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The Importance Of Filtration In Hydraulic System Design

Posted on January 6, 2024February 19, 2025 by Hydrastar

In hydraulic system design, the devil is often in the details, and one crucial detail that is easy to overlook but is absolutely critical to your system success is filtration.

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Risk Management Best Practices For Hydraulic Presses

Posted on April 24, 2023July 16, 2025 by Hydrastar

Hydraulic presses are powerful and generally reliable tools but also carry a variety of inherent health and safety risks for operators.

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How To Diagnose & Resolve External Hydraulic Leaks

Posted on January 16, 2023September 24, 2025 by Hydrastar

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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How To Accurately Calculate Torque On Your Valve Actuators

Posted on July 14, 2022February 19, 2025 by Hydrastar

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

Posted on July 7, 2022February 19, 2025 by Hydrastar

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

Posted on June 30, 2022February 19, 2025 by Hydrastar

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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5 Causes Of Premature Hydraulic Pump Failure And The Importance Of Regular Preventative Maintenance

Posted on April 28, 2022February 19, 2025 by Hydrastar

Premature hydraulic pump failure can be caused by various factors, some of which are unique to certain applications. To help prevent pump failures and ensure efficient system operation, it is essential to understand the root causes of premature failure. Read on as we explore some of the most common causes. We’ll also offer some tips […]

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The 5 Core Parts You Need To Build A Hydraulic System

Posted on March 10, 2022February 19, 2025 by Hydrastar

All hydraulic systems, from the most complex to the most basic, depend on a small number of core parts that they share in common. By understanding and utilising these ‘building block’ components, design engineers can customise their hydraulic devices to undertake a very wide range of tasks and applications. Read on to find out more […]

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How To Design An Efficient Hydraulic System

Posted on October 25, 2021February 19, 2025 by Hydrastar

Hydraulic systems combine physics with technology. Finding the perfect blend results in machinery that is powerful and efficient. The basic mechanics underpinning a hydraulic system are easy to understand, but creating an optimised result requires experience. Here’s a quick overview:

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Why Size Matters With Hydraulic Hose Assemblies

Posted on October 20, 2021February 20, 2025 by Hydrastar

Any modern hydraulic system more complicated than a simple push-and-return piston relies on hydraulic hoses to work. Hoses are made up of a rubber interior and exterior with a flexible metal framework, allowing for the transfer of hydraulic fluid (oil) from one point to another in the loop.

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