High-Temperature Seals
What is “high temperature” in hydraulic-sealing applications? Most hydraulic seals are NBR rated at 250ºF. So is anything over 250ºF high temperature? …
Money Wasted Due to Air Leaks
ONE THING I FIND in maintenance costs is money wasted due to air leaks that drive a compressor runtime through the roof and the electric bill along with it. A …
In the “Heat” of the Moment
IN THE “HEAT” OF THE MOMENT of a pneumatic system troubleshooting exercise, skilled workers frequently overlook the most important step. If this step is …
What’s in Your Toolbox? – Digital Measuring Tools
As technology advances, prices tend to become more affordable. Digital measuring tools have advanced into the 21st century. What was once reserved for …
Vacuum Assist to Lift Single-Acting Vertical Hydraulic Cylinders
For discussion purposes, we will assume the cylinder is 4 inches in diameter, the rod is 2 inches in diameter, and all math figured here is approximate. This …
Keep That Pressure Under Control!
Machinery in a plant often operates at pressure settings higher than that actually needed to get the job done. Elevated pressure settings can cause excessive …
Hmmm…Did I Torque Those Bolts?
HMMM…DID I TORQUE THOSE BOLTS? Am I sure I got ‘em all? It’s a common question when rebuilding anything that requires nuts or bolts to be torqued to a …
Hydrostatic Transmission Components
HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION COMPONENTS today are of such high quality and efficiency they don’t allow enough exchange of oil in the loop to keep temperatures …
Things to Remember for an Equipment Maintainer
THINGS TO REMEMBER if you are an equipment/machine maintainer, whether industrial, mobile, or even pneumatic: When selecting a replacement hose, consider …
Keep Compressed Air Dry!
It is vital to keep compressed air dry. Most compressed air systems have liquid water and water vapor, as a consequence of the compression of ambient air. Even …
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