Contributed by Sam Kaye, CFPSD,CFPS, CFPMM, CFPMT, Application Manager, RHK Hydraulic Cylinder Services Inc. The maintenance department is the cornerstone of any company that relies on equipment to generate profit. As the name suggests, the main function of this group is to maintain equipment and prevent breakdowns. But when equipment failures … [Read more...] about Has contamination turned your maintenance department into the emergency repair department?
Schroeder Industries expands its oil dehydrator series
Schroeder Industries has expanded its line of North American Vacuum Dehydrators with the all-new NAV 5 Vacuum Dehydrator. With the success of its NAV 30 gpm vacuum dehydrator, Schroeder saw a need to offer a 5 gpm version to condition smaller reservoirs under 600 gallons. The NAV 5 is compact coming in roughly 9 in. smaller in length and over … [Read more...] about Schroeder Industries expands its oil dehydrator series
Trelleborg launches an enhanced website presence
Trelleborg Group has upgraded its online presence over its more than 70 global websites. This monumental task has resulted in visual updates, but more importantly, it offers an improved and more responsive user experience and a platform that will allow further enhancements with even more interactive elements in the future. According to Richard … [Read more...] about Trelleborg launches an enhanced website presence
What are the benefits of urethane seals?
By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Urethane (or polyurethane) seals are among the most versatile and durable materials used in fluid power sealing. Urethanes are cast into billets or molds to create the seals used in many of the hydraulic components you see every day, such as pump shaft seals, cylinder pistons and rod seals. The material … [Read more...] about What are the benefits of urethane seals?
All-in-one fluid, vibration, and process measurement
Schroeder Industries has added the Machine Condition Monitoring System MCMS 2000 to its line of data analytic solutions. In machine condition and statistical analysis, there are a lot of variables to watch for when it comes to preventing unplanned downtime. The Machine Condition Monitoring System (MCMS 2000) is specially tailored to meet the … [Read more...] about All-in-one fluid, vibration, and process measurement
Effects of aging on elastomer seals
Contributed by Danny Nghieu, EIT, Colonial Seal Elastomers are widely used due to their relatively high strength, low abrasion rate, and resistance to water, oils, and other chemicals. The mechanical properties of elastomers, namely their tensile strength and hardness, can change over time when the product is sitting in storage. The storage … [Read more...] about Effects of aging on elastomer seals
A brief introduction to hydraulic system filter placement
Contributed by Don Krause, Business Development, Ohio Fabricators Company Filtration has come a long way since the beginning of time. Believe it or not, filtration goes all the way back to ancient times. The Egyptians used to strain mash grapes through fabric and make grape juice and wine. Even the use of filters to purify water and make it … [Read more...] about A brief introduction to hydraulic system filter placement
Trelleborg launches IntelliStok to make parts management easier and safer
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions announces the launch of IntelliStok in Canada and the United States. IntelliStok is a wireless vendor-managed inventory solution that eliminates the need to manually check and scan inventory, potentially saving thousands of dollars each year. Designed to work with Kanban-based rack and bin systems, the … [Read more...] about Trelleborg launches IntelliStok to make parts management easier and safer
Vacuum oil dehydrator available for 5-day quick shipping
Schroeder Industries has added the North American Vacuum Oil Dehydrator to its QuickDelivery Program – superior filtration products shipped in 5 days. If you are noticing a hazy or milk-like appearance in your hydraulic fluid, there’s a good chance you have water in your system. The North American Vacuum Dehydrator (NAV) employs a low … [Read more...] about Vacuum oil dehydrator available for 5-day quick shipping
Trelleborg launches next-gen Turcon VL Seal II for hydraulic aircraft systems
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions Aerospace launches the unique and revolutionary Turcon VL Seal II for hydraulic sealing of actuators in flight controls and landing gear, and seals in landing gear shock absorbers. Based on the groundbreaking and well-proven Turcon VL Seal, this new generation seal offers enhanced sealing efficiency, easier … [Read more...] about Trelleborg launches next-gen Turcon VL Seal II for hydraulic aircraft systems