Argo-Hytos is pleased to announce that Markus Munz will assume the role of Chief Operating Officer effective immediately. He succeeds Dr. Marcus Fischer, who took over the position of Chief Executive Officer of the Argo-Hytos Group in June 2024. With over 27 years of experience in various leadership roles in production, logistics, and procurement, and…
Argo-Hytos names Dr. Marcus Fischer CEO
The Board of Directors of the Argo-Hytos Group AG has appointed Dr. Marcus Fischer as the new CEO. He succeeds Erich Hofer, who will be leaving the Group after more than 10 years, the last three of which as CEO. Hofer has held the position of CFO since 2017 and CEO since 2021 and will […]
Agritechnica 2023: ARGO-HYTOS presents “Everything Hydraulic”
Under the motto “Everything Hydraulic,” ARGO-HYTOS presents its system competence in agricultural technology at this year’s Agritechnica in Hanover. When it comes to hydraulic systems, innovation is in demand, and ARGO-HYTOS is well aware of this. Smart system solutions for fluid and motion control as well as filtration technology or in the field of mobile […]
Electronic control units for hydraulic valve control
Argo-Hytos is launching new sophisticated and versatile proportional electronic control units for hydraulic applications. The EL7 control unit offers multiple types of analog input signals (nine) and also gives the user the option to switch to the CAN bus interface. Everything is easily parametrizable via Bluetooth using the ARGO-HYTOS app, which is free to download […]
Argo-Hytos opens high-tech filter element factory
With the ground-breaking ceremony in May 2019 and the completion of the filter element factory in summer 2020 as an extension of the Kraichtal site, Argo-Hytos has reached a milestone in the digitization of its own value chain. The company has opened its digital filter element factory, “Smart L.E.A.F.,” which stands for lean, digital processes […]
Modular valve system embodies design flexibility
The modular valve system RPEK1-03/B from ARGO-HYTOS, Baar, Switzerland, is a flexible system suited for a wide range of applications in mobile and stationary machinery. The RPEK1-03 (size 03) sectional directional valve, with a maximum flow of 20 l/min (5.3 gpm) per section is the basic component of the assembly. Thanks to a large number […]
Hydraulic tank design is a HIT
The Hybrid Integrated Tank offers a cost-effective upgrade for mobile hydraulic systems. Hydraulic tank systems for mobile equipment must be crafted to handle diverse and multifaceted requirements. OEMs often take a do-it-yourself approach: purchase individual components such as tanks, filters, connectors, breathers and oil level indicators, and mount these parts to get a complete assembly. […]
Hydraulics with a twist: Swivel connections remove stress from hose routing
Designers of hydraulics circuits are typically tasked with ensuring that hose and connections are safe, efficient, leak free and easy to maintain. And it goes without saying that they need to be cost effective and last a long time. That’s readily accomplished when a properly sized hose is stationary and well protected yet easily accessible. […]
2-in-1 suction return filter for cold start applications
In tractors with a mixed response common oil circuit for transmission and power hydraulics, a suction filter is usually used to protect the pump and a return filter to ensure oil cleanliness. To protect the system during cold start, a coarse safety screen is often also installed in the suction line, but this a disadvantage […]
Argo-Hytos announces new filter series
Argo-Hytos, Kraichtal, Germany, has announced a new filter-element series that reportedly offers significant performance improvements over the company’s current Exapor Max 2 elements. The new-generation series, called Exapor Max 3, will be officially introduced at the Hannover Fair in April. According to company engineers, development of the premium filter element series mainly focused on further […]
Online monitoring allows predictive maintenance of hydraulic systems
The concept of Industry 4.0 or Industrial Internet of Things is still new and spreading in major industries with significant investment programs to improve performance, ensure competitiveness and increase value. It is a process that also is revolutionizing traditional maintenance towards smart predictive maintenance, allowing system maintainers to perform services just in time. Real-time machine […]
Cartridge proportional valves for mobile transmissions
The ever-increasing demand for fuel efficiency and emissions reduction continues to spur the need for more efficient and reliable drive systems in mobile, construction and agricultural machinery. These applications require precise, customizable controls, especially regarding the powertrains. ARGO-HYTOS, Kraichtal, Germany, offers innovative powertrain valve systems that help OEMs and equipment users increase reliability, efficiency, performance […]
Mini filter offers max protection
The smallest non-woven filter element ever produced by Argo-Hytos, Kraichtal, Germany, has a diameter of just 25 mm (0.98 in.) and a height of 35 mm (1.38 in.). It is used in the control block of a wheel loader. The miniature filter from Argo-Hytos is only the size of a thumb but, according to company officials, it […]
Modularity for mobile hydraulics
The demands placed on a modern hydraulic system in mobile working machines are varied, but important considerations include reliability, energy efficiency, ease of maintenance and a compact design. Control blocks from Argo-Hytos, Zug, Switzerland, combine standard and application-specific components and provide the flexibility necessary for efficient systems. Different designs, sizes and control strategies can be […]
Hydraulic valves for explosive atmospheres
Potentially explosive mixtures of gas, vapor, mist or dust aren’t unusual in many chemical and petrochemical plants or, for example, in mines. Thus, it is necessary to ensure a high level of protection against explosion for every component on equipment used in these industries, according to officials at ARGO-HYTOS, Zug, Switzerland. When using hydraulic components, […]
High-pressure stainless steel filter from Argo-Hytos
The HFL 180 high-pressure filters of the HFL series are suitable for applications with extreme ambient conditions thanks to their corrosion-resistant filter housings made of stainless steel. Typical applications include the energy and disposal, mining industry, maritime and offshore sectors. Three different housing Three different housing lengths, as well as various filter finenesses, are available […]
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Cleanliness and wear monitoring via modern particle-measurement technology
In hydraulic systems, the oil is regarded as a structural element that handles many diverse tasks, according to engineers at ARGO-HYTOS. Hydraulic fluid transmits power, lubricates, transfers heat, and transports dirt to the filters. Although there are many causes for failure in fluid-power systems, the condition of the oil is usually the main focus besides […]
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Small, big and fast products at Hannover Messe
Among the announcements coming out of Hannover this week, Argo-Hytos introduced the new CFP compact filter pack. It’s a multi-purpose off-line filtration unit dedicated for servicing compact power packs on a daily basis, not just during start-up or breakdowns. It’s designed for tanks ranging from 1 to 100 l in size. According to the company, […]
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Hydraulic tank with integrated filter
Machine manufacturers increasingly demand both functional integration within hydraulic systems and, of course, lower costs. Add to that, today’s engineers expect almost unlimited freedom when creating new designs. As a result, plastics have become an increasingly important material for constructing hydraulic tanks, according to engineers at ARGO-HYTOS. The company’s new injection-molded tanks reportedly offer numerous […]
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Pitching vibration damping for wheel loaders
Over the years, driving speeds of construction vehicles have steadily risen. Even the small- and medium-sized machines for material handling and transport (wheel loaders and telescopic loaders) have…
New filters reduce spare parts and lower maintenance costs
ARGO-HYTOS’ return-suction filter offers functional improvements of the return filter and section or pressure filter, such as excellent cold start characteristics, protection of the filling pump, fewer components and reduction of spare parts and maintenance costs. Additional advantages include one filter for both circuits, the total oil volume being filtered in the return line, more…