Hydraulic Hose Repair – How to Find Leaks in Your System

Find and Repair Hydraulic System Leaks with Fluorescent Leak Detection Spectroline Editorial Feature Published by Fluid Power Journal Fluorescent leak detection can help save time on hydraulic hose repair. Spectroline’s feature article published by Fluid Power Journal highlights the importance of finding leaks in hydraulic systems. The article discusses types of leaks, leaking fluid costs,…

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Hydraulic Leak Calculator

What’s the real cost of leaking hydraulic fluid? The cost of lost operational fluid can rise into tens of thousands of dollars. Fluid-based systems quickly breakdown, overheat, and fail when there isn’t enough vital, operational fluid. Think about it. When your equipment is stuck in the repair shop, it’s costing you thousands in lost operating revenue. That net revenue includes wages, permits, repair costs, lost working hours, reduced equipment service life – everything.

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HYDRAULIC SYSTEM CONTAMINATES & FAILURE TYPES

There are many types of hydraulic system contaminates and levels of failure that can hinder the equipment performance. All hydraulic equipment will face wear and tear and even unexpected failures can occur. To prevent disastrous and expensive repairs, enabling a preventative maintenance program can minimize these losses. The best way to stay ahead of this,…

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Jon Cooper Inducted into Long Island Business Hall of Fame

A leader is not defined by a single moment but by a lifetime of work and perseverance. On November 10, 2016, eight individuals who embody this definition will be recognized and inducted into the Long Island Business Hall of Fame. Pioneers in business, politics, education, medicine and philanthropy will be attending the event. Jon Cooper…

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Leak Detection Experts at Reliable Plant Conference & Exhibition

Event Recap Looking back on the summer as we enter the fall, let’s not forget about our first year back exhibiting at Reliable Plant Conference and Exhibition in Orlando, Florida. Reliable Plant aims to bring together professionals from maintenance, operations, engineering and leadership to educate and network throughout the four-day event. Our Spectroline leak detection…

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Leak Detection Kit Ideal for Medium to Large AC&R Systems

The Spectroline® SPE-HVLBEZE Complete BigEZ™ Leak Detection Kit contains everything needed to locate refrigerant leaks in medium to large size AC&R systems — including high-pressure R-410A systems! The exact source of every leak will be revealed by its bright fluorescent glow. At the heart of the kit is the OPTI-LUX™ 400, a powerful, rechargeable violet light…

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Long Island’s Growth in Exporting

For some manufacturers, exports account for nearly half of yearly sales and offer faster growth than the U.S. market. “There is greater potential in overseas markets like China, India and Latin America,” said Jon Cooper, president of Spectronics Corp. in Westbury, which makes ultraviolet lighting equipment and fluorescent dyes used to detect fluid leaks in…

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Natural Refrigerants Compatible with Leak Detection Dye

Fluorescent Leak Detection Dye Compatibility with Hydrocarbons R-290 & R-600a The HVAC/R industry continues phasing down the manufacture and use of synthetic refrigerants such as CFCs, HCFCs and HFCs. Natural refrigerants and hydrocarbons, such as propane, have become more prevalent in daily life and can be used as substitutes for the previous refrigerants. Hydrocarbons are…

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