Hydraulic systems play an essential role in the mining industry because of its power density, controllability, reliability and serviceability. Hydraulic parts and components can be easily found in a variety of applications and heavy equipment including drills, excavators, loader truckers, rock bolters and so on.

Pressure is a fundamental factor in a hydraulic system and also a vital measure of safety and efficiency in mining industry. Pressure measurements provide insight into the working conditions of mobile machineries and guidelines for operator to safely conduct operations. For example, pressure readings at multiple locations in the hydraulic boom