Yokohama Rubber announced that it will integrate its three core overseas high-pressure hydraulic hose series under the Versatran brand name this … [Read More...] about Yokohama Rubber integrates hydraulic hose series under the Versatran brand
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Kurt Hydraulics announces Dayco Hydraulics takeover
Kurt Hydraulics and Dayco have reached an agreement for all Dayco-branded hydraulic hose and coupling inventory to be transferred to Kurt Hydraulics. … [Read More...] about Kurt Hydraulics announces Dayco Hydraulics takeover
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Hydraulic fittings and couplings trend toward safety
Hydraulic fittings and couplings are often overlooked in mobile machinery design, yet they play a critical role in any fluid power system. In extremely high-pressure hydraulic applications, a leak or accidental disconnection can cause serious … [Read More...] about Hydraulic fittings and couplings trend toward safety

Hydraulic hoses are tougher, lighter, and more flexible
Ergonomics, safety, efficiency, and refined quality are key themes for hydraulic hose applications these days. Machine builders are looking for hoses that improve service life and fit their exact specifications. Therefore, manufacturers are designing … [Read More...] about Hydraulic hoses are tougher, lighter, and more flexible

Registration open for NAHAD’s 39th Annual Meeting & Convention
Registration is now open for NAHAD's 39th Annual Meeting & Convention, which will take place from April 29 to May 3, 2023, at the beautiful Atlantis Paradise Island in Nassau, Bahamas. Much is in store next year with top business speakers, speed … [Read More...] about Registration open for NAHAD’s 39th Annual Meeting & Convention

Parker taps William “Skip” Bowman to lead Fluid Connectors Group
Parker Hannifin Corp. announced that its Board of Directors has elected William R. "Skip" Bowman, as Vice President and President – Fluid Connectors Group, effective January 1, 2023. Bowman will succeed Andrew D. Ross, who, as previously announced, … [Read More...] about Parker taps William “Skip” Bowman to lead Fluid Connectors Group

Danfoss Power Solutions names Ines E. Sira as President of Fluid Conveyance division
Danfoss Power Solutions has appointed Ines E. Sira as the new President of its Fluid Conveyance division, effective immediately. Based at the company’s campus in Eden Prairie, Minn., Sira will be a key member of the Power Solutions leadership team … [Read More...] about Danfoss Power Solutions names Ines E. Sira as President of Fluid Conveyance division

Stauff to present new QRC-FG series of threaded flat-face couplings at Bauma
Stauff will present a new QRC-FG series of threaded flat-face couplings at Bauma, the world's leading trade fair for construction machinery, building material machines, mining machines, construction vehicles, and construction … [Read More...] about Stauff to present new QRC-FG series of threaded flat-face couplings at Bauma

Pirtek USA shows strong growth with 13 new signings and openings
Pirtek USA saw strong growth from April to September with four openings and nine franchisee signings, four of which were resales. The new franchises indicate the brand’s strength and demand in Texas, Georgia, Louisiana, Virginia, and Kentucky. Pirtek … [Read More...] about Pirtek USA shows strong growth with 13 new signings and openings

Kurt Hydraulics announces Dayco Hydraulics takeover
Kurt Hydraulics and Dayco have reached an agreement for all Dayco-branded hydraulic hose and coupling inventory to be transferred to Kurt Hydraulics. Dayco North America will be exiting the hydraulics category and Kurt will take over the manufacture … [Read More...] about Kurt Hydraulics announces Dayco Hydraulics takeover

New Aeroquip by Danfoss EC881 Dynamax hose
Mobile and industrial hydraulics supplier Danfoss Power Solutions, Nordborg, Denmark, has launched its Aeroquip by Danfoss EC881 Dynamax hose. This two-wire braided hose reportedly offers higher reliability and extended service life versus similar … [Read More...] about New Aeroquip by Danfoss EC881 Dynamax hose

Uniflex celebrates 50th anniversary
Uniflex-Hydraulik GmbH was founded in Frankfurt am Main in 1972. Thanks to the pioneering innovations and the extraordinary product quality, the flourishing company rapidly developed into one of the worldwide leading suppliers of machines for the … [Read More...] about Uniflex celebrates 50th anniversary

Brennan Industries’ new lab supports particulate contamination testing
Brennan Industries has announced the construction of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 14644 Cleanroom Standard Class 8. The cleanroom has been completed to support a Technical Cleanliness Lab for particulate contamination … [Read More...] about Brennan Industries’ new lab supports particulate contamination testing

Swagelok Company celebrates 75th anniversary, adds to fittings manufacturing
Swagelok Company, a solutions provider of fluid system products, assemblies, and related services, is marking its 75th year in business by expanding its workforce on Cleveland’s west side through the addition of positions in its existing Strongsville … [Read More...] about Swagelok Company celebrates 75th anniversary, adds to fittings manufacturing

NAHAD hosts nearly 900, establishes new committee structure at Annual Meeting
Last month, nearly 900 attendees gathered for NAHAD’s 38th Annual Meeting and Convention at the Fontainebleau Miami Beach to reconnect with existing clients, engage with new customers, and take part in multiple educational sessions. The … [Read More...] about NAHAD hosts nearly 900, establishes new committee structure at Annual Meeting

NAHAD Regional Training returns to Chicago on June 27‒28
NAHAD is excited to announce the return of Hose Safety Institute (HSI) Regional Training, a one-of-a-kind interactive classroom experience where attendees participate in various workshops covering hose safety, manufacturing processes, preventative … [Read More...] about NAHAD Regional Training returns to Chicago on June 27‒28

Motion names Gates Corp. its Supplier of the Year for 2021
Motion Industries Inc. named Gates Corp. “2021 Supplier of the Year.” The award recognizes companies that have shown exceptional commitment to Motion through quality products and services, as well as earning the highest score in the multi-faceted … [Read More...] about Motion names Gates Corp. its Supplier of the Year for 2021
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