By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor When I sat in my first fluid power class 18 years ago, I remember learning about built-in contamination and how the reservoir was the biggest offender. The welds and their slag were the biggest problems, the teacher stated, but a close second was the debris from pipe threading machines. Looking back, it’s … [Read more...] about Where does built-in hydraulic contamination come from?
Archives for October 2024
Unlocking the potential of spin-on filters
By Donald Krause, Industry Consultant, Ohio Fabricators Company Exploring the basics of spin-on filters: design and functionality Spin-on filters have cemented their position as a cornerstone of liquid filtration and tank breather applications, thanks to their unique design and operational efficiencies. These filters consist of a self-contained … [Read more...] about Unlocking the potential of spin-on filters
New biodegradable fluid meets environmental and performance standards
A closer look at Chevron's Bio EliteSyn AW biodegradable hydraulic fluid. Concern continues rising over stern tube leakages and operational discharges that were once considered part of normal operation in marine vessels. A popular 2010 study estimated that marine shipping vessels leak 4.6 to 28.6 million liters of lubricating oil from stern … [Read more...] about New biodegradable fluid meets environmental and performance standards
Greene Tweed welcomes Adam Phan as general manager, Sealing Systems
Greene Tweed is pleased to announce the appointment of Adam Phan as the company’s new general manager of Sealing Systems. Phan brings more than two decades of extensive cross-functional leadership and industry experience in aerospace and defense to his new position. As GM, he will guide the Sealing Systems business and product management … [Read more...] about Greene Tweed welcomes Adam Phan as general manager, Sealing Systems
VS6 electronic differential pressure sensor is a filter clogging indicator
The Filtration Division of Eaton has launched its new VS6 electronic differential pressure sensor. This advanced clogging indicator continuously measures the differential pressure within hydraulic and lubrication oil filters for users to easily evaluate the status of the filter elements. The VS6 sensor features a dust and splash-proof stainless … [Read more...] about VS6 electronic differential pressure sensor is a filter clogging indicator
