Selecting the right stabilization or jack leg is a critical step, especially for run-on machinery applications, like rock crushers, screening plant or mobile power generation equipment. In many cases, Power-Packer’s standard stabilization legs will do the job. Top traits of our standard stabilization legs include: ...
Power Packer offers control boxes as hydraulic power units for our stabilization legs because they allow for a self-contained stabilization circuit. The following instructions and part lists provide a helpful guide for installation of your stabilization system. For all orders, start by checking your shipment to...
In the aggregate and construction industries, where stabilization legs are consistently used in mobile applications, it can be challenging to prevent contaminants from entering the hydraulic system. Whether it’s a crushing plant, conveyor, or screen plant, these applications introduce a risk of damage to exposed portions...
Note that this information applies only to Power-Packer products manufactured in North America. Whether you need a basic hydraulic hand pump or are looking for a more advanced pump that activates at the touch of a button, Power-Packer has a variety of hydraulic pumps that will...
Cleanliness is the most important operational property of hydraulic oil, because contamination can quickly destroy system components if it gets too severe. However, in the harsh working environments of the aggregate, mining and construction markets, some level of contamination is possible the longer equipment is...
If you know how to repair the manifold block on 3.5- or 4-inch stabilization legs, you might think repairing a larger stabilization leg is pretty straightforward. However, larger stabilization legs are designed differently. This is because they’re used on heavy-duty equipment, so they’re specially designed to...
If a seal fails on the manifold block of your stabilization leg, it doesn’t mean you have to purchase a replacement stabilization leg. All Power-Packer stabilization legs have serviceable manifold blocks, which decreases your repair costs and minimizes machine downtime. Here’s the correct procedure for repairing...
Preventative maintenance is critical to ensure the life of your hydraulic system. Primary maintenance areas include oil cleanliness, hydraulic seal integrity, lubrication of moving components and proper torque on mounting bolts. We recommend the following maintenance procedures in these key areas: Oil cleanliness: Preventative maintenance procedure for...
The goal of National Engineers Week is to increase the understanding of and interest in engineering and technology careers, ensuring a diverse and well-educated future engineering workforce. We asked some of our engineers about the characteristics that help someone considering an engineering career, the skills...
What keeps your equipment safe in the event of hose or fitting damage or failure? If you’re considering Power-Packer stabilization legs, it’s important to understand that our products come with integrated, hydraulic, load-holding valves to protect your equipment. In the manifold of each of our stabilization...