Overseeing The Emergency Repairs Your Hydraulic Systems May Require
There may be many pieces of equipment that you business users that will rely on a hydraulic cylinder to be able to function. While these systems are designed to be immensely strong and durable, they will be under enough strain that they may suffer extensive damage that will have to be repaired by a skilled professional.
Problems With Seals
The hydraulic system will be under immense strain and high pressure. In order to prevent these factors from allowing hydraulic fluid to seep or spray out of the system, there will be numerous seals used throughout the hydraulic system. If any one of these seals starts to degrade, they will have to be replaced in order to keep the hydraulic system operating s safely. Unfortunately, failing to recognize this hazard could lead to the seal failing in a catastrophic way. This could cause extensive damage to the hydraulic system as well as potentially contribute to a fire occurring.
Corrosion
Corrosion is another common source of damage to these systems. When a hydraulic system suffers excessive corrosion, it can contribute to major performance issues arising from the system. These performance issues will be due to the fact that corroded metal will tend to swell in size. As this occurs, it may cause the parts to no longer fit together correctly. Unfortunately, corrosion is a serious problem for a hydraulic system, but individuals may not always recognize that their system is starting to corrode until the damage is extensive. Once the corrosion reaches a certain point, repairing it may no longer be an option. Rather, it may need to be fully replaced with a new component. Ensuring that the hydraulic components are properly lubricated can help to reduce the risk of corrosion developing as the lubrication will act as a protective barrier against moisture.
A Warped Piston
Unfortunately, damage or warping of the piston can be one of the most serious damages that your hydraulic system may experience. When this component suffers problems, it could cause an immediate failure of the hydraulic system. In particular, warping is a common problem that can impact a hydraulic cylinder. This may occur when the strain on the hydraulic system exceeds its design limits. One early warning sign of the piston warping or suffering damage may be the system making very loud grinding or banging sounds when it is in operation. Furthermore, it may no longer have the power or range of movement that you would normally expect it to.
For more information, contact a company like Miller Hydraulics Service, Inc.