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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;

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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;

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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;

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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. 

Filed Under: Service And Maintenance Tagged With: bespoke hydraulic power packs, hydraulic repairs, hydraulic sytsems

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