As explained by Power & Motion in their article, “Hose Monitoring Prevents Costly Downtime,” the introduction of the Hose Diagnostic & Monitoring System (HDMS) from Gates Corp. offers a game-changing solution for industries reliant on hydraulic systems. Click here to learn more about how this innovative technology is reducing downtime and enhancing equipment safety.
Hydraulic hose failure is a common cause of expensive downtime in industries like mining, construction, steel manufacturing, and wind energy. Traditionally, monitoring hose health relied on imprecise visual inspections, but the HDMS system now offers real-time monitoring of a hose’s working conditions, estimating its remaining lifespan. This early-warning system allows operators to replace hoses before they fail, improving productivity and reducing repair and environmental cleanup costs.
Joe Skovrinski, a condition-monitoring engineer at Gates, explains that HDMS performs daily inspections from the inside out, predicting potential hose failures and alerting technicians to schedule timely replacements. This predictive maintenance not only increases safety but also minimizes costly breakdowns, making it essential for high-value equipment in sensitive environments.
For example, Liebherr Machine uses the system as a data logger, tracking real-time pressure and temperature data to optimize equipment efficiency. HDMS has become an indispensable tool for industries where unexpected downtime can have significant financial and environmental consequences.
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