Archive for September 2025
Keeping Construction Moving: Hose Protection & Hydraulics at Work
Construction runs on powerful machines, and those machines rely on hydraulic systems to lift, push, crush, pave, and haul. From bulldozers to rock crushers, it all depends on components that can handle the heat, the dirt, and the pressure. Let’s break down where hydraulics show up on the job site, the challenges these applications face,…
Read MoreDrop Elbow Selection
Drop elbows play a crucial role in safe and efficient fuel delivery at service stations.They are used to connect a transport truck to the underground storage tank at a gas station. Dixon offers three main styles of drop elbows: Baylite™ 6210, 6500-Series, and 6600-Series. Each style has an integrated sight glass to easily monitor fluid flow, as well…
Read MoreReliable Snow Groomer Hydraulic Couplers: Prevent Downtime This Winter
Maintaining world-class ski slopes requires precision machines operating in some of the harshest conditions on earth. Snow groomers use hydraulically powered blades, tillers, and finishing combs to shape consistent snow surfaces that are safe and enjoyable for skiers and snowboarders. These tracked vehicles must push through ice, climb steep inclines, and work overnight in subzero…
Read MoreWater Hammer 101: Understanding the Threat to Processes & Facilities
What is water hammer? Water hammer, also known as hydraulic shock or valve slam, is a pressure surge or wave caused when a fluid in motion is forced to stop or change direction suddenly. This phenomenon commonly occurs in piping systems where the flow of a fluid is abruptly halted or redirected due to valve…
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