Basic Hydraulic Systems for Die Casting

Perhaps no form of power is more universally used than hydraulic power. In die casting equipment, hydraulic systems are an integral part of the process to produce high quality parts within cost parameters. However, it is clear that with increased technology and automation, hydraulic circuits have become much more complex in the way they interact with electro-mechanical-PLC processes. Troubleshooting and maintaining hydraulic components have become all the more important to the successful daily operation of die casting equipment. This webinar is dedicated to understanding and implementing hydraulic principles.

It will review the definitions and principles that govern how hydraulic processes work, including Pascals law, force multiplication, laminar flow-turbulent flow, hydraulic fluid systems and contamination control. The basic formulas for hydraulic fluid flow and other areas covered include energy inputs and outputs; and hydraulic pressure.

Introduction & Basic Principles of Hydraulic Processes
This webinar will start with the basic structure and concepts of hydraulics. From the power source, transmission of the source to either transitional or rotational loads. Applications in the die cast process are reviewed. The basic concepts for hydraulic applications are examined and Pascal’s equations for fluid power association are applied to hydraulic circuits.
Date: May 8, 2025

Principles of Power Hydraulics
In this webinar the student will understand hydraulic pressure & hydraulic flow rates. Bernoulli concepts for flow and pressure will be reviewed. Fluid flow for turbulence and flow resistance. The student will also start to learn the symbols for hydraulic components.
Date: May 12, 2025

Hydraulic Fluid Conductors and Seals
In this webinar the student will learn about hydraulic piping sizes and construction. Including the fittings and connections. NPT, NPTF , SAE (JIC) Fittings & Quick Connects, are explained. Fluid flow understanding is explained by reviewing several examples. Also, piston rings & packing glands are explained. Many fluid reservoirs and heat exchanger designs are reviewed.
Date: May 22, 2025

Contamination Control
In this webinar the student will learn about sources of contamination in hydraulic applications. The student will learn the different types of contamination and controls in hydraulic applications. Causes and corrective actions for cavitation and erosion in different pump applications. Contamination size and required filtration is reviewed to maintain cleanliness of hydraulic applications. A systematic contamination control process is reviewed.
Date: May 28, 2025

Hydraulic Pumps
In this webinar the student will learn to apply Pascal’s law for flow, pressure and area. The student will also apply the flow rate, velocity of a fluid and the area of a cylinder. The start of hydraulic diagrams are reviewed along with each of the symbols for motors, pumps, pilot valves, & cylinders. Hydraulic directional valve symbols are introduced and many types of valves discussed.
Date: May 29, 2025

Register for the Series: Basic Hydraulic Systems for Die Casting  

Register for a single webinar
Part 1 - Introduction & Basic Principles of Hydraulic Processes
Part 2 - Principles of Power Hydraulics
Part 3 - Hydraulic Fluid Conductors and Seals
Part 4 - Contamination Control
Part 5 - Hydraulic Pumps

These webinars will take place at 12pm Central on the dates listed. The cost per webinar is $69 for Corporate Members, $99 for Individual Members or $119 for Non-Members. Please note that registering for a webinar grants you access to the live broadcast on the given date. No recordings or pdfs of the presentation will be issued.