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hydraulic ram

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hydraulic ram [hi′drȯ·lik ′ram]
(mechanical engineering)
A device for forcing running water to a higher level by using the kinetic energy of flow; the flow of water in the supply pipeline is periodically stopped so that a small portion of water is lifted by the velocity head of a larger portion. Also known as hydraulic pump.


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The conditioner features two hydraulic rams with specially-contoured end plates to press opposing sides of bulk bags.
Other standard features on the unit include two 9" drive rollers, spring-loaded belt tensioning system, full-length wind guards, collapsible intake and scissor lift design with two hydraulic rams.
Powered by a 3,000-psi marine-duty pump and hydraulic ram, a limiting valve in the pump prevents lifting more weight than your truck can handle.
 
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