Hydraulic System Upgrades to Reduce Equipment Noise and Vibration [2025 Guide]

December 8, 2024

Reduce equipment noise and vibration with hydraulic system upgrades by Broda Hose in Melbourne. Enhance the performance of your hydraulic equipment in 2025.

Reducing equipment noise and vibration is significant for improving workplace comfort and machinery performance. Hydraulic system upgrades are an effective way to address these issues, ensuring smooth operations and longer equipment life.

At Broda Hose, we specialise in upgrading hydraulic systems to enhance efficiency, reduce wear, and minimise noise and vibration.

Sources of Equipment Noise and Vibration

Hydraulic equipment is widely used in industries for its efficiency in generating force and movement through the use of pressurised fluid. However, noise and vibration can be common problems in hydraulic systems as they can affect the overall performance, safety, and longevity of the equipment.

Some common sources of noise and vibration in hydraulic equipment are as follows.

•  Cavitation: Cavitation occurs when the pressure in the hydraulic fluid drops below its vapour pressure, causing the fluid to evaporate and form gas bubbles. As these bubbles collapse, they create intense noise and vibrations.

•  Poorly Designed or Incorrectly Sized Components: Components such as pumps, motors, valves, and hoses that are either too large or too small for the specific application can cause hydraulic systems to operate inefficiently, resulting in increased noise and vibration.

•  Hydraulic Fluid Issues: Low-quality or inappropriate hydraulic fluids can result in increased friction, improper lubrication, or unstable fluid viscosity, leading to noise and vibration.

•  Pump and Motor Malfunctions: Pump cavitation, worn-out bearings, or misalignment in pumps and motors are common causes of noise and vibration. As hydraulic pumps and motors wear out, they may produce more noise due to imbalance, friction, or fluid turbulence.

•  Inadequate Maintenance: Lack of regular maintenance, such as failing to lubricate moving parts or replace worn seals, can lead to issues with hydraulic fluid flow, causing noise and vibration.

Hydraulic System Upgrades by Broda Hose

Upgrading your hydraulic system can help reduce noise and vibration, which is essential for improving operational efficiency, enhancing safety, and extending the lifespan of equipment. Broda Hose is a family-owned company that’s known for providing high-quality hydraulic system upgrades to clients in the Northern and Western suburbs of Melbourne.

Some key upgrades for your hydraulic system that can reduce noise and vibration are as follows.

•  Low-Noise Pumps: Installing quieter pumps can help reduce mechanical noise.

•  Anti-Vibration Mounts: Using mounts or isolators can then absorb vibrations.

•  Larger, Efficient Reservoirs: We can improve fluid flow and reduce turbulence of your equipment by adding larger, efficient reservoirs.

•  High-Quality Hydraulic Fluids: Maximising high-quality hydraulic fluids can then ensure proper viscosity and cleanliness to reduce friction and noise.

•  Pressure Relief Valve Modifications: Installing smoother-operating valves helps in minimising pressure fluctuations.

• Component Replacements: Replacing worn components also guarantees smoother operation, minimising noise and vibration.

•  Low-Pressure Fluids: We can then consider low-pressure systems to achieve a quieter operation.

•  Adjusted Operating Speeds: Lowering the operating speeds of your equipment may also help in reducing mechanical stress and noise.

By implementing these hydraulic system upgrades, we can significantly reduce the noise and vibration levels of your equipment. These improvements not only enhance the working environment and safety for employees but also contribute to the longevity of the equipment and reduce maintenance costs.

Contact Broda Hose today for your much-needed hydraulic system upgrades.

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