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How can you detect leaks in hydraulic systems?

September 18, 2020 By Mary Gannon Leave a Comment

Industrial leak detection kits use fluorescent dye to determine the location of hydraulic fluid leaks.

By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Clean, dry and cool hydraulic oil should last you an indefinite period. As long as you properly condition your fluid, there is no reason to change it or add more. If you're in a position to add hydraulic fluid to your system, something has gone wrong. Either you've had to replace a worn component, taking with … [Read more...] about How can you detect leaks in hydraulic systems?

Filed Under: Featured, Fluids

Where and when to use environmentally acceptable fluids

September 18, 2020 By Ken Korane Leave a Comment

In September’s first installment of the Fluid Power Technology 2020 Virtual Series, Brandon Richards, CEO of PANOLIN America Inc. presented "Where and when should you use environmentally acceptable fluids?” He provided an overview of the types EALs available in the marketplace and benefits of these fluids over mineral-based lubricants. Here are … [Read more...] about Where and when to use environmentally acceptable fluids

Filed Under: Featured, Fluids, News Tagged With: panolin

Varnish Elimination Unit removes sludge from hydraulic fluid

September 4, 2020 By Mary Gannon Leave a Comment

Schroeder Industries Varmish-Elimination Unit VEU cutout

Schroeder Industries introduces the Schroeder Varnish Elimination Unit (VEU). With the scheduled (and often times unscheduled) dollar value of replacement hydraulic parts and the pressure to maintain a 100% planned up-time schedule, most operators are shocked to learn that the level of operational quality lies solely in the cleanliness of their … [Read more...] about Varnish Elimination Unit removes sludge from hydraulic fluid

Filed Under: Contamination Control, Filtration, Fluids Tagged With: schroederindustries

Universal Tractor Hydraulic Fluids ensure smooth, efficient operation

July 23, 2020 By Mary Gannon Leave a Comment

Champion Oil UHTF Universal tractor hydraulic fluid

Champion Oil understands the operational importance of specific hydraulic systems and applications. Universal Tractor Hydraulic Fluids (UTHF) are commonly used in agriculture as well as in many types of mobile and off-road equipment including excavators and loaders. UTHF improve the productivity of farm tractors by protecting the tractor parts. … [Read more...] about Universal Tractor Hydraulic Fluids ensure smooth, efficient operation

Filed Under: Fluids Tagged With: championbrands

Flat-plate heat exchangers enable cool, reliable mining

July 23, 2020 By Ken Korane Leave a Comment

Engineers at GS Global Resources developed a unique flat-plate heat exchanger to cool hydraulics in a mining application.

Mining machines and equipment face tough and unforgiving operating conditions, and the hydraulic systems they rely on have to stand up to the abuse and, in some cases, extreme heat. Facing a unique combination of challenges, a mineral-processing OEM approached GS Global Resources, Mukwonago, Wisc., for engineering assistance while designing a … [Read more...] about Flat-plate heat exchangers enable cool, reliable mining

Filed Under: Featured, Fluids Tagged With: gsglobal

Hydraulic Symbology 304 – conditioning and monitoring

June 24, 2020 By Mary Gannon Leave a Comment

Hydraulic symbology 304 - Figure 1 Filters

By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor The use of hydraulic symbols must be comprehensive in your efforts to detail the workings of a complete hydraulic system. Hydraulic machines consist of more than pumps, valves and actuators, of course, even though they are often the stars of the show. Those stars would quickly fall into the other side of fame … [Read more...] about Hydraulic Symbology 304 – conditioning and monitoring

Filed Under: Blogs, Featured, Filtration, Fluids

Des-Case continues summer webinar series

June 24, 2020 By Mary Gannon Leave a Comment

Des-Case has announced its will continue its online training series, with a new Summer Playlist Series: Thursdays at 11:00 am CST. The following topics will be covered as the company works to educate users on fluids and maintenance. June 25, 2020: What’s Oil Got to Do With It? When used properly, oil analysis is an invaluable insight into … [Read more...] about Des-Case continues summer webinar series

Filed Under: Fluids, News Tagged With: descase

Filler and tank breathers for fixed and mobile hydraulic applications

June 17, 2020 By Mary Gannon Leave a Comment

Ohio Fabricator Co filler breather caps

Ohio Fabricators Company (OFCO) has announced its new line of filler and tank breathers for a wide variety of fixed and mobile hydraulic applications. OFCO breathers are available in a bayonet style, threaded style and as pressure caps. Each style can be manufactured with a black e-coat, chrome or zinc plated cap. All OFCO breathers are … [Read more...] about Filler and tank breathers for fixed and mobile hydraulic applications

Filed Under: Fluids, tanks and reservois Tagged With: ohiofabricatorsco

New oil line indicator is ATEX compliant for hydraulic systems components

June 2, 2020 By Mary Gannon Leave a Comment

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The ELESA ATEX line has been recently enlarged with the new HFTX-EX oil level indicator in transparent technopolymer with an anodized aluminum star-shaped contrast screen. It is characterized by a magnifying lens with a particular shape to increase and improve visibility, even from side positions. Other products in the ELESA ATEX line include … [Read more...] about New oil line indicator is ATEX compliant for hydraulic systems components

Filed Under: Fluids Tagged With: elesa

Oil property sensor measures oil quality, condition and contaminants

June 2, 2020 By Mary Gannon Leave a Comment

TE Connectivity oil property sensor

With companies searching for ways to optimize and ensure longer lifetimes for equipment, reliable and accurate, oil condition monitoring sensors are important. To meet this need, the FPS2800 oil property sensor from TE Connectivity is optimized for fluid condition monitoring in applications from industrial machinery and compressors to off-road … [Read more...] about Oil property sensor measures oil quality, condition and contaminants

Filed Under: Contamination Control, Fluids Tagged With: teconnectivity

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