Diesel prices have been rising, and while they may seem to be going down a bit, it’s doubtful they’ll drop back down to what they were a year ago. As a result, these prices are impacting your bottom line. And while you don’t control the cost of fuel, you can make some changes that will improve the efficiency of your equipment.
Basics of Synthetic Hydraulic Fluid
Final Drive Motor Seals, Leaks, hydraulic fluid, hydraulic oil
|In our last blog post, we talked about the three different categories of hydraulic fluid: petroleum-based, synthetic, and water-based. Our focus for this post will be an overview of synthetic hydraulic fluid.
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There are a ton of different hydraulic fluids on the market -- how do you know which one is the right one for your equipment? In this Shop Talk Blog post, we're going to look at the three basic types of hydraulic fluid. And expect some more blog posts on the subject!
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Have you ever wondered who makes the largest skid steer loader?
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What kind of maintenance practices do you follow for your compact equipment? We recommend preventive maintenance, especially when it comes to your final drive motors.
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Excavator Dangers on the Worksite
Excavators, Heavy Equipment Safety, Compact Excavators, OSHA
|How dangerous are excavators on the worksite? When used by skilled, alert operators, excavators are safe -- and indispensable. However, accidents do happen and some are a bit more common than others. Oh, and all the data you're about to see came from OSHA.
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A Look Inside a Real Final Drive Repair/Reman Shop
Reman Final Drives, Rebuilt Final Drive Motor, Final Drive Repair
|Have you ever wondered what the inside of a real hydraulic repair shop looks like?
Caterpillar Medium Excavators: Final Drive Failures
Final Drive, Excavators, CAT Equipment, Gear oil, Hydraulic Contamination
|Do you own a CAT 320, 325, 330, or 336? Read on to learn about the most common causes of final drive motor failure on these machines.
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You've probably heard about the Killdozer, but have you ever thought about it from an engineering perspective?
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Do you know what charge pumps are and how they can affect your final drive when they start wearing out? Read on to find out!
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