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Hydraulic oil analysis part 5 — acidity and its impacts

September 11, 2024 By Mary Gannon Leave a Comment

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By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor In part 5 of this series covering hydraulic oil analysis, we move on to discuss acidity. As it pertains to hydraulic oil, we need to know the total amount of acidic substances found within the sample. Most commonly referred to as the Total Acid Number, or TAN for short, the lab will test the oil to tell you … [Read more...] about Hydraulic oil analysis part 5 — acidity and its impacts

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Hydraulic oil analysis part 4 — water’s impact

June 27, 2024 By Mary Gannon Leave a Comment

Got milk(y) hydraulic oil? Hopefully your hydraulic oil isn't this obscure, but milky oil is a sure sign of water saturation.

By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor In Part 4 of the hydraulic oil analysis series, we will tackle one of the most essential qualities of hydraulic oil you must test and understand. Particle contamination, for example, may take months or years to erode critical components to the point of failure, but water infiltrating your pumps, valves, and … [Read more...] about Hydraulic oil analysis part 4 — water’s impact

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Hydraulic oil analysis part 3 — measuring and controlling particle contamination

June 5, 2024 By Mary Gannon Leave a Comment

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By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Particle contamination is the proverbial lord of the contamination cartel. Particles get all the attention in this world, and rightfully so. Particle contamination-related failures likely outpace water, varnish and heat combined (yes, heat is a form of contamination). It would come as no surprise, then, that … [Read more...] about Hydraulic oil analysis part 3 — measuring and controlling particle contamination

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Non-drip oil draining and refilling system ensures residue-free machines

May 9, 2024 By Mary Gannon Leave a Comment

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Femco has released a new series of drain plugs and clickers — The Non-Drip system, which was specifically created to rapidly drain and refill oil from vehicles or machines without leaving any residue afterwards. This is a game changer for industries that demand a safe and clean work environment (for example: trucking, construction, mining or … [Read more...] about Non-drip oil draining and refilling system ensures residue-free machines

Filed Under: Fluids, News Tagged With: femco

Hydraulic oil analysis part 2 – determining viscosity

May 9, 2024 By Mary Gannon Leave a Comment

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Last month, we discussed how vital an oil analysis program is for the reliability of your hydraulically powered machinery. This article is the second in the series where I discuss the many important qualities a competent oil analysis lab can identify for you. Oil viscosity is a primary driver in the oil selection process and is often the only … [Read more...] about Hydraulic oil analysis part 2 – determining viscosity

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A primer on hydraulic oil analysis

March 20, 2024 By Mary Gannon Leave a Comment

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By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor This article is the first in our series (find the rest here: part 2 viscosity, part 3 particles, part 4 water, part 5 acidity, and part 6 spectrometry) on hydraulic oil analysis programs. Hydraulic oil is the lifeblood of your hydraulic system, circulating primarily as a power transmission medium but also … [Read more...] about A primer on hydraulic oil analysis

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How long should hydraulic fluid last?

February 28, 2024 By Mary Gannon Leave a Comment

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By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Forever. It should last forever. Thanks for reading, and come back next week for more YouTube Shorts. I kid, of course, although there is always truth in comedy because you should treat your oil as your forever fluid. Of course, simply showering your hydraulic fluid with love will not guarantee a lifelong … [Read more...] about How long should hydraulic fluid last?

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How can you tell if you have air in your hydraulic oil?

December 6, 2023 By Mary Gannon Leave a Comment

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By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Hydraulic systems are the workhorses of many industries, powering everything from heavy machinery to manufacturing equipment. The lifeblood of these machines is hydraulic oil, which transmits power, dissipates heat, carries away contamination and lubricates components. However, just like any other fluid-based … [Read more...] about How can you tell if you have air in your hydraulic oil?

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SENSE-2 real-time oil monitoring system reduces operating costs

November 16, 2023 By Mary Gannon Leave a Comment

Tan Delta SENSE-2 Display Kit

Tan Delta Systems, a manufacturer of real-time oil quality monitoring sensors and systems, is leading the way within the manufacturing and lubrication sector with the launch of SENSE-2. The new oil condition monitoring kit provides real-time data about machine oil quality to optimize maintenance and reduce operating costs. The SENSE-2 is … [Read more...] about SENSE-2 real-time oil monitoring system reduces operating costs

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Eco-friendly shipping is possible with EALs

October 26, 2023 By Mary Gannon Leave a Comment

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The global shipping and marine industry is, like all industries, pursuing new ways to become more environmentally friendly. The use of environmentally acceptable lubricants (EALs) can make a major impact in that push. By Joshua Dickstein, Ph.D., Technology Development Manager, The Lubrizol Corporation Industries around the world are making … [Read more...] about Eco-friendly shipping is possible with EALs

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