Functions of Cylinders in Pneumatic and Hydraulic Pumps
Blog | April 29th, 2016Fluid power rules the moving parts of a heavy lifter. Log splitters and cranes use hydraulic energy. Massive excavators are powered by fluid circuits, oil and air-powered valves and pistons. Even the air brakes used in heavy equipment rely on pneumatically-derived energy, the generation of force through the manipulation of fluid properties. Basic Principles Cylinders […]
Importance of Filtration and Conditioning of Hydraulic Pumps
Blog | December 15th, 2015In comparing electrical circuitry to hydraulic flow, we’ve discovered similarities. There are switching and branching instances in both systems. Resistance slows electrical current and a physical impedance slows the circulation of a fluid. Replete with comparisons, the analogy also extends to the pure state of the circulating medium,. Electricity must be clean of voltage spikes […]
MHS Is the Official Product Distributor of Parker Pumps
Blog | October 9th, 2015There is no doubt that Parker Hannifin Corporation is the world’s leader in pump technology. It is a $13 billion global company that was founded in 1918. With near 100 years in the industry, you can be rest assured that their products are state-of-the-art. Parker’s wide-ranging engineering expertise places them in an outstanding position as […]
Uses of Hydraulic Gear Pumps
Blog | July 28th, 2015A hydraulic gear pump utilizes fluid compression power to deliver low-noise, high performance muscle. The principle behind the device is fairly straightforward and can be seen in operation when you follow the compact engine outlines that power industrial machinery. For example, a mobile crane uses its internal combustion engine to drive the vehicle from one […]
The Importance of Preventive Maintenance for Hydraulic Pumps
Blog | July 14th, 2015Preventive maintenance of Hydraulic Pumps is intended to reduce or eliminate downtime and major repair or replacement costs by detecting minor inconsistencies and faults that contribute to failure on a larger scale before they happen. Issues and problems found in their early stages can be repaired much easier, quicker, and at less cost than when […]