Literally, every fluid power system counts on soft-sealing technology to contain high-pressure liquid, allowing hydraulic energy to transmit useful work. The most common rubber technology in today’s fluid power system is synthetic, such as Buna nitrile or urethane. Each type of polymer has its advantages, but they also differ in their … [Read more...] about How does hydrolysis affects seals?
Archives for February 2020
Low-pressure filters feature unique box geometry for longer life
MP Filtri will be highlighting its new ELIXIR low pressure filters at IFPE 2020 next month. The new designs are rated to 232 psi, are lighter, easy to use and kinder to the environment. They include inline connections, zero leakage bypass valve and cartridge style element and reusable bowl and suction, return and supply line configurations with … [Read more...] about Low-pressure filters feature unique box geometry for longer life
Trelleborg Presents Technical Sessions at International Sealing Conference
Dr.-Ing Mandy Wilke, Senior Management Global Technical Management at Trelleborg Sealing Solutions, will present two technical sessions at the 25th International Conference on Fluid Sealing 2020 that will take place in Manchester, England, March 4-5. “Fluid power is often seen as an industry where there are few new innovations. As a developer, … [Read more...] about Trelleborg Presents Technical Sessions at International Sealing Conference
Air and oil don’t mix
At Fluid Power World’s recent Fluid Power Technology Conference in Cleveland, Tom Wanke of the Milwaukee School of Engineering discussed the importance of contamination control in hydraulic systems. One focus was on gaseous contamination. Here are some highlights of his presentation. We can break physical contaminants in a hydraulic system … [Read more...] about Air and oil don’t mix
Offline filtration loop adapters ensure clean reservoir fluids
When hydraulic systems need to be cleaned, there’s no easy way to access the fluid inside reservoirs. As any user of fluid power knows, new and used hydraulic fluids typically are not pre-filtered and can be highly contaminated. One-pass filtration systems aren’t enough. Opening the filler breather cap while filling the reservoir allows airborne … [Read more...] about Offline filtration loop adapters ensure clean reservoir fluids
