Donaldson Company Inc. has introduced the Donaldson Hy-Pro Reservoir Headspace Dryer. The Reservoir Headspace Dryer (RHD) removes free, emulsified, and dissolved water from hydraulic and lubrication fluids in their reservoirs by generating dry air and circulating it through the headspace. The process enables moisture to transfer from the oil to … [Read more...] about Donaldson reservoir headspace dryer controls moisure, extends fluid life
O-ring failure modes in hydraulic systems: identification, root causes and prevention
Contributed by Xing Hong, Founder, WRKR Seal Hydraulic systems depend on reliable sealing at every connection point. When an O-ring fails in a hydraulic circuit, the consequences range from minor fluid weeping to catastrophic pressure loss, environmental contamination, and unplanned downtime that costs thousands of dollars per hour in heavy … [Read more...] about O-ring failure modes in hydraulic systems: identification, root causes and prevention
The lowdown on fire-resistant fluids
By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor For the same reason you should never put your hand on a hydraulic hose to check for leaks, never use traditional hydraulic oil anywhere near a heat or flame source. No, being around a hot ingot or furnace won't give you injection wounds, but a pinhole spray from a 3,000 psi hose can quickly turn itself into a … [Read more...] about The lowdown on fire-resistant fluids
IFPM 10 fully automatic offline purification system for confined installation use
The Filtration Division of Eaton is expanding its established purifier series with a new, particularly compact size: the fully automatic offline fluid purification system IFPM 10. The unit is designed to remove free, emulsified and dissolved water, free and dissolved gases, as well as particulate contamination from hydraulic and lubrication oils. … [Read more...] about IFPM 10 fully automatic offline purification system for confined installation use
Fuchs Lubricants highlights its Solcenic GM 20 fire-resistant hydraulic fluid
Fuchs Lubricants Co. highlights Solenic GM 20, a MSHA-approved, HFAE fire-resistant hydraulic fluid engineered specifically for longwall coal mining operations where safety, reliability, and environmental responsibility are paramount. Used in hydraulic roof supports to stabilize the mine roof during coal extraction, Solenic GM 20 ensures dependable … [Read more...] about Fuchs Lubricants highlights its Solcenic GM 20 fire-resistant hydraulic fluid
Are clogged hydraulic filters better?
By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor A few years ago, I brought my vehicle into the dealership for servicing, and while I waited, I watched the TV hanging from the wall behind the counter. It was a reel of service schedules, recommended replacement items, and some other upsell commercials. Once, such a video showed a cutaway of a vehicle … [Read more...] about Are clogged hydraulic filters better?
Examining the growing importance of zinc-free hydraulic fluids
In an increasing number of end-use applications, zinc-free hydraulic fluids are becoming desirable to minimize impact, particularly in sensitive environments. By Jared Cornett, Product Manager, Industrial Oils, Lubrizol Hydraulic fluids play an important role in making the modern world work. They are found in countless applications that many … [Read more...] about Examining the growing importance of zinc-free hydraulic fluids
Hallite 668 twin lip static seal helps boost hydraulic cylinder performance and efficiency
At this year’s CONEXPO, Hallite presented its 668 twin lip static seal, designed to maximize seal functionality and high groove stability. It is molded in Hythane 333, one of Hallite’s high-performance polyurethanes, providing easy installation and excellent low temperature performance. “The expansion in the 668 seal range, to include imperial … [Read more...] about Hallite 668 twin lip static seal helps boost hydraulic cylinder performance and efficiency
Hydac launches SustainMicron sustainable filtration solution for CONEXPO
As it prepares for CONEXPO, Hydac announced the North American launch of its new SustainMicron, a breakthrough in filtration technology that sets a new industry benchmark for sustainability, performance, and system reliability. This filtration technology delivers up to 30% lower differential pressure than previous generations while maintaining … [Read more...] about Hydac launches SustainMicron sustainable filtration solution for CONEXPO
A designer’s guide to fluid power seals
By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Seals are often an afterthought when it comes to designing fluid power systems, which makes sense for the majority of applications where off-the-shelf is good enough. Designers select pumps, valves, and actuators based on criteria like flow rates, valve configurations, and pressure capacities, but most of those … [Read more...] about A designer’s guide to fluid power seals
