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    Choosing the Right O-Ring for Hydraulic Applications

    May 29, 2025 | by Kimball Midwest

    Not all O-rings are created equal. The effectiveness of an O-ring in a hydraulic system depends on several factors:

    Tags: Hydraulics, How To, Hydraulics, Hydraulic Systems, Hydraulic Hose, Efficiency, How it Works, O-rings

    Superior Fittings for Your Hydraulic Applications

    July 11, 2024 | by Kimball Midwest

    If you’re new to hydraulics, using outdated equipment or training to use your company’s crimper and fittings, you might need a quick review of the various types of hydraulic fittings and what they are most commonly used for.

    Tags: Hydraulics, How To, Hydraulics, Fluid Flow, Superior Products

    How to Select the Right Tubing

    September 29, 2022 | by Kimball Midwest

    In the world of maintenance, repair and operations, fluid flow can be among the most complex subjects.

    Tags: Safety, How To, Hydraulics, How To, Hydraulics, Hydraulic Systems, Solution, Hydraulic Hose, Fluid Flow

    Hydraulic Safety Training is Vital

    July 28, 2022 | by Kimball Midwest

    Maintaining a safe work environment can seem like a daunting task. Not only does your shop have overall safety precautions in place, but each aspect of your shop most likely has its own safety measures to follow, as well.

    Tags: Hydraulics, How To, Hydraulics, Tips, Safety Seminar

    The Basics of Hydraulic Hose Crimping

    May 5, 2021 | by Kimball Midwest

    Do you outsource your hydraulic hose assemblies? Depending on how often you need them, it can be more cost-efficient and convenient to crimp the hoses yourself. If the thought of crimping hoses makes you a bit nervous, fear not. We’ll explain what you need to make good hose assemblies and how to properly prepare them for crimping.

    Tags: Hydraulics, How To, Hydraulics, Fluid Flow

    The big machines are cool, but how do they work?

    June 23, 2020 | by Kimball Midwest

    You may look at water and wonder how it is one of the strongest forces in the world. You drink it. You swim in it, and it moves around you. And if you stomp hard in a rain puddle, you can displace nearly all of it. But in those scenarios, water has infinite space (except for drinking).

    Tags: Hydraulics, How To, Hydraulics, Hydraulic Hose, machinery, How it Works

    Stationary Hydraulic Systems: Maintenance and Safety

    May 6, 2020 | by Kimball Midwest

    Your stationary hydraulics system is critical equipment for your business operations. That’s why it’s important to make sure the equipment and components are functional and well-maintained, not only because it saves you time and money, but because it helps keep your employees safe. Maintaining your hydraulics equipment offers many benefits – some you probably have thought of, and others you haven’t.
    Tags: Hydraulics, How To, Hydraulics, Hydraulic Systems, Hydraulic Hose, Quality Products, OSHA, Fluid Flow

    Use the Right Adapters and Fittings on Your Hydraulic Hoses

    December 19, 2019 | by Kimball Midwest

    You already know everything you need to know about hydraulic hoses since you undoubtedly read last week's blog post "Hydraulic Hose: What You Need to Know". Now, you are ready to learn about hose fittings and adapters.

    Tags: Hydraulics, How To, Hydraulic Systems, Hydraulic Hose, Quality Products, Education, Hose, Fluid Flow

    Fixing Your Hydraulics In-House

    November 15, 2019 | by Kimball Midwest

    When hydraulic hoses break, they need to be fixed right now. There is no time for your machine to be down. You have important work to do, and any downtime can be catastrophic not only to you, but to your customers, too. Not to mention, your bottom line.

    Tags: Preparation, Hydraulics, How To, Hydraulic Systems, Demonstrations

    Do it Yourself: In-House Hydraulic Assemblies

    October 15, 2018 | by Kimball Midwest

    When it comes to producing hydraulic hose assemblies in-house, you need to be sure you’re covering all your bases to avoid downtime, or even worse – injury.
    Tags: Hydraulics, How To, Hydraulic Systems, Hydraulic Hose

    It All Starts With the Hose

    July 9, 2018 | by Kimball Midwest

    Some people think that they can use any hose for any application. They are terribly mistaken and this leaves them open to serious risks to their safety.
    Tags: Hydraulics, How To, Hydraulics, Hydraulic Systems, Tips
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