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Hydraulics and Pneumatics
News Release from: Parker Hannifin | Subject: Hydraulic power unit
Edited by the Processingtalk Editorial
Team on 20 February 2006
Reducing noise levels at Ford
Parker Hannifin has become the first fluid power manufacturer supplying the Ford Motor Company to receive the prestigious Henry Ford Manufacturing Excellence Award
Parker Hannifin has become the first fluid power manufacturer supplying The Ford Motor Company to receive the prestigious Henry Ford Manufacturing Excellence Award Presented for the development of an innovative hydraulic power unit that has significantly reduced factory noise levels, the Award was made to the Parker Motion and Control Division in Michigan, USA, which has worked closely with Ford since being appointed a single-source supplier in 2000
This article was originally published on Processingtalk on 19 Jun 2008 at 8.00am (UK)
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Hydraulic power units are widely used throughout industry and typically need to be enclosed to minimise the level of factory noise.
The Ford goal was to reduce noise levels to 74dbA or lower but recognised that constructing enclosures was an expensive exercise, often costing between US$15,000 and US$20,000, including air circulation and ancillary systems, and removable service panels.
Working alongside Ford managers, the Parker sales and engineering team designed an advanced hydraulic power unit capable of producing 30 USGPM at 105 bar, from a 30kW motor, but at a noise level of just 70dbA.
The system is based on a proven positive head design, uses standard off the shelf components and integrated pressure and return filtration, and off-line filtration.
In addition, the use of 'Dry' products technology such as the Parker Seal-lok tube and hose fittings and the reduction of sealed joint faces to minimise leakage paths have eliminated the need for drip trays and, more importantly, have enabled Ford to reduce the frequency of its maintenance programmes from quarterly to yearly. Request a free brochure from Parker Hannifin ...
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