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White paper reveals strategies to prevent tubing kinking
Kinking of tubing, a widespread challenge with far-reaching implications across industries, has been addressed in a comprehensive new white paper by … [Read More...] about White paper reveals strategies to prevent tubing kinking
Today on Hose Assembly Tips
- Pirtek USA appoints brand manager to drive growth
- Follow these 9 tips to prevent pneumatic hose leaks
- Singer Industrial joins forces with American Hose & Hardware
- Pirtek USA celebrates 25 years in franchising
- Why is impulse testing important for hose assemblies?
- White paper reveals strategies to prevent tubing kinking
- A review of hydraulic fittings and flanges
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Pirtek USA appoints brand manager to drive growth
Pirtek USA announces that Jacqueline Erale-Baughn has joined the team as its new Brand Manager. In her new role, Erale-Baughn will focus on creating marketing strategies that propel the brand forward to meet its goals in 2023 and beyond. She … [Read More...] about Pirtek USA appoints brand manager to drive growth

Singer Industrial joins forces with American Hose & Hardware
On August 31, 2023, Singer Industrial joined forces with American Hose & Hardware (AH&H). AH&H will operate within the Industrial Rubber Division of Singer Industrial and, with this addition, will increase Singer Industrial’s North … [Read More...] about Singer Industrial joins forces with American Hose & Hardware

Pirtek USA celebrates 25 years in franchising
Pirtek USA is celebrating its 25th anniversary of franchising in the United States. As the only industrial franchise brand of its kind in the U.S., Pirtek USA first started franchising in May 1998 and has grown to now operate 142 franchise locations … [Read More...] about Pirtek USA celebrates 25 years in franchising

White paper reveals strategies to prevent tubing kinking
Kinking of tubing, a widespread challenge with far-reaching implications across industries, has been addressed in a comprehensive new white paper by NewAge Industries. When tubing kinks, it not only disrupts fluid flow and product integrity but also … [Read More...] about White paper reveals strategies to prevent tubing kinking

Hoses2U launches mobile hydraulic and industrial hose service in Denver
Hoses2U announced its recent relocation from Oklahoma City to the Denver area. The strategic move aims to capitalize on the robust industrial and construction base surrounding Denver, enabling the company to serve more customers and expand its … [Read More...] about Hoses2U launches mobile hydraulic and industrial hose service in Denver

Coxreels offers custom products for any application
Coxreels is pleased to offer its customers thousands of standard products to choose from; however, in the event that a customer cannot locate the perfect reel for a specific application, Coxreels has the capability to custom-build any product to an … [Read More...] about Coxreels offers custom products for any application

Brennan Industries named 2023 Best Employer in Ohio
Brennan has been named one of the 2023 Best Employers in Ohio. The annual list of the Best Employers in Ohio was created by Best Companies Group in partnership with Crain’s Cleveland Business and Crain’s Content Studio-Cleveland. This … [Read More...] about Brennan Industries named 2023 Best Employer in Ohio

NAHAD announces new date for HSI Hands-On regional training event
NAHAD will host its HSI Hands-On (formerly Regional Training) on October 16-17. This program by the Hose Safety Institute promotes and develops an understanding and adoption of HSI guidelines and best practices in hose design and fabrication. … [Read More...] about NAHAD announces new date for HSI Hands-On regional training event

Stäubli Group appoints new CFO
Stäubli has appointed Roger Schnüriger as its new Group Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and member of the Group Executive Committee. He will assume his new role as of June 1, 2023. With Schnüriger, Stäubli is recruiting an experienced manager, … [Read More...] about Stäubli Group appoints new CFO

Uniflex presents the new EM 120 for clean cuts in no time
The new Uniflex EM 120 is a hose-cutting machine for hydraulic and industrial hoses with outside diameters of up to 135 mm. The EM 120 is the first fully electric cutting machine on the market. The hose is pre-bent and locked while the blade moves up … [Read More...] about Uniflex presents the new EM 120 for clean cuts in no time

Pirtek continues strong growth trajectory with new openings and signings
Pirtek USA saw strong growth at the beginning of 2023 with five openings and 15 new franchisee signings. The new franchise agreements exceed the growth numbers for all 2022 and signal the growing demand for top-tier hydraulic and industrial service … [Read More...] about Pirtek continues strong growth trajectory with new openings and signings

Sun Hydraulics distribution channel now offering Taimi swivel cartridges
Helios Technologies Inc. announced the integration of the Taimi Swivel Cartridges through the distribution channel of its operating company, Sun Hydraulics. The integration provides the expansion of product offerings for Sun’s longstanding sales … [Read More...] about Sun Hydraulics distribution channel now offering Taimi swivel cartridges

Brennan to acquire SRM Industries, maker of RHINO hose protective components
Brennan Industries announced the acquisition of SRM Industries of Houston, Texas including its RHINO family of products. SRM has been marketing hydraulic hose protective products such as its RHINO Sleeve and RHINO Wrap since 2005. This acquisition … [Read More...] about Brennan to acquire SRM Industries, maker of RHINO hose protective components

Pirtek ranked in Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 and Franchise Business Review
Pirtek USA, a global on-site and retail hydraulic and industrial hose service provider, was recognized as #107 on the 44th Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 and was ranked by Franchise Business Review as one of the Top 200 Franchises. In 2022, Pirtek … [Read More...] about Pirtek ranked in Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 and Franchise Business Review

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
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