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
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When should you completely drain your hydraulic system and why?
By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor If you work with a hydraulic technician who services and repairs hydraulics, especially including work on power units, leave this article for a moment and go ask them, "What's the craziest thing you've seen inside an old reservoir?" My own answer isn't so memorable; it's just a half-collapsed suction filter … [Read more...] about When should you completely drain your hydraulic system and why?
Cleveland Tank announces partnership with Zinga Industries
Cleveland Tank is proud to announce a new partnership with Zinga Industries, Wisconsin-based hydraulic filtration manufacturer. Through this collaboration, Cleveland Tank will now distribute Zinga’s replacement and consumable hydraulic products, including filler breathers, filter elements, filter heads and strainers. This … [Read more...] about Cleveland Tank announces partnership with Zinga Industries
Lubrizol launches zinc-free hydraulic additive for enhanced environmental protection
Lubrizol has launched Lubrizol AH933ZF, a zinc-free additive package that enables robust performance and user benefits. Zinc-free hydraulic fluids have been increasingly desirable in recent years as regulators, OEMs and other stakeholders seek to minimize potential disruptions in sensitive environmental applications. Suitable for applications … [Read more...] about Lubrizol launches zinc-free hydraulic additive for enhanced environmental protection
Clarity line of ashless hydraulic oils meets sustainability goals
Chevron announced the reintroduction of its Clarity line of ashless hydraulic oils, which now includes Clarity EliteSyn AW and Clarity AW. The updated products are designed to support equipment protection and efficiency while meeting growing demand for more environmentally responsible lubricants. Chevron’s Clarity EliteSyn AW and Clarity AW … [Read more...] about Clarity line of ashless hydraulic oils meets sustainability goals
Why is hydraulic contamination still an issue?
I've got contamination on the brain. In the past couple of weeks, I have edited several articles focused on the perils of contamination and how to prevent it. In our May issue, we talk about the importance of contamination control in agricultural machinery. We also talk industrial contamination control in our June issue, where we tackle both … [Read more...] about Why is hydraulic contamination still an issue?
Hunting ghosts in your machines with sonar
Air is a troublesome contaminant in hydraulic fluid. Once it enters and becomes entrained, it's a pain to remove. If it goes undetected or unmitigated, it can delay system response, decrease performance, degrade the fluid, and wreak havoc on hydraulic pumps. “It’s not like the bubbles that rise to the surface in your glass of beer. The air … [Read more...] about Hunting ghosts in your machines with sonar
How do you check for hydraulic leaks?
By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Pretty much the only time it’s easy to check for hydraulic leaks is when the power unit and machine are spanking new. The pristine, glossy epoxy paint used on power units makes an excellent canvas for the soft amber sheen of hydraulic oil. And to be fair, testing and startup are the most likely occasions when … [Read more...] about How do you check for hydraulic leaks?
Bio-Ultimax 1200LT hydraulic fluids conquer cold weather challenges
Renewable Lubricants’ Bio-Ultimax 1200LT hydraulic fluids are environmentally friendly, biosynthetic formulas that provide outstanding reliability in low-temperature conditions. These ultimately biodegradable fluids help users avoid the nagging problems of winter, including slow startup, sluggish performance, seal leaks and moisture contamination. … [Read more...] about Bio-Ultimax 1200LT hydraulic fluids conquer cold weather challenges
How do you prevent microbes in hydraulic oil?
By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Microbes aren’t the most common contaminant in hydraulic oil, but they do become a problem when conditions are ripe for their proliferation. Anaerobic bacteria of various forms are the most common to be found within hydraulic fluid, although it’s not unheard of to see fungi (molds and yeasts) in very … [Read more...] about How do you prevent microbes in hydraulic oil?
