Water hammer is the term used to describe the effect that occurs when the velocity of the fluid moving through a pipe suddenly changes. Sudden change in fluid velocity causes a pressure wave to propagate within the pipe. Under certain conditions, this pressure wave can create a banging noise, similar to that you would expect to hear when beating a … Read more
Why You Should Record All Hydraulic Oil Top-Offs
According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), more than 700 million gallons of petroleum products enter the environment each year. Around half of which is through irresponsible and illegal disposal. But hydraulic industry experts estimate that when it comes to hydraulic oil, between 70 and 80 percent of that lost to the environment is through leaks, spills, line … Read more
Hydraulic Component Repair Using Aftermarket or Non-Genuine Parts
Repairing a hydraulic component involves reworking or replacing all of the parts necessary to return the component to ‘as new’ condition–in terms of performance and expected service life. In many cases, repairing a hydraulic pump, motor, or cylinder can result in significant savings when compared with the cost of purchasing a new one.
The economics of proceeding with any hydraulic … Read more