HYDRAFORCE High Performance Hydraulic Valves and Electro-Hydraulic Control Systems

We utilize the most advanced equipment and processes for machining, assembly and product testing International manufacturing, service, product design and application assistance are always available from our US and UK facilities. The latest CAD and CAM technologies allow us to provide our customers the most responsive service in the marketplace.

HydraForce Cartridge Valves and Custom Manifolds HydraForce offers one of the most comprehensive lines of high quality hydraulic cartridge valves for the mobile and industrial equipment markets. We are designing high performance valves to meet virtually any need encountered in machine design for flow rates of 0.4 to 300 lpm (0.1 to 80 gpm). Innovative, Robust Design Our "group technology" approach to product planning, design, and manufacturing allows us to use a few basic parts to create many different models. Product availability is enhanced by this cost-effective engineering approach. High Quality, Precision Manufacturing The key to high quality final products is in maintaining precise control of those operations which produce the fits and clearances in critical valve subassemblies. State-of-the-art preparation and assembly equipment enables us to meet critical tolerances for more efficient hydraulic circuits. Our equipment includes the following: • Automated honing/bore-sizing equipment • to .00005 tolerances. • Automated parts cleaning and assembly • equipment. Industry-Interchangeable Cartridges & Cavities HydraForce cartridge valves are designed to fit a wide range of industry-common valve cavities. Cavity thread sizes are shown below. Complete cavity specifications are provided in our Technical Reference Section. HydraForce Valve Size Cavity Thread Size 04 7/16–20UNF–2B 07 5/8–18UNF–2B 08, 38, 58, 98 3/4–16UNF–2B 10, 50, 70 7/8–14UNF–2B 12, 52, 72 1-1/16–12UN–2B 16, 76 1-5/16–12UN–2B 20 1-5/8–12UN–2B 42 M42 x 2,0–6H High Performance, Cost Effective HydraForce System Manifolds • No-leak, screw-in componentry. • Fast and easy valve removal and • replacement. • Significantly reduced plumbing compared • to traditional hydraulic systems. • Optimally-sized integrated circuits for • enhanced design flexibility. More about our Custom Manifold capabilities.

Stringent Quality Control & Testing Both our US and UK operations are registered to QS 9000 and ISO 9001 standards. We are one of a very small number of valve designers and manufacturers to have achieved this recognition for "Total Quality Management." • Statistical Process Control (SPC) of all critical in-house production processes. • On-going supplier monitoring and certification to the QS 9000 standard. • Quality audit of incoming raw parts to a defined Cpk level. • Rigid in-process material tracking with bar-code identification and lot control. • Computerized gauge calibration/control including R & R and capability studies. • 100% final product performance testing. • Automated product testing using PLC's. • Thorough parts cleaning with detailed procedures to meet most stringent • industrial requirements. Product Qualification HydraForce's product qualification policy includes life testing per NFPA standards. Generally, all HydraForce standard products are tested for at least "million cycle" capability. Other qualification testing can be done to meet specific customer requirements. Product Design & Application Assistance HydraForce engineers have established a reputation for their innovative, high quality, yet cost-effective valve designs. When standard models do not meet your requirements, our engineers will design a valve package specifically for your application. Whether designing cataloged or custom assemblies, our Computer-Aided Design (CAD) system enhances our ability to create innovative products. Our comprehensive CAD library is available by subscription at low cost. NEW Heavy Duty Electronic Vehicle Controls HydraForce is pleased to introduce a full line of electronic vehicle control products integrating engine, transmission and other machine functions into a common J1939 or ISO 11783 CAN Data Link control circuit. These systems consist of rugged, field-proven components suitable for heavy-duty operating conditions. PWM digital signal logic maximizes efficiency, response and signal integrity under harsh environmental conditions. Reliability has been proven through extensive testing, as well as years of real-world application experience. More Info Flexible Delivery Our sophisticated on-line software system gives us complete Material Requirements Planning (MRP) control over all scheduling and purchasing functions. This enables us to meet Just In Time (JIT) and most other delivery requirements. International Manufacturing & Service Together, HydraForce, Inc. (U.S.) and HydraForce Hydraulics, Ltd. (U.K.) are able to provide parts and service internationally. International Distribution Our worldwide network of stocking distributors further assures our customers of product availability and technical assistance internationally. About HydraForce. . . HydraForce is aggressively pursuing the hydraulic cartridge valve, electro-hydraulic control, custom integrated circuit manifold, and electronic vehicle control markets. Since our founding in 1985, we have grown to become a world leading supplier of these products. Our success is due to our commitment to innovation and quality in this challenging marketplace. Our products consistently achieve the optimum combination of quality, efficiency and economy. Please come to visit our facilities Customer visits are always welcome. We will be pleased to demonstrate our advanced quality assurance and fabrication techniques, and we welcome your audits and the ideas they generate. Shown above: Our 130,000 sq. ft., U.S. headquarters and manufacturing facility just north of Chicago, Illinois. Shown below: Our 4650 sq. meter (50,000 sq. ft.) manufacturing and office facility in Birmingham, England. Five-Year Limited Warranty All HydraForce products carry a five-year limited warranty against defects in material and workmanship. Complete warranty statement in PDF format.

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