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Why One Hydraulic Pressure Reading Is Not Enough
July 24, 2026 • General BlogHydraulic faults are often misdiagnosed because a normal gauge reading is treated as proof that the circuit is working correctly. Pressure can still be lost across valves, hoses, filters or return lin [...]
3 Fast Facts About Seal Kits
November 8, 2022 • General BlogInside of your hydraulic cylinders there are several seals that perform important functions. These include keeping your cylinders working efficiently, and protecting internal components from being dam [...]
7 Things You Should Know About O-Rings
August 30, 2022 • General BlogAn o-ring is a torus (doughnut) shaped ring that is used to prevent leakage of fluids and gases by filling a clearance gap between two hard surfaces. If you work with industrial machinery, chances a [...]
Does cheaper hydraulic oil do the same job?
June 21, 2022 • General BlogHydraulic fluid has many roles in the smooth operation of a well-balanced and designed system. The foremost role would be that systems demand lubrication to function dependably, and therefore the [...]
Can a needle sized fluid injection injury lead to amputation?
April 26, 2022 • General BlogSomething everyone who works on or near hydraulic machines needs to be aware of are fluid injection injuries. The root cause of fluid injection injuries are pin-hole leaks in high-pressure hose, wh [...]
Beat The Heat: 3 Reasons You Might Experience High Fluid Temperature
February 8, 2022 • General BlogWhen hydraulic fluids and lubricants are exposed to high temperatures for extended periods of time, the fluids will begin to experience permanent deterioration and a major reduction in viscosity. T [...]
Six Reasons Your Hydraulic Pump Is Making Abnormal Noises
November 9, 2021 • General BlogEverybody likes a quiet pump – it just does its job and doesn’t break down often. Although a noisy pump is often attributed to cavitation, not every abnormal noise suggests a pump is suffe [...]
What does Disneyland and a Hydraulic Cylinder have in common?
September 21, 2021 • General BlogWhen you visit an amusement park you probably aren’t giving much thought to hydraulic cylinders. While you focus on having fun, hydraulic cylinders are hard at work, controlling the rides, provi [...]
Why is my Machine Leaking Hydraulic Fluid? 8 Common Reasons You Experience an Internal or External Leak
August 30, 2021 • General BlogWhen it comes to hydraulic leaks it rarely rains, it pours. And even when a leak may seem minor, it can lead to excessive maintenance and operational costs, poor performance, a lack of reliability and [...]
7 Tips For Restarting a Hydraulic Pump After an Extended Shutoff Period
July 13, 2021 • General BlogWe are all aware of the importance of regular use in the maintenance of mechanical parts. It’s the reason we run the engine and air conditioning in a car every 2-3 weeks when a vehicle is going [...]
3 Considerations When Replacing a Hydraulic Cylinder
May 31, 2021 • General BlogHydraulic cylinders can be found in almost every industry, ranging from the food and beverage to marine shipping and construction. Replacing a cylinder may seem like the first option to prev [...]
Does your Hydraulic Oil Require a Change or Flush
April 6, 2021 • General BlogNOTE: The advice provided in this article is not intended to supplement the services of a professional. The rigors of switching hydraulic oils may not be appropriate for the average hydraulic equipmen [...]
12 Preventative Maintenance Tasks To Minimise Component Failings
February 23, 2021 • General BlogThe basic foundation to perform proper maintenance on a hydraulic system has two areas of concern. Preventive maintenance is the regular and routine maintenance of equipment and assets in or [...]
5 Factors to Consider when Selecting a Hydraulic Hose
June 9, 2020 • General BlogWhether you are replacing an existing hose, or building a new system, you’ll need to select a hose of the correct pressure rating, diameter, and length and with the best material properties for [...]
5 Ways To (Safely) Troubleshoot Your Hydraulic Equipment
April 7, 2020 • General BlogMachines break and malfunction all the time. We’ve all seen situations where the machine’s problem was so simple and detectable that an expensive assistance call to troubleshoot a loose ph [...]
3 Hydraulics Maintenance Tips to Reduce Downtime
January 21, 2020 • General BlogUnscheduled downtime can create greater issues than just damaged or unreliable equipment. Site closures and delays in progress can be extremely costly, so it is essential to have the necessary pr [...]
10 Tips for Storing and Cleaning Elastomer Seals
November 4, 2019 • General BlogElastomer seals are built to handle a wide range of demanding hydraulic applications, however improper storage conditions can drastically reduce a seal’s potential shelf life. A seal&rsquo [...]
3 Reasons to Select Genuine Hydraulic Parts Over Aftermarket
August 27, 2019 • General BlogWhen it comes to hydraulic component repair, you may be uncertain as to whether you should purchase genuine or aftermarket parts. For example, should Dynapower motors and pumps be replaced with genuin [...]
4 Reasons Your Hydraulic Hoses are Failing (Plus the Correct Way to Find and Fix Leaks)
July 11, 2019 • General BlogHydraulic hoses are considered one of the major sources of maintenance intervention and unfortunately, accidents, as well. They are manufactured based on strict industrial standards, dictated by the S [...]
Hydraulic Oil and Extreme Weather Conditions: How Oil Viscosity Keeps Machinery Moving
June 25, 2019 • General BlogWhat is Viscosity? Viscosity is a measure of a fluid’s resistance to flow. The ISO Viscosity Grade defines an oil’s resistance to flow at a temperature of 40c. The viscosity of any oil [...]