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One might think all hydraulic systems are the same. After all, they are designed to deliver the power needed to perform functions that would not normally be possible by hand, such as lifting, bending, digging, and so on.

Dry running a pump can cause all kinds of serious problems, yet many operators are unaware of the dangers. When a pump runs dry, it generates heat and force it was never designed to handle, leading to wear and tear that can quickly add up to inflated repair costs. Avoiding dry running is highly important

Hydraulic pumps operate at high pressures and are exposed to high heat as well. Over time, this makes them prone to wear and tear. A leak occurs when fluid bypasses the pump shaft.

At White House Products Ltd., we specialize in various types of simulation and testing. One of our capabilities is hydraulic pressure testing. We use three on-site test rigs for hydraulic pumps and motors, which record speed, flow, and pressure.

Have you noticed your hydraulic system fluid is getting too hot and causing overheating problems? Is it causing work stoppages while you wait for the equipment to cool back down, only to overheat again and again when you turn it back on?

Hydraulic systems, crucial for powering various types of machinery, are supposed to operate without leaking. However, leaks are a common problem that can lead to equipment failure and safety hazards. A hydraulic fluid leak occurs when fluid escapes from a system where it’s supposed to be contained, affecting the system’s efficiency and safety.

A hydraulic manifold is simply a block of metal with pressure inlets, service ports and low pressure outlets, onto which or into which other valves are attached.
Knowing how each component works and interacts is essential to understanding hydraulic systems. 

Hydraulic gear pumps are ideal for mobile hydraulic system applications like agricultural equipment, construction equipment etc.  A gear pump gets its name because there are two rotating gears that mesh with one another as they turn within the body of the pump.
 

Even with all the advances in hydraulic system parts and components, there are still several things that can and do go wrong unexpectedly, even with proper system maintenance. When your system stops working, check out these troubleshooting tips for hydraulic systems to see if one or more will help get your system back up and running.

Contamination in hydraulic systems is the number one cause of hydraulic component failure. Small particles of dirt and metal filings in the hydraulic fluid can gradually damage various parts and components and wear critical surfaces leading to reductions in efficiency & performance.