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Parker’s Gold Cup Series of pumps and motors are specifically designed for closed loop hydrostatic drive systems like the ones used to propel the continuous miner.  Continuous miners also have several ancillary hydraulic systems for various support functions.  The cutting heads performing the work at the face of the ore deposits are linked with a trim chain which is hydraulically tensioned, and the protective canopy shielding the operator from falling debris is also controlled hydraulically. These ancillary hydraulic circuits are powered through an open loop hydraulic system using Parker’s P1/PD series axial piston pumps and controlled through our D1VW and D3W series directional control valves.

The ore cut from the deposit it is moved to the back of the boring machine through a series of cross conveyers which are positioned hydraulically using Parker’s Calzoni Series MR fixed displacement radial piston motors.  From there the ore is moved to storage until it is ready to be hoisted to the surface by the skip where it is transferred to the mill for processing.

Roof bolters are machines used to secure the tunnels and ensure no falling debris will pose a danger to underground personnel.  These units utilize closed loop hydrostatic drive systems to propel them, and Parker’s C Series variable displacement axial pump and motor combinations are designed to meet the rigorous requirements of this application.  To perform the bolting function, the machines have multiple tools mounted on the boom.  The first tool drills the holes and then indexes to a second tool which threads the bolt, securing the wire mesh in place.  The flow sharing feature of Parker’s L90 series directional control valves balances the functionality of the equipment, facilitating a smooth transition of hydraulic power between circuits making the unit more productive.

Fixed plant operations like crushing/cleaning, floatation/drying and sizing/compaction use hydraulic power units to operate the equipment.  The monitoring of hydraulic system pressure and temperature is critical for proper power unit operation.  For situations where the environment can be hazardous or in many cases hard to reach, Parker’s SensoNode Blue sensors can be used to collect the necessary preventative maintenance data used to make decisions that will ensure maximum equipment up time.

Parker offers the industry’s largest selection of hydraulic directional control valves, known throughout the industry for their performance and reliability. Improve efficiency, increase safety and reduce downtime.

Parker's diverse selection of mobile controller displays includes programmable IQAN master display units for use in machine applications, as graphical user interfaces, and as CAN gateways; HMI display modules for use in many mobile machines; and rugged, general-purpose PHD suitable for use in off-road equipment.

Parker's broad range of energy-efficient hydraulic pumps includes displacement models of variable piston, fixed vane and fixed gear pumps. Designed to handle a wide range of applications, Parker pumps are available with electronic and computer controls and, like all Parker products, these pumps are manufactured with the finest materials under strict quality control.

Parker offers the widest range of specialty, industrial, hybrid and hydraulic hose in the industry. Our comprehensive line includes low pressure, medium pressure and high pressure pneumatic and hydraulic hoses that are resistant to heat, ozone, weather, chemicals, oil, flames, UV and abrasion. Parker is the largest hose manufacturer in the world and provides an engineered solution to all of your hose product needs.

Parker’s full line of high and low speed motors provide power ranging up to 15,000 inch-pounds of torque with speeds ranging from 1/2 rpm to 13,000 rpm. A complete range of sizes is offered in gear, gerotor, vane and piston style operating configurations. Fixed and variable displacement motors are available. Parker hydraulic motors deliver excellent performance with high efficiency, true wear compensation and longer service life.

Parker’s comprehensive range of tube fittings and tube fabrication equipment ensures your systems have the leak-free connections needed to improve your systems uptime and production.

Parker's condition monitoring solutions are designed with accuracy and efficiency in mind, our sensors are engineered to work in perfect harmony with our software. SensoNODE™ and Voice of the Machine™ are rooted in the Industrial Internet of Things, giving users an advanced condition monitoring solution that is fundamentally transforming operational efficiency. For MRO troubleshooting, ServiceJunior diagnostic test kits are ideal to digitally measure pressure and capture min and max fluctuations in any hydraulic or pneumatic system.

Parker offers low, medium, and high-pressure hydraulic filters capable of a wide range of temperatures for use in extreme operating environments. Also available are a broad range of compact portable purification systems and automatic vacuum dehydrator systems, as well as accessories to compliment these products. Our hydraulic pressure filters are highly suitable for industrial and mobile applications.

Parker's range of hydraulic accumulators deliver precise regulation and are designed to regulate the performance of bespoke hydraulic systems. Our hydraulic accumulator models offer high and low-pressure variants depending on the application requirements and our lightweight diaphragm hydraulic accumulators are ideal for industries where weight and space are important factors. All of these devices are available with a broad selection of configurations and are easy to install. The quality design of our devices guarantees optimal performance and service life.

Parker offers an industry-leading range of actuators and cylinders for pneumatic and hydraulic systems. These actuators and cylinders come in a wide range of construction types, ranging from compact light duty aluminum air actuators to heavy duty hydraulic designs.

For years, our customers asked for a fast, easy and exact way to track, manage and locate parts. So, 11 years ago, the Parker Tracking System (PTS) was introduced. Now, we listen to our PTS users to continually add functionality and improve the user experience. With two platforms to manage assets, PTS Mobile App and PTS Web App, you are a click away from retrieving product information, scheduling a service event, and more.