Dangers of hydraulic leaks: How to detect, fix, and overcome them

20 November, 2023

Fixing and future prevention

Once you’ve identified that you have a leak, the next step is locating it. This will depend on the size of the system you have in place. Smaller ones are easy to check, as you depressurise the system and, using safety gloves, check all the seals, connectors, and joints.

Some will be as simple as retightening them into place, while damaged components may require replacement or the use of sealant until you have the time or resources to conduct a full replacement.

Larger hydraulic systems may require specialist assistance for advice and repairs. This is advised as the engineers who deal in these systems have expert knowledge of the processes, as well as purpose-built equipment to assess everything from pressure and flow to the temperature of the fluid.

There are also a few things you can do to assure that you’ve reduced the chance of future leaks in your systems. Consulting with manufacturer specifications on how tight the fittings should be can help to further prevent these leaks, as well as replacing any parts showing signs of wear or tear and keeping systems and environments clean to prevent contamination.

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