When designing your hydraulic hose configuration, there are several things you need to consider. There’s a litany of factors at play, and it may seem like an optimal hydraulic hose setup is incredibly intricate and next to impossible to achieve. But parallel routing is a good place to start. There are numerous hydraulic hose tips available to you, but that can lead to paralysis by analysis. So, when you’re setting up your hydraulic hose assembly, plan ahead, and keep it simple by implementing parallel routing. What is parallel routing? A hydraulic system consists of a machine and several hydraulic hoses... View Article
In any hydraulic system, one of the most important components is the hydraulic hose. A hydraulic hose transports hydraulic fluid, often under pressure, throughout the hydraulic system. Because of the many different types of applications for them, hydraulic hoses can be custom made with unique specifications. There are several different factors that go into hydraulic hose assembly, and taking everything into account is a surefire way to prevent hose failure. Before engaging in custom hydraulic hose fabrication, it would help to know why some custom hose assemblies fail—that’s what this article will cover. Incompatible fluid Using the right kind of... View Article
If you’re experiencing a hydraulic hose leak, you may wonder if you need a hydraulic pipe repair kit. Could there be a pinhole in the hydraulic hose or other problems that you can’t detect? Use the following troubleshooting tips to determine the issue and identify a solution: Check your fitting: Most often, if a hydraulic hose is leaking, it is not because the hose itself is defective. Instead, it is likely that the wrong type of fitting has been used for the hose. Check to see what type of fitting is recommended for your hose, then contact your local hose... View Article
