Problems caused by external hydraulic leaks can be costly and time consuming to resolve. By understanding how to diagnose and resolve these issues, you can help keep your system running smoothly and prevent unexpected downtime.
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Smart fluid power systems can drive efficiency savings and improve flexibility and visibility for hydraulic and pneumatic systems, so that manufacturers can identify the location of the actuator at any stage of the process. With readily available feedback and diagnostic information, it’s quicker to enact repairs and complete troubleshooting as required.
Power distribution plays a crucial role in energy efficiency in hydraulic equipment. Electric motors, featuring batteries and inverters that deliver up to 50kW of power, are replacing fossil-fuel powered engines. Continue reading “How ‘Flow On Demand’ Electrohydraulic Distributor Systems Improve Energy Efficiency In Hydraulic Equipment”
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?”
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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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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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.
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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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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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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