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June 17, 2020 by steve

The Importance of Hydraulic System Maintenance

Hydraulic systems are quasi-hydrostatic drive or transmission systems. Their industry role allows them to use pressurised hydraulic fluid and in turn, this powers a corresponding machine. Today we are investigating hydraulic repairs and the importance of keeping such equipment maintained.

We’ll begin with components;

Hydraulic systems are made up of various components. Main parts include the reservoir, a pump, valves and actuators. It’s inevitable to experience wear and tear with regular usage and with this in mind, maintenance is intrinsic.

Remain safe within the workplace;

Keeping employees safe is prevalent for every company. Attached to hydraulic machinery is the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER). These regulations state equipment has to be not only safe for use but maintained safely and inspected for correct installation. In addition, it is the employers responsibility to make sure equipment is checked regularly and kept to these high standards.

Adhering to these guidelines ensures the safety of everyone. If ignored, there’s potential for the escape of pressurised hydraulic fluid. This can result in an explosion thus putting individuals seriously in harm’s way.

Keep costs down;

One of the most common faults with hydraulic equipment is due to dirt particles. Left over time, bigger problems will occur, turning a straightforward maintenance job into something much costlier. Working in line with PUWER regulations helps to keep dirt away from systems.

Addressing the wear and tear of components early also saves money. Choosing to replace parts before they completely break is inexpensive in comparison to waiting it out and hoping for the best. The knock on effect of waiting sees additional parts damaged. Worst case scenario is irreparable damage.

Take advantage of downtime;

Taking the time out to check hydraulic machines keeps employees safe, keeps costs down and doesn’t take long at all. Should any parts require changing, replacement may take just a few hours. Get it right the first time and you’re saving on additional downtime. Major breakdowns can take anywhere from a few days to several weeks to repair.

At MCH Hydraulics we are experts in maintaining and servicing hydraulic machines. For more information on this service, please contact us today.

April 25, 2020 by steve

Hydraulic Power Packs & Their Use

For years, hydraulics has become a major part of the industrial and automotive industries. Many companies rely upon these powerful devices to help manage the process of their equipment in a modern way. At MCH Hydraulics, we know that many people are looking for various ways to try and use such a system. Let’s take a look at how hydraulics work, and why they are such a vital part of the modern system.

Providing Power Where Needed

Many hydraulic options mean that you need to get some kind of built-in power supply to get the maximum performance level out of the hydraulic item itself. However, with a power pack, you can make sure you get a hydraulics system working without having to find a built-in power supply. Instead, you can utilise the immense pressurised fluids which are inside to help provide the hydraulic power that is needed to run the machinery independently.

This means that you can power a different machine by using hydraulic power. This is very useful, making sure that you can get a solution that allows you to do the job that you need. Since hydraulic power packs have their fluids housed in a large reservoir, they also use a regulatory system to help make sure that the right level of power is provided to any particular location that needs hydraulic boosts.

This is very important as it means that users could connect one – or more – control valves and power more than one machine from the same hydraulic power pack. This allows the package to be used for more than one single purpose. Think how much more useful that is for a general operation than it is to rely upon a standard built-in power solution!

Hydraulic Power Packs Come in all Shapes & Sizes

One thing to note about hydraulic power packs is that they come in all shapes and sizes. This means that there is a specific style that would be suitable for the project(s) that you have in mind. If you keep that in your mind when making a decision, you can easily make sure that you get a hydraulic system that can be used as and when you need it.

At MCH Hydraulics, we also offer bespoke hydraulic power packs alongside our standard options. let us know what you need, and we can make sure that you get the right fitting and power style for your own personal needs.

Do Hydraulic Power Packs Need Maintenance?

Like any other hydraulic system, though, it’s essential that you make space for maintenance. If you want a hydraulic power pack to last you longer than normal, you should schedule for semi-regular maintenance to take place. This will ensure that you can avoid accidental issues and needless downtime. Using something like this is supposed to speed your job up, not slow it down!

That’s why with a bit of maintenance and the right size selection you can get a high-end hydraulic power pack to make your life much easier and simpler overall.

March 15, 2020 by steve

Hydraulic Power Packs and E11 Certification

Within the mobile hydraulic power industry, there are certain safety and conformity regulations that must be adhered to in order to ensure that products are reliable and safe to use. These standards are referred to as the E Mark, which is a branch of the ECE Marks. These standards help consumers understand that a product meets industry standards.

So, what is the E Mark?

Simply speaking, an E Mark demonstrates that a product has been tested and adheres to EU standards. The numbers that come after the E, signify which standards are met. For example, E11 refers to the UK, whilst E37 signifies Turkey.

What does this mean for you?

The E11 certification should provide you with peace of mind about the Hydraulic Power Pack you are purchasing, as you will know it meets reliability and safety standards. Repercussions of purchasing an unsafe product could be catastrophic for a business in terms of safety and value for money. Therefore, it should be avoided at all costs. Ensuring products purchased have the E11 certification, often found in the form of a logo, saves a lot of valuable time and money, not to mention reduces the safety risks significantly.

The specifics;

An E Mark is an ECE Mark that certifies a vehicle or vehicle component product is approved for sale in the EU. It covers everything from commercial vehicles, general vehicles and construction machinery. To achieve the certification, equipment must meet EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) standards.

How is a product tested?

In order to certify that a product meets EMC standards, it is tested by an independent facility, an approved test house, to ensure it achieves each of the criterion outlined in the standards. In addition, a CoP (Conformity of Production) must be issued.

And a CoP is?

A CoP is simply a quality control plan to ensure that all future products meet the same standards and are therefore safe and reliable.

E Marking began in 2004;

E Marking came into effect under the 2004/104/EC directive which regulated the movement of electronic equipment used in motor vehicles in Europe. This was as a result of stricter regulation which came into force in 2002.

MCH Hydraulics Limited;

Here at MCH Hydraulics Limited we offer superior quality high pressure Hydraulic Power Pack Units and Hydraulic Power Units which meet the E11 Mark standards, so that you can be sure the product you receive is both safe and reliable.