Discover our hydraulic solutions for the American market through SAFIM USA
SAFIM, parts of AL-KO Hydraulic Business Segment, focuses on the mobile and industrial hydraulic sector, aiming to create a dedicated business group that emphasizes innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction. The mission of this group is to deliver optimized hydraulic solutions that meet diverse market demands, while the vision is to be a leading provider of hydraulic components and systems globally.
Product support through SAFIM in the USA
SAFIM’s branch in the United States plays a crucial role in servicing the North American market, providing comprehensive product support and technical assistance. This local presence ensures that customers receive timely service, expert knowledge, and customized solutions tailored to their specific needs.
Hydraulic Valves Product Range Overview
We offer a broad range of hydraulic products, particularly focusing on cartridge valves and Manifolds that are vital for efficient hydraulic system operations.
Cartridge Valves
- Mechanical Cartridges
- Pressure Control: Features relief and pressure-reducing valves that manage system pressures effectively.
- Flow Control: Includes solutions like flow dividers and flow restrictors to regulate fluid movement within systems.
- Load Holding: Include counterbalance and pilot operated check valves, these are designed to hold and control a load on hydraulic cylinders and hydraulic motor to prevent free-fall.
- Motion Control: These cartridges are designed with various configurations, including numerous cavity options prevalent in the US market, and offer flexibility in sizes, ratios, and back pressure compensation.
- Solenoid Directional Cartridges
- 2/2 Valves: Available in pilot-operated or direct-acting models for straightforward on-off control.
- 3/2 Valves: Offered in both poppet and spool designs, enabling directional control of hydraulic flow.
- NEW 4/2 and 4/3 Models: Expanding the portfolio to accommodate more complex hydraulic systems.
- Part-in-Body Products (PiB)
The range also includes Directional control valves, in-line relief and pressure control valves, and anti-shock/anti-cavitation blocks tailored for the most common motor mounting flanges. Products come with SAE ports, and are constructed with either steel or aluminum bodies, featuring various surface protection options like zinc plating and anodization.
Applications
The hydraulic cartridge valves are essential components in both mobile and industrial applications due to their precision, efficiency, and versatility. Whether used in construction, agriculture, material handling, manufacturing, or power generation, these valves help optimize hydraulic system performance, enhance safety, reduce maintenance costs, and increase productivity.
Common uses include:
- AG Equipment: Providing efficient and safe operation of critical hydraulic functions.
- Excavators: Offering precise control of the excavator’s boom, arm, and bucket.
- Salt Sprayers: Ensuring reliable operation in demanding environments.
- Mobile Power Units: Providing a compact solution for hydraulic power sources.
- Hydraulic Integrated Circuits: These blocks allow for a high variety of cartridge configurations to optimize system design.
- Manufacturing Equipment and Machinery: Where accurate control of pressure and flow is needed for in critical situations for reliability and minimal downtime.
Unique Selling Proposition
What sets us apart in the hydraulic market is its highly vertical integrated production capabilities. Utilizing advanced turning and grinding machines, along with robust assembly and testing processes, enables the company to offer competitive pricing and exceptional flexibility.
Furthermore, we will design custom cartridge valves and related products based on customer request. This cooperative approach promotes co-design initiatives with the customer, ensuring tailored offerings that match their specific needs and specifications.
Link with SAFIM Product Range
The extensive product range offered by SAFIM is complemented by the capabilities of the DexKo Global Group, ensuring that customers benefit from innovative, reliable, and high-performance hydraulic solutions. Together, we are committed to providing high-quality cartridge valves that meet the highest standards of performance and reliability. Our team of experts is dedicated to supporting you every step of the way—from selecting the right valve for your needs to providing comprehensive technical support for the evolving needs of the hydraulic industry.
For every detail, you are more than welcome to contact: safim.usa@safim-brakes.com
