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MGR Fluid Power aim to save hydraulic operators thousands of pounds with filter import

MIDLANDS-based hydraulics specialists MGR Fluid Power have taken delivery of their first shipment of own-branded hydraulic filters from North America in a bid to help hydraulics operators save thousands of pounds on repair costs.

MGR Fluid Power, who design and manufacture high-quality hydraulic and lubrication systems, have taken delivery of the import and will sell the replacement filters throughout the UK as well as globally.

 

The filter elements are a critical part of hydraulic systems used by many OEMs and distributors, and are a key component in reducing the risk of hydraulic contamination.

It is widely estimated within the hydraulics trade that 70–80% of hydraulic system failures are caused by contamination, with particle contamination making up the largest portion.

Regularly updating and replacing filter elements can significantly reduce the risk of contamination, which can have a knock-on effect if not identified and treated immediately.

Mike Retford, managing director at MGR Fluid Power, explained: ‘The hydraulic pump is generally the most expensive component on a hydraulic system. It has the highest reliability risk, the highest contaminant sensitivity risk, and, when contaminated, can disrupt an entire system.’

According to MGR Fluid Power, contamination can enter a hydraulic system through the fluid supply, passed on by quick-release couplings, cylinder rod seals, breather caps, worn cylinders etc, causing corrosion, leaking, and system shutdowns.

Mr Retford continued: ‘The replacement filters that we have specially imported from North America will protect against the risk of contamination and significantly reduce maintenance and servicing costs.

‘When a pump starts to fail, it kicks a debris field downstream of the pump. If a high-grade filter is not fitted, this debris can migrate into valves and actuators and will damage these components, causing thousands of pounds of damage through system degradation and ultimately resulting in system failure.’

 

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