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By Robert J. Tafel, Engineering Manager, York Precision Machining & Hydraulics LLC U.S. employers want productivity and safety for both their operators and equipment, and the data clearly underscore the need for safety. In 2017, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ most recent report, an estimated 2.8 million nonfatal workplace […]

  How to Choose a Roller Coaster System and the Role of HydraulicsPosted: September 26th 2019  Author: Michele Baker Ph.D Table of ContentsHow Do Roller Coasters Work? Parts of a Roller CoasterHow Do Roller Coasters Work? Roller Coaster Safety Roller Coaster Launch Systems Pneumatic Vs. Hydraulic Vs. […]

How to Prevent Hydraulic Failure in Aerial LiftsPosted: July 22nd, 2019  Author: Michele Baker Ph.D Table of ContentsCommon Injuries That Occur With Aerial Lifts Common Issues With Aerial Lifts How Do Aerial Lift Hydraulics Fail How to Prevent Aerial Lift Hydraulic Failure Aerial Lift Hydraulic Safety Locks Save Lives Choosing the Right […]

  Is Bear-Loc® The Right Hydraulic Actuator Lock For Your Application? Posted: January 31st, 2019  Author: Michele Baker Ph.DDo you have a hydraulic component that needs a locking feature? Trying to create a failsafe locking solution that won’t move or lose pressure? In this article we’ll walk you through the key features to […]

Hydraulic vs. Pneumatic vs. Electric ActuatorsPosted: September 23rd, 2019  Author: Michele Baker Ph.D Table of ContentsWhat Are Actuators Used For? What Are the Different Types of Actuators? What Type of Actuator Is Best for Your Application? Hydraulic Actuators Pneumatic Actuators Electric Actuators Choosing the Right Actuator York […]

Tips to Staying Safe When Operating a Hydraulic Press  Posted: June 2nd, 2019  Author: Michele Baker Ph.D Table of ContentsWhat Are Hydraulic Presses Used For? How Hydraulic Press Systems Can Fail The Most Common Hydraulic Press Workplace Accidents The Importance of Safety With Hydraulic Presses The Best Tips to Operating a Hydraulic […]