A Hydraulics Pro Club member from South Africa sent me this story about a hydraulic system overhaul that turned into a troubleshooting nightmare:
“My company was contracted to overhaul the hydraulic system in a beverage pasteurizing unit. The system was extremely simple but the pasteurizer, after 20 years of trouble free service, was going to be critical in the launch … Read more
One of our members wrote me about the following problem:
“We are facing the following problem with our European made moulding machines. If we fill the hydraulic tank with brand new oil, within less than 24 hours oil colour turns dark brown and gives burnt smell. But if we test the oil it shows fit for further usage. Initially we … Read more
Here are 4 reasons why hydraulics pros rarely if ever use a hand pump when troubleshooting a hydraulic machine:
A hydraulic system is a sealed, fluid-filled system. And one that is sensitive to ingress of dirt, water and air. In addition to the contaminant ingression risk, there is always a safety … Read more