Des-Case has launched a new varnish removal and prevention system. Varnish is a common problem for a wide range of hydraulic fluids and lubricants, especially in turbine and plastic injection molding applications. Compatible fluids include mineral oil, synthetic ester, and phosphate esters. It results in: valves sticking shorter fluid … [Read more...]
More desiccant and increased airflow means longer life for breathers
Des-Case has recently improved its breather designs, featuring more desiccant and increased airflow without increasing the external dimensions of the breather, which adds up to 25-50% longer breather life. Now its VentGuard, Standard and HydroGuard breathers feature the new options, including: Domed cap to allow for better washdown … [Read more...]
IsoLogic connected desiccant breather from Des-Case is first IIoT breather on market
Des-Case Corp. today announced the launch of IsoLogic, the first connected desiccant breather. The patent-pending device is Des-Case’s first entrance into the rapidly growing Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) space, expanding on the launch of the first desiccant breather by the company in 1983 and its many innovations since. It is projected … [Read more...]
Des-Case acquires RMF Systems from Doedijns Group
Des-Case Corp. today announced its acquisition of RMF Systems, a specialist in desiccant breathers, filtration systems, analysis and monitoring solutions to maintain hydraulic oil and lubricant cleanliness. With the addition of RMF, Des-Case will provide a broader range of solutions, greater customer convenience and deeper professional … [Read more...]
Clean systems start with hydraulic fluid storage and transfer
IsoLink Oil Transfer Containers from Des-Case play a critical part in keeping hydraulic fluids contaminant free and dry during small volume transfers from oil barrels to the system. Available in three sizes — 4, 7 and 10 liters, they feature a square design that provides 27% more storage capacity than round containers. These containers are used … [Read more...]
Industrial Growth Partners invests in Des-Case
Industrial Growth Partners (IGP) acquired parent company Des- Case Corporation. IGP is a specialist private investment partnership with $2.2 billion in capital raised since inception that provides equity capital to industrial manufacturing companies. IGP concentrates on leading, niche manufacturers of engineered products used in critical … [Read more...]
The importance of fluid power contamination control
Contamination is widely recognized as the leading cause of premature failure in fluid-power systems. Thus, keeping contaminants in check helps ensure components and systems perform as intended and last a long time, with minimal unscheduled downtime. Heed the following advice for proper fluid power contamination control. Contamination comes in … [Read more...]
Des-Case repeats as a Tennessean top workplace
Des-Case Corporation has been named a Tennessean Top Workplace for the second year in a row. The annual nationwide selection program, implemented by a group of regional daily newspapers across the country and WorkplaceDynamics, an employee survey firm, named the most desirable places to work in the U.S. Des-Case was ranked 22nd in the Middle … [Read more...]
Clean hydraulics: contaminant removal
Demand for higher efficiency, enhanced output and tolerance of tough terrains make it increasingly more difficult to ensure machines perform at their peak. High-performance hydraulics may be built for these conditions; however, good fluid-handling practices can keep equipment running better, longer. Particulate and moisture contamination of … [Read more...]
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...]
