Understanding the Functions of Manifold Valves in Hydraulic Systems
July 3rd, 2019Whatever the circuit type, be it electrical or hydraulic, the interconnecting lines in that circuit can’t work without control elements. Switches and transistors take up this duty in voltage-regulated circuits. In hydraulic/pneumatic applications, valves take their place. This is fluid control technology, not electric current, but the ruling principles are similar. For valves, pressures and […]
Understanding Pressure Compensation in Hydraulic Systems
June 19th, 2019Pressure compensation systems operate a little like feedback-based electronic systems. That’s not exactly a surprise, not when hydraulics circuits can become every bit as complex as any electronically based wiring. At any rate, the similarities are there for everyone to observe. When an output change occurs, a fraction of that change is sent back to […]
Why Bearing Alignment is Critical to Pump Life
June 3rd, 2019Bearing alignment difficulties impact all shaft-driven systems to some degree. In a ventilation fan, a poorly aligned bearing will shorten the lifespan of the appliance, and then a cool room will fill up with stifling heat. Noise, screeching vibrations, all kinds of nasty headaches will crop up until the fan stops working. With pumps, though, […]
Key Components in Filtration and Conditioning of Hydraulic and Pneumatic Pumps
May 15th, 2019Just like a healthy circulatory system, hydraulic fluids perform more efficiently when they’re cleaned and conditioned. A person feels weary if their kidneys aren’t doing their job. Likewise, an unresponsive mobile hydraulics system can probably blame a fouled-up fluid contaminant. Knowing this, a repair engineer checks the hydraulic oil. If that oily medium is fouled […]
Understanding Parker Pumps Medium Pressure Industrial Piston Pumps
May 6th, 2019Parker provides a large range of medium pressure industrial piston pumps. Predictably, since this is one of the most recognized names in the hydraulics sector, each series packs a host of performance-tuned features. To achieve this feat, the Parker Pumps engineering chiefs have divided their medium pressure products into four groups of intermediate-strength piston pumps […]
