Company & Product Announcements

• 05/20/19
  Aerospace Innovator Hydra-Electric to Introduce New Sensing Technologies at Paris Air Show

  Hydra-Electric Company will showcase new sensor and switch solutions at the International Paris Air Show June 17-23, in Hall 5, Stand D-250. #PAS19 #ParisAirShow Burbank, CA — Hydra-Electric Company, an innovator of sensing technology for the aerospace market, announces it... Keep Reading

• 12/18/18
  Aerospace & Defense Technology Publishes Hydra-Electric Paper on SEE

  The December 2018 issue of Aerospace & Defense Technology published a Hydra-Electric technical paper called Single Event Effects in High Altitude Aerospace Applications. The article discusses neutron fluence effect on embedded electronics. READ the published article here > ABSTRACT The... Keep Reading

• 10/15/18
  Longstanding Problem of Contact Resistance in Aerospace Pressure Switches Now Addressed by Hydra-Electric #NBAA18

  New design alleviates the high failure rate of mechanical switches in engine systems and other aerospace applications. #aerospaceengineer #pressureswitch Burbank, CA – October 15, 2018 — Hydra-Electric Company, an innovator of sensing technology for the aerospace market, has announced new... Keep Reading

• 07/13/18
  New White Paper Explores Hazards of High Altitude Radiation on Aerospace Electronics

  Aerospace engineers must consider neutron fluence Single Event Effect (SEE) when designing sensor applications for high altitude use. #aerospacewhitepaper #aerospaceengineer Burbank, CA – July 12, 2018 — Hydra-Electric Company, a leader in sensing technology for the aerospace industry, announces the... Keep Reading

• 07/11/18
  Hydra-Electric to Kick Off 70th Anniversary Celebration at Farnborough International Airshow #FIA18 #FIA2018

  Founded in 1948, the aerospace innovator will again introduce new sensor and switch products at the show, and present its latest white paper on hazards of high altitude radiation on aerospace electronics.  #NextGenSensors Burbank, CA – July 11, 2018 — Hydra-Electric... Keep Reading

• 10/11/17
  Aviation Business Daily: New, Unique Venturi Design for Business Aircraft

  On Day 2 of NBAA, Aviation Business Daily published an article highlighting Hydra Electric’s latest innovation in sensing technology. The article discusses a new unique sensor design for venturi based mass flow systems. Reproduced here for the reader.

• 10/09/17
  Hydra-Electric introduces innovative venturi design for business aircraft applications [#NBAA17]

  Unique sensor design provides greater reliability along with space savings and weight reduction Burbank, CA – October 9, 2017 — Hydra-Electric Company, a provider of breakthrough technology in sensors and switches for the aerospace industry, has introduced a new sensor design... Keep Reading

• 10/31/16
  Hydra-Electric Achieves Highest Levels of Lightning Protection with Latest Sensor Designs [#NBAA16]

  Aerospace innovator successfully meets DO-160 Level 5 requirements in preliminary testing procedures. Product qualification testing to follow. Burbank, CA – October 31, 2016 — Hydra-Electric Company, a provider of breakthrough technology in sensors and switches for the aerospace industry, announced... Keep Reading

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  Hydra-Electric to Introduce New Sensor for High Line Pressure Low Differential Pressure at NBAA [#NBAA16]

  Aerospace innovator expands product line with sensing technology that improves fuel and maintenance efficiencies for fuel flow control and filter applications. #NextGenSensors Burbank, CA – October 31, 2016 — Hydra-Electric Company, a provider of breakthrough technology in sensors and switches... Keep Reading

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  Hydra-Electric to Showcase New Electronic Temperature Switch at NBAA as Solution to Common Failure Issues with Mechanical Switches [#NBAA16]

  New switch provides for greater accuracy and repeatability, even in high vibration environments. Burbank, CA – October 31, 2016 — Hydra-Electric Company, a provider of breakthrough technology in sensors and switches for the aerospace industry, announced the domestic debut of... Keep Reading

• 10/25/16
  Aerospace Innovator Hydra-Electric to Exhibit Next Gen Sensor Technology at NBAA

  Burbank, CA – October 25, 2016 — Hydra-Electric Company, a provider of breakthrough sensing technology for the aerospace industry, will be exhibiting at the National Business Aviation Association [NBAA], the world’s largest business aviation event, November 1-3 in Orlando, Florida.... Keep Reading

• 07/11/16
  Hydra-Electric Announces New Electronic Temperature Switch at Farnborough International Airshow Addressing Common Failure Issues with Mechanical Switches

  New switch provides for greater accuracy and repeatability, even in high vibration environments. Burbank, CA – July 12, 2016 — Hydra-Electric Company, a provider of breakthrough technology in sensors and switches for the aerospace industry, announced that it will be... Keep Reading

• 07/10/16
  Hydra-Electric Introduces New Sensor for High Line Pressure Low Differential Pressure at Farnborough International Airshow

  Aerospace innovator expands product line with sensing technology that improves fuel and maintenance efficiencies for fuel flow control and filter applications. Burbank, CA – July 11, 2016 — Hydra-Electric Company, a provider of breakthrough technology in sensors and switches for... Keep Reading

• 07/08/16
  Aerospace Innovator Hydra-Electric to Reveal New Technology at Farnborough International Airshow

  Hydra-Electric will showcase innovations in sensors and switches that provide greater efficiencies, accuracy and savings. #NextGenSensors Burbank, CA – July 8, 2016 — Hydra-Electric Company, a provider of breakthrough sensing technology for the aerospace industry, will be exhibiting at the... Keep Reading

• 06/22/16
  Hydra-Electric’s Gerry Schauer Wins CFO of the Year Award

  Burbank, CA – June 22, 2016 — Hydra-Electric Company, a trusted provider of breakthrough sensing technology for the aerospace industry, is honored to announce that Chief Financial Officer Gerry Schauer has been named CFO of the Year by the San Fernando... Keep Reading

• 06/14/16
  Hydra-Electric’s Gerry Schauer Is Finalist for CFO of the Year Award

  Burbank, CA – June 13, 2016 — Hydra-Electric Company, a trusted provider of breakthrough sensing technology for the aerospace industry, is pleased to announce that Chief Financial Officer Gerry Schauer is among the finalists for the San Fernando Valley Business... Keep Reading

• 12/02/15
  Aviation Business Daily Introduces NBAA to New Hydra-Electric White Paper

  Burbank, CA  — Hydra-Electric Company, a trusted provider of breakthrough sensing technology for the aerospace industry, was spotlighted in Aviation Business Daily, a publication showcasing news from the 2015 National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) convention in Las Vegas, with the company’s... Keep Reading

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  Q&A on Growing Aerospace Sensor Market in Aviation Business Daily

  Burbank, CA  — Hydra-Electric Company, a trusted provider of breakthrough sensing technology for the aerospace industry, was featured in Aviation Business Daily,  a publication showcasing news from the 2015 National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) convention in Las Vegas. In the article,... Keep Reading

• 11/17/15
  Hydra-Electric Appoints Len Torres As Chief Operations Officer

  Experienced supply chain executive to head operations at the aerospace manufacturer Burbank, CA – November 17, 2015 — Hydra-Electric Company, a trusted provider of breakthrough sensing technology for the aerospace industry, announced the appointment of Len Torres as chief operations... Keep Reading

• 09/10/15
  SAN FERNANDO VALLEY BUSINESS JOURNAL SPOTLIGHTS HYDRA-ELECTRIC GROWTH IN SENSOR MARKET

  Award-winning business publication gives in-depth attention to the development of Hydra-Electric’s sensor expansion. Read the full text of the front-page published article below. MANUFACTURER SWITCHED TO SENSORS AEROSPACE: Hydra-Electric says customers guided new direction. By CAROL LAWRENCE Monday, September 7, 2015... Keep Reading

• 07/08/15
  HYDRA-ELECTRIC APPOINTS DAVID E. SCHMIDT AS CEO

  Accomplished aerospace veteran to lead Hydra-Electric to long-term growth with superior sensor and switch technologies. Burbank, CA – July 8, 2015 — Hydra-Electric Company, a trusted provider of breakthrough sensing technology for the aerospace industry, announced today the appointment of... Keep Reading

• 06/18/15
  Flight Daily News: Impressing the Switch Market

  Thinking of switching suppliers? Then make your way to Hydra-Electric. The Burbank, California-based company (hall 5, C249) is displaying its range of sensors and switches, including its new patent-pending pressure switch. The product uses a disc-contact spring to perform two... Keep Reading

• 06/14/15
  HYDRA-ELECTRIC TO INTRODUCE NEW HIGH TEMPERATURE PRESSURE SENSORS AT PARIS AIR SHOW OFFERING SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE AND RELIABILITY [#PAS15]

  Aerospace innovator expands product line with sensing technology for aircraft engine systems and other aerospace applications exposed to extreme conditions. Burbank, CA – June 12, 2015 — Hydra-Electric Company, a provider of breakthrough technology in sensors and switches for the... Keep Reading

• 06/10/15
  Aerospace Innovator Hydra-Electric to Reveal New Sensing Technologies As Exhibitor at Paris Air Show

  Hydra-Electric will showcase new sensors and switches at the International Paris Air Show June 15-20, in Hall 5, Stand C-249. Burbank, CA – June 11, 2015 — Hydra-Electric Company, a provider of breakthrough sensing technology for the aerospace industry, announces... Keep Reading

• 02/23/15
  Aerospace Innovator Hydra-Electric to Exhibit at HAI Heli-Expo 2015

  Hydra-Electric will showcase its breakthrough sensing technology utilized by rotary wing aircraft programs at the 2015 Helicopter Association International Heli-Expo Burbank, CA – February 24, 2015 — Hydra-Electric Company, a provider of breakthrough technology in sensors and switches for the... Keep Reading

• 01/15/15
  Aerospace Innovator Hydra-Electric Launches Redesigned Website hydraelectric.com

  New Knowledge Center to feature industry content, including white papers, case studies, articles, and FAA updates. Burbank, CA – January 15, 2015 — Hydra-Electric Company, a provider of breakthrough technology in sensors and switches for the aerospace industry, announces the... Keep Reading

• 11/26/13
  Government contractor recognized for quality performance

  Columbus, Ohio — HYDRA-ELECTRIC COMPANY was recently honored by DLA Land and Maritime, Columbus, Ohio, as one of the government’s best suppliers at an award ceremony held Nov. 15, 2013, on the Defense Supply Center Columbus (Ohio) installation. Company management... Keep Reading

• 07/15/12
  Farnborough Report: A Stand Apart

  At this year’s Farnborough Air Show, the recurring word we heard time and time again was “Partnering”. Our industry has and is going through dramatic change. The response by large second-tier companies has been a reevaluation of their relationships across... Keep Reading

• 11/22/11
  Hydra-Electric Company has joined the CALTECH Corporate Affiliates Program

  CALTECH is one of the world’s leading research centers boasting an illustrious history of achievement. Their faculty and research staff investigate the most challenging and fundamental problems in science and technology in a singularly collegial, interdisciplinary atmosphere and educate outstanding students.... Keep Reading