Shafts in hydraulic systems that are exposed to loads at right angles to the axis of movement must be fitted with a bearing. In heavy-duty hydraulic applications, the bearing selection is critical, as they must be able to sustain heavy alternating loads, heavy static loads, and shock loads. Continue reading “What Are Bearings In Hydraulic Cylinders, And Do They Matter?”
Are Hydraulic Systems Still Relevant In New Construction Plant?
Although demand for mobile electrification is gathering pace, the hydraulics industry has, so far, largely resisted change. However, a need for clean renewable energy sources and continued evolutions in electric technology has pushed the issue to the top of the agenda, with Doosan Bobcat showcasing its all-electric Bobcat T7X compact track loader at the CES 2022 in Las Vegas.
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New Aluminium Pneumatic Tubing From Festo: What You Need To Know
Festo’s new aluminium pneumatic tubing is designed to outperform steel and laminated varieties. Ideal for new welding cells, aluminium pneumatic tubing is also suitable for retrofitting to existing pneumatic systems, without extensive interruption to the manufacturing line.
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Climate Change, Sustainability, And Hydraulic Systems: The Hidden Costs Of Hot Summers
For manufacturers who rely on hydraulics systems, the recent summer heatwaves have significant implications that can affect the performance and reliability of their equipment. The effects of climate change mean it is more likely that hydraulic machines will have to operate at much higher ambient temperatures than usual.
How To Accurately Calculate Torque On Your Valve Actuators
If you’re using ball-joint swivel valves to regulate flow in your hydraulic or pneumatic applications, you’ll need to understand how mechanical torque enables operation and precision control.
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The Direct And Indirect Costs Of Hydraulic Leaks – And What You Can Do About Them
Hydraulic leaks can have both direct and indirect costs. In this article, we address the main consequences to be aware of, how to diagnose a hydraulic fluid leak, and strategies you can adopt to avoid them.
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How To Specify The Right Actuators For Your Valves
High-pressure hydraulic or pneumatic systems rely on multiple control valves to determine the loop’s flow direction, rate, and intensity. However, certain mechanical valves don’t remain static while in use; they can open, close, and variate their throughflow (via torque or piston motion).
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How To Improve Safety Standards When Automating Pneumatic Applications
Poorly designed pneumatic automation systems can be dangerous. Backfires, free hoses, accidental starts, ‘whipping’, and sudden part ejections all risk irreversibly damaging valuable machinery and posing a safety risk to operators.
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Gates Hoses: 4 Advantages Of The Gates Integrated System Approach
Being able to manufacture your own hose assemblies is crucial for a highly functioning, safe, and profitable workplace. The Gates self-assembly system offers enhanced flexibility and versatility, reducing costly hydraulic machinery downtime, alleviating health risks to personnel, and extending your servicing capabilities. Cost savings follow, as your hydraulic equipment achieves higher levels of productivity and reliability, and maintenance is less frequent and time-consuming.
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How To Choose The Right Gates Crimping Machine
Selecting the right crimping machine for your workshop is a decision that you cannot afford to get wrong. Accurate crimping is essential, not only for the efficient operation of hydraulic machinery and the prevention of costly downtime, but also for the safety of personnel. The extremely high-pressure level in hydraulics systems increase the risk of a hose detachment, which could cause the sudden and uncontrolled release of hot liquids, causing serious or life-changing injuries to machine operatives and bringing your production line to an immediate halt.
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