As you’re hopefully well aware, an unrestricted case-drain line is essential on a piston-type hydraulic motor, whether it’s axial, radial or bent-axis design. But when it comes to gear designs-external, internal and gerotor, a case-drain line is generally considered optional. This is because these types of motors don’t have a large-volume case or sump like piston motors do. But they … Read more

One of our members who recently downloaded and read my “6 Costly Mistakes…” report, is contemplating a change from electro-mechanical drive to hydraulic:

“I am just starting to work with hydraulics and so I’m trying NOT to make mistake #8 (not getting an education in hydraulics). We are a small manufacturing company that produces honey extracting equipment, and we are … Read more

In a previous blog post I discussed how being engaged and caring about what you’re doing often has a cost associated with it. The odd sleepless night and premature grayness come to mind. But if you think you’ve got more than your fair share hydraulic headaches, this story may put them into perspective:

“I am a maintenance planner at a … Read more