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How Misalignment of a Hydraulic Pump Shortens Pump and Bearing Life

Shaft misalignment accounts for about half of all hydraulic pump failures. This is because the shaft and the bearings are on different planes. As a result, the pump’s bearing load capacities and output are altered, so they are less efficient.

What to Consider When Building a Mobile Hydraulic Machine

Construction sites utilise various mobile hydraulic machines and equipment for different functions and tasks. For example, hydraulics greatly assists with moving heavy items and objects from one location to another, removing obstructions, and clearing the site to make it ready for construction.

How Do Directional Control Valves Affect Oil Flow?

A directional control valve is an essential component of a hydraulic system. It moves from a fully opened to a fully closed position very quickly, triggering rapid acceleration or deceleration of fluid.

How to Disassemble a Hydraulic Cylinder

Hydraulic cylinders are essential parts of many hydraulic systems. The cylinders make it possible to do work that would otherwise be rather difficult, if not impossible, to do manually. From printing presses to construction vehicles

How to Read Hydraulic Schematics

It is essential to learn how to read hydraulic schematics to fully understand how the hydraulic system operates and functions. Being able to identify what each symbol means enables you to troubleshoot and pinpoint operational issues and find their cause.