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OOKSOURCEFluid Power, Hydraulics
and Pneumatics
ISK183
ACTUATORS
Video
Demonstrated in this program are linear and rotary hydraulic actuators, typical
functions of actuators in hydraulic systems, actuator efficiency, procedures for
checking the efficiency of cylinders and hydraulic motors, and common systemic
causes of actuator inefficiency.
Includes 1 Video, 1 student workbook, 1 instructor’s guide and 1 set of transparencies. 1 hour.
ISK179
DIRECTIONAL AND FLOW CONTROLS
Video
Several directional control valve functions are discussed in conjunction with a
presentation of different valve designs. Five control circuits are shown
and related to the designs of various flow control valves.
Includes 1 Video, 1 student workbook, 1 instructor’s guide and 1 set of transparencies. 1 hour.
ISK185
ELECTRO HYDRAULIC SERVO SYSTEMS
Describes the purpose and components of an electro hydraulic servo
system, the concept of system feedback, the operation of several common types of
servo valves, and checking and adjusting various types of servo valves.
Includes 1 Video, 1 student workbook, 1 instructor’s guide and 1 set of transparencies. 1 hour.
FLP001
FLUID POWER PNEUMATICS SERIES
Video Series
The series includes FLP002-FLP018.
FLP002
AIR DIRECTIONAL VALVE
Video
The operation and construction of a typical five-ported air valve is shown.
The valve operators with symbols are demonstrated, plus assembly techniques and
applications. 29 minutes.
FLP003
AIR LINE FILTERS
Video
Basic air line filters are discussed; including purpose, operation,
construction and maintenance. 23 minutes.
FLP004
CUTTING THREADS
Video
Proper procedure for threading pipe. 18:30 minutes.
FLP005
FILTER/REGULATOR/ LUBRICATOR TRIOS
Video
Sizing and installation of Filter, Regulator, Lubricator units are
demonstrated along with various applications. Disassembly and reassembly
are demonstrated. 14 minutes.
FLP006
HOSE FITTINGS
Video
Covers two and three piece fittings for pressurized hoses. 13
minutes.
FLP007
INTRODUCTION TO PNEUMATICS
Video
An introduction to pneumatics is presented covering the characteristics
and common terms associated with air. Safety practices are also stressed.
20 minutes.
FLP008
LUBRICATORS
Video
Basic air line lubricators are discussed; including purpose, operation,
construction and adjustments. Both macromist and micromist lubricators are
explained. 26 minutes.
FLP009
PIPE
Video
Describes black iron pipe, pipe material, how it’s sized and rated, and why
it’s so popular. 7:30 minutes.
FLP010
PIPE FITTINGS
Video
Describes types of fittings, their pressure ratings, materials, and how
and why they are used. 11 minutes.
FLP011
PIPE THREADS
Video
Describes NPT, NPTF and NPSM threads, pipe taper, and how the threads seal.
9 minutes.
FLP012
REGULATORS
Video
Basic air line regulators are discussed; including purpose, operation,
construction, general types, and some troubleshooting tips. 27 minutes.
FLP013
TUBE BENDING
Video
Describes advantages of bending and the use of a hand-held tube bender. 6
minutes
FLP014
TUBE CONNECTING
Video
Describes the use of the flaring tool and the fitting which uses the
flare versus a flareless fitting installation. 14 minutes.
FLP015
TUBE CUTTING
Video
Describes the use of the tubing cutter and finishing off of tube ends. 7
minutes.
FLP016
TUBING
Video
Describes tube sizing and ratings and tube material. 6 minutes.
FLP017
VALVE CONVERSION
Video
The differences between 5-ported and 4-ported valves are shown, and how
to convert these valves into 2-way and 3-way valves is demonstrated. 14
minutes.
FLP018
VALVE FLOW PATHS
Video
Typical air valve flow paths are explained, as well as what is meant by
the normal position of the valve. 9 minutes.
ISK180
HYDRAULIC FLUIDS, FILTERS AND RESERVOIRS
Video
This program includes the roles of fluids and fluid conditioners in a hydraulic
system, functions and characteristics of fluids, reservoirs and filters with
emphasis on their functions in a system, and maintenance jobs that are commonly
performed on these components.
Includes 1 Video, 1 student workbook, 1 instructor’s guide and 1 set of transparencies. 1 hour.
ISK181
HYDRAULIC PUMPS, PUMPING PRINCIPLES AND ACCUMULATORS
The design and function of various types of fixed-volume positive displacement
pumps are shown. Also emphasized are system problems associated with
pumps, accumulator types, and common accumulator maintenance jobs.
Includes 1 Video, 1 student workbook, 1 instructor’s guide and 1 set of transparencies. 1 hour.
ISK184
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING
Video
This video teaches a systematic procedure for troubleshooting problems
that commonly occur in hydraulic systems. Some of the skills included are
how to divide a system into subcircuits for analysis, how to evaluate
information to determine the cause of a problem using a schematic, how to
perform field tests to verify the cause of a problem, and how to correct the
problem.
Includes 1 Video, 1 student workbook, 1 instructor’s guide and 1 set of transparencies. 1 hour.
ISK175
HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS
Video
This video introduces hydraulic theory and the principles of hydraulic systems
operation. It includes functional descriptions and operations of various
hydraulic valves and actuators used in typical hydraulic systems, and concludes
with a discussion of how to read and use hydraulic system diagrams.
Includes 1 Video, 1 student workbook, 1 instructor’s guide and 1 set of transparencies. 1 hour.
FLP021
HYDRAULICS SERIES
Video Series
The series includes FLP022-FLP029.
FLP022
HARNESSING HYDRAULIC POWER
A knowledge of fluid characteristics will help you to both appreciate the power
of fluid and understand how fluids both exert pressure to support loads and flow
to move loads.
Objectives: Identify the conditions that cause fluids to flow and exert pressure. Explain Pascal’s law. Describe the relationship between fluid pressure and fluid flow. Identify factors that affect pressure level, flow rate, and fluid velocity in a hydraulic circuit.
FLP023
THE HYDRAULIC CIRCUIT
In order to understand how a hydraulic system operates, you must know the
function and operation of various components and understand how they work
together to meet system requirements.
Objectives: Identify the components of a typical hydraulic circuit. Describe the function of components found in a basic hydraulic circuit. Explain the structure and operation of basic hydraulic. Identify graphic symbols used to represent basic hydraulic components.
FLP024
PUMPS AND ACTUATORS
Hydraulic systems require pumps to receive input energy and actuators to
expend output energy. An appreciation of the operation of these components
will aid you in understanding the operation of the entire hydraulic system.
Objectives: Describe the basic structure and operation of unbalanced and balanced vane pumps and external and internal gear pumps. Describe the basic structure and operation of radial and axial piston pumps. Identify methods of varying the displacement in vane pumps and radial and axial piston pumps. Describe the basic structure and operation of various types of hydraulic cylinders. Describe the function of such cylinder de-vices as rod gland bushings and seals, piston seals, air bleed passages, stroke adjusters, stop tubes, and cushions.
FLP025
HYDRAULIC VALVES
A single malfunctioning valve can make an entire system break down.
Because of this it is important to understand how various valves function and
affect system operation.
Objectives: Describe the basic structure and operation of normally closed normally open pressure control valves. Describe the uses for relief, unloading, sequence, counterbalance, brake and pressure-reducing valves. Describe the basic structure and operation of flow control valves. Explain how pressure compensation enables a flow control valve to maintain a desired flow rate regardless of pressure fluctuations. Describe the function and basic operation of one-way, two way, three-way and four way directional control valves. Identify methods of spool actuation for directional control valves.
FLP026
HYDRAULIC FLUID
No matter how well a hydraulic system is designed, it will eventually
malfunction if fluid is not maintained properly. This presentation focuses
on the components that store, conduct and maintain hydraulic fluid.
Objectives: Identify the characteristics that enable hydraulic fluid to perform required functions within a hydraulic system. Describe the structure of various types of conductors and fittings. Describe the function and structure of various types of hydraulic seals. Describe the structure and basic operation of various types of hydraulic filters. Describe the structure and basic operation of various types of hydraulic heat exchangers.
FLP027
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM SAFETY
Hydraulic systems, like other energy transfer systems, have inherent safety
hazards. However, if workers are aware of these dangers and understand how
to lessen hazards, accidents can be prevented.
Objectives: Identify common hazards associated with the workplace. Describe proper procedures for working with various hydraulic components. List the safety rules that must be followed when operating or maintaining a hydraulic system.
FLP028
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
Proper maintenance is one of the most important and yet often the most
overlooked requirements of a hydraulic system. Far too often, systems are
put into operation and no further work is performed on them until a major system
breakdown occurs. This presentation focuses on the importance of
maintenance.
Objectives: Describe the factors that determine the intervals at which preventive maintenance tasks should be performed. Identify basic categories of preventive tasks. Describe the inspections and tests and should be part of a preventive maintenance program for a hydraulic system.
FLP029
HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS TROUBLESHOOTING
Troubleshooting a hydraulic system requires a logical, ordered approach to
selecting and performing tasks. Unless you understand how to approach the
troubleshooting process and have a good idea as to which inspections and tests
can provide you with the best information, it may take a great deal of time to
locate and correct malfunctions.
Objectives: Identify the factors that must be considered when evaluating the operation of a hydraulic system. Identify types of tasks that should be part of a systematic troubleshooting procedure. Identify symptoms of several hydraulic components and system malfunctions. Identify possible causes of some common hydraulic component and system failures.
ISK177
INTRODUCTION TO HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS
Video
This program presents important principles of hydraulic energy transmission that
form the basic operating principles of a hydraulic system. The functions
of system components and the principles of safety, especially for isolating and
depressurizing system components, are presented. In addition, the video
introduces hydraulic system schematic symbols and provides practice in reading
and interpreting system schematics. Includes 1 Video, 1 student workbook,
1 instructor’s guide and 1 set of transparencies. 1 hour.
FLP032
PNEUMATIC SERIES
Video Series
The series includes FLP033-FLP040.
FLP033
THE POWER OF COMPRESSED AIR
Power transmission systems are found in equipment ranging from simple devices to
complex industrial machines. Their goal is the transfer and control of
energy. This presentation introduces pneumatics — the transfer, control,
and use of energy contained in compressed and flowing air.
Objectives: Define pneumatic terms. Describe the relationships among the pressure, temperature and specific volume of confined air. Identify factors that affect the pressure, flow rate and velocity of confined air. Describe how the water vapor content of air affects the operation of pneumatic systems.
FLP034
THE PNEUMATIC CIRCUIT
A pneumatic circuit is a combination of components that work together to
produce, control and transmit energy. This presentation introduces several
of these pneumatic components and the symbols used to represent them.
Objectives: Describe the basic function, structure and operation of pneumatic components that compress and store air, use compressed air to produce mechanical motion, regulate air flow, treat and transfer air, and interpret graphic symbols for pneumatic components.
FLP035
PROCESSING AIR
This presentation introduces components that process air by compressing,
storing, treating and distributing air to the actuator. Although sometimes
overlooked, these components have a major impact on system operation.
Objectives: Describe the basic structure and operation of various types of pneumatic compressors. Describe the basic structure and operation of air storage and treatment components. Describe the structure of air distribution systems.
FLP036
USING COMPRESSED AIR
No matter what type of is used to transfer power, the result is either linear or
rotary mechanical motion. Although linkages can produce complex motion
patterns, the origin of the motion is always one of these two types. This
presentation focuses on the pneumatic components that produce motion.
Objectives: Describe the function, basic structure and operation of pneumatic cylinders. Describe the function, basic structure, and operation of rotary actuators and air motors. Describe the function and operation of orifices and nozzles.
FLP037
PNEUMATIC CONTROL VALVES
To be effective, actuators must move loads in the proper sequence, at the
correct time and at the desired speed. In pneumatic systems, this type of
control is accomplished through use of valves that control the direction of air
flow, regulate actuator speed and respond to changes in air pressure.
Pneumatic control valves will be the focus of this presentation.
Objectives: Describe the function, basic structure and operation of directional control valves, speed control valves and pressure control valves.
FLP038
WORKING SAFELY WITH PNEUMATIC SYSTEMS
This presentation describes the safety hazards associated with pneumatic
systems. It also lists the safety rules that should be followed when
working with pneumatic components.
Objectives: Identify machine and work-place safety hazards associated with pneumatic systems. List safety rules that should be followed when working with individual pneumatic components.
FLP039
PNEUMATIC SYSTEMS MAINTENANCE
This presentation describes the major categories of tasks that should be
a part of a preventive maintenance program, and identifies some specific tasks
that should be performed during routine maintenance.
Objectives: Define the term preventive maintenance. Identify factors to be considered when developing a preventive maintenance program for a pneumatic components and sequence.
FLP040
TROUBLESHOOTING PNEUMATIC SYSTEMS
This presentation explores the concept of troubleshooting, and identifies
one systematic approach to identifying problems and determining their causes.
Objectives: Define the term troubleshooting. Describe a systematic procedure for evaluating pneumatic circuit operation.
ISK178
PRESSURE CONTROLS
Video
This video covers the functions of pressure control valves in a hydraulic
system, pressure relief, sequencing, counterbalance, unloading and pressure
reducing, the internal design of various pressure control valves, and how the
design of a valve and its function in the system affect installation,
maintenance, and troubleshooting procedures.
Includes 1 Video, 1 student workbook, 1 instructor’s guide and 1 set of transparencies. 1 hour.
ISK182
VARIABLE VOLUME HYDRAULIC PUMPS
Video
This program presents the design of different types of variable-volume
positive displacement pumps, applications of certain designs to system
functions, the concept of pump efficiency, and methods for checking efficiency.
Includes 1 Video, 1 student workbook, 1 instructor’s guide and 1 set of transparencies. 1 hour.
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