Understanding Power Fluid Schematics
Comments Off on Understanding Power Fluid SchematicsIf you’re hoping to learn more about the interesting and exciting world of pneumatic components in Minnesota, you’ll likely encounter a challenging schematic. Without proper experience or a highly specialized base of knowledge, power fluid schematics can seem nearly impossible to read. The ability to read a fluid schematic is essential, however, if you’re hoping
Choosing the Right Hydraulic Filter
Comments Off on Choosing the Right Hydraulic FilterAre you in need of a new hydraulic filter? Choosing the right one comes down to knowing the application for which you’re using it, and the differences among the types of filters available. Here is some information from a hydraulic service in Minnesota to help you ensure you get the right kind of filter for
The Micron Rating for Media in Fluid Filters
Comments Off on The Micron Rating for Media in Fluid FiltersFluid filters get rated based on how well they’re capable of removing particles of a certain size from the fluid in question. A 10-micron filter, for example, can filter out particles that are as small as 10 micrometers. The most common filter ratings that are used are absolute and nominal ratings. These are different methods
What to Consider Before Switching to a Water-Based Hydraulic System
Comments Off on What to Consider Before Switching to a Water-Based Hydraulic SystemMore and more facilities are switching from oil-based to water-based hydraulic systems, for a variety of reasons. Water hydraulic systems are generally safer, cleaner to operate and much less expensive to use than oil-based systems. There are still some limitations and drawbacks associated with using water-based systems, and it’s very important to understand both these
About Water-Based Hydraulic Oil
Comments Off on About Water-Based Hydraulic OilWater-based hydraulic systems have been a fixture of longwall mining and hot metal steel mill processes for years, due in large part to their fire resistance. But it’s not their fire resistance alone that makes them so beneficial—they also pose some significant cost advantages over oil-based fluids that make them attractive to hydraulic facilities. Here’s
The Effect of U.S. Tariffs on Fluid Power Industries
Comments Off on The Effect of U.S. Tariffs on Fluid Power IndustriesIn March, President Donald Trump announced the imposition of tariffs of 25 percent on steel and 10 percent on aluminum. The argument was that the tariffs would be vital to helping reduce America’s trade deficit. While the jury is still out on how these tariffs will affect the economy over the long term, there are