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?
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
Freudenberg experts weigh in on the future of mobile machinery sealing
If you evaluate seals by cost, they are C-parts. But if you look at the role sealing plays in machine reliability, seals quickly turn into A-parts. And as requirements and environments progress, sealing designs and technologies must as well. Given the latest trends, sealing of the future has the potential to dramatically improve the overall … [Read more...] about Freudenberg experts weigh in on the future of mobile machinery sealing
OxiStop tank prevents contamination and cavitation
Any hydraulic system user must take contamination and cavitation prevention seriously, as these two activities can severely damage components and machinery. One such answer to these problems is HYDAC's OXiStop LID series, a tank solution for hydraulic systems with an integrated, hydraulically driven degassing and dewatering unit. It is designed … [Read more...] about OxiStop tank prevents contamination and cavitation
Low-temperature hydraulic fluids
MV-HO Hydraulic Oil is a petroleum-based multi-viscosity, anti-wear hydraulic oil designed especially for high speed, high pressure, mobile equipment service, and machine tool applications. Special Low Pour Hydraulic oil is suitable for heavy duty, high pressure applications. Its anti-wear characteristics make it ideal for high performance in … [Read more...] about Low-temperature hydraulic fluids
Offline filtration ensures clean-running, efficient machines
Without a doubt, clean hydraulic fluid is the ultimate lifeblood of a hydraulic system. Contamination can reduce efficiency and possibly destroy machinery. That’s why many companies invest in offline filtration systems, commonly referred to as filter carts or kidney loop systems, for the external filtration of hydraulic fluids. Although … [Read more...] about Offline filtration ensures clean-running, efficient machines
Freudenberg Sealing Technologies appoints new automotive president
Freudenberg Sealing Technologies announced today that Rainer Joest will become the new President of its global Automotive Sales and Marketing organization effective April 1, 2016. The company is based in Weinheim, Germany and is part of the Freudenberg Group. Joest succeeds Torsten Maschke, who will leave the company at the end of March to pursue … [Read more...] about Freudenberg Sealing Technologies appoints new automotive president
Follow these 5 simple tasks for efficient hydraulic fluid management
Just having a hydraulic fluid management plan in place doesn’t mean that you are doing it correctly. Managing your lubrication properly is critical in maintaining clean, efficient hydraulic systems, said Jason Kopschinsky, CMRP, director of reliability services for Des-Case. “Not approaching lubrication in a holistic manner, including lubricant … [Read more...] about Follow these 5 simple tasks for efficient hydraulic fluid management
LeakTracker leak detection kit is ideal for industrial fluid systems
Spectroline Industrial has released the LeakTracker kit for use with hydraulic systems, compressors, engines, gearboxes and fuel systems. It comes with the LT-300 LeakTracker UV leak detection flashlight that delivers pure UV light for superior fluorescent dye response. The flashlight is more powerful than most corded, high-intensity UV lamps and … [Read more...] about LeakTracker leak detection kit is ideal for industrial fluid systems
Maintain efficient machines with fluid indicators
Improper fluid levels in a hydraulic system can cause a number of difficult and sometimes even catastrophic failures. For example, having too much hydraulic fluid in the reservoir can cause the reservoir to overflow when a differential cylinder retracts. On the other hand, having too little fluid in the reservoir can introduce air into the system, … [Read more...] about Maintain efficient machines with fluid indicators
