Potential hazards associated with hydraulic equipment is becoming more common as the implementation of machinery is being used across a scope of industries.
There are multiple reasons why a hydraulic system may fail. This could include, but is not limited to:
- Over exposure to heat.
- Incorrect manufacture of the hose assembly.
- Pin-hole puncture to the hose.
- Contaminated hydraulic oil.
- Incompatible hose and fitting.
- Failure to meet minimum bend radius.
- Fit your hydraulic system with quality products.
As hydraulics system runs at extremely high pressures and temperatures, the risk of a burst hose or failing fitting can be imminent. These systems store great amounts of energy and pressure; a hydraulic failure can mean serious harm to operators or bystanders.
If a hydraulic hose or hose fitting happens to fail, the major potential risks could include:
- Severe burns from heated, high-pressure fluid.
- Bruises, cuts, or abrasions from flailing hydraulic hoses.
- Injection of hydraulic fluid into/underneath the skin.
ISO 4413:2010 Hydraulic Fluid Power: These are general rules and safety requirements for systems and their components. Hydraulic systems must be designed and maintained to minimize the above stated risks. Following these standards helps to ensure both operator safety and system reliability.
To overcome a potential failure of your hydraulic system, it is essential to fit your machine with the highest quality products on the market. Since 1935, Manuli has established an enviable reputation for expertise, and quality. We are dedicated to designing, validating, and fabricating all products to ensure safe, and reliable operation of a hydraulic system.
When you purchase Manuli products, you purchase quality. Manuli Hydraulics is certified to the current version of . Coupling Manuli quality hoses and fittings with the correct hose protection products ensures that you and your hydraulic equipment are safe.
Ensuring you are protecting yourself and your equipment begins with choosing Manuli Hydraulics’ quality products and manufacturering.