HANSA-FLEX has developed a hydraulic hose line series for high pressures and extreme applications up to 450 bar (6,527 psi). These hose products also … [Read More...] about Premium hoses for high-pressure applications
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Supplier expertise helps make hydraulic test stand vision a reality
Collaboration is key between customers and their manufacturers and distributors, as a recent custom build from Power Drives Inc., a manufacturer and … [Read More...] about Supplier expertise helps make hydraulic test stand vision a reality
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- Motion names Gates Corp. its Supplier of the Year for 2021
- When should you use banjo hose fittings?
- Pirtek USA strengthens in 2022 with Q1 signings and openings
- Registration open for NAHAD’s Regional Training event in Chicago
- HCI Equity Partners-backed Echelon Supply and Service acquires Berg-Nelson
- Kurt Hydraulics expands braided hose couplings to more than 743 styles and sizes
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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

Pirtek USA strengthens in 2022 with Q1 signings and openings
Pirtek USA saw strong growth at the beginning of the year with five openings, four new franchisee signings, and four resales. The new franchises indicate the brand’s strength and demand in Florida, Texas, Georgia, and across the Midwest. Since … [Read More...] about Pirtek USA strengthens in 2022 with Q1 signings and openings

Registration open for NAHAD’s Regional Training event in Chicago
NAHAD will host its third annual Hose Safety Institute Regional Training in Chicago, June 27-28. This program is designed to promote and develop an understanding and adoption of HSI guidelines and best practices in hose design and fabrication. … [Read More...] about Registration open for NAHAD’s Regional Training event in Chicago

HCI Equity Partners-backed Echelon Supply and Service acquires Berg-Nelson
Echelon Supply and Service ("ESS"), backed by HCI Equity Partners ("HCI"), announced it has acquired Berg-Nelson Company Inc. on March 30. ESS (formerly known as JGB Enterprises) is a supply chain management and logistics services distributor of … [Read More...] about HCI Equity Partners-backed Echelon Supply and Service acquires Berg-Nelson

JGB Enterprises of Liverpool, NY is now Echelon Supply and Service
JGB Enterprises Inc., a provider of industrial hose, fluid power products and hose assembly solutions, has rebranded to Echelon Supply and Service (Echelon), effective March 1. The new company brand will include JGB’s recent acquisition, All Serv … [Read More...] about JGB Enterprises of Liverpool, NY is now Echelon Supply and Service

Pirtek USA names Mike McCarthy as Chief Operating Officer
Pirtek USA, a global on-site and retail hydraulic and industrial hose service provider, announced that Mike McCarthy has been appointed as the company’s Chief Operating Officer, effective January 1. McCarthy has more than 40 years of operational … [Read More...] about Pirtek USA names Mike McCarthy as Chief Operating Officer

Swagelok Co. partners with Dept. of Defense for SkillBridge Program
Swagelok Co. has partnered with the United States Department of Defense’s SkillBridge program, helping active military members transition to the civilian sector. Through this national program, Swagelok invites transitioning service members to … [Read More...] about Swagelok Co. partners with Dept. of Defense for SkillBridge Program

Premium hoses for high-pressure applications
HANSA-FLEX has developed a hydraulic hose line series for high pressures and extreme applications up to 450 bar (6,527 psi). These hose products also perform reliably under highly dynamic loads such as encountered on hydraulic presses and hydrostatic … [Read More...] about Premium hoses for high-pressure applications

New ToughShield Plus increases corrosion protection for fittings
Parker Hannifin has introduced the newly developed proprietary ToughShield Plus zinc-nickel surface treatment for all tube fittings and adapters worldwide. With this new development, Parker is bringing the zinc-nickel plating technology to the next … [Read More...] about New ToughShield Plus increases corrosion protection for fittings

Registration now open for NAHAD’s 2022 Miami Beach convention
Registration is now open for the Association for Hose and Accessories Distribution (NAHAD) 2022 Convention, scheduled for May 14–18 in Miami Beach, Fla. The five-day event brings together distributors, suppliers, and manufacturers for a program of … [Read More...] about Registration now open for NAHAD’s 2022 Miami Beach convention

IFPS releases new Fluid Conveyance Guide
The International Fluid Power Society has released a new publication. Information provided in the new Fluid Conveyance Guide can be found in a variety of other publications but with this guide, readers have access to easily searchable information all … [Read More...] about IFPS releases new Fluid Conveyance Guide

Pirtek continues 2021 growth with 9 franchise agreements and 5 openings in Q4
Pirtek USA saw robust growth at the end of 2021 by signing nine new franchise agreements and opening five locations. In addition, the franchisor’s 2021 expansion milestones include a 14% unit growth and new locations expansion across 28 states. … [Read More...] about Pirtek continues 2021 growth with 9 franchise agreements and 5 openings in Q4

Coxreels launches Ship Ready program for hose reels
Coxreels goal has always listened to its customer’s needs and the challenges they face. Using this feedback, the company works to deliver the products and services that will help grow clients' business. As a result of this feedback, Coxreels is … [Read More...] about Coxreels launches Ship Ready program for hose reels

Pirtek named official hose supplier of Indianapolis Motor Speedway, IndyCar
Pirtek has announced that it will become the Official Hose Supplier of IndyCar and Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Through the partnership, IndyCar will begin to transition some of its hydraulic hose usage to the Pirtek brand of hoses and … [Read More...] about Pirtek named official hose supplier of Indianapolis Motor Speedway, IndyCar

Pirtek USA continues growth through franchises in four states
Pirtek USA, a global on-site and retail hydraulic and industrial hose service provider, has demonstrated the strength of its brand by signing eight new franchisees to the system during the third quarter of 2021. PIRTEK USA was also named #123 on the … [Read More...] about Pirtek USA continues growth through franchises in four states