5 Signs that your Hydraulic Equipment Repair needs Service

1. 5 Signs that your Hydraulic Equipment Repair needs Service Hydraulic equipment repair and maintenance are necessary for owning and running machinery. According to the U.S. Census, companies spend about $50 billion annually on maintenance and repairs. When a piece of hydraulic equipment breaks, you'll want to get it fixed as soon as possible, so you don't lose too much time or money. Even small amounts of downtime can cause delays in production, lost profits, and customers who can't wait. The good news is that Global Electronic Services can help with our maintenance and repair services for industrial hydraulics. 5 Signs that your Hydraulic Equipment Repair needs Service When your hydraulic systems stop working as well as they should, you want to ensure you take the right steps to get your machinery back in top shape. Knowing why certain problems happen and what fixes may be needed is important. Here are five of the most common problems that cause hydraulic under performance so that you can stay on top of any stalling, failure, or faults in the system: Pressure Loss If there isn't enough pressure, the hydraulic system won't be able to get the most out of its power, which means it won't work as well and will cost more to run. During peak production, there should be a loss of less than or equal to 2 psi. Low pressure makes the machine move slowly and can cause a sudden loss of control if the system can't keep the psi steady. Leaks Small leaks in the hydraulic system are a common reason it doesn't work as well as it should. Most leaks and cracks happen in the valves, flanges, filters, regulators, and condensation traps. But leaks can happen at any point where two parts of the distribution system connect. Check for worn snap connectors and damage around pipe joints, as these could be signs of a leak in the hydraulic pipelines or an impending leak. Excessive Pressurization Many industrial plants use a pressure level much higher than their systems' needs. Under-pressurization is a problem in and of itself, but over-pressurization doesn't always improve things. If you ask for more than 90 psi, your system will work too

2. hard and waste energy. Because of this, it is often best to avoid high-pressure hydraulic tools when it is possible to do so. Particulate Contamination Oil, water droplets, and dust in the hydraulic pipeline make it hard to build up a lot of pressure. As particles build up inside the system, there is less room for air to expand. This makes hydraulics work less well. The risk of particulate contamination will go down if there is regular maintenance, cleaning, and good insulation. In this way, your company can keep the machines running well and keep them from breaking. Getting too hot Some heat is normal for hydraulic equipment, but too much heat often indicates something is wrong. High temperatures could mean that your motors and parts are working harder than needed to make the right amount of pressure. Extreme heat can also mean that air is moving quickly or strongly, stopping the flow through one part of the loop. In this case hydraulic equipment repair is a necessary thing to do. When you bring your hydraulic equipment to the repair center they take care of the whole thing, not just the broken part. Most problems, like motors burning out, pipelines getting clogged, mechanical problems, and worn-out seals, can be avoided by doing preventative maintenance on a regular basis. Routine maintenance can help you find hidden leaks and wear and tear so you can fix problems as soon as possible.