Category Archives: Industry News

Parker Announces Phase-Out of LS60 Tilt Sensors and Switches

Parker Hannifin’s Electronic Controls & Motion Division has announced the phase-out of its LS60 tilt sensor and switch product line. This announcement follows the discontinuation of the Parker IoT technologies earlier this year. This decision comes as a result of aging component technology, increasing supply challenges, and declining global demand for these legacy devices. Effective […]

Parker Launches Cartridge Valve Configuration in eSYBER

Parker Cartridge Valves

Parker’s Hydraulic Valve Division (HVS) is excited to announce the launch of cartridge valve selection and configuration capabilities within the eSYBER platform. The same trusted, web-based configurator tool widely used for mobile valve assemblies is now enhanced to include cartridge valves, enabling faster, easier, and more reliable product specification. Whether you’re developing a new manifold, […]

Parker Expands D*FP GEN IV Valve 5-Day Lead-Time Program

Parker Proportional Valves

Parker Hydraulic Valve Systems Division has announced an expansion of its D*FP GEN IV Valve 5-Day Lead-Time Program. Effective September 26, 2025, this quick-ship program of direct-operated proportional directional valves will include the D1FB/D3FB, D1FC/D3FC, and D1FP/D3FP valve families. The program supports shipments of up to three valves per order, making it an excellent option […]

Parker Launches R-Series High-Pressure Hydrogen Dispensing Filters

Parker R-Series High Pressure Hydrogen Filter Construction

The Industrial Gas Filtration and Generation Division of Parker Hannifin Corporation has announced the release of its next-generation R Series hydrogen refueling filters, engineered specifically for compressed gaseous hydrogen (CGH₂) used in fuel dispensing applications. These filters, RL0700, RM0700, and RH1000, are the first in Parker’s dedicated line of hydrogen-specific filtration solutions. They are designed […]

Parker Parflex Introduces New Low-Temp Hoses: 53LT & 538LT Series

Parker Duramax 53LT & 583LT Low-Temp Hoses

Super-Flexible in Low Temperature Applications Parker Parflex Introduces DuraMax™ Low Temperature Hose Family Parker Hannifin’s Parflex Division recently announced the launch of the DuraMax™ Low Temperature Hose Series, a next-generation product family engineered to perform in extreme cold weather environments. As part of its strategic product enhancement, Parker will rebrand the legacy 55LT and 563LT […]

The Shift to Electro-Hydraulic Systems | Innovation, Drivers & Implementation Challenges

Parker EPH Electro-Hydraulic Pump

Industry Transformation The hydraulics industry is undergoing a profound transformation as equipment manufacturers transition from traditional internal combustion engine (ICE)-driven hydraulics to electro-hydraulic systems. This shift is being fueled by a combination of environmental regulations, performance demands, and technological advancements. While the benefits are substantial—ranging from energy efficiency to digital integration—the transition brings unique challenges, […]