Hydraulic Systems Use Fluid Power To Do Work:
When a hydraulic system doesn't work, work doesn't get done.
This one-day workshop, which includes an engaging blend of classroom instruction
and hands-on demonstrations, will provide mechanics and equipment
operators a basic understanding of hydraulic systems so they can keep their
equipment working. The workshop will cover the following topics:
- Safety, Safety, Safety
- Four rules of basic hydraulics
- Defining and measuring pressure, flow and horsepower
- Basic troubleshooting, maintenance and repair
Who Should Attend:
Mechanics, equipment operators and anyone who regularly works with or is
responsible for heavy equipment will benefit from this workshop.
When and Where:
Tuesday, March 9
Roscommon County Road Commission
820 E. West Branch Road
Prudenville, MI 48651
989-336-0333
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Thursday, March 11
City of Troy
Police and Fire Training Center
4850 John R Road
Troy, MI 48085
248-680-7288
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Wednesday, March 10
Ingham County Road Commission
301 Bush Street
Mason, MI 48854
517-676-9722
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Friday, March 12
Kalamazoo County Road Commission
3801 East Kilgore Road
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
296-381-3170
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Cost and Registration:
| Employees of public agencies: | $90.00 |
| Employees of private companies: | $110.00 |
Cost includes lunch, break refreshments and all workshop materials. To register,
call Michigan's LTAP at 906-487-2102. Visa and Mastercard accepted.
No-shows or cancellations within five business days prior to the workshop will
be charged the full registration fee. Substitutions will be accepted.
Agenda:
| 7:30am | Check In |
| 8:00am | Welcome and introduction |
| 8:05am | Safety Considerations |
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If used in an unsafe manner hydraulic systems can do a lot of damage
to you and your equipment. These considerations will help you avoid
damage and injury. |
| 9:30am | Break |
| 9:45am | Four rules of basic hydraulics |
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These four rules will help you understand hydraulic systems more
thoroughly and use them more effectively. |
| 11:30am | Lunch |
| 12:30pm | Defining and measuring pressure, flow and horsepower |
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Understanding these three elements of hydraulic systems will ensure
that you create and use the right system for the right job every time. |
| 1:30pm | Break |
| 1:45pm | Basic maintenance, troubleshooting and repair |
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These maintenance techniques will help you minimize breakdowns,
and these troubleshooting and repair tips will help you
diagnose and fix problems when they arise. |
| 3:00pm | Q & A |
| 3:30pm | Adjourn |
About the Instructor:
Steve Sutton is a graduate of Michigan State University's Power Equipment Technology
program and has over 20 years of mobile hydraulic experience. He has worked for
AIS Construction Equipment in Lansing since 1989 as a shop technician and currently as a
service trainer and technical support specialist. Steve is in his seventh year of teaching heavy
equipment hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and service writing for Lansing Community College.
More Details
To view the mailed brochure which includes more details, as well as an agenda,
Click Here.
Note: The brochure is in Adobe Acrobat pdf format. You must have the
Acrobat Reader installed to view it.
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