Parker Hannifin

Parker Hannifin, the global leader in motion and control technologies, has launched an innovative new software programme to help engineers determine the volume of wasted air due to leaks and pressure losses in compressed air networks. Designed to estimate the associated annual costs, the Parker Transair Energy Efficiency Calculator gives decision makers an early indication of the savings to be made by opting for a modern and correctly designed pipe network, such as the Transair system.

Interest in nitrogen gas generation remains high in the food industry, predominantly due to the importance of Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP), a technique which helps maintain product freshness, quality and extends shelf-life.

The analytical gas system products being showcased at this major exhibition include high performance hydrogen, nitrogen and dry air generators, which have been developed to improve the productivity, profitability and sustainability of laboratories working in areas such as life sciences, chemical analysis and spectroscopy.

Parker Hannifin, the global leader in motion and control technologies, has launched an innovative range of electro-pneumatic air pressure regulators specifically to provide flexibility, precision and energy savings in rail industry applications, including the control of adaptive suspensions. The new EPP3 series has been designed to enhance system performance and reliability, as well as meeting the latest European railway standards, including EN 50155, which govern electronic equipment used on rolling stock

The Racor Filter Division Europe of Parker Hannifin, the global leader in motion and control technologies, is pioneering the way in environmental responsibility after embarking on a significant recycling scheme in partnership with the National Industrial Symbiosis Programme (NISP), which will see it reducing its waste to landfill by at least 75%. This important development comes at the same time as the company winning the prestigiousAs part of the new environmental initiative, Parker Racor will be working to improve resource efficiency and sustainability, which will enable it to save 40 tonnes of virgin material, as well as cutting CO2 emissions by 103 tonnes. This achievement goes hand in hand with the company’s desire to be at the forefront of being environmentally friendly and, just as importantly, safe manufacturing processes. Indeed, as a RoSPA Gold Award winner, the company had to demonstrate the highest possible levels of health and safety standards, combined outstanding risk co

Parker domnick hunter, a division of Parker Hannifin, the global leader in motion and control technologies, has published two new technology brochures providing process, plant and maintenance engineers with detailed information on the latest energy saving systems for compressed air.

A range of state of the art IQAN hydraulic products from Parker Hannifin, the global leader in motion and control technologies, are being used at the National Fluid Power Centre to help develop the skills and knowledge of the engineers of tomorrow. The high performance IQAN technology has been chosen to demonstrate the application of electronic control in hydraulic systems, illustrating the power, flexibility and configurability of embedded controllers, as part of the Stage 3 Mobile Electro-Hydraulics Systems course at the centre.

The city of Rock Hill, South Carolina has replaced obsolete technology in its wastewater treatment plant with state of the art Parker SSD variable speed drives. Its Wildcat Lift Station was constructed in the 1970s to accommodate rising population and includes three 150kW centrifugal pumps that lift 11 million gallons per day a total of 143 feet (44m).

An innovative hydraulic stored energy management system, developed and manufactured by Parker Hannifin, is being used by Ros Roca, a leading Spanish producer of refuse trucks, to make significant cuts in operating noise, fuel consumption and emissions. Integrated into Ros Roca’s latest Cross rear loading refuse compactors, which are already use in Barcelona, the new stored energy management system enables diesel engines to idle while rubbish is being compacted, reducing noise levels by 50% and enabling vehicles to be used in the city at night and early hours of the morning.

A change to the Carbon Reduction Commitment (CRC) scheme included in the government’s Spending Review has made it suddenly become even more important for companies to cut their energy bills.

The Racor Division of Parker Hannifin, will be exhibiting a range of its revolutionary marine filtration technologies at METS 2010, the world's largest trade show of equipment, materials and systems for the international marine sector organised by Amsterdam RAI in association with the International Council of Marine Industry Associations (ICOMIA). This year, the company will be showcasing its latest Village Marine water purification systems, which are now available in Europe, and its innovative portable fuel filtration carts, as well as other solutions designed to optimise the comfort, performance and reliability of marine vessels from cruisers and military ships to super yachts.

Parker Hannifin and Brammer plc have signed a strategic pan-European partnership agreement, which is designed to extend considerably the level of support and product availability that both companies offer to customers throughout the fluid power sector. Initially covering fifteen countries and targeting growth in key MRO markets, the new agreement will provide guaranteed supply of Parker pneumatic, hydraulic, filtration and instrumentation components and systems to key accounts and end users, in industries including manufacturing, process, transport, construction and logistics.

Dewsbury based Racor Filter Division Europe of Parker Hannifin is celebrating after winning a prestigious RoSPA Occupational Health and Safety Award 2010. The Gold Award was presented to the company at a ceremony at the Glasgow Hilton Hotel in recognition of its long-established occupational health and safety management systems and culture, which enables it to maintain outstanding control of risks, ultimately eliminating errors, harm or loss.

Parker Hannifin, has launched a global modular air preparation system specifically designed for specification, supply and use anywhere in the world. Developed to improve performance and productivity in a broad range of pneumatics applications across the globe, the Global Air Preparation System provides high flow performance from a compact and easy to maintain unit.

The Parker-Origa Division of Parker Hannifin, has extended its range of OSP-P pneumatic rodless linear actuators with the introduction of the revolutionary OSP-L series; this provides reliable operation at temperatures down to -40°C, in even the most demanding of environments. Developed for use in applications where particularly low leakage and protection against contamination are vital, the new actuators are equipped with a high performance PU inner seal and an outer steel seal preventing the ingress of particles and moisture to ensure long service life, low cost of ownership and, ultimately, optimal profitability.

The Parker-Origa Division of Parker Hannifin, the world’s largest diversified manufacturer of motion and control technologies, has launched a new range of magnetically coupled pneumatic rodless cylinders. The latest P1Z linear drives are available with a single rod and rotating carriage or with integrated parallel anti-rotating guides, can be used at low speeds from 0.05m/s and feature high thrust forces of up to 942N, giving engineers a powerful, precise and flexible option for building automation, process and handling systems.

Parker Hannifin, the global leader in motion and control technologies, has been providing vital hands-on support for hydraulic systems in wind turbines, to ensure they stay in top condition during the recent extreme weather conditions.

Custom built hydraulic motors, designed and manufactured by Parker Hannifin are playing a vital role in helping Cameron, the major oil and gas flow equipment supplier, make deep sea oil wells safer, more productive and more profitable.

The Parker-Origa Division of Parker Hannifin , has launched an innovative new series of electrical linear actuators developed for use in applications requiring highly dynamic movements and long transverse paths. With its revolutionary toothed belt design, the ODS-B combines excellent performance characteristics and smooth operation with outstanding energy efficiency, while offering a particularly long service life for maximum productivity and profitability.

Parker domnick hunter has been presented its Queen’s Award for Enterprise 2010 in a prestigious ceremony at its Gateshead headquarters. Lord Lieutenant Nigel Sherlock OBE, presented the company with the esteemed award in the International Trade category, recognising Parker domnick hunter’s success in developing new export markets for its ranges of gas separation technologies, including the MAXIGAS nitrogen generation systems.