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Schroeder Industries Schroeder is an ISO 9001:2015 certified company.

Designing, manufacturing and marketing a complete range of Advanced Fluid Conditioning Solutions® for over 75 years.

10/28/2026

Don’t Let Dirty Hydraulic Filtration Haunt Your Equipment | Schroeder Industries

Dirty hydraulic fluid and ineffective filtration can contribute to contamination, component wear, and equipment performance problems.

Learn more at www.schroederindustries.com

10/28/2026

**BIGGER ISN'T ALWAYS BETTER.**

When it comes to hydraulic reservoirs, size has traditionally helped give entrained air time to escape.

But what if improving air removal could change how much tank a machine actually needs?

In our latest TABS episode, Schroeder Industries explores how Tank Optimization and Air Fusion Technology can work together to improve hydraulic reservoir design.

And the results from two real customer applications may surprise you.

A 12-gallon reservoir became 7 gallons.

A 9-gallon reservoir became just 2 gallons.

Less oil. Less weight. More room for smarter equipment design.

**HOW MUCH TANK DO YOU REALLY NEED?**

Watch the video and see how a different approach to deaeration can make a big difference.

Learn more: https://schroederindustries.com/tank-optimization/

Results vary by application.

09/21/2026

What happens when a replacement filter fits your equipment—but doesn't deliver the performance it requires?

In this episode of TABS, we look at how filtration performance can affect dredging equipment, warranty claims, customer satisfaction, and ultimately your brand's reputation.

Schroeder Industries' private-label filtration solutions help OEMs maintain the filtration performance their equipment was designed around while creating opportunities for aftermarket replacement business.
Because the question isn't simply, “Does it fit?”

It's: “Does it provide the performance your equipment requires?”
Protect performance. Protect your brand.

How can low-quality replacement filter elements affect an OEM’s reputation? ⬇️When third-party filter elements don’t del...
09/21/2026

How can low-quality replacement filter elements affect an OEM’s reputation? ⬇️

When third-party filter elements don’t deliver the filtration performance an application requires, the resulting equipment problems may still be blamed on the original equipment manufacturer.

That’s what happened to one OEM experiencing field failures and warranty claims associated with low-quality replacement filter elements.

After implementing a private-label filter element program from Schroeder Industries, the OEM saw fewer warranty claims while increasing aftermarket filter element revenue. The program helped ensure customers had access to replacement elements designed to provide the filtration performance the equipment required.

The result? Better control over replacement filtration, greater equipment protection, and a stronger connection between the OEM and its aftermarket business.

See how private-label filtration helped this OEM protect both equipment performance and brand reputation. Check out the case study!https://schroederindustries.com/wp-content/uploads/L-5247-Marine-Dredge-Private-Label-TAB.pdf

Why can a cheaper hydraulic filter element cost more over time? ⚠️Two filter elements can have the same nominal micron r...
09/21/2026

Why can a cheaper hydraulic filter element cost more over time? ⚠️

Two filter elements can have the same nominal micron rating and still deliver very different levels of filtration performance.

Choosing a filter element based primarily on initial price can mean sacrificing particle-removal efficiency and contamination control. Higher contamination levels can contribute to accelerated component wear, increased maintenance, unplanned downtime, and reduced equipment productivity—quickly outweighing the initial savings of a lower-cost filter element.

That's why the true cost of hydraulic filtration involves more than the purchase price. Filtration efficiency, media performance, contamination-control requirements, and equipment protection all affect the long-term cost of operating a hydraulic system.

Schroeder Industries offers high-performance filter elements, multiple media grades, private-label capabilities, and Quality Protected filtration solutions designed to help control contamination and protect critical hydraulic system components.

Learn more about choosing hydraulic filter elements based on performance, protection, and total operating cost—not price alone.

Learn more about our element technology offerings: https://schroederindustries.com/filter-elements/

What's the difference between a nominal filter rating and an absolute filter rating? Quite a lot—and understanding the d...
09/21/2026

What's the difference between a nominal filter rating and an absolute filter rating? Quite a lot—and understanding the difference can help you select the right filtration for your hydraulic system. ⬇️

A filter element's **nominal micron rating** describes its approximate ability to capture particles of a specified size. A 5-micron or 10-micron nominal rating indicates that the element meets a defined minimum efficiency for particles in that size range, but it does not necessarily indicate high-efficiency filtration.

An **absolute filter rating** provides a more specific indication of the largest particle size a filter is designed to control at a defined efficiency. Filter performance can also be evaluated using a **Beta ratio**, which measures particle removal efficiency at a specified micron size.

Why does the difference matter?

Hydraulic system contamination can contribute to component wear, reduced performance, and premature equipment failure. Understanding micron ratings, Beta ratios, and filtration efficiency helps equipment owners choose filter elements based on actual contamination-control requirements—not micron rating or price alone.

Learn more about Schroeder Industries filter element technology and how proper filtration can help protect critical hydraulic system components.

Learn more about Schroeder Industries element technology, and talk to our experts in contamination control: https://schroederindustries.com/filter-elements/

Key Topics: Nominal Rating, Absolute Rating, Filter Elements, Replacement Elements, Hydraulic Filtration, Fluid Power

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How can OEMs help prevent low-quality replacement filter elements from causing equipment damage? ⬇️Low-quality substitut...
09/21/2026

How can OEMs help prevent low-quality replacement filter elements from causing equipment damage? ⬇️

Low-quality substitute filter elements can allow contamination to contribute to premature component wear and equipment failure.

Schroeder Industries’ Lock & Key™ Quality Protected filtration uses an interlocking interface designed to prevent unauthorized filter element substitutions. By helping ensure the correct replacement element is installed, OEMs can better protect filtration performance, reduce contamination-related equipment damage, and support aftermarket filter sales.

For applications requiring a proprietary solution, Lock & Key™ interfaces can also be specially customized.

Discover more filter element technologies and learn how Quality Protected filtration can help protect your equipment, your customers, and your aftermarket business.
https://schroederindustries.com/filter-elements/

07/30/2026

Your New Machine Is Already Contaminated. Here’s How.

New equipment doesn’t always mean clean equipment. Contamination can enter a machine long before it reaches the customer—leading to premature wear, failures, and costly downtime. Follow the evidence as we uncover the hidden sources of built-in contamination and explore how better roll-off cleanliness can help stop problems before they start.

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580 W PARK Road
Leetsdale, PA

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Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
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