Maintenance programs that quickly repair seal leaks are integral to controlling hydraulic-system repairs and downtime. It's not a hard policy to justify. Wear is as easy to see as a drip of oil in the ...

A seal kit to rebuild a leaky hydraulic cylinder is always cheaper than the cost of a new cylinder. But there are times when it is more economical (not necessarily cheaper) to install a new cylinder.

A new inspection technique helps improve the surface finish of hydraulic cylinder rods, leading to dramatically longer seal life. • Cylinder rod finish can dramatically affect seal life. • Traditional ...

Seals play an important role in hydraulic cylinders—they contain the fluid and prevent the leakage of fluid between components. They fall into two main categories: dynamic and static. Dynamic seals ...