Bashar Kasrawi, product development engineer at Trelleborg Sealing Systems said that there are a number of reasons for seal failure in hydraulic systems, but the most common may be a surprise to some: improper installation. “Seals are sometimes considered a commodity item by designers and engineers—a known quantity that doesn’t appear to require … [Read more...] about How do you avoid seal failure?
Archives for September 2016
Why is it important to minimize overheating in your hydraulic system?
By Dave Marlowe, Owner/CEO, DMAR Technical Training and DMAR Business Centers USA In a previous article, I stated that the most important consideration in the selection of a hydraulic fluid was selecting an oil of the right viscosity. I also explained the difference between viscosity and viscosity index. Now we’ll share insights for the operator … [Read more...] about Why is it important to minimize overheating in your hydraulic system?
UV LED flashlight helps with industrial leak detection
Poorly maintained equipment can leak more than fluids, it can leak money. Spectroline’s LeakTracker (LT-300) is a powerful, economical leak detection flashlight that’s suitable for all industrial fluid system applications. LeakTracker has a high-output UV LED that delivers superior fluorescent dye response, making industrial leaks easier to … [Read more...] about UV LED flashlight helps with industrial leak detection
Trelleborg continues North American expansion with Anderson Seal acquisition
Trelleborg, Fort Wayne, Ind., announced today that through its business area Trelleborg Sealing Solutions, it has signed an agreement and finalized the acquisition of Anderson Seal LLC, a privately owned US-based seal distributor and value-added service partner. According to Linda Muroski, President of Marketing Americas, Anderson Seal was a one … [Read more...] about Trelleborg continues North American expansion with Anderson Seal acquisition
How does a coalescing filter work?
Large contaminants in a pneumatic system are readily captured by general-purpose filters or tend to settle out of a compressed-air stream. Air dryers can effectively remove water from compressed air. But aerosols—extremely small (≥ 0.1 micron) solid particles and liquid droplets of oil and water suspended in the air—remain in the flow stream and … [Read more...] about How does a coalescing filter work?
