Mobile and industrial hydraulics supplier Danfoss Power Solutions, Nordborg, Denmark, has launched its Aeroquip by Danfoss EC881 Dynamax hose. This … [Read More...] about New Aeroquip by Danfoss EC881 Dynamax hose
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Hydraulic hose tube – it’s the inside that counts
By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor We’re all taught from a young age to place focus and worth on what’s inside, and the more thought you put into … [Read More...] about Hydraulic hose tube – it’s the inside that counts
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- New Aeroquip by Danfoss EC881 Dynamax hose
- Hydraulic hose tube – it’s the inside that counts
- SC 12 i 370-ton workshop crimper from Uniflex
- Uniflex celebrates 50th anniversary
- High-visibility safety hose creates safer environments
- New Surseat P51B flare lapping tool
- Brennan Industries’ new lab supports particulate contamination testing
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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

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
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