UFI Filters Hydraulics updates the catalogue of the coreless UOW040 offline filter unit

 The catalogue for the UFI Filters Hydraulics coreless UOW040 offline filter unit has been reissued. A representative of the hydraulic industry updates that UFI Filters Hydraulics is committed to designing innovative and sustainable solutions for fluid maintenance. The unit features a coreless design, replacing only the filter media, decreasing material waste, while making the unit lighter and easier to handle. The UOW040 is a portable filtration trolley intended for cleaning and transferring liquids and topping up oil tanks across industrial and agricultural applications. The updated catalogue highlights the useful features of the unit, in particular, its high filtration efficiency and less environmental footprint

New oil and gas extraction technique saves time and money in the permian

 

An innovative hydraulic fracturing method, identified as "triple-frac," is shifting how oil and gas are extracted from the Permian Basin. This process allows businesses, like Chevron, to frack three wells simultaneously from a single drill pad, increasing from the one-well-at-a-time method or the more recent simul-frac method, which handled two wells. The introduction of this technology improves efficiencies by reducing the completion time by 25% and lowering per-well costs by 12% - a significant shift in the industry. The transition to multi-well pads and the development of advanced hydraulic fracturing are major contributors to a third oil and gas revival in the Permian, thanks to lower costs and optimized yields.

Digitalization in Hydraulics: Smart Systems on the Rise

 The hydraulic industry is no longer just about heavy-duty machines—it’s entering the digital age.

Companies are increasingly integrating IoT and automation technologies with hydraulic systems. This allows remote monitoring, predictive maintenance, and advanced data analytics. For example, smart hydraulic cylinders now provide feedback data that helps engineers optimize operations and avoid breakdowns.

Such digital transformation is revolutionizing industries like aerospace, defense, and industrial automation, making systems more reliable and cost-effective.

With smart hydraulics, industries are moving towards a future where efficiency, safety, and intelligence go hand in hand.

Fluid Power Industry Update . Trends, Challenges & Opportunities

 

Introduction

Fluid power—covering both hydraulics and pneumatics—continues to play a vital role in powering industrial machines, mobile equipment, and modern engineering solutions. As we move through 2025, the industry is experiencing both challenges and innovations that are shaping its future.

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Latest News & Updates

1. Positive Signs in Shipments
According to the National Fluid Power Association (NFPA), June 2025 fluid power shipments showed a slight month-over-month dip of 0.6%, but year-over-year growth improved by 2.2%. This indicates that while recovery is slow, momentum is building again for the sector.

2. Rising Demand for Digital & Automation Solutions
Industry 4.0 trends—such as predictive maintenance, real-time monitoring, and smart sensors—are becoming increasingly important in hydraulic systems. Companies are focusing on energy efficiency, leak reduction, and environmentally friendly hydraulic fluids.

3. Recovery Outlook for 2026
At the 2025 IEOC conference, experts suggested that certain segments like agricultural machinery and mobile hydraulics remain weak, but there are clear signs of stabilization. The outlook for 2026 points to gradual recovery rather than sharp growth.

4. European Market Insights
Reports from the Italian fluid power market valued the sector at approximately €4.83 billion in 2024. However, exports are facing slowdowns in 2025. At the same time, opportunities are rising in automation, renewable energy applications, and mobile equipment.

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Key Challenges

• Global economic uncertainty, interest rates, and trade policies continue to affect investment.

• Mobile hydraulics and agricultural equipment sectors are still struggling with low demand.

• Stricter environmental regulations require biodegradable fluids and low-leakage system designs.

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Opportunities Ahead

• Investment in digitalization (IoT, real-time diagnostics, smart fluid power systems).

• Growth in eco-friendly solutions with biodegradable hydraulic fluids.

• Expanding role of automation in mobile and industrial equipment.

• Strong potential for manufacturers who adapt quickly to sustainable and digital trends.

Worldwide Hydraulic Professionals – Driving Innovation in Fluid Power

 Hydraulic systems play a vital role in industries across the globe — from construction and mining to aerospace, marine, and manufacturing. Behind these powerful machines are worldwide hydraulic professionals who ensure smooth operations, efficiency, and innovation.

 Who Are Hydraulic Professionals?

Hydraulic professionals are engineers, technicians, and specialists with expertise in designing, installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting hydraulic systems. Their role is to make sure hydraulic equipment performs at peak efficiency and lasts longer.

 Why Worldwide Hydraulic Experts Matter

• Global Reach: Industries across continents depend on hydraulic solutions.

• Standardization & Safety: Professionals ensure systems meet international safety and quality standards.

• Innovation: From energy-efficient hydraulics to smart fluid power technology, experts push the boundaries.

 Key Areas of Expertise

• Hydraulic System Design & Engineering

• Preventive & Predictive Maintenance

• Fluid Power Technology

• Industrial & Mobile Hydraulic Applications

• Troubleshooting & Repair Services

 Future of Hydraulic Professionals

With the rise of automation, IoT, and green technology, hydraulic experts are adapting to smarter and more sustainable solutions. Their role will continue to grow as industries demand efficiency, safety, and global connectivity.

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 Conclusion

Worldwide hydraulic professionals are not just problem-solvers — they are the backbone of industries that depend on hydraulic power every day. Their knowledge, skill, and dedication keep machines moving and industries thriving.

Hydraulic Contamination, Testing Heat Exchangers, and more.

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I am a grad student working in a laboratory which does dynamic engine testing using a hydrostatic dynamometer. Currently, we have a contamination problem.

Our hydraulic fluid is milky. I don't have any pictures, but the closest comparison I could find was this. More specific pictures may become available if necessary or requested.

Our system holds around 200 gallons. We have yet to send a sample to a lab for accurate testing, but we are way over 50ppm, or even 300ppm. We think we might even have as high as 1%.

We're working on determining where the leak is coming from right now. Any guesses on where so much water (Or other contaminate) could come from now would be great.

We have 3 guesses right now on where it could be coming from.

1. Water-Oil Heat Exchangers (HX)
2. Condensation
3. Human stupidity.

HXes

We're currently in the process of investigating the HXs. There are two currently connected ones. The largest one is connected to the main reservoir. A second one is connected to a pump/motor which functions as a dynamometer.

In '11, the reservoir HX failed, and was quicklyreplaced. I cannot find any documentation yet to see if they did extensive testing on the pump/motor HX to determine if it was broken.

Currently we're doing "testing" on the pump/motor HX, mostly by filling each stage with clear or colored distilled water, and seeing if the other stage comes out as clear or colored. Results have been inconclusive, but these are extremely rudimentary.

Any advice on testing and reasons the HX failed would be appreciated. We believe one reason would be thermal shock. We are dumb enough to run the hydraulic fluid way up, and then reluctantly turn the coolant on.

Condensation

Condensation seems extremely unlikely. Quick HVACcalculations imply that if the entire reservoir was filled with 100% saturated air at 75°F, then dropped to 45°F (Approximate cooling temp), we would only have .08 pounds of water to account for. Even if the entire room was dropped from 50% to 30% relative humidity, we'd only end up with .8 pounds.

We don't think Condensation is a possibility.

Stupidity

Human stupidity seems to be the one thing that would be a catch all, but is also something we can't test.

My thoughts right now is that when the reservoir HXwas replaced two years ago, the cleaning job wasn't nearly what they thought it was. I imagine leaving 3 gallons behind somewhere in a 200 gallon system would not be that hard. I do not currently know what the cleaning procedure was when that HX was replaced.

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I'm mostly looking for experienced input on any of these things, especially the HX testing. Off the top of my head, pneumatic testing of the HX might be in order, and may be the easiest to do.

Some quick specs on the Pump/Motor HX: It's a U-type, shell and tube, rated to 250°F. Shell pressure (Hydraulic Oil) is rated to 500 PSI, tube pressure (Water) to 150. I don't have drawings or more advanced specs, yet. Working on getting that documentation.

Any and all advice will be appreciated. Thanks for your time.