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How To Bleed Telescoping Hydraulic Cylinders
Proper air-bleeding is a critical step in installation and use of hydraulic cylinders. This article will explain how to bleed telescoping(multi-stage) cylinders and the parts required. bleeder location The location … Read more
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Wind Speed and Truck Dumpers
Wind speed not only affects the truck dumper itself, but also the truck and /or trailer. Understanding how wind speed impacts truck dumpers is critical for proper design and safe … Read more
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Understanding Tilt Angle
Tilt angle is a key factor in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of a truck dumper. It affects how smoothly and effectively a load is discharged, as well as … Read more
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Full-Size vs. Trailer-Only: Which Dumper Is Right for You?
Full-Size vs. Trailer-Only? When it comes to material unloading in industrial operations, choosing the right type of dumper is crucial for optimizing efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Two common options are full-size … Read more
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An Overview of The Trailer-Only Truck Dumper
WHY USE A TRAILER-ONLY Truck DUMPER When it comes to material handling equipment, choosing a trailer-only truck dumper offers unique advantages and specific use-case benefits. Below, we’ll explore why trailer-only … Read more
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Exploring the Different Types of Full-Size Truck Dumpers
TWO MAIN STYLES There are two primary types of full-size truck dumpers: Extended Arm and Standard Pivot, also commonly known as Back-On and Drive-Over dumpers, respectively. Each style serves a … Read more
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Are You Storing Your Telescoping Hydraulic Cylinders Correctly?
Proper storage of telescoping hydraulic cylinders is crucial to maintain the longevity of spare cylinders in storage or for cylinders for transport. General Storage Requirements What to avoid when storing … Read more
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Which Hydraulic Oil Should You Be Using?
All Airoflex dumpers run on hydraulic power. Choosing the correct hydraulic oil is important for the proper operation of your dumper. Oil Types There are (4) four main types of … Read more
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Truck Dumper BackStops: Which Option is Best for You
Truck dumpers have a wide variety of backstops with many different functions. We have simplified it so you can find which option is best for you. Fixed Backstops: Fixed backstops … Read more
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Hydraulic Manifold: A Critical Component to the Truck Dumper
The Hydraulic Manifold is a critical component to the operation of a truck dumper. Learn about how they function, components, and how to service them. A hydraulic manifold is a … Read more
