Reservoirs & Accessories

Analogies between hydraulics and electronics

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 18:51:00 +0000

The molecules of fluid in a hydraulic circuit behave much like the electrons in an electrical circuit. This article examines analogies between pressure and voltage and between ground and the hydraulic reservoir.

Analogies exist between hydraulic flow and electrical flow, and the molecules of fluid in a hydraulic circuit behave much like the electrons in an electrical circuit. Let’s examine analogies between pressure and voltage and between ground and the hydraulic reservoir.

Cleaner Air, Cleaner Fluid

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 12:51:00 +0000

As I've been browsing through old issues to resurrect sage words from The Old Timer of royal Oak, I come across other gems that I think are worthy of sharing, and of course, still useful today.

The Hitch Post

Custom hydraulic reservoirs

Thu, 07 Feb 2013 19:24:00 +0000

Aluminized steel hydraulic oil reservoirs and fuel tanks for off-road and specialty vehicles used in agricultural, construction, and other utility equipment combine corrosion resistance of aluminum with structural strength (and lower cost) of steel.

IFH Group increases production capability

Wed, 12 Dec 2012 18:47:00 +0000

The IFH Group Inc., Rock Falls, Ill., a metal fabricator and manufacturer of hydraulic oil reservoirs and custom fuel tanks, has completed its second major expansion, increasing its space from 106,000 to more than 121,000 ft2 under one roof.

Reservoir staves off corrosion

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 17:47:00 +0000

Desiccant filter breathers are being used more and more to trap moisture before it gets into a hydraulic reservoir. Although effective, they do not necessarily offer a permanent solution. That’s because the desiccant eventually becomes spent, and unless the desiccant or the entire unit is replaced, moisture will again be drawn into the reservoir.

Custom hydraulic reservoirs

Fri, 08 Jun 2012 19:50:00 +0000

Custom hydraulic reservoirs and fuel tanks are available in capacities from 1 to more than 300 gal. They are manufactured in a range of materials, including carbon or stainless steel, aluminum, or aluminized steel (a blend of sheet steel hot-dip-coated with an aluminum-silicon alloy to resist corrosion). Aluminized steel reservoirs resist virtually all petroleum-based and synthetic fluids while providing protection from atmospheric corrosion.

Cylindrical reservoir breaks from convention

Mon, 07 May 2012 18:20:00 +0000

The Cyclone reservoir has a cylindrical shape, and was originally developed and patented for use in hydraulic fan drives for mobile equipment by Price Engineering, Hartland, Wis. Now available for general application, officials at Price Engineering say the Cyclone reservoir reduces fluid volume and associated costs up to 95%.

The dramatically smaller size makes space available for mounting other components in a machine. It also reduces weight and is more environmentally friendly because less fluid is needed in the hydraulic system.

Reservoirs

Sun, 01 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0000

When it comes to reservoir design, bigger is not necessarily better. In fact, the trend is to provide smaller reservoirs.

Hydraulic fluid reservoirs

Fri, 10 Jun 2011 04:00:00 +0000

Hydraulic fluid reservoirs Custom hydraulic oil tanks for off-road and specialty vehicles range in standard capacities of 1 to 300+ gal, and are manufactured from steel, stainless steel, aluminum, or aluminized steel (a blend of mild sheet ...

Cylindrical reservoirs promote cleanliness

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 05:00:00 +0000

By Bård Anders Harang, Hymatic AS

Instead of serving as a refuge for contaminants, reservoirs should keep contaminants in suspension for easy removal by filters.