No matter what kind of trouble it's in, your car will find more than a few ways to tell you it needs some TLC, often by making some troubling sounds. Bad wheel bearings are no exception, as they'll often make a loud grinding noise, especially during gear shifts and turns. Since worn-out wheel bearings often mean uneven tire wear, this unpleasant noise usually stems from a single wheel first - although the others could follow suit sooner or later - and is usually owed to a lack of lubrication in the wheel that causes heat to build up within.

Fixing leaks is often a time-consuming process, especially when they've gone undetected for long. There’s also the time necessary to repair related damage.

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Wheel bearings are paramount to keeping your tires - and by extension, your vehicle - running smoothly, but trouble with one doesn't always mean there's trouble with the others. At Cochrane Dodge Jeep RAM, we know a thing or two about front and rear wheel bearings and maintenance, and we're happy to provide our customers with a list of common signs they need to be replaced. If you hang your hat in Cochrane, Alberta or any of the nearby areas of Calgary, Airdrie, or Crowfoot, contact our service centre today to book an appointment and get your wheel bearings tended to.

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Start by multiplying the number of compressors in operation by the amount of Kw each uses. Multiply your result by the total operating hours per year, then by the cost per kilowatt. This is assuming all the compressors run concurrently.

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That's anywhere from a few thousand to nearly a million dollars in annual losses for an individual plant, brewery, or other production setting,

According to recent research, 25 to 40 percent of the world's industrial energy is lost due to leaks in compressed air systems. Globally, that adds up to billions of dollars in losses from poorly-maintained equipment.

Unfortunately, a vibrating steering wheel can be caused by more than your vehicle's Lane Keeping Assist function. This common sign of bad wheel bearings will often rear its ugly head when you're traveling at lower speeds and get worse as you accelerate. Such vibrations are also commonly owed to unbalanced tires, but they only arise at higher speeds in this case. In short, if it's not a driver-assist function that's making your steering wheel vibrate, we strongly suggest you contact us for a proper diagnosis.

The best air leak detector depends on your specific application and the size of your operation. When selecting one, ensure it aligns with your plant's needs and has a good range.

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Wasting air is a considerable energy cost in industrial settings. Losses from compressed air leaks don’t just stem from the direct wastage of the compressed air. There's also the additional energy required to compensate for the pressure drops caused by these leaks.

By measuring the flow into the distribution system when the plant isn't running until there's a 14.5 psi drop in pressure, industries can gain a realistic estimate of leakage levels.

Identifying and addressing air leaks promptly can save industrial setups from wasting air and escalating energy costs. It also optimizes the system's efficiency, ensures the longevity of equipment, and reduces the carbon footprint of the plant.

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Compressed air systems form the backbone of many industrial operations. However, unnoticed leaks in these systems lead to significant losses. They affect your productivity, drain your resources, and can cost you hundreds of thousands of dollars annually. That makes compressed air leak detection and repair crucial for any business using these systems.

Since a lift is required to detect it, this symptom may well go unnoticed until you leave your vehicle in the care of our technicians. Once raised, a member of our staff will rock one of your wheels to gauge its wobble or play, then do the same to the wheel on the opposite end of the axle. If a wheel is all too willing to rock back and forth, its bearing likely needs replacing.

Ultrasonic detection and air flow meters are reliable leak detection methods for compressed gases. However, the “correct,” or best methods depend on the specifics of the gas being used and the system in question.

Testing typically begins with high pressure as these lines are the primary sources of significant leaks. However, the exact pressure depends on the system and the standards it adheres to.

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As previously mentioned, one worn-out wheel bearing isn't a guaranteed sign its three mates are in the same condition. Wheel bearings wear down unevenly, and their condition will extend to your tires. While mileage and wear and tear can often make all four tires equally long in the tooth, uneven tire wear can be a tell-tale sign at least one of your wheel bearings needs replacing. That said, skewed wheel alignment and unbalanced tires can just as likely cause your tires to wear down unevenly, which is why we recommend looking out for other symptoms before getting your bearings changed at our dealership.

The first thing to go in your wheel bearings is their lining, which is often part and parcel with corrosion. Once the bearing is pitted or corroded and the lining is worn out, its rougher surfaces are exposed, causing the tire in question to vibrate and pull your vehicle toward the corresponding side. Such drifting could also occur when applying the brakes and either be due to bad brake rotors and/or calipers or worn-out wheel bearings. In any case, if your vehicle is taking on a life of its own, we recommend getting it serviced at Cochrane Dodge Jeep RAM with minimal delay.

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Ultrasonic detectors, air flow meters and thermal imaging can determine where an air leak is coming from in large industrial environments. Visual checks, applying soapy water to suspected problem spots, and listening for hissing are useful in smaller settings.

Now, simply multiply that by .25 for 25 percent of your operating cost. The result is a low-end estimate of annual money wasted due to air leakage.

Whether your car's entire hub assembly or an individual wheel bearing needs replacing, our dealership's service centre can tend to your vehicle at an affordable price. Front and rear bearings both cost a few hundred dollars, while individual bearing replacement runs at about half the price. Since hub assemblies require wheel bearings to be installed as a single unit, this service is indeed a bit pricier, yet still soundly in the three-figure range. Feel free to get in touch with our parts department for more on wheel bearings and their price points, and contact us at Cochrane Dodge Jeep RAM to book your bearing replacement today.

Leak detection for compressed air systems should be conducted quarterly or bi-annually. The frequency varies based on the system's age and usage patterns. Tools such as air flow meters using digital technology can run constantly and provide real-time alerts.

Next, you can calculate your individual losses using your operating costs. We’ll use the low estimate that 25 percent of operating costs stem from compressed air leakage.