Issue at Hand A main hose on the grapple was leaking hydraulic fluid which shot down their operation. Solution We located the leaking hose and replace it with a number 12 (3/4”) 4 wire high pressure 6,000 PSI hydraulic hose, and two end-hose metric fittings. Location City: Houston, TX 77033

Farming equipment is becoming increasingly sophisticated, making it essential to familiarize yourself with ways of protecting vital engine parts and keeping the machine running efficiently. Part of this involves investing in the right fluid and lubricants for the equipment. The hydraulic oil, wh

The feeling of working outside is one-of-a-kind. You are working by the sweat of your brow, and there is often a timeless sense of purpose and pride in building or reshaping things with your hands. Tractors are great tools that aid us with outdoor endeavors, be they work-related or hobbies and ot

Ever wonder how your soda cans, water bottles, and cardboard cereal boxes get sorted once they leave your home? If so, you’re in luck as Michael Hagerty of Houston Matters visits one of the city’s largest recycling facilities, Houston Resource Renewal Center, to explain how. Michael H

Hydraulic flow-control valves are essential components of most hydraulic systems, and they act as regulators and shut-offs for many systems that have fluid flowing through them. This post will focus on the functionality of hydraulic flow-control valves, the types that are available today, and wha

Hydraulic hose fittings are very useful when it becomes necessary to connect various conductors such as tubes, pipes, and hoses in a hydraulic system. Most of these connections will have a male and female component to accommodate the connection and will assist with the process of containing and d

A couple decades ago, there were any number of places where hydraulic systems could sprout leaks and quickly become non-operational. With the advancement of technology, components are now being manufactured to more exacting standards and are less likely to fail under pressure than those older sty

The hydraulic system is responsible for generating the force that powers your heavy equipment. It uses fluid and pressure to create movement, allowing your hydraulic equipment to generate enough force to move something that might otherwise be too difficult. When a part breaks down, it’s crucial t

If you’ve never done repair work on hydraulic cylinders, there are any number of online resources which can help walk you through the process. Of course, you will need to have all the necessary tools on hand, because the process will call for completely disassembling the hydraulic cylinder

You might think that almost any hydraulic fluid would be acceptable for use in your John Deere tractor. While your tractor would probably continue to perform without issues, it’s very likely that there would be a dropoff in performance, or that a little more wear and tear is introduced to t

If you’ve never had to repair a hydraulic hose from your piece of heavy equipment, it’s still something you should be able to do, even without any advice or supervision. You can always consult your Owner’s Manual for the recommended steps, or you can simply follow the guidelines

Does your tractor need hydraulic fluid or hydraulic oil? What’s the difference? When you go to the store, do you know what type of hydraulic fluid your tractor needs? In this article, you’ll learn more about maintaining the hydraulic system of your tractor using the right fluids for y

5 Reasons Hydraulic Pumps Fail Hydraulic pumps are responsible for keeping a hydraulic system humming. Despite how long they’ve been around, these pumps still stand out as complex forms of machinery. Their job is to turn the mechanical energy fed to them into hydraulic energy, but how they go abo

You undoubtedly know the importance of hydraulic fluid when it comes to heavy machinery. As your machine’s hydraulic fluid is depleted, it becomes more difficult to properly lubricate the moving parts. In fact, the dirt and debris that your hydraulic fluid picks up can damage your hydraulic syste

We all know that there are plenty of uses for hydraulic systems in Houston, TX, but most people associate them with heavy machinery and construction equipment. You might be surprised to find out that you use hydraulics every day, at home, in the office and when running errands. Hydraulic systems

Hydraulics is the science and practical application of fluids to perform work. Employing power produced by the flow of fluids has contributed to the invention of many hydraulic devices including gasoline pumps, vehicle brake systems, construction machines, airplane landing gear, and flight contro

Sapphire Hydraulics has a special relationship with the Friendship Circle of Houston, Texas. For years we have participated and volunteered in many of Friendship Circle’s programs designed to nurture the needs of handicapped and special needs individuals and their families. This year Sapphire Hyd

In a recent fluid power webinar, while presenting on Selecting & Sizing the Proper Fitting, I was asked a question by an attendee I had no good answer to. Near the latter portion of the webinar, I had been discussing pressure drop through fittings. Ensuring you provide a healthy, unimpeded path

Chances are, your hydraulic hose is not leaking because it’s defective. Most hydraulic hose leaks are caused by using the wrong type of fitting or installing them incorrectly. Additionally, if an O-ring is missing or damaged or if over-under-torquing the connections has occurred, the seal may not be

Josh Cosford returns to the Fluid Power Technology Conference (FPTC) once again to bring a technical deep dive with a bit of humor thrown in for attendees. At the Cleveland FPTC November 18-20, Cosford will present his latest talk, 100R2 Is not a Star Wars droid — find out what it and other SAE J51