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Eaton JMV Series Track Drive Motors

When it's time to replace track drive motors, whether its on a single machine or for an entire fleet, one of the options available to you is Eaton JMV series motors. Eaton only recently began to distribute these motors in the United States, so they may not be as well known as other common brands. In this Shop Talk Blog post, we are going to provide some background on , discuss what makes them special, and what kind of reputation they have.

 

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The Eaton Series of LSHT Hydraulic Motors

You may have heard of the , known for their outstanding efficiency, durable design, and compatibility with various brands of equipment. However, when it comes time to start shopping for a track motor or a drive motor for your equipment, it can be difficult to figure out which motor meets your needs. In this Shop Talk Blog post, we are going to talk about the Eaton series of LSHT motors and what they are used for.

 

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5 Facts about Gerotor Hydraulic Motors


Eaton Char-Lynn Motors Common in Construction 91Ӱt

Gerotor motors, often associated with name brands such as and , are a common sight in construction equipment.  Well adapted to providing torque in rugged environments, they are compact, reversible, and reasonably priced.  In this Shop Talk Blog post, we are going to discuss 5 facts you should know about Gerotor hydraulic motors.


Drones in the Construction Industry

by Dr McCaslin | Mar 20, 2017 |

Heavy 91Ӱt 101

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We know that drones are already being used to provide a bird’s eye view of construction progress—take, for example, the construction progress updates concerning the provided by 4K drones.  But did you know they are being used extensively in the construction industry for far more than just videos of the construction site?

 

 

 


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MTL versus CTL:  What’s the Difference?

by Dr McCaslin | Mar 14, 2017 |

Heavy 91Ӱt 101, Excavators, Mini-excavators

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Multi Terrain Loaders and Compact Track Loaders

Many people use the terms multi-terrain loader and compact track loader interchangeably, but they aren’t the same.  In this Shop Talk Blog post, we are going to discuss the difference between MTL's and CTL's and how those difference impact function and performance.

Excavator Tires Versus Tracks: Which Has the Best Traction?

 Excavators Traction, Tracks, and Tires

 

 

Which has the best  for excavation equipment:  tires or tracks?  The answer to that question is not as easy as it might seem.  In this Shop Talk blog post, we are going to take a look the subject of traction, tracks, and tires, beginning with a discussion about the coefficient of traction.

 

 

 


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What You Need to Know About The Eaton HP50 Motor and CTLs

by Dr McCaslin | Jan 25, 2017 |

Heavy 91Ӱt 101, Eaton Hydraulic Motors

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Eaton Track Drive Motor

The Eaton has quite a bit to brag about: high torque density, excellent starting torque, extended life, and providing an economic alternative to traditional radial piston hydraulic motors.  What you might now know is how well adapted it is to the needs of compact track loaders.


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Hydraulic Motors: Radial Piston versus Axial Piston


Radial Piston and Axial Piston Motors

 

Hydraulic motors are a main component of final drives and are key to any industry that requires a great deal of torque, including construction, forestry, and mining.  In this blog post, we are going to explain the difference between  and .

 

 

 

 


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Technician or Mechanic? In the Heavy 91Ӱt Industry

by Dr McCaslin | Dec 12, 2016 |

Final drives, Heavy 91Ӱt 101

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What is the Difference between Technician or Mechanic?

When someone says the word “m𳦳󲹲Ծ” we usually conjure up an image of a hard-working laborer with stained, rough hands holding a wrench and wearing a dark uniform while working on an automobile or other large piece of machinery.

A "technician," on the other hand, often makes us think of an individual in a clean uniform using electronic equipment to diagnose some complex pieces of machinery. 

2-Phase Testing and Quality Assurance for Hydraulic Motors

by Dr McCaslin | Nov 11, 2016 |

Testing Final Drives, Hydraulic Motors, Final drives

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Pneumatic and Final Drive Motor Testing

One of the key features of quality assurance is thorough testing of the final drives and hydraulic motors that we both repair and re-manufacture.  In this blog post we are going to outline certain aspects of our pneumatic and hydraulic testing program. 


 

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