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News Release from: Shaw Hydraulics | Subject: Lightweight aluminium hydraulic cylinders
Edited by the Manufacturingtalk Editorial
Team on 10 November 2006
Aluminium hydraulic cylinders are
lightweight
A lightweight aluminium alternative to steel hydraulic cylinders are now available in weights as low as one-third of that of their steel counterparts.
Shaw Hydraulic - the UK distributors of Enerpac hydraulic equipment are pleased to announce the new lightweight aluminium alternative to steel cylinders The new range which includes single acting, lock nut, hollow plunger and double acting are now available in weights as low as one-third of that of their steel counterparts, yet their physical size is virtually the same as for steel
This article was originally published on Manufacturingtalk on 10 Oct 2006 at 8.00am (UK)
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The lightness of aluminium cylinders provides a two-fold benefit: not only are they easier to handle but the jack size that can be handled manually by one or two workers is doubled.
* Aluminium cylinders, whilst offering the most lightweight solution, also have some unique features such as the following.
Removable Hardened Saddle - protects plunger from abrasive damage.
Stop Ring - absorbs eccentric loading.
Composite Bearing - reduces side-load issues and increases cylinder life.
Hard Coated Plunger and Base - resists wear and prevents galling.
7075-T6 Aluminium Alloy Components - for maximum strength and mimimum weight.
Plunger Return Spring - on all single-acting models for prompt cylinder return.
Steel Base Plate - protects cylinder base from abrasive surfaces and load-induced damage.
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