PTFE hose is useful for almost all problem applications, including hydraulic fluids, steam, solvents, fuels, and chemicals. It is vibration-absorbent, … [Read More...]
Hydraulic Hose
6 tips for safe and effective hose maintenance
Even with proper selection and installation, hose life may be significantly reduced without a continuing maintenance program. The severity of the … [Read More...]
Industry News
Bridgestone HosePower acquire New Jersey-based Industrial Rubber Co.
Bridgestone HosePower, a wholly owned indirect subsidiary of Bridgestone Corp., today announced it is expanding its hose solutions business in the Northeast by acquiring Industrial Rubber Co., a hydraulic and industrial hose sales and service company … [Read More...]
NewAge Industries hosts Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf to discuss ESOPs
On Monday, May 14, Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf visited plastic tubing manufacturer NewAge Industries, which is located in Southampton, Bucks County, Pa. Governor Wolf was invited by Ken Baker, the company's CEO, for discussions on the company’s … [Read More...]
Catching up with Molly Alton Mullins, Executive VP of NAHAD
At this week’s 34thAnnual NAHAD Convention at the JW Marriott in Marco Island, Florida, I had the chance to sit down with Molly Alton Mullins, the new Executive VP of the association. Here’s our exclusive interview with Mullins, which covered her … [Read More...]
NAHAD update: Crimping joins the rush to Industry 4.0
While the NAHAD Annual Meeting & Convention is an excellent place to network, learn from the array of economic and business speakers, and find out about what both hose manufacturers and distributors are up to, it isn't necessarily a place where … [Read More...]
NAHAD launches new website
NAHAD, the association for hose and accessories distribution, has unveiled its new website to help members and prospective members better navigate its many resources and benefits. The website now has a more modern look and feel, and the home page is … [Read More...]
FPTC Hot Technologies: CEJN’s ultra high-pressure hydraulic couplings and flat-face designs
CEJN North America will be showcasing its series 140 ultra high-pressure hydraulic couplings and its series 217 flat-face couplings and nipples at this year's Fluid Power Technology Conference at the Milwaukee School of Engineering. Visitors can see … [Read More...]
NAHAD Convention comes to South Florida
One of the best fluid power events of the year is coming up, as NAHAD, the Association for Hose and Accessories Distribution, hosts its 34th Annual Meeting and Convention at the JW Marriott Marco Island Resort in southwestern Florida. Located about … [Read More...]
Cutting blades provide high-quality cutting for tough hoses
Manuli Hydraulics is always on the lookout for ways to improve both the efficiency and the quality of new and existing production operations. With this in mind, the company has reassessed its cutting equipment offering. As a market leader in … [Read More...]
Brennan Industries hires project manager
Brennan Industries Inc., a supplier of hydraulic fittings and adapters, has hired Edward Waters as Project Manager. In his new role at Brennan, Waters will be responsible for leading and implementing a variety of corporate projects. He will be … [Read More...]
NAHAD’s annual convention hits the beach at Marco Island
Casual beachside networking will be a key focus of NAHAD’s 34th Annual Meeting & Convention slated for April 28 – May 1, at the JW Marriott Marco Island, Fla. As usual, the four days provide attendees with education, training, networking, and … [Read More...]
Singer Equities acquires Foster Hose and Fittings
Singer Equities Inc. has acquired Foster Hose and Fittings headquartered in St. Louis. The business was founded in 1928 and has been owned by Todd Sacco, Dale Schwartz and Rick Freeman since 2007. Todd Sacco, who has been active in the business, will … [Read More...]
Last chance for the NAHAD early-bird rate
Friday, February 16 marks the last day attendees can register at the early bird rate for NAHAD’s 34th Annual Meeting & Convention. The event is slated for April 28 - May 1, at the JW Marriott Marco Island, Fla. As usual, the four days provides … [Read More...]
Midland Metal releases 2018 catalog
Midland Metal Mfg. has released its new, full-color, 2018 catalog. It features more than 500 pages of the company's fittings, valves, clamps and accessories for hose, pipe and tube. Midland is a supplier to wholesalers and distributors nationwide … [Read More...]
NAHAD webinar to focus on attracting women into the hose industry
NAHAD will host a webinar, "Old Ways Won't Open New Doors" on Wednesday, February 21 from 12 to 1 p.m., to preview the Women in Leadership (WIN) workshop at NAHAD's 34th Annual Meeting and Convention in Marco Island, Fla., April 29. The webinar … [Read More...]
ContiTech expands its Hungarian hose, bellows plant
ContiTech is building on its commitment to Hungary. Over the past one and a half years, the industrial supplier – part of German technology company Continental – has invested around €20 million in its location at Nyíregyháza. The plant has built a … [Read More...]
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