Hydraulic Systems

A couple decades ago, there were any number of places where hydraulic systems could sprout leaks and quickly become non-operational. With the advancement of technology, components are now being manufactured to more exacting standards and are less likely to fail under pressure than those older style components. However, leaks still do occur on hydraulics systems […]

Hydraulic hose fittings are very useful when it becomes necessary to connect various conductors such as tubes, pipes, and hoses in a hydraulic system. Most of these connections will have a male and female component to accommodate the connection and will assist with the process of containing and directing the flow of fluid; while also […]

Hydraulic flow-control valves are essential components of most hydraulic systems, and they act as regulators and shut-offs for many systems that have fluid flowing through them. This post will focus on the functionality of hydraulic flow-control valves, the types that are available today, and what applications they are most frequently used in.   What is […]

If you’ve never had to repair a hydraulic hose from your piece of heavy equipment, it’s still something you should be able to do, even without any advice or supervision. You can always consult your Owner’s Manual for the recommended steps, or you can simply follow the guidelines listed below. The main thing you have […]

You might think that almost any hydraulic fluid would be acceptable for use in your John Deere tractor. While your tractor would probably continue to perform without issues, it’s very likely that there would be a dropoff in performance, or that a little more wear and tear is introduced to the system. To avoid any […]