized to allow the fluid to rest, release air, and settle particles.

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Limiting contamination, setting a target cleanliness for the hydraulic system, determining proper filtration and filter placement, and system fluid monitoring can lead to cost saving in many areas including: Longer service life of hydraulic components and fluid Reduced maintenance costs Reduced system downtime Increased production Partnering with a reputable fluid supplier can go a long way toward controlling contamination in hydraulic equipment.

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controlling contamination and keeping your fluids clean, you can extend the life of all the components in your hydraulic system, working together to complete the task. Installing filtration devices in strategic areas will allow the entire system to operate at peak efficiency. For the purpose of this article, I will focus on an area where there are two schools of thought about placing filtration before the pump.

The most important component in any system is the pump. It is the “heart” of the system. You can view it the same way you look at the human heart. What happens if our hearts stop? All body functions cease to operate. The same applies to the pump. What happens if the pump stops working? All system components cease to operate. Proper filtration is the first step in protecting the entire system’s operation.

Here is where philosophies differ: suction filtration. Yes, you should have some suction filtration in place, and no, you shouldn’t. Glad we cleared that up!

My preferred school of thought is “Yes!” Pumps are rugged and can take a lot of stress.

The issue with protecting the pump is to keep out the bigger particles of contamination so as not to place excessive restriction on it. If you get too restrictive, then your pump will cavitate and you will have serious problems.

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STRAINING THE LINE Let’s look at two terms: 1) filtering and 2) straining. Do these two terms have the same meaning?

Well, somewhat. When protecting the pump, I always refer to straining which, industry-wide, refers to approximately 200 mesh (74 micron) and coarser. This is the level at which pumps

should be protected.

Remember, the first component the fluid is going to pass through is the pump. Knowing the number 1 enemy of any system is contamination, your highest priority should be removing particles that are large enough to damage a pump. There are manufacturers who say there should be no filtration in the suction line, and there are manufacturers who say the opposite. Regardless, all pump manufacturers are concerned if designers, operators, mainte- nance personnel, and users place too tight of a filtration device in the suction line because it could wreak havoc with their pump. The bottom

line is if the pump goes down, the system goes down. By placing a suction strainer in the suction line, and keeping the level of filtration open enough so as not to cause cavitation, it becomes a win-win situation.

Listed below are some good rules of thumb to follow in determining at what level of filtration should different types of pumps be protected.

Figuring standard hydraulic fluid (150 SUS viscosity) at standard operating temperature (100°F), the suction line flow rate should never exceed 4 ft/sec.

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are many different systems with many different applications performing a variety of functions.

Always consult a certified filtration specialist if you have any questions or concerns regarding your specific application and equipment.

TO BYPASS OR NOT TO BYPASS The next issue to consider is should the strainers have a bypass? That is, are there ever times that unfiltered fluid should be allowed to pass through the pump? The answer to that question is “Yes!” Especially if your system requires a cold-weather start-up.

Before starting your system in the cold, ensure that you have a bypass in place to allow unfiltered fluid to pass through the pump.

Start-up is a temporary event, and as long as you set the bypass in cold weather, there should be no harm to the pump. Trying to start it in the cold weather without a bypass may cause the pump to cavitate, creating larger problems.

Another option for cold weather start-up is to oversize the strainer, which offers more surface area for filtration. This will reduce the pressure drop caused by restricted flow. You may even consider using a coarser filter (larger openings) than what is generally used. Take a look at each application’s total operation. Most suction strainers are available either with or without the bypass option. Some modifications may also be made when using more viscous fluids.

What if you are still not sure what level of filtration to place in your suction line? You can contact a filtration specialist, as mentioned earlier, and keep these rules of thumb handy for reference.

Remember to always consider collectively what type of pump is being used, the viscosity of the fluid, the flow rate, the system pressure, and the line size in your selection. The suction line is never a place for filtering (a term generally used for anything finer than 74 micron). Instead, it is normally a place for straining (coarser than 74 micron). Make sure your strainer is sized properly for the application.

Suction strainers are not meant to be a system’s only defense against contamination. I have yet to hear a valid reason for not using suction strainers, provided they are installed properly. Filtration also needs to be installed in the pressure line and the return line. And don’t forget the filler-breather port or tank breather, because airborne particles carry destructive contaminants, too. It is also a wise decision to use a portable filtration device, like a filter cart, to clean and polish the fluid in

the system at scheduled intervals. If your pump manufacturer requires a certain level of filtration to protect the pump in order to maintain its warranty, by all means, follow their instructions.

THE BEST DEFENSE A familiar concept known to many is reactive maintenance. This is when you fix a problem only after noticing something has gone terribly wrong, but it is always best to remain one step ahead in servicing and maintaining your system at all times. My philosophy is if you don’t have time to do it right the first time, how are you ever going to find the time to fix it when it breaks?

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DEMYSTIFYING

CHEMICAL COMPATIBILITY OF SEALS AND FLUIDS

By Lucy Heyduk, Material Development Specialist, and Tim McCulfor, Material Development Manager, Trelleborg Sealing Solutions

The chemical compatibility of a seal with fluids in a system is critical to obtaining a reliable, long-lasting seal. Unfortunately, the selection process can be extremely challenging, especially if based solely on chemical compatibility charts.

Reactions between the polymers used in seals and the chemicals in fluids vary greatly. For example, certain chemicals “attack” polymers, breaking chemical bonds and degrading the polymers’ properties. In some cases, chemicals extract ingredients from the polymer, leaving it weak and/or lacking important functional properties. Other chemicals can permeate a polymer and cause swelling. This can be both an advantage and a disadvantage, further complicating seal specification.

In all cases, it’s important to understand the effect chemicals have on seals and to choose a material that’s compatible with the chemical to be sealed.

HERE ARE SOME CONSIDERATIONS FOR CHOOSING THE RIGHT MATERIAL FOR A GIVEN CHEMICAL SEALING APPLICATION: ELASTOMERS The broadest classification of polymers is between elastomers and plastics. We’ll first look at elastomers, which can be thermoplastic or thermoset.

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Thermoplastics are able to be re-melted after polymerization, so they are molded with a melt-processing operation such as injection molding of extrusion. Thermosets react or crosslink during molding, so they are usually compression molded or extruded.

Elastomers are characterized by their elastic properties. With some exceptions, they are generally very resilient and excellent for seals that will come into contact with fluids.

However, some elastomers are particularly prone to swelling (the fluid is absorbed by the material by diffusion), and others are prone to shrinkage (plasticizers and additives dissolve in the media and are extracted from the material).

All these variables make the selection process quite complex, so you should work with an expert polymer or seal supplier to identify the optimum material for a given application.

In general, the interaction between elastomer and chemicals follows the rule that like dissolves like. For example, most polar polymers dissolve in polar solvents and rarely dissolve in non-polar solvents (and vice versa). Thus, EPDM-based seals are not recommended for sealing in a system designed to hold a petroleum-based product (both are non-polar) where high swell is expected.

Conversely, an EPDM seal is well suited for sealing a system involving water, which is polar.

Commonly applied in fluid power systems, as well as oil and gas applications, automotive manufacturing, and medical devices, EPDM seals are ideal for challenging applications. In fact, EPDM compounds are very useful for the oil and gas and related markets, as they provide outstanding resistance to high-temperature steam.

The degree of swelling can be predicted using solubility parameters. If the sealed fluid has a solubility parameter close to that of the elastomer, the attraction will be high, resulting in swelling. The degree of swell decreases when the differential between the solubility of the elastomer and the surrounding media increases.

The seal swells due to a diffusion gradient that is produced between the inside of the elastomer and the fluid outside. These define the elastomer’s rate and absolute swell. The absolute swell is defined as the amount of swell that occurs against time for a particular situation.

No matter how thick the elastomer, it should never swell more than this particular amount within a specified timeframe.

During specific tests, swell can be calculated, and in certain applications, a degree of swelling can be an advantage to the sealing function. This is a specialist area of seal specification, and such applications should be reviewed with an elastomer or seal supplier with a full understanding of this process and the compounds involved.

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SOME ELASTOMER TYPES COMMONLY USED IN SEALS AND THEIR CHEMICAL COMPATIBILITY BEHAVIOR: EPM/EPDM. A non-polar synthetic polymer, Ethylene-Propylene Rubber (EPM) is a copolymer of ethylene and propylene; Ethylene Propylene Diene Rubber (EPDM) denotes a terpolymer of ethylene, propylene, and non-conjugated diene.

RECOMMENDED FOR:  Hot water and steam Brake fluids Alkalis and acids Ketones and alcohols Sunlight and ozone

NOT RECOMMENDED FOR: Petroleum oils Mineral oils Fuels

The chemical interaction between elastomer compound and media is called chemical attack. There are large numbers of chemical species that can degrade elastomers. The severity depends on the agent and the chemistry of the elastomer being attacked.

The degradation may occur by the fluid attacking the polymer backbone itself (e.g., braking or forming additional cross-link or unsaturation) or by interaction with compounding ingredients (e.g., oxidation of fillers). The chemical attack will manifest itself by loss of mechanical properties, hardening, and surface degradation.

PLASTICS Plastics can also be thermoplastic or thermoset. Generally speaking, they are more rigid than elastomers, but their behavior can range from very ductile to brittle, and their chemical resistance varies greatly.

The following are some plastics used in seals with descriptions of their chemical compatibility behavior. They all have good compatibility with water and oils.

PTFE. Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) has resistance to virtually all media. There are only a few chemicals in extreme conditions that can attack PTFE, including molten alkali

NBR. Nitrile Rubber (NBR) is considered the workhorse of the rubber industry. The acrylonitrile content (ranging from 18% to 50%) determines the elastomer’s fluid resistance.

RECOMMENDED FOR:  Aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons Oils Gasoline Greases Hydraulic fluids

NOT RECOMMENDED FOR: Chlorinated hydrocarbons Ketones and esters

HNBR. Obtained by either partial or complete hydrogenation of acrylonitrile-butadiene rubber, the generic name for this substance is Hydrogenated Nitrile Rubber (HNBR). The main difference between HNBR and NBR is the highly saturated backbone that results in an improvement in resistance to heat and chemical attack.

RECOMMENDED FOR:  Hot water and steam Oils and fuels

NOT RECOMMENDED FOR: Polar solvents Strong acids Chlorinated hydrocarbons

FKM. The chemical resistance of Fluoroelastomer (FKM) is determined by the fluorine content (ranging from 65% to 70% percent) and the type of monomers used. There are five distinct classes of FKM materials based on the types of monomers used in the polymerization process.

RECOMMENDED FOR:  Aliphatic and aromatic

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NOT RECOMMENDED FOR: Ketones Strong bases Amines

FVMQ. Fluorosilicone Rubber (FVMQ) is a modified silicone rubber that has many attributes of silicone rubber, but with improved chemical resistance.

RECOMMENDED FOR:  Dilute acids and alkalis Petroleum oils Hydrocarbon fuels

NOT RECOMMENDED FOR: Alcohols Ketones Amines

FFKM. Perfluoroelastomers, sometimes called an elastomeric version of PTFE, are the highest performance group of elastomers. They have a fully fluorinated backbone and the broadest possible chemical resistance. Seals made from FFKM are used in extreme chemical environments like chemical processing and transportation, oil and gas, and semiconductor markets. Some grades are not resistant to steam, and some have reduced amine and base resistance.

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metals, gaseous fluorine at high temperatures and pressures, and a few organic halogenated compounds. In addition, PTFE has a wide usable temperature range and low friction, making it a premiere seal material.

As PTFE has no elastic capabilities, these types of seals are usually used in conjunction with an elastomer energizer or spring. Ensuring this combination of seal and energizer are fully compatible to system chemicals can be difficult and requires suppliers to have a full understanding of material properties.

PEEK. Polyetheretherketone (PEEK) has excellent high-temperature properties and good chemical resistance. PEEK excels in high temperature steam, making it an excellent choice for oil and gas applications.

UHMWPE. Ultra-high molecular-weight polyethylene (UHWPE) is extremely tough and has good friction and wear properties. It performs well in water-based fluids and most oils, but can be affected by some aggressive chemicals.

FACTORS THAT CAN AFFECT COMPATIBILITY The temperature of the sealing application is an important consideration when choosing a sealing material. Both high and low temperature fluctuations change properties, so the polymer must remain flexible enough to seal at low temperatures while maintaining structural integrity at the highest exposure temperature.

Keep in mind that the temperature can also affect chemical resistance. Chemical activity increases with temperature, so a seal material that is compatible with a chemical at room temperature may be attacked at higher temperature.

In a dynamic seal, frictional heat generation can cause the actual temperature at the seal interface to be higher than the bulk fluid temperature, so this can be an important consideration.

Some seal applications have continuous contact with chemicals and others have only intermittent contact. Chemical attack is a time-dependent process—some materials can resist chemicals when exposed for a short time, but are not recommended for long-term exposure.

CHEMICAL COMPATIBILITY CHARTS Chemical compatibility charts are useful to determine the generic susceptibility of general classes of polymers with certain chemicals.

They are usually compiled from property-change data of test specimens immersed in the specific chemical.

The testing may be done at different temperatures, but most charts just list results from room-temperature exposure. Thus, this information can help manufacturers rule out materials that are clearly incompatible, but determining the compatibility of a specific material-chemical pair for an application requires more research.

In addition, compounds within a type can be engineered to resist chemicals specific to

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Working closely with an experienced seal supplier is perhaps the best way to ensure specification of a fully compatible polymer. The supplier will be familiar with their particular materials, have tested them for resistance, and have experience applying these materials in specific applications. Look for a seal supplier that fully understands the complexities of combining polymers with fluids. Ideally, the supplier will have experience using a specific polymer in the application you are working on so they can discern exactly how it will behave in that system.

LUCY HEYDUK is a Material Development Specialist for Trelleborg Sealing Solutions. She was born in Poland, where she graduated from University of Wrocław with a Master’s degree in chemistry. She has more than 30 years of experience in the rubber industry specializing in compound development for specific market segments like automotive and aerospace. She has been with Trelleborg Sealing Solutions in her current position for 14 years.

TIM MCCULFOR is the Material Development Manager for Trelleborg Sealing Solutions (tss.trelleborg.com). He graduated from Michigan State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in chemical engineering and has more than 30 years of experience in the plastics industry doing compound development of thermoplastic and thermosetbased materials.

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Monday, September 17 • 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm IFPS will conduct Job Performance Tests for IFPS Mechanics, Technicians, and Connector and Conductor Certifications. Separate registration is required and must be submitted at least 30 days in advance.

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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. The IFPS is able to offer these locations through its affiliation with The Consortium of College Testing Centers (CCTC) provided by National College Testing Association (NCTA).

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Upcoming Accredited Instructor (AI) and Authorized Job Performance Proctor (AJPP) Workshops OCTOBER 15-18, 2018, IN AUBURN, WASHINGTON (NEAR SEATTLE)

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The AI workshop assess instructional abilities and acquaints the participant with the IFPS Certification Program. It is not a program to teach instructor skills, but rather, to measure your instructor skills.

IFPS AIs have extensive backgrounds and instructional experience in the fluid power industry. In addition to their instructor accreditation, they are committed IFPS members and hold various levels of IFPS certifications.

IFPS AJPPs are certified to proctor all Mechanic, Technician, and Connector and Conductor job performance (hands-on section) tests, an individual must hold the certification they plan to proctor and must be an IFPS Member.

To register for the upcoming AI Training Workshop or Job Performance Proctor Workshops, visit www.ifps.org or call 1-800-308-6005.

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Piranhaflex™ Non-Conductive Hydraulic Hoses • Series PF267NC has improved flexural rigidity offering increased flexibility for medium pressure hydraulic oil and lubrication lines.

• Series PFLT364 for medium pressure Hydraulic lines for fork trucks in cold storage applications.

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By TODD KLITZKE Engineering Manager Zinga Industries, Filtration Group Illustrations by CRAIG CHURCHILL Engineering Tech Zinga Industries, Filtration Group

BREATHERS Improve Long-Term Hydraulic System

Maintaining the cleanliness of a hydraulic system is of the utmost system designers may select a filler breather based upon cost or what is importance for minimizing problems such as component wear and “on the shelf,� unaware of the customization options available and the subsequent failure. To avoid these and other system problems signif- subsequent benefits to the hydraulic system or the problems that can icant focus is placed on removing particulate from hydraulic fluid via occur in the hydraulic system from improper selection of a filler breather. various hydraulic filters, both on the high-pressure side, as well as on The most important method of preventing contaminant from entering the return to the reservoir. Much attention is given to these critical filter the system is by filtering the air passing through the filler breather into the reservoir. Many filler breathers feature an integral air filter element choices, but placing focus on the prevention of contaminant ingression installed into the cap (Figure 1). into the hydraulic system is also important. Filler breathers provide multiple means of reducing contaminant ingression, which is a key to maintaining the ISO cleanliness codes required for the long-term health of a hydraulic system.

Filler breathers are present on nearly every hydraulically operated Open cell foam is the most common choice of air filter media. Filtrasystem. As their name states, filler breathers serve the critical dual function levels of open cell foam range from 40 micron in lower cost versions tions of providing a fill location for filling and topping off the fluid and down to 10 micron nominal for many applications. This foam filter acting as a tank breather device, allowing air to flow in and out of the material is often chosen for its long operational life and air filtration reservoir. However, a wide array of options exists to tailor filler breathers properties while still maintaining low airflow restriction. It is worth to meet the unique requirements of a given hydraulic system. Often noting that other media types are also available, including phenolic cellulose, for improved particulate removal that Figure 1: Filler can provide air free of particulate down to 1 micron at up breathers that to 99% removal efficiency. feature an integral Another type of even more specialized filler breather foregoes the internal filter material and instead incorporates a air filter element installed into the cap mounting location for either direct or remote mounting of a spin-on filter. combine compact Spin-on filter filler breathers allow for greater media area, size with a good increased contaminant capacity, and the ability to replace ability to maintain the filter media without replacement of the cap assembly. air exchange rates These specialized filler breathers are well suited for heavily and filtration levels contaminated environments with high levels of particulate required by most in the surrounding air. The trade-offs being increased cost hydraulic systems. and greater space requirements. It is important to consider the operational environment, space constraints, system cleanliness level requirements, and other filtration within the system when selecting a filler breather.

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Valves Control Air Flow and Contaminant Ingression

Figure 2: Common filler breather configuration vs the specialized spin-on mount. The spin-on filters used on these filler breathers are often the same units applied to hydraulic return line filtration.

Filler Breathers as a Fluid Fill Location Serving as a fluid fill location is another important function of filler breathers. When adding fluid to a hydraulic reservoir, many opportunities exist to introduce contaminant into the system. The fluid being added to the reservoir may contain contaminant that was introduced during transport or storage. In addition, some hydraulic systems operate in dirty environments where any number of contaminants can collect on the reservoir surface and around the filler breather.

Most mobile applications suffer from variable operating conditions and are particularly susceptible to intrusion during filling. If care is not taken, these contaminants can fall into the reservoir when the cap is removed, or if an operator neglects to replace the cap. Many filler breathers have baskets that provide a basic level of protection by both filtering the oil being added and catching contaminant that may fall into the filler opening when the cap is removed.

When selecting a basket for a given application it is important to consider the strainer material, filtration level, fluid viscosity and anticipated fill rate. Low cost versions of these baskets are made of plastic while more robust versions use expanded metal or perforated steel baskets with various length options generally ranging from 4 to 12 inches long. These materials provide a very coarse filtration level removing only large, macroscopic contaminant. Stainless steel wire mesh liners may be added into the perforated steel baskets to improve filtration levels down to 75 micron. Baskets that provide better filtration levels also are more restrictive to flow, often requiring a longer basket to accommodate the same fluid fill rates as a shorter basket with a lower degree of filtration.

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The third method to reduce contaminant ingression does not involve filtration, but rather valves. Filler breathers without airflow valves allow uncontrolled venting 24 hours a day, even if the system is not in operation.

This allows for an even greater opportunity for both particulate and moisture ingression into the system. A pressure/vacuum valve (Figure 3) located in some filler breather caps serves multiple functions including controlling the airflow and the contaminants it carries into the reservoir.

A pressure/vacuum valve only allows air to pass into the reservoir as the reservoir oil level is dropping, for example, when cylinders are extended. When the oil level is constant, the valve remains closed, thereby blocking virtually all contaminant during that time. As oil levels in the reservoir rise during transient operations, the pressure/ vacuum valve holds pressure in the reservoir, which also helps to limit unnecessary venting and contaminant ingression. This valve also serves the important role of maintaining positive pressure at the pump inlet and reducing the likelihood of pump cavitation.

The three modes of preventing contaminant ingression (oil filtration, air filtration, and air flow control) are important and often overlooked benefits of selecting a high-feature and high-quality filler breather.

Selecting a filler breather that includes these features matched specifically to the system, as well as its operating environment ensures long-term improved system performance with less downtime.

With over 3 billion parts installed and failure rates less than 1 PPM, SFC KOENIG is recognized for excellence in sealing and flow control. The original inventor of the pre-assembled metal-to-metal seal solution, we offer: • a variety of sizes, materials and pressures • engineering support • faster installation & fewer errors • proven effectiveness in a variety of precision high-performance applications.

Contact us to review your application and request samples.

Figure 3: Pressure/vacuum valve controls air flow and contaminants.

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Clean Oil Starts with Fluid Access!!

C-CHANGE, INC. • CIRCLE 447

RAM (Reservoir Access Manifold) Reservoir, Drum and Gearbox Adapters supply large permanent down tubes into fluids using the existing breather port with no fabrication. Hydraulic and lube fluids must be clean, cool and dry for machine reliability. RAMs supply simple oil access for filtering fluids while maintaining a closed-system and your ISO oil cleanliness codes.

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C-Change, Inc. Phone: 916-752-2984 www.c-changeinc.com

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DURA-BAR • CIRCLE 448

EAGLE STAINLESS TUBE & FABRICATION, INC. • CIRCLE 449

Check out Dura-Bar’s new Quick Reference Guide featuring updated mechanical properties for both our gray and ductile irons. Plus – learn more about why Dura-Bar is the proven alternative to steel, aluminum and castings!

Eagle supplies small diameter hypodermic tubing. Sizes ranging from 3 gauge to 33 gauge in T304 and T316 stainless steel.

Extensive inventory, Cut-to-length tubing, Bending/ Coiling, CNC Machining Centers, Wire EDM & Laser Machining, End Forming and Assembly. The right tubing can last for the life of your product giving customers the dependability and functionality expected.

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Three steps to the right handling system – with Festo’s Handling Guide Online

Eagle Stainless Tube & Fabrication, Inc. (800) 528-8650 info@eagletube.com www.eagletube.com

Filter Elements with PulseShield Compression Sleeve FILTRATION GROUP • CIRCLE 451

FESTO • CIRCLE 450

The Handling Guide is an all-inone configuration and ordering system, and is integrated into Festo’s online product catalog. This unique online engineering tool supports you in configuring and ordering your standard handling system.

It cuts your engineering time and effort to a minimum and guides you to the right handling system in record time.

Download the guide here: http://bit.ly/Festo_ HandlingSystems

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FG PulseShieldTM

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APPLICATIONS ■ Industrial hydraulic systems ■ Injection molding machines ■ Working mobile hydraulic systems

A new generation of fluid filter elements with FG PulseShield compression sleeve.

Filtration Group’s filter elements with PulseShield™ compression sleeve secures the pleated star geometry of the media firmly to the inner core and guarantees uniform pleat separation for the life of the filter element.

The PulseShield compression sleeve combined with up to three Premium Select fiberglass layers increases the dirt holding capacity by as much as 30% in comparison to conventional filter elements.

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A10V Piston Pumps

FLUIDYNE FLUID POWER • CIRCLE 452

FluiDyne Fluid Power provides replacement A10V Piston pumps to distributors and OEMs all around the world. These high quality pumps come with a full range of options including seals, mountings, shafts, compensators, thru-drives, etc.

Most pumps ship same day or next with 18 month warranty.

Call, email or chat…we’re ready to help.

HYDAC is pleased to announce the latest revision of the Filter Systems Division catalog! New products have been added and improved information is available for your best choice in fluid condition monitoring and control.

Order by sending an email with pertinent info to: HYD.catalog@ hydacusa.com or visit our website to download your copy today at: www.HYDAC-NA.com

FluiDyne Fluid Power 586.296.7200 sales@fluidynefp.com www.fluidynefp.com

HYDAC Technology Corporation Phone: (800) GO-HYDAC Email: Marketing@hydacusa.com www.HYDAC-NA.com

Hydraulic Seals for Every Application HYDRAPAK SEALS • CIRCLE 454

HydraPak Seals offers a comprehensive range of products for hydraulic and pneumatic applications.

Extensive application engineering, a wide selection of seal profiles and materials, and exceptional lead times means better productivity and confidence on the job for you.

Benefit from complete seal solutions from a single source.

HydraPak Seals 800.669.9638 www.hydrapakseals.com sales@hydrapakseals.com

Mobile/Industrial Product Catalog

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Filter Systems Catalog

HYDAC TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION • CIRCLE 453

International fpa products are manufactured with the finest materials under strict quality control which are engineered to meet industries most demanding applications. Complete with a two-year warranty, our extensive line of readily interchangeable field tested Mobile and Industrial pumps, motors, directional controls, modules, valves, and a full line of accessory products guarantee you dependable on the job performance.

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Hydraulex Product Line Overview HYDRAULEX • CIRCLE 455

We re-freshed our company line card into a more informative and better looking document. It covers our aftermarket product line (Genuine Metaris) and all of the manufacturers that we stock reman units for, supply replacement parts for, or provide repair services for. View or download it by visiting our website at www.hydraulex.com.

Hydraulex Toll Free: 800.422.4279 • Tel: 586.949.4240 Email: sales@hydraulex.com www.hydraulex.com or www.ahx1.com

KuriKrimp™ Crimpers & Accessories Catalog KURIYAMA OF AMERICA, INC. • CIRCLE 457

• New improved Die Kages for protection and storage of dies for the KD100 series crimpers.

• New KD4-650 and KD4-1000 series crimpers for crimping larger ID industrial hoses.

• New line-up of KuriSaws™ cutting equipment.

• A new 10 ton fitting pusher is now offered.

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Compressed Air Filtration

LA-MAN CORPORATION • CIRCLE 458

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The "FAB-V" Brochure LEXAIR, INC. • CIRCLE 459

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Fluid Power

WHAT CAN WE DO FOR YOU?

www.lexairinc.com

The “FAB-V” Brochure highlights some of our history as well as basic information about our standard valve lines. It also discusses a few of the markets and applications that we service and highlights our abilities to manufacture special items to specific customer requirements.

The Brochure can be accessed from our “Valve Library” found at this link from our website. www. lexairinc.com/valves/v-library.html Lexair, Inc. Phone: 859-255-5001 Fax: 859-255-6656 www.lexairinc.com

304 & 316 Stainless Steel Liquid Level Gages OIL-RITE CORPORATION • CIRCLE 461

Corrosive resistant properties make stainless steel gages suitable to a variety of applications. Oil-Rite offers 304 and 316 stainless steel liquid level gages in sizes from 3" to 60". A red line on a white background enhances liquid level visibility. Available with adapters and thermometer. Visit Oil-Rite’s online product catalog for new cut sheets and detailed information.

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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Brochure offers a comprehensive overview of the company’s complete line of compressed air filtration products. Highlighted is the patented family of Extractor/ Dryers. These two-stage, point of use filters remove contaminates to a 5-micron rating with flow ranges of 15 to 2,000 scfm. Additional products available include the SuperStar Membrane Dryer, .01 Micron Filter, Refrigerated Extractor/Dryer, and much more.

La-Man Corporation 800.348.2463 www.laman.com

Hydraulic Flanges and Components

MAIN MANUFACTURING PRODUCTS • CIRCLE 460

Catalog includes the popular styles of MAIN Manufacturing’s extensive offering of Hydraulic Flanges and Components – ready for immediate shipment. Dimensional drawings, part numbers, metric and weld specifications included.

The “Quick Reference Guide” helps specify less popular items often stocked or quickly manufactured at our US plant.

MAIN Manufacturing Products, Inc. Grand Blanc, MI 800.521.7918; FAX: 810.953.1385 E-mail: info@mainmfg.com Web: www. mainmfg.com/fpj

Increased Productivity Starts Here PHD INC. • CIRCLE 462

The new PHD main catalog features PHD’s complete standard product line plus 21 new products, the Optimax® line of global drop-in actuators, and the PHD Plus® line of electromechanical actuators.

Get superior delivery, the best online tools, and local support with PHD.

PHD Inc. 800.624.8511 www.phdinc.com/complete

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Product Specifications

ROTOR CLIP COMPANY, INC. • CIRCLE 463

An American Leader in Fluid Engineering SCHROEDER INDUSTRIES • CIRCLE 464

Rotor Clip's Product Specification catalog lists full engineering specifications for tapered section retaining rings, constant section rings, spiral rings, wave springs and hose clamps in inch and metric configurations. Also features installation tools for rings and hose clamps. Includes a section on load capacity and other retaining ring formulas, as well as other technical information on Rotor Clip products.

Schroeder Industries has been designing, manufacturing, and marketing a complete range of Advanced Fluid Conditioning Solutions® for over 73 years. As an ISO 9001:2015 certified company, Schroeder has been recognized as the leader in fluid conditioning solutions for applications that use hydraulic oils, fuels and water.

Contact us today and let us explore your opportunities for increased efficiencies.

Leetsdale, PA and Cumberland, MD (800) 722-4810 • (724) 318-1100 sisales@schroederindustries.com www.schroederindustries.com

Rotor Clip Company, Inc. sales@rotorclip.com www.rotorclip.com

SunSource Industrial Repair Catalog SUNSOURCE INDUSTRIAL • CIRCLE 465

Hydraulic Live Swivels Catalog SUPER SWIVELS • CIRCLE 466

We are proud to offer you these services: • Free evaluations • Emergency services available • Experienced factory trained technicians • 12-month in-service warranty on the entire unit • Free pick-up/delivery service in most areas • System testing of all repairs (where applicable) • Failure Analysis and Test Reporting • On-Line order status tracking and reporting • Remanufactured and surplus spares available

Inline and 90° hydraulic live swivels. Available in sizes from 1/8" to 2-1/2", rated to 10,000 PSI, heat treated, superior quality alloy steel, chrome or stainless steel ball bearings, withstands heavy side loads, burnished (micro smooth) barrel bores, Viton®, Aflas®, or Teflon® encapsulated seals, zinc or nickel plated, available in 304 and 440 stainless steel, full flow - low pressure drop, rebuilding kits available.

SunSource Locations Nationwide www.sun-source.com info@sunsrce.com 888-786-7723

StabiliZR™ The Evolution of Pressure Gauges WINTERS INSTRUMENTS • CIRCLE 467

Winters StabiliZR™ brochure is now available. The brochure provides an overview of how StabiliZR™ dry gauges eliminate pointer flutter caused by vibration and pulsation. These gauges eliminate the leaks and discoloration associated with liquid filled gauges and can be used at higher temperatures than glycerin filled gauges. The brochure is available online at winters.com/WhyZR Winters Instruments Phone: 1-800-WINTERS Email: usasales@winters.com Website: www.winters.com

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Super Swivels Phone: 763.784.5531 Fax: 763.784.7423 Website: www.superswivels.com

Your Cylinder Source

YATES INDUSTRIES, INC. • CIRCLE 468

All Designs, All Sizes, One Result.

Yates Cylinders – an ISO-9001:2015 company with facilities in Michigan, Alabama and Georgia – is your top-quality supplier for all cylinder applications. Hydraulic, pneumatic, NFPA, millgrade, or custom engineering – you name it, Yates can handle it. Complete catalog available. We also maintain an unmatched repair program used by the biggest names in the American Industry. www.yatesind.com Yates Industries, Inc. 23050 Industrial Dr. E. St. Clair Shores, MI 48080 Ph: 586.778.7680 Fax: 586.778.6565

Yates Georgia 7750 The Bluffs Austell, GA 30168 Ph: 678.355.2240 Fax: 678.355.2241

Yates Alabama 55 Refreshment Place Decatur, AL 35601 Ph: 256.351.8081 Fax: 256.351.8571

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SEPTEMBER 10 – 15, 2018

MCCORMICK PLACE • CHICAGO, IL

The largest manufacturing exposition and technology conference is taking over McCormick Place in Chicago, Illinois, starting Monday, September 10 through Saturday, September 15. One of the most highly anticipated trade shows in the industry, the International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS) will feature more than 2,400 companies exhibiting from 117 countries.

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The trade show’s sponsor, the Association For Manufacturing Technology (AMT), played host to the third largest number of registrations at the McCormick Place complex in 2016, and they hope to top that number this year. If successful, this will be made possible by the conference organizers, who are dividing the exhibitors into pavilions curated based on industry, technologies and solutions. The configuration will help facilitate better networking and increase the dissemination of ideas across a variety of perspectives in each area of focus. Attendees will not only get to listen and learn, but also share, explore and collaborate.

IMTS attractions are another reason why thousands of manufacturing industry professionals attend this biannual event. From AMT’s Emerging Technology Center to the Miles for Manufacturing 5K, the conference endorses exercising the body as well as the mind while sharing ideas and insights with a cavalcade of exhibitors over the six-day event. The largest conference dedicated to global manufacturing technology in the Western Hemisphere, IMTS is determined to have every participant leave with more insight in what is working, what isn’t working and what’s to come.

One of the most anticipated attractions of the 2018 IMTS expo is the Smartforce Student Summit, a program designed to engage students and teachers from elementary to post-secondary school with potential career ideas and a look inside the manufacturing technology industry. New advanced technology showcases, learning labs, and hands-on challenges are designed to spark the next generation of makers in robotics, generative design, Industrial Internet of Things, and much more. For students unsure of their specific path in the manufacturing

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There’s also an Air Rocket Challenge!

Integrated across numerous presentations throughout the pavilion, thought leaders in multiple disciplines are ready to share their fresh concepts and constructive analysis in events dedicated to specific industries within manufacturing technology. For example, GAMS (Global Automation Manufacturing Summit), the Industrial Laser Conference, and the Top Shops Workshop all give IMTS a conference-within-a-conference dynamic that will insure that the week’s programming will never have a dull moment.

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COMPANY........................................BOOTH Advanced Machine & Engineering........ 121117, ................................................................ 432423 Airtec Pneumatics, Inc........................... 121670 AMETEK.................................................. 135642 Anson Hydraulics International Co., Ltd............ .................................................................135257 API Heat Transfer................................... 135089 API Srl..................................................... 134446 ARGO-HYTOS, Inc................................... 134975 Ashun Fluid Power Co., Ltd................... 135178 Balluff, Inc.............................................. 134062 Bansbach................................................ 135066 Bimba Manufacturing Co...................... 134825 Busch Vacuum Pumps & Systems........121571 Buyfittingsonline.com/QMC Technologies, Inc. ........................................................121588 Canfield Industries................................. 121558 CAPLUGS................................................ 121282 CO-AX Valves, Inc................................... 236990 Deublin Company................................... 121003 DURA-BAR.......................................431272 Elesa USA Corp...................................... 121265 ENERPAC/Milwaukee Cylinder.............. 431426 Epicor Software Corp............................. 133324 EPLAN Software & Services.................. 134424 Eurotech Elite......................................... 134533 Extrude Hone LLC.................................. 237108 FAI Filtri U.S., LLC....................................121901 Faster, Inc............................................... 121595 Festo Corp...........................215128, 134357 FG Filtration Company.......................135072 FOR S.p.a................................................ 134444 Fuchs Lubricants Co.............................. 431646

COMPANY........................................BOOTH Gehring................................................... 236723 H B Hydraulics Co., Ltd.......................... 135255 HYDAC Technology Corp...................135062 ifm efector, inc....................................... 121828 Igus Inc....................................................134521 Jiangsu Everest Technology Co., Ltd................. ................................................................ 134363 Jumo Process Control, Inc.................... 134878 J. W. Winco, Inc.......................................121441 Kaesar Compressors, Inc...................... 236643 KTR Corp.................................................121041 Kurt Manufacturing Co.......................... 432433 Lexair, Inc.........................................431322 Mobil Industrial Lubricants................... 339292 Nachi America....................................... 432024 National Filters, Inc.................................135177 Prevost Corp...........................................121021 Quaker Chemical Corp.......................431949 Rosedale Products, Inc.......................... 121436 SCHUNK, Inc.......................................... 432010 Servometer............................................. 121550 Seven Oceans Hydraulics Industrial Co., Ltd. ................................................................ 135170 SIKO Products, Inc................................. 134245 SMC Corporation of America................ 121238 SUCO Technologies............................... 134979 SunSource........................................121657 Tolomatic................................................ 134436 Volz Gruppe GmbH................................ 431972 Winner Hydraulics Corp......................... 135182 Yutien Hydraulic Industry Co., Ltd. ................................................................ 135176 Zimmer Group US, Inc............................ 134352

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IMTS 2018 SESSIONS The Beginners Guide to IIOT/Industry 4.0 #IMTS12 2:15 PM - 3:10 PM | W194-A This presentation will show why IOT is important to you and your manufacturing business, and it will provide some basic implementation strategies.

Waterjet Integration into a Machine Shop #IMTS13 3:15 PM - 4:10 PM | W192-A Attendees will learn how to design and optimize manufacturing processes to incorporate abrasive waterjet cutting.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 Adopting On-Demand Manufacturing Models to Drive Supply Chain Efficiencies, Minimize Risks and Reduce Costs #IMTS02 10:00 AM - 10:55 AM | W192-B With product life cycles getting shorter and industry trends driving mass customization of products, on-demand manufacturing represents an evolution in procurement and supply chain management thought.

Advanced Grinding Takes Aerospace Parts to New Heights #IMTS01 10:00 AM - 10:55 AM | W192-A Efficient Manufacturing Down to a Lot Size of 1 #IMTS03 10:00 AM - 10:55 AM | W192-C The customization of products in fields such as medical and automotive engineering result in ever greater demands on the economic production of small lots.

How to use Active Laser Guarding Systems in High Power Laser Processes #IMTS04 11:00 AM - 11:55 AM | W193-A This paper discusses how active laser guarding developments have become ever more necessary in the role of laser safety and the prevention of injury due to high power laser radiation.

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Reducing Waste with Non-Destructive Environmentally Sustainable Dry Ice Cleaning #IMTS14 3:15 PM - 4:10 PM | W192-B Participants will be able to determine how their production and quality can be improved and how the process affects the environment.

Automated NC Programming and Combating the Skilled Labor Gap #IMTS05 11:00 AM - 11:55 AM | W193-B Reducing Calibration Risks in Your Measuring Systems: Leveraging Standards and Training #IMTS07 1:15 PM - 2:10 PM | W192-A Mastering the Monkey’s Paw: Using Generative Design and 3D Printing to Make Wishes, Not Curses #IMTS08 1:15 PM - 2:10 PM | W192-B This talk will explore generative design tips for how to know what questions to ask, how to identify and avoid the wrong questions.

Achieve Full Process Optimization #IMTS09 1:15 PM - 2:10 PM | W192-C Goulding and Funke explain how shops that make continuous improvement a core part of their strategy should seek out a process optimization partner.

Opening Up Design Freedom and Mass Customization Through 3D Printed Lattices #IMTS10 2:15 PM - 3:10 PM | W193-A Latest Changes in Government Regulations Affecting Solvent used in Parts Cleaning #IMTS11 2:15 PM - 3:10 PM | W192-B

The Path to Smarter Manufacturing Through Connectivity on the Shop-Floor #IMTS15 3:15 PM - 4:10 PM | W192-C

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 Tool Lifecycle Management 4.0 - In line with Industry 4.0 Using Integrated Tool Data Management Solutions #IMTS16 9:00 AM - 9:55 AM | W192-A 5-Axis Machining – Some Best Practices #IMTS17 9:00 AM - 9:55 AM | W192-B Achieving Lean Manufacturing through Reuse and Recovery of High-Value Metallic Wastes and Academic Partnerships #IMTS18 9:00 AM - 9:55 AM | W192-C AM is Not Just for Rapid Prototyping Anymore #IMTS19 10:00 AM - 10:55 AM | W193-A As AM solutions mature they are enabling the transition from rapid prototyping to production. The most compelling examples are those which allow product designers to pursue ideas which were previously impossible to manufacture.

Automation: The Missing Link to Productivity in Part Programming #IMTS20 10:00 AM - 10:55 AM | W193-B

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Revolutionizing Production of High Performance, Hybrid Composite Structures with Stratasys Additive Manufacturing #IMTS29 2:15 PM - 3:10 PM | W193-B

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Selective Laser Sintering: Additive Manufacturing with Polymers is Closer Than You Think #IMTS33 3:15 PM - 4:10 PM | W194-A

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Technology Integration and its Profound Impact for Manufacturers #IMTS31 3:15 PM - 4:10 PM | W193-A

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Process Monitoring and Control in Metal 3D Printing: How to Tame the Tiger #IMTS32 3:15 PM - 4:10 PM | W193-B

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Manufacturing as Code (MaC): An Innovative Approach to Agile Manufacturing #IMTS30 2:15 PM - 3:10 PM | W192-C

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High Performance Grinding (HPG) of Nickelbased Superalloys #IMTS38 10:00 AM - 10:55 AM | W193-B

Agile Manufacturing - How to produce a lot size of one economically? #IMTS34 9:00 AM - 9:55 AM | W192-A • How

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Ongoing Improvement with Indexable Drill Head Technology & Productivity Impact #IMTS39 10:00 AM - 10:55 AM | W194-A Pat Cline, product manager for ISCAR, a world leader in cutting tool innovation, shares the evolution of the self-clamped indexable head drilling and the benefits of applying the most recent technology.

Augmented Reality, Machine Learning, Fringe Pattern…oh my…an introduction to the terminology and technology that will drive quality manufacturing into the next decade #IMTS35 9:00 AM - 9:55 AM | W192-B

Enabling Yield Improvement in 3D Printing Process Chain #IMTS40 11:00 AM - 11:55 AM | W192-A Cost Justification #IMTS41 11:00 AM - 11:55 AM | W192-B This presentation will demonstrate how you can accurately justify making an investment in new equipment that will yield the lowest piece-cost.

Digitalization in Machine Tool Manufacturing - You’re Closer Than You May Think #IMTS36 9:00 AM - 9:55 AM | W192-C Grow Your Company While Conserving Cash #IMTS37 10:00 AM - 10:55 AM | W193-A

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Industry 4.0 and Model Based Enterprise for Quality Assurance - Inspection Efficiencies, Design Inputs, and Manufacturing Outputs #IMTS43 1:15 PM - 2:10 PM | W193-A Latest Innovations in Laser Marking #IMTS44 1:15 PM - 2:10 PM | W193-B Machine Performance and Value Hang in the Balance #IMTS45 1:15 PM - 2:10 PM | W194-A The machines must be simplistic in design – which is easy enough – yet innovative and with as much capability as possible while still maintaining affordability.

Minimum Quantity Lubrication (MQL)— Benefits and Lessons Learned for Production Implementation #IMTS46 2:15 PM - 3:10 PM | W192-A Achieving Maximum Productivity by Addressing the Weakest Link – Your Connection #IMTS47 2:15 PM - 3:10 PM | W192-B Transform Traditional Manufacturing to Manufacturing-as-a-Service #IMTS48 2:15 PM - 3:10 PM | W194-A This talk will discuss the technology required to build an agile customer centric manufacturing operation, enabled by a digital ecosystem of continuous feedback, that will automate from design to delivery and make MaaS a reality for manufacturing today.

The Connected Machine Shop: Building the Digital Thread #IMTS49 3:15 PM - 4:10 PM | W192-A Learn how a machine shop’s value stream will increase significantly through advanced data acquisition and analysis, machining strategy development and machining process security.

Standards Framework – What is the right approach to be effective? #IMTS50 3:15 PM - 4:10 PM | W193-B The Value of Reliability/Predictive Maintenance #IMTS51 3:15 PM - 4:10 PM | W194-A

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 Delivering Efficiencies in Certified 3D Printed Aerospace Parts #IMTS52 9:00 AM - 9:55 AM | W192-A Turning to New Heights #IMTS53 9:00 AM - 9:55 AM | W192-B

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How Automation & Optimization Software Can Maximize Shop Floor Capabilities #IMTS54 9:00 AM - 9:55 AM | W192-C Using 3D Optical Scan Data to Enhance 3D Printing Capabilities #IMTS55 10:00 AM - 10:55 AM | W192-A Industry 5.0 – the “human touch” revolution #IMTS56 10:00 AM - 10:55 AM | W193-B Craft beers, individually designed furniture, hi-tech products with a personal touch – almost anything that bears the imprint of human craftsmanship, and that helps the individual consumer express his or her own unique identity. A new consumer macro-trend is emerging.

Maximizing Manufacturing Productivity in the Information Age #IMTS57 10:00 AM - 10:55 AM | W192-C 3-Dimensional Shop Floor Measurements To Improve Yield #IMTS58 11:00 AM - 11:55 AM | W192-A A Paradigm Shift in Shop Floor Scheduling: Can LEAN / TOC Principles Make Finite Capacity Scheduling Simpler and More Effective? #IMTS59 11:00 AM - 11:55 AM | W192-B • How

to apply Little’s Law to lower WIP and improve FLOW through the shop floor • Uncover

the best priority mechanism to focus on the right job at all times • How

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Smart Manufacturing & Changing Global Supply Chains #IMTS66 2:15 PM - 3:10 PM | W192-C HP Materials and Open Platform for Additive Manufacturing #IMTS67 3:15 PM - 4:10 PM | W193-A

The Next Step: Taking 3D Printing from Prototyping to the Production Floor #IMTS68 3:15 PM - 4:10 PM | W193-B Manufacturers will have to overcome significant obstacles to incorporate supporting strategies, such as workflow automation, workforce education and big data.

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COMPRESSED AIR SYSTEMS: THE MATHEMATICS OF EFFICIENCY

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Let’s consider an air tool that outputs one horsepower to a device connected to its shaft.

If you look at the manufacturer’s specifications you might find that the tool will consume about 25 cfm of air at an output of one horsepower.

Since a typical air-cooled screw compressor consumes about 20 kW for every 100 cfm, this 25 cfm will consume about 5 kW. This is the equivalent to range from 6 to 7 hp of air compressor capacity while running at 100 psi.

This shows the conversion efficiency of the compressed air medium. The air compressor consumes about 6.5 times as much power than is delivered at the tool.

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rates at under 10%. Fixing all the audible leaks perfect system, with compressors running at will reduce most of this loss, but best practice maximum efficiency, no leakage losses, and no pressure drop. This hardly represents real life; is to use ultrasonic leakage detectors, some these are calculations done in a laboratory. In of which are available at low cost of less than real life, conditions often get worse. $1,000. At 10 cents per kWh, the repair of 5 cfm With regard to the compressor, if you are of leaks on a system running full time will pay using a lubricated screw with small storage, for a low cost ultrasonic unit in one year.

the compressor will consume more power than • Use airless condensate drains for your comexpected when it is partly loaded. Let’s assume pressed air system rather than wasting valuable an average loading of 40%, we can see from and expensive compressed air through excessive purge.

Figure 1 that with a typical storage receiver size of one gallon per cfm compressor output, the compressor consumes 80% of its nameplate power while outputting only 40% of its air, twice its full load power ratio. This makes the conversion efficiency 13:1.

And regarding leaks, often a typical facility will have leakage rates from 20 to 30% of all the compressed air produced. For this example, let’s use 25%. This means you must make and pay for extra compressed air to feed the air tool, costing about 25% more power. The conversion ratio is now 16:1.

As pressure drops in the system, air dryers, filters, piping, connectors, and hoses adds up to a typical 20 psi pressure loss. With compressed air at about 100 psi, this extra pressure costs about 10% more than the original lossless system we originally considered. And the higher pressure causes the leakage in the system to consume about 18% more air. The conversion efficiency is now up to 18:1 What does all this mean? Instead of consuming from 6 to 7 hp to deliver one horsepower of power to the air tool, a typical system might actually cost from 18 to 20 hp to deliver one horsepower at the shaft of an air motor. This is why compressed air is called a costly utility.

Ron Marshall is owner of Marshall Compressed Air Consulting, a company that specializes in compressed air efficiency assessments.

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using direct drive electric tools where ergonomics and safety allow. This is especially important for tools that run all the time, with many operating hours per day.

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FOURTH ANNUAL REPORT ON THE U.S. FLUID POWER INDUSTRY AVAILABLE The fourth annual report on the U.S. Fluid Power Industry is published and available for download on the NFPA website.

Fluid power is a workhorse of the American economy and is used in dozens of industries and hundreds of applications. As in previous reports, this new document outlines the size and economic impact of the fluid power industry, provides energy and efficiency information, and summarizes key research challenges and opportunities in fluid power technology.

The information provided in the report is useful to fluid power professionals, customers, and prospects alike. Key conclusions include: • U.S.

manufacturing of fluid power components reached a record-high $21.7 billion in 2017.

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power exports continue to increase since recession-era lows, reaching customers around the globe.

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supply, manufacturing, and distribution of fluid power products directly employs more than 67,000 people and indirectly supports jobs for 775,000 more.

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10th Anniversary of Action Challenge Finishes Strong Thanks to Members, Education Partners With the support of our membership and education partners, the Fluid Power Action Challenge event introduced almost 2,000 students to fluid power technology in 2018 and its tenth year of operation.

The origin of the Action Challenge began with Steve Rogers of Mechanical Kits LTD. In an interview with Steve, he told me about his background teaching high school science, math, and technology before moving on to work as a Senior Lecturer at the University of Nottingham and a Senior Curriculum Officer in the UK. With his experience in education he realized that, “students learned and understood conceptual knowledge at a deeper, more meaningful level when they used their hands as well as their heads to learn.”

When his family moved to Toronto, he started his own business to “support STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) education in North America, an opportunity to continue to develop learning materials consistent with my hands-on philosophy.”

Soon after, he was approached by the Canadian Fluid Power Association to develop a Fluid Power Challenge for middle school students in 2005. In 2008, NFPA’s President and CEO Eric Lanke became aware of the event and partnered with Steve Rogers and MSOE’s Tom Wanke to pilot a successful challenge in Milwaukee’s suburbs.

“NFPA’s mission is to strengthen the fluid power industry,” Eric Lanke said. “Workforce development remains the most challenging issue that our member companies face.

Accordingly, NFPA’s efforts drive programs that support a pathway that increases the number of educated fluid power technicians and engineers. Action Challenge events, organized and sponsored by our members and education partners, provide a platform

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for our country’s youth to learn about fluid power for the first time while developing an increasingly important skill set. Notably, it also allows for our member companies to connect directly and create long-lasting relationships with the school systems in their communities that produce the next generation of students with potential to elevate the fluid power industry.”

NFPA embraced the events and began engaging the membership in the activities.

The Action Challenge requires students to design and build a fluid power device that solves an engineering problem. The scenario changes annually. Event organizers connect twice per year to discuss accomplishments, opportunities, and the modifications necessary to improve the next year’s program and provide the best resources for students.

“Two thousand students participated in fluid power challenges,” Steve Rogers said.

“Their experiences informed them of the fundamentals of fluid power through ‘hands-on’ learning and gave them insight into possible high school courses in STEM education, as well as career possibilities in the fluid power industry. It’s a great project and owes a good deal of its success to its design, the many NFPA sponsors, and staff of NFPA.” Thank you to NFPA members for your support of the Fluid Power Action Challenge and for presenting the opportunity for students to learn outside of their textbooks.

Thank you for helping students relate realworld skills to their coursework, for creating awareness about fluid power technology and the industry, and for demonstrating to students and educational systems that fluid power provides rewarding careers.

For more information or to get involved, email Stephanie at sscaccianoce@nfpa.com.

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Two New Fluid Power Standards Published Standardization development continues in the field of fluid power systems and components. TC 131 – the technical committee directly responsible for fluid power has 224 published ISO standards to date. There are 49 currently under development. The following ISO standards were published this past month:

Subcommittee 4 – Connectors (couplings) Subcommittee 6 – Contamination control ISO 6164:2018 ISO 11943:2018 Hydraulic fluid power — Four-screw, one-piece Hydraulic fluid power — Online automatic parsquare flange connections for use at presticle-counting systems for liquids — Methods sures of 42 MPa, DN 25 to 80 of calibration and validation Questions about recently published fluid power standards? Interested in getting involved? Visit NFPA’s website or contact Denise Husenica at dhusinica@nfpa.com.

NFPA CONTINUES ENDORSEMENT OF MANUFACTURING DAY 2018 The National Fluid Power Association recently registered for the second year in a row to endorse Manufacturing Day℠ (MFG Day), which this year will take place Friday, October 5. MFG Day is a celebration of modern manufacturing through nationwide events for schools and the public at local manufacturing companies meant to inspire the next generation of manufacturers. Many NFPA members participate in the annual celebration. NFPA supports events like these both through our own programs and by promoting programs that align with our objectives, like MFG Day. “NFPA member companies report that workforce development is ranked highest among the industry’s challenges,” said Eric Lanke, NFPA President and CEO. “As a result, one of NFPA’s primary strategic priorities is growing the fluid power workforce. Initiatives like Manufacturing Day demonstrate to students the benefits of choosing careers in the industry. MFG Day allows students to witness the same positive company cultures that advocate for creation, innovation, and aptitude that I see when I visit our members’ facilities.”

Traditionally, MFG Day has consisted of facility tours. However, NFPA’s Student Career Connections program allows for other options as well, including: Employee Q&A: Engineers explaining to students what “a day in the life” is like, how they got into the industry, etc.

Team Project: Engineers work with students to help assemble a fluid power classroom kit.

By engaging in this program, members can share their expertise with students, promote their companies and career opportunities to the local community, and make meaningful connections with educators.

NFPA members interested in getting involved with any of these options or with their own ideas for a MFG Day event should contact Stephanie Scaccianoce at sscaccianoce@nfpa.com.

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NFPA Awards 13 Fluid Power Scholarships The NFPA Education and Technology Foundation has recently awarded 13 $2,000 scholarships to students pursuing fields of study related to fluid power technology.

A minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale, 500-word essay, and two letters of recommendation were required from each applicant. The Foundation’s goal is to help individuals enrolled in high schools, technical colleges, and universities pursue their interests in fluid power.

The following students were each selected to receive a $2,000 scholarship: • Brendon Eminger, Arkansas State University, Jonesboro, AR (Robert Mackey Memorial Award) • Robert German, Norco College, Norco, CA • James Gile, Rosedale Technical College, Pittsburgh, PA • Michael Kaestel, SUNY Cobleskill, Cobleskill, NY • Ivan Karpich, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN (Raymond F. Hanley Memorial Award) • Katherine Larson, Iowa State University, Ames, IA • Macumba Manga, Southeast Community College, Milford, NE

NFPA ANNOUNCES 2018 ROBOTICS CHALLENGE WINNER Jacob Barnes of Orcutt, California, is the winner of the 2018 NFPA Robotics Challenge Scholarship, which awards him $40,000 ($10,000 per year for four years) for his participation in his high school’s FIRST Robotics team, the 3512 Spartatroniks. As a four-year member of the team, where he was on the electrical sub-team and the Electrical Lead during his senior year, he saw the Spartatroniks to qualify for 3 of 4 FIRST World Championships.

The NFPA judges who interviewed Jacob were impressed by his knowledge of pneumatics, his initiative, and his plan to mentor FIRST Robotics teams. Barnes shared his thoughts on receiving the prestigious scholarship: FIRST provided me with a tremendous amount of real-world, job-like experience.

I will be pursuing a Masters degree in Electrical Engineering at my dream school, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, taking advantage of their 4 + 1 masters program and their “learn by doing” philosophy.

This scholarship will help tremendously, allowing me to focus more on my studies instead of having to worry about finances.

I am very thankful for the opportunity given to me by the NFPA, and I am looking forward to being a part of the bright future of the fluid power industry.

• Connor Parrish, Oklahoma State University, • Brandon Waltz, Minnesota West Community & Stillwater, OK Technical College, Granite Falls, MN • Joshua Plunkett, Ivy Tech Community College, • Christian Worner, Minnesota State University, Mankato, MN Columbus, IN • Allison Potts, College of Central Florida, Ocala, FL For further information on the scholarships, • Thomas Wallace, Texas A&M University, College contact Carrie Tatman Schwartz, Workforce Station, TX Program Manager, at ctschwartz@nfpa.com.

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REVISIONS TO ISO 11171: A calibration of automatic particle counters for hydraulic fluid power liquids

By Barry Verdegan, Ph.D., Research Fellow, Cummins Filtration Inc. and ISO/TC 131/SC 6 chairman

Hydraulic fluid cleanliness is critical to the overall reliability and efficiency of hydraulic systems. The fluid is both a lubricant and a power-transmitting medium. Reliable system performance requires control of the contaminants in the fluid. Liquid automatic particle counters (APC) are used to measure the concentration and size distribution of the contaminant particles in operating systems and to determine the contaminant removal characteristics of filters.

Individual APC accuracy is established through calibration.

ISO 11171, Hydraulic fluid power – Calibration of automatic particle counters for liquids is a standard calibration procedure for APC that is used for determining particle sizes and counts. The primary particle-sizing calibration is conducted using NIST SRM 2806x suspensions with particle size distribution certified by the United States National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) for particle sizes 30 µm(c) and smaller, and using polystyrene latex spheres at larger sizes. ISO 11171 also provides for a secondary calibration method that uses suspensions of NIST RM 8631x or ISO Medium Test Dust conforming to ISO 12103 Part 1, which are independently analysed using an APC calibrated by the primary method.

ISO 11171 establishes minimum APC performance specifications, including the APC coefficient of variation (COV) of sample volume, COV of flow rate, resolution, and particle counting accuracy. The operating limits of an APC, including its threshold noise level, coincidence error limit, and flow rate limits are also determined. Since ISO 11171 was adopted in 1999, particle size has been reported in

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NEW units of µm(c). In 2016, however, ISO 11171 was modified to also permit reporting size in units of µm(b), referring to the use of SRM 2806b for calibration. The alternative means of reporting particle size and provision for mathematical conversion of µm(b) to µm(c) sizes is a response to a shift in particle size that occurred when SRM 2806b is used for calibration. The size shift is only an artifact of uncertainty in particle size distribution data obtained by SEM, but has significant practical implications for the industry.

A revision of ISO 11171 is currently underway by Technical Committee ISO/TC 131 Fluid power systems, SC 6, Contamination control to address these practical concerns. Changes being considered in the revision include:

66 standardizing on µm(c) as the only acceptable unit of measure for reporting particle size;

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66 clarifying the definition of an APC; 66 permitting other test dusts for secondary calibration suspension; 66 using latex spheres for primary calibration at particle sizes greater than 30 µm(c); 66 using secondary calibration suspensions for secondary calibration at particle sizes greater than 30 µm(c); 66 using dilution of calibration suspensions to allow calibration of APCs at sizes smaller than 4 µm(c) that would otherwise be in coincidence error; 66 introducing a tool for use to relate threshold voltage setting to particle size using the constrained cubic spline method of interpolation; and 66 permitting the use of NIST RM 8631x, ISO MTD, or other ISO 12103 Part 1 test dust for secondary calibration suspensions.

In parallel with the revision, an international interlaboratory test is being conducted to determine repeatability and reproducibility using ISO 11171 to generate data to be used by NIST, to certify SRM 2806d as a consensus standard, and to generate data used to verify the counting accuracy. The round robin has been delayed because primary candidate material for SRM 2806d is not yet available. The testing will begin as soon as candidate material meeting NIST specifications becomes available.

To learn more about participating in fluid power standard development, please contact Denise Husenica (dhusenica@nfpa.com) for more information.

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Slip-In Check Valve Retaining Assembly Inserta® IGSP Slip-In Check Valve Retaining Assembly, Flange Type, provides an effective means to retain an Inserta® IGS Slip-In Check Valve in a 90 degree flow path application (oil inlet-axial, oil outletradial). These are available to retain nominal valve sizes from one inch to two inches inclusive, for flows up to 200 gpm, and pressures up to 6000 psi. Inserta® IGS Slip-In Check Valves used with a 90 degree flow path may be considered as potentially more efficient alternatives to typical thread-in cartridge check valves.

Inserta® Products • Pressures up to 29,500-psi with 100-psi air drive • Compact size, only 10.7-in tall • High pressure outlet port connection (HF4) with 9/16-18 thread for 1/4” OD tube • Air operated — No electricity needed • Used in: • Press applications • Hydrostatic testing

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Hydraulic Noise and Shock Suppressor Wilkes and McLean manufactures an In Line Noise and Shock Suppressor for hydraulics and is a stocking distributor of Nacol Accumulators. Our suppressors eliminate pulsations, which greatly reduces noise and vibration from applications from a few gallons up to 200 gallons.

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FluiDyne is your fast and reliable source for Veljan products. They stock T6/T7 single, double and triple vane pumps, and flange mounted valves that mount directly to pumps or manifolds. Including: Relief, Unloading and Sequence valves. FluiDyne also carries the M4 series vane motors in the C, D and E frame sizes with a wide range of torque sizes. Call, email, chat...we’re ready to help.

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Sealing & Flow Control for Fluid Power With over 3 billion parts installed and failure rates less than 1 PPM, SFC KOENIG is recognized for excellence in sealing and flow control. We offer: • expander plugs, flow restrictors and check valves • engineering support • the easiest method of sealing drilled holes, with faster installation and fewer errors.

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Revolutionary eTensifier Electric Pump System HiP introduces new high pressure hydraulic pump system that simply plugs into a wall outlet and doesn’t require an air compressor. eTensifier delivers pressures to 36,500 psi with new controls including an industry-first pressure test mode and quick-connect system for exchanging pump lowers.

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IFP DG03, DG05, DG07, DG08 and DG10 ISO Directional Controls Compact design, optimal spool construction delivers low pressure drop across the full spool range, flows to 300 GPM at 5000 PSI, dust and water resistant. Industry leading quality, price complete with off the shelf delivery.

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HYDAC Industrial Valves Production downtime due to unavailable parts is frustrating and costly. Longer and longer lead times on your needed components is a symptom you may be at risk. HYDAC industrial valves are available right now with lead times in weeks, not months.

Passive RFID Pressure Transmitters The Keller 21D RFID pressure transmitters are the next generation in compact pressure measurement. These products combine a versatile modular design with passive RFID transmission to provide a versatile and durable alternative for hydraulic cylinder tests.

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Maintenance-Free, Zero-Leakage Accumulator The Senior Metal Bellows maintenance-free accumulator is designed to provide zero leakage service for the life of the application. The gas charge is hermetically sealed, never requires recharging, and there are no wearing seals. The all-metal construction can withstand the harshest operating environments and offers superior performance and reliability as compared with conventional accumulators.

The 21D RFID series thermally compensated to provide excellent Total Error Band accuracy over a wide compensated temperature range with available pressure ranges up to 15,000 psi.

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YOULI Hydraulic Directional Control Valves Direct Acting Electric Solenoids...now available: Youli directional control valves, rated to 4600psi, monoblock or sectional styles, are now available from stock in Corpus Christi, with electric direct acting solenoids on the MB-4 series, rated to 10GPM. Pneumatic operators are also available on all Youli valves, and also kept in stock.

Youli quality is based on 25 years of industrial hydraulic valve manufacturing for the machine tool business in Taiwan. A quality product line with a major commitment to inventory in Corpus Christi, Texas, and offered at competitive prices is making our reputation grow.

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Subject to center section displacements being 5cc, or 7cc, or 9cc, or 11cc, triple pumps are also available in the group 2 size pump frame.

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They replaced the radial piston motor with a new one and checked the case drain flow on the relatively new pump. They also planned to order a new proportional throttle valve.

While inspecting the hydraulic system, we noticed 400 TO they had replaced the pump at some time in the past 2000 PSI because the entire system had slowed down, which fixed the problem as far as they knew.

Any idea why they could not get the higher speeds?

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A large number, more that 50% would be my guess, of all Geroler type motor do not use a case drain.

Typically, the output port of the motors goes back to tank with little back pressure. The case drainage leaks into this low-pressure port and keeps the case pressure at a low level greatly reducing the wear on the shaft seals. The regenerative spool and meter out flow controls require an external case drain since both ports see high pressure at the same time.

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The primary functions of a hydraulic fluid are to: 1. Transmit force 2. Lubricate moving parts 3. Dissipate heat (cool moving parts and other components) 4. Seal clearances between parts

Solid contamination interferes with the first three functions. First, it interferes with power transmission by blocking or plugging small orifices in pressure relief valves and flow control valves. Second, solid contamination can alter the cooling process by plugging heat exchangers and by building up in the reservoir. Both of these conditions reduce the heat transfer needed to give maximum system performance and fluid lifetime. Most importantly, solid contaminants have a negative effect on the lubricating properties of the hydraulic fluid.

Solid contamination comes from different-sized particles. Very fine particles (silt) that are smaller than the components mechanical

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clearances can collect in fine tolerances and block the flow of hydraulic fluid into the small spaces between moving parts. This physically limits the amount of lubrication going to a specific component. Silting can also limit the movement of components like valve spools.

Larger contaminants – particles that are roughly the size of the mechanical clearances in a piece of machinery – cause the most damage in a hydraulic system. These particles cause abrasive wear and tear across the moving surfaces in a component. This damage increases internal leakage, lowers system efficiency, and generates heat. The higher the system pressure, the more problematic abrasive wear becomes.

Large, solid particles cannot work their way into fine clearances to cause abrasive wear, but do present problems. These particles can block lubricant flow between moving parts. They also tend to jam pumps valves and motors. These conditions all highlight the need for good filtration (contamination control) in a hydraulic system.

When selecting a filter or replacement element, it is important to address the following questions:

What type of oil are you filtering?

Where will the filter be located?

What is the required cleanliness level of that specific system?

Are there existing problems that need to be addressed?

Mineral oil is far and away the most widely used hydraulic medium. One can easily find information on the filtration, care and maintenance of this type of fluid. The following discussion will be limited to specialty fluid like fire-resistant hydraulic fluids and bio-based or biodegradable fluids.

ANHYDROUS (WATER-FREE) FLUIDS Anhydrous fluids (HFD-U), whether they are synthetic or based on a naturally occurring base stock, can be treated very much like mineral oil when selecting filter media. Synthetic, as well as cellulosic media, can be used with these fluids.

However, because the fluids are synthetic and will vary in chemical composition, it will be necessary to check the compatibility of the filter

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medium, seals, and adhesives used in the filter element with the fluid that has been selected.

Both the filter manufacturer and fluid supplier should be able to provide guidance in the fluid selection process.

Water-free fluids are normally used in high pressure or high-heat environments. These severe operating conditions will require fine filtration.

The chart to the right offers some guidance: Attaining high fluid cleanliness requires a plan. Simply putting fine filters with high beta ratings (β • 1,000) in a system may not produce the desired results as filter consumption might be excessive. Sometimes staged filtration – using finer and finer filter elements – may be required. Filtering fluid from its shipping container into the reservoir will aid in meeting a cleanliness objective. A side benefit of instituting a filtration program is increased fluid life. Wear debris particles have a high surface area and can act as catalysts in fluid degradation. Removing wear debris slows the chemical breakdown of synthetic and natural hydraulic base stocks.

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sludge formation and bacterial growth so filtration is less problematic. As with water glycol fluids, filter media must be compatible with alkaline water solutions.

CONCLUSION A comprehensive filtration program can be tailored to meet the needs of any fluid and will fit all operational environments.

Hydraulic fluid filtration offers equipment owners and users an opportunity to extend component life, increase production time, and reduce costs.

WATER-BASED FLUIDS Water glycol hydraulic fluids (HFC) are the most widely used and well-known water-based hydraulic fluids. These fluids are true solutions composed of soft or deionized water, a polyglycol thickener, glycol, and an amine-based additive package. Being a true solution, it is virtually impossible to remove major fluid components and additives with standard filtration.

Water glycol fluids can be filtered down to 3 microns absolute (β3 > 1000) without damaging the fluid. Because HFC fluids rely on an alkaline pH (water glycols typically have a pH > 9.0) to inhibit rust, filter media must be compatible with alkaline water solutions. Synthetic media like fiberglass is preferred. If cellulosic media (paper) is used, it has to be resin impregnated to fix the filter’s pore size. Untreated cellulose or paper filter media will swell in the presence of water. The swelling shrinks the pore size and may give the indication that the filter is plugged when, in fact, the filter media is not compatible with the hydraulic fluid.

High water content fluids (HFA) can be classified as either soluble oils and micro emulsions (HFA-E) or water dilutable synthetics (HFA-S).

The effects of filtration on these two different fluid types can be drastic. The classic mineral oil containing fluids (HFA-E) have a tendency to coagulate wear, dirt or ingress particles to form a greasy cake of particles. These fluids also have a tendency to grow bacteria and build up greasy lumps resulting from interaction with water hardness. In coal mining, the oil present in the emulsion tends to absorb coal dust, which can result in dispersed masses or sludge that is difficult to filter. This can present issues for a coal mining operation where the requirements for fluid cleanliness are increasing, and improper filtration can corrode and plug filters, as well as shorten the expected lifetime for valves and cylinders. Soluble synthetics are less prone to WWW.IFPS.ORG • WWW.FLUIDPOWERJOURNAL.COM

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CCEFP Funds New Research Projects The Center for Compact and Efficient Fluid Power recently announced the two research projects selected to receive funding on behalf of the CCEFP Industry Engagement Committee (IEC). After 11 fluid power researchers from eight institutions submitted proposals for the Spring CCEFP Call for Proposals, the IEC, which is comprised of fluid power industry collaborator representatives, chose the following projects to provide financial support: • “Seamless Electric to Hydraulic Conversion” by Professor James Van de Ven, University of Minnesota, and Professor Eric Severson, University of Wisconsin-Madison • “Polymer-Enhancer Fluid Effects on Mechanical Efficiency of Hydraulic Pumps” by Paul Michael, Milwaukee School of Engineering, and Professor Ashlie Martini, University of California-Merced The projects will continue to explore the benefits of a more seamless integration of electric and hydraulic power, as well as the importance of engineered fluids in systems optimization.

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EMERSON COMPLETE AVENTICS ACQUISITION Emerson has completed the purchase of Aventics, a leader in the smart pneumatics technologies that power machine and factory automation applications. The acquisition will expand the company’s reach in the $13 billion fluid automation market and solidify Emerson’s automation technology presence in Europe. Aventics also strongly complements Emerson’s capabilities and solutions in key and hybrid markets while creating one of the broadest portfolios of fluid control and pneumatic devices that incorporate sensing and monitoring to improve system uptime and performance, as well as enhance safety and optimize energy usage. www.aventics.com

CYNTHIA ESHER RETIRES FROM MCAA The Measurement, Control & Automation Association (MCAA) announced the retirement of Cynthia Esher on June 30, 2018, after 40 years of service. Esher has been involved with the MCAA or its predecessor organization, the Scientific Apparatus Makers Association, since 1978, and was named president of the MCAA after the organization’s name change in 1994. Esher was instrumental in moving the MCAA away from writing standards and changing the dues structure, which doubled the size of membership for the organization during her tenure. Teresa Sebring has succeeded her as MCAA president. www.themcaa.org

NEW MOTION INDUSTRIES DISTRIBUTION CENTER OPENS NEAR SEATTLE Motion Industries Inc. has opened its new distribution center doors at 4401 D St. NW, Suite A, in Auburn, WA. The facility, which stocks and ships a range of industrial parts and supplies, including power transmission products, fluid power components, and safety supplies, features connections to nearby interstates, and is only 15 minutes from Sea-Tac International Airport. The more than 62,000-square-foot distribution center serves 24 area Motion Industries branch locations daily, as well as their entire North American network. www.motionindustries.com

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• High Performance, 100% Synthetic Food Machinery Grade Fluids.

• Available in ISO Viscosity Grades 7, 15, 22, 32, 46 and 68.

• Fortified with Lubriplate’s proprietary anti-wear additive .

FRIENDLY ZINC-FREE

• Heavy-Duty, High-Performance, Extended Life, Hydraulic Fluids.

• ECO-Friendly - Free of zinc or silicone compounds.

• Provides long service life and extended fluid change intervals.

HO SERIES HYDRAULIC OILS PETROLEUM OILBASED • Premium-Quality, Petroleum-Based Hydraulic Oils (ISO Grades 32-100).

• Anti-wear fortified to protect hydraulic system components.

• High aniline points ensure long seal life with fewer leaks.

ECO

• Advanced Synthetic Polyalkylene Glycol (PAG)-based hydraulic fluids.

• Designed for environmentally sensitive industrial and marine applications.

• Meets U.S. EPA Vessel General Permit (VGP) Requirements. Readily biodegradable.

• Does not leave a sheen on the water.

VGP COMPLIANCE STATEMENT - LUBRIPLATE BIO-SYNXTREME HF Series Hydraulic Fluids are Environmentally Acceptable Lubricants (EALs) according to the definitions and requirements of the US EPA 2013 Vessel General Permit, as described in VGP Section 2.2.9

Backed By:

Lubriplate ®

ESP

Complimentary Extra Services Package Plant Surveys / Tech Support / Training Color Coded Lube Charts & Machine Tags Lubrication Software / Follow-Up Oil Analysis

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WIND ENERGY SOLUTIONS to keep your systems turning!

Spiking repair costs and unpredicted turbine downtime are symptoms of a maintenance regime that could be more reactive than proactive. HYDAC can help you determine the true costs of system failure and implement a solution to steady maintenance costs and avoid unplanned outages. Our Wind field sales and service team is supported by a network of experienced engineers to meet any and all challenges, from new designs and solutions to upgrades and retrofits, HYDAC is your one stop solution!

• BN4HX Filter Element – Designed for heavy duty wind environment and long maintenance intervals • Filter Housings, NF (simplex) – A two-stage (course/fine filtration) design with integral bypass protection • GW Sensor – Placed in the filter housing for more precise measurement, it sends a signal if the element is suddenly retaining increased material • AS1000 Aqua Sensor – Reads humidity level in the gearbox and can set a parameter to send a signal when high • EY1356 Switch Sensor – A magnet collects material and closes the loop sending a warning signal of a possible issue • Split Housing Uptower Cooler (UTC Series) – Eliminates the need for a costly external crane, saving time and money • HYROFLEX Cable Clamps – Part of a system of various mounting supports for securing power cables in wind turbines. Two styles available half moon and star.

NF Filter Housing

GW Sensor

EY1356 Switch Sensor

AS1000 Aqua Sensor

BN4HX Elements

Split Housing Uptower Cooler

Clamping Solutions

Contact HYDAC at (800) GO-HYDAC to speak with a member of our Wind Team or email at: Marketing@hydacusa.com and get started on your way to a stabilized system!

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