By fps on August 14, 2012
Inspired by the banjo bolt fittings commonly used in the automotive industry, FPS banjo bolt manifold assemblies provide a cost effective solution where space and/or safety are priorities. FPS banjo bolt By installing directly into an SAE port, the FPS banjo bolt reduces the need for extra plumbing in the system. In load control applications [...]
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By fps on February 6, 2012
Electrical control systems for our hydraulic packages are relatively common. Most often, they are used on our power units, but occasionally we have a manifold application requiring some more advanced electrical controls. Below is an example of a complete control system enclosure with 2 remote control units that we put together for a customer.
Posted in FPS Designs, Manifolds, Power Units | Tagged electronics, Manifolds, Power Units
By fps on December 16, 2011
Along with our power unit capabilities, FPS also offers pre-wired electrical enclosures. Like everything that we do, we take pride in putting together a clean, professional product. Below are some examples of the work we have done.
Posted in FPS Designs, Power Units | Tagged design, Industrial, Mobile OEM, Power Units
By fps on December 1, 2011
Creating custom fabrications allows us to provide the perfectly tailored hydraulic package. During the 3D CAD design phase, we work closely with our customers to analyse how to best package a system that allows for damage-free shipping and perfect fit in the installation. Sometimes that means creating a custom part. When these instances occur, we [...]
Posted in FPS Designs, Manifolds, Power Units | Tagged 3D CAD, design, Industrial, Mobile OEM, Power Units
By fps on November 23, 2011
While we are working with the customer to develop their manifold package, we attempt to take look at things from all aspects. In this example, we were able to offer the customer a main manifold that could be used in a standalone configuration and the option of 2 bolt-on manifolds (that could also be used [...]
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By fps on November 9, 2011
This is a green anodized 6061-T6511 aluminum manifold that utilizes the Hydraforce E-Coils that was featured in a previous post. A couple of other features of interest in this assembly: The solenoid valves all have manual override control knobs/buttons. If the application needs to have override control in the event of electrical failure, you’ll [...]
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By fps on November 1, 2011
This is an example of a clear anodized 6061-T6511 aluminum manifold that features SAE flange ports: Mounting is achieved “sandwich” style via the middle flange port (notice the included trepan o-ring in the right view). This manifold also takes advantage of the Hydraforce Series E Environmental Coils. The Hydraforce E-coils allow us to offer mobile style [...]
Posted in FPS Designs, Manifolds, Product Lines | Tagged design, Hydraforce, Manifolds, Mobile OEM
By fps on October 20, 2011
For some of our customers, fit is a constant challenge. In these situations, our design team strives to create a unique layout that allows us to provide each customer with the best installation and subsequent service of their part. No cutting corners, no quick fixes: our solutions are ideal from start to finish. During the design phase, [...]
Posted in FPS Designs, Manifolds | Tagged 3D CAD, design, diesel engine components, Haldex-Barnes, Manifolds, Mobile OEM
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