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Gates releases Sustainability report with technology focus
Gates Corp. has released its 2020 Sustainability Report. Gates’ Report features a comprehensive set of initiatives and programs organized around … [Read More...] about Gates releases Sustainability report with technology focus
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Air Hydro Power acquires Huntington Hose and Hydraulics
Air Hydro Power (AHP), located in Louisville, has acquired certain assets of Huntington Hose and Hydraulics of Huntington, West Virginia as of Sept 2. Huntington Hose has three locations: Huntington, Winchester, Kentucky, and South Point, Ohio. … [Read More...] about Air Hydro Power acquires Huntington Hose and Hydraulics
Pirtek opens Puerto Rico and Columbus locations
Pirtek USA has announced the opening of its newest locations in Puerto Rico and Columbus, Ohio. The company opened its newest location in San Juan, Puerto Rico on July 1. The local business is headquartered at 1131 Calle 5 El Edificio, Local #3, … [Read More...] about Pirtek opens Puerto Rico and Columbus locations
NAHAD’s Regional Training moves to Chicago in October
NAHAD will host its third annual Hose Safety Institute Regional Training in Chicago, October 11-12. 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 NAHAD’s Regional Training moves to Chicago in October
PIRTEK USA launches industrial hose product line
PIRTEK USA has launched a new product line of industrial hose to enhance available products and services to clients in mining, petro-chemical and pharmaceutical industries. The new industrial hose will expand PIRTEK USA’s range of product offerings … [Read More...] about PIRTEK USA launches industrial hose product line
Pirtek sees increased demand for products and services
Last month, Pirtek announced that it had added eight new franchise locations, as demand continues to increase throughout the pandemic. I spoke with Nick Ridgway, Director of Franchise Development of PIRTEK USA, to learn more about this growth and … [Read More...] about Pirtek sees increased demand for products and services
NAHAD continues to look ahead
This year’s NAHAD Annual Conference came off splendidly at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess resort in Arizona. Originally planned for earlier in the Spring, the Conference was moved back to June, because of continuing Covid-19 concerns. Then, a … [Read More...] about NAHAD continues to look ahead
Upcoming hose and flange webinars from Fluid Power World
June will see several opportunities for users to learn about hydraulic hose assembly designs, with upcoming Fluid Power Technology Conference (FPTC) and Fluid Power World webinar presentations. On June 22 at 2 p.m., Robert Mackey, General Manager … [Read More...] about Upcoming hose and flange webinars from Fluid Power World
Gates releases Sustainability report with technology focus
Gates Corp. has released its 2020 Sustainability Report. Gates’ Report features a comprehensive set of initiatives and programs organized around Gates’ four pillars of sustainability – Governance, Technology, the Environment and Stewardship … [Read More...] about Gates releases Sustainability report with technology focus
Continental’s ContiTech names Philip Nelles as CEO
Philip Nelles has officially taken up his responsibilities as the new CEO of Continental’s ContiTech business area. In his new role, Nelles stands committed to driving the unit’s ongoing transformation as a provider of innovative solutions for a … [Read More...] about Continental’s ContiTech names Philip Nelles as CEO
PIRTEK USA shows post-COVID growth with eight recent franchises
PIRTEK USA will continue its growth this year as a result of eight new franchise agreements that will debut the brand into several key markets across North America. Since December, PIRTEK has signed agreements to bring the brand to Spartanburg, … [Read More...] about PIRTEK USA shows post-COVID growth with eight recent franchises
TIPCO Technologies opens new distribution hub and hose center
TIPCO Technologies is pleased to announce the opening of its state-of-the-art distribution hub strategically located in Manassas, Va. The hub will serve as a Super Center to support the company’s growth and increased demand from customers. The … [Read More...] about TIPCO Technologies opens new distribution hub and hose center
NAHAD moves annual meeting to Scottsdale
Because California still has tight restrictions on group meetings, NAHAD has moved its Annal Meeting & Convention slated for June 12-15 in San Diego to the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, in Arizona. The event will look similar to previous events … [Read More...] about NAHAD moves annual meeting to Scottsdale
Learn how to reduce leaks with Metric tube fittings
In our next installment of the Fluid Power Technology Conference Virtual Series, Stauff will return to the "stage" to offer tips on using tube end forming for leak-free hydraulic connections. Stauff's Gregory Byrne will present, "Creating Leak Free … [Read More...] about Learn how to reduce leaks with Metric tube fittings
Faster wins John Deere Supplier Innovation Award for multi-connection couplings
Helios Technologies Inc. announced yesterday that its subsidiary, Faster S.r.l, has been selected as a recipient of the John Deere Supplier Innovation Award for 2020 for its multi-connection couplings with integrated valve system. The award is … [Read More...] about Faster wins John Deere Supplier Innovation Award for multi-connection couplings
NAHAD postpones 2021 Annual Meeting and Convention until June
NAHAD leadership announced it will postpone its 2021 Annual Meeting and Convention to now take place June 12-15, 2021 at the Marriott Marquis in San Diego. Originally scheduled for April 10-13, NAHAD’s leadership believes this delay will allow more … [Read More...] about NAHAD postpones 2021 Annual Meeting and Convention until June
