In this episode of Fluid Power Forum, host Eric Lanke interviews David Lundquist, Global Product Manager at Hydraulic Technologies, about high-pressure, heavy-load hydraulic systems and the push toward electrification and cordless jobsite performance. The conversation focuses on synchronous motion to reduce stress on heavy structures and improve safety.

Lundquist compares the long-established MCS synchronous system with the newer eSync system, a modular, two-person-carry platform that can connect to many existing pumps and cylinders and is available in cordless configurations that eliminate generators for remote, low-fume, or noise-sensitive environments.

Field examples include bridge bearing replacement lifts and lateral push/pull applications like skidding tunnel boring machines and precision compression work in data centers. Lundquist also shares major projects, including lifting the Palace Theater in Times, and highly precise rotor maintenance work at the Niagara Falls hydropower plant.

Check out some of the video examples discussed at the links below:

Palace Theater Lift

Niagara Falls Rotor Maintenance

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Join us on this latest episode of Fluid Power Forum with guest Sven Schnetzler, Head of Global Business Development for Transportation at Camozzi Automation. Discover the latest advancements in pneumatics and hydraulics in various vehicle platforms, and explore the integration of Industry 4.0 technologies, energy harvesting, and more into transportation systems.

Additionally, get a sneak peek at Camozzi's booth at the upcoming Conexpo-Con/Agg trade show in 2026, where they will showcase their enhanced product portfolio, including valves, fittings, and IoT components.

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Join us on this latest episode of Fluid Power Forum with special guest Greg Shtrahman from Marzocchi Pumps USA. Discover the cutting-edge advancements in hydraulic technology, focusing on energy efficiency and substantial noise reduction in their innovative helical pumps. Greg also sheds light on the growing integration of hydraulics in electrified vehicles and industrial applications.

Don't miss our preview of the upcoming ConExpo-Con/Agg, where Marzocchi will showcase their latest breakthroughs. Tune in for an engaging look into the future of hydraulics!

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#FluidPowerForum #Hydraulics #EnergyEfficiency #ConExpo

Explore the dynamic shifts in the fluid power industry from 2025 in our latest episode of Fluid Power Forum! Dive into key trends in hydraulics and pneumatics, tech innovation, and industry consolidation with host Eric Lanke. Hear insights from guest experts Alastair Hayfield (Interact Analysis), Mary Gannon (Fluid Power World), and Sara Jensen (Power & Motion) as they unpack the year's top stories and forecast what's on the horizon. Don't miss this deep dive into the evolving landscape of the fluid power sector.

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In this special holiday re-release on the Fluid Power Forum, we are revisiting Episode 136 with Marcus Herrera, a Sales Application Engineer at HYDAC. In this episode, Eric Lanke and Marcus Herrera delve into the intricacies of functional safety, exploring standards IEC 61508 and ISO 13849, and how these apply to different industries and machines.

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#FluidPowerForum #offhighway #functionalsafety

In this episode of the Fluid Power Forum, we dive into the evolution of electrohydraulic equipment with our guests, Jason Looman and Andy Gray from Scanreco Group. Join us as we explore the role of human-machine interfaces (HMIs) in enhancing operator experience and safety in smart equipment.

Discover how everything from operator feedback to AI-driven designs are shaping the future of fluid power technology. Be sure to listen in for insights on how these innovations are transforming the landscape and what it means for industry professionals.

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On today's show, our guest is Joseph Beckman, the National Sales Manager at Casappa Corporation USA. Founded over 70 years ago, Casappa has a storied history of innovation in pumps, valves, and filtration, and is continuing that tradition today.

Casappa recently presented at iVT to demonstrate their new on-board data digitization solution for hydraulic pumps. Join us to learn how this affects reliability, accuracy, and data analysis. We also discuss use cases for this data, and how this boosts the growth of AI in industry.

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#FluidPowerForum #hydraulicpumps #sensors

On today's show, our guest is Corey Quinnell, VP of Global Engineering at Husco, known for designing and manufacturing hydraulic and electro-hydraulic controls for mobile equipment across worldwide markets.

Expanding on his talk at the iVT 2025 tech conference presentation, Corey talks about the importance of data analytics and shares practical guidelines and ideas to maximize the utility of this tool. We also discuss the case study he demonstrated, and some common areas of inefficiency.

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#FluidPowerForum #thermalmanagement #systemdesign

On today's show, our guest is Vykram Vijayasekaran, the Electrification/EV Thermal Management Manager at AKG of America. With over a century of experience, AKG of America's focus on cooling solutions has resulted in a wide variety of applications and system offerings.

Diving into the current state of thermal management, Vykram breaks down challenges of this field, as well as the benefits users can experience from sophisticated solutions. We also discuss the importance of modeling in early stages of system design.

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#FluidPowerForum #thermalmanagement #systemdesign

On today's show, our guest is Aaron Jagoda, a Systems Engineer in Danfoss' Innovation and Development Solutions Team. This unit specializes in hydraulic system innovation, electrification, and digital control strategies for off-highway equipment.

Expanding on his talk at the 2025 iVT Expo, Aaron provides a deep-dive into this system, it's functions, and some efficiency results based on testing a mini-excavator platform.

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#FluidPowerForum #flowcontrol #valves