Fluid Power World Contributing Writer Joyce Laird talked with Sr. Traning Specialist for Eaton Corporation Robert J. Koehler about swaging and swaging machines. Here’s what he had to say. Robert J. Koehler, Sr. Training Specialist at Eaton Corporation explains “In creating hose assemblies, a swaging machine is used to change the diameter of a metal […]
High temperature hydraulic hose
Intertraco’s one wire braid high temperature hose is used for both mineral and biological hydraulic oils, polyglicol based oils, water-oil emulsions and water. For hydraulic oils, the hose can contain fluids with temperatures from -40° to 275° F (-40° C to 135° C), and occasionally peaks up to 302° F (150° C). For polyglicol based […]
Low-temperature hydraulic hose flexible in cold climates
Parker’s Duramax low-temperature hoses offer flexibility in operating environments with low temperatures. With a 3,000 psi constant working pressure, the hose is designed to withstand and perform in cold or refrigerated areas, such as construction or agricultural equipment in cold climates. The matte cover creates a low coefficient of friction while the hose has a […]
62-year-old company celebrates employee ownership
In January 2016, NewAge Industries will note a milestone—10 years as an employee-owned company. The share price of the company’s Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) has increased over six fold since the plan’s inception. When asked if he had ever thought NewAge would be in its current position as an ESOP, Ken Baker, CEO, said, “Absolutely. Back […]
The importance of hydraulic hose construction
Senior Editor Mary Gannon talks with Contributing Editor Josh Cosford about the importance of hydraulic hose construction for Fluid Power World’s Hump Day Hydraulics video series. Josh discusses the flexibility of hydraulic hose in a variety of applications, such as pipe and tube assemblies. He also discusses how the construction techniques and materials of hose […]
Poppet type hydraulic couplings
Quick Coupling Technology’s QC-AG Poppet Type hydraulic quick coupling, made of steel, is used on construction equipment, forestry equipment, agricultural machinery, oil tools, steel mill machinery and other hydraulic applications. The poppet valves featured in the couplings prevent uncoupled leakage and the critical parts of the coupling are hardened for durability. It features a ball-locking […]
Pneumatic tubing for air brake systems
Coilhose Pnuematics’ D.O.T. tubing is a Type A, non-reinforced nylon tubing used for connecting instrumentation and accessories for air brake systems. It is manufactured from high quality resins and has a temperature range from -60° to 200° F. The tubing meets UL94HB compliance and is UV stabilized. There are five models available: the DOT18, DOT532, […]
Ryco’s JSeal gives users double the strength
Senior Editor Mary Gannon and Assistant Editor Michelle DiFrangia discuss Ryco’s JSeal JIC fitting in a video for Fluid Power World. The fittings features a convex female design that is compatible with any JIC fitting, which makes the fitting leak-free and eliminates sweating, weeping, stretching and cracking. Through redesigning the solid black nut, Ryco doubled […]
Steel blades cut hydraulic hose
Cut-Off Blades, LLC provide machined tool steel cut-off blades, made for extra wearability and re-sharpening capabilities. The blades, available in .095 and .125, are available in standard, bevel-edge, bevel-notched edge or scalloped edged. They can be used on most machines, and can be sized for AeroQuip, Dayco Gates, Imperial, Eastman, Parker, Stratoflex, Toledo and Weatherhead […]
Finn-Power crimpers increase productivity at Tompkins Industries
Tompkins Industries has specialized in hydraulic adapters and related products since 1967. As an ISO Certified Company, Tompkins products meet industry standards. Company founder J.L. Tompkins Sr. sought to create a business which provided reliable products at competitive prices—a company that made customer service a primary goal. Customer benefits remain at the core of any […]
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