By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor If you work with a hydraulic technician who services and repairs hydraulics, especially including work on power units, leave this article for a moment and go ask them, "What's the craziest thing you've seen inside an old reservoir?" My own answer isn't so memorable; it's just a half-collapsed suction filter … [Read More...] about When should you completely drain your hydraulic system and why?
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A designer’s guide to fluid power seals
By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Seals are often an afterthought when it comes to designing fluid power systems, which makes sense for the majority of applications where off-the-shelf is good enough. Designers select pumps, valves, and actuators … [Read More...] about A designer’s guide to fluid power seals
Trelleborg exhibits off-highway innovations at CONEXPO-CON/AGG
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions will exhibit advanced solutions for heavy equipment at CONEXPO-CON/AGG in Las Vegas, Nevada, US, from March 3 to 7, 2026, at booth S82506. According to Michael Cook, Global Segment Director Off-Highway, … [Read More...] about Trelleborg exhibits off-highway innovations at CONEXPO-CON/AGG
When should you completely drain your hydraulic system and why?
By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor If you work with a hydraulic technician who services and repairs hydraulics, especially including work on power units, leave this article for a moment and go ask them, "What's the craziest thing you've seen … [Read More...] about When should you completely drain your hydraulic system and why?
Hallite to showcase OEM-focused sealing solutions at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026
Hallite Seals is set to exhibit at CONEXPO-CON/AGG — the largest construction trade show in North America — from March 2-7, in Las Vegas. The company will deliver a solutions-focused experience from Booth S82619. Hallite’s exhibit space will … [Read More...] about Hallite to showcase OEM-focused sealing solutions at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026
Hallite Seals to showcase hydraulic solutions at Excon 2025
Hallite Seals, part of the Michelin Group, will participate in EXCON 2025, South Asia’s largest construction equipment trade fair, scheduled for Dec. 9–13 in Bengaluru. Hallite will showcase its manufacturing processes, material technologies … [Read More...] about Hallite Seals to showcase hydraulic solutions at Excon 2025
Cleveland Tank announces partnership with Zinga Industries
Cleveland Tank is proud to announce a new partnership with Zinga Industries, Wisconsin-based hydraulic filtration manufacturer. Through this collaboration, Cleveland Tank will now distribute Zinga’s replacement and consumable hydraulic products, … [Read More...] about Cleveland Tank announces partnership with Zinga Industries
Lubrizol launches zinc-free hydraulic additive for enhanced environmental protection
Lubrizol has launched Lubrizol AH933ZF, a zinc-free additive package that enables robust performance and user benefits. Zinc-free hydraulic fluids have been increasingly desirable in recent years as regulators, OEMs and other stakeholders seek to … [Read More...] about Lubrizol launches zinc-free hydraulic additive for enhanced environmental protection
