General Fluid Power

The seminar covers both stationary machinery as well as mobile equipment. The first thing to do is simply understand how any fluid power system operates, its basic components, the theory behind the transmission of energy and power with a compressed fluid, and diagnosis of problems when they occur. As is the case with electrical systems, fluid power also has its own language of symbols, components, diagrams & schematics, circuits, and advanced technology.

You will learn to master the reading and interpretation of this information, along with the proper sizing of various components for the task at hand, and select the best component for the application. We look at fluid conveyance valves, motors, seals, hose assemblies, couplings, tubing & compression fittings, materials (rubber, plastic, carbon versus stainless steel, brass) for specific applications, accumulators, and actuators. Testing and inspecting fluid power systems, installation techniques, environmental & safety measures, and differences between primary and secondary components are covered at length.