Marek Bobik
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MFCP Acquires Controlled Motion Solutions, Inc. (COMOSO)
Mon, Dec 07, 2020 @ 05:29 PM / by Marek Bobik posted in news
Press Release
For Immediate Release
December 7, 2020
MFCP - Motion & Flow Control Products, Inc., a leading Parker Hannifin distributor of fluid connectors, fluid power equipment, instrumentation products, and seals, expanded its geographic reach and capabilities in the Southwestern U.S. by acquiring Controlled Motion Solutions, Inc. (COMOSO).
Use Parker Tracking System Tags to Help Your Social Distancing
Tue, Mar 17, 2020 @ 12:02 PM / by Marek Bobik posted in news, safety
We wrote about the advantages of the Parker Tracking System (PTS) back in August of 2013. One of the great benefits we talk about is the ability to order a replacement hose assembly without the need to leave your shop. Today, with mandates for social distancing, the ability to order parts without physical interaction with other people is critical.
Our Bay Area, California Stores are Operated by Skeleton Crews Through April 7th
Tue, Mar 17, 2020 @ 11:26 AM / by Marek Bobik posted in news, safety
Our Bay Area, California stores (in San Leandro and Fremont) are open but only staffed with skeleton crew to comply with the shelter in place order at least through April 7, 2020.
Quicker, Cleaner, Safer Oil Change for Heavy Equipment, Truck & Bus Fleets
Mon, Oct 14, 2019 @ 11:30 AM / by Marek Bobik posted in maintenance, technical, safety
Watch a 2-minute QuickFitTM video to see it work.
OSHA Is Considering Changes to their Respirable Crystalline Silica Standard, Seeks Input
Wed, Aug 14, 2019 @ 03:09 PM / by Marek Bobik posted in news, safety
OSHA Requests Input on Proposed Changes to the Silica Standard
OSHA sent a Trade Release out on August 14, 2019, announcing that they are seeking input from industries affected by their Crystalline Silica regulations. Construction companies, rock cories and any other businesses engaged in jackhammering, cutting or braking rock, concrete, masonry and other materials containing crystalline silica are obligated to employ measures to prevent their workers from inhaling the crystalline silica dust. If you are affected by the regulation, this is your chance to have input.
Comments must be submitted by October 14, 2019. Comments and materials may be submitted electronically at http://www.regulations.gov, the Federal e-Rulemaking Portal, or by facsimile or mail. See the Federal Register notice for submission details.
You may also like to read our earlier blog about OSHA regulation, enforcement and penalties, Save Your Workers' Lungs & OSHA's Staggering Penalties for Violations of Crystalline Silica Rules.
The (corrected) OSHA trade release is provided below:
Comparison of Alternative Actuating Systems: Electromechanical vs. Hydraulic vs. Hybrid
Sun, Jun 30, 2019 @ 11:37 PM / by Marek Bobik posted in maintenance, product update, news
Electromechanical (EM) actuating systems have been increasing in popularity for some time. They have replaced pneumatic and hydraulic systems in many light-duty applications. Today,another option (such as the Parker HAS 500) is available: a hybrid of EM and hydraulic actuation systems, which combines the best of both worlds.
Below we will compare EM and hydraulic systems and take a quick look at the new hybrid system.