Koul Tools has received Patent US 9,878,429 for its new and improved EZ-ON Hose Press—the 409B. Lighter and more efficient, this new model features thrust and ball bearings for smoother operation, a new drive screw and larger nut for improved performance, and a traveling carriage with sealed bearings that rolls on a track for better […]
New Pirtek hydraulic and industrial hose service opens in Rockford, Illinois
Pirtek Rockford, which provides onsite hydraulic and industrial hose service to businesses in Rockford, Ill., is now open for business. Bert Banaszak, new owner of the mobile-only service, previously served as a branch manager at another Pirtek location in the Chicago area. With the addition of Pirtek Rockford, there are now six locations in Illinois […]
Register for NAHAD’s Hose Safety Institute Regional Training in Cleveland
Registration is now open for NAHAD’s newest Hose Safety Institute Training program, to be held September 10-11, in Cleveland. This event is designed to promote and encourage the adoption of Hose Safety Institute guidelines and best practices in hose design, manufacturing and fabrication. Attendees will participate in interactive classroom learning and have hands-on experiences in […]
New video shows the new face of Midland Industries’ distribution platform
Earlier this year, Midland Industries, in conjunction with Wynnchurch Capital, announced the rebranding of its industrial distribution platform. Now, the company released a video entitled, ‘Show the World’ which expands on the purpose and opportunities presented by the new brand. The platform is comprised of Anderson Metals, Midland Metal Mfg., Buchanan Rubber, and Mid-America Fittings. […]
Hose assembly update from Gates Corp.
I recently chatted with Michael Haen, VP of Global Product Line Management, Fluid Power, for Gates Corp. about what’s new at the manufacturer of hydraulic hose assemblies and what they see is coming on the horizon in terms of technical updates. Mary Gannon: You just did a big expansion of your PRO series. Tell us […]
Endurance series hydraulic hose offers high flexibility and toughness
Pirtek USA announces the launch of its Endurance series hose line of compact hydraulic hose, now available at local Pirtek locations throughout the United States. Onsite Pirtek technicians will have this new high-performance hose on hand for their field installations. The new Endurance series hose: Has been tested to 1 million impulse cycles, far exceeding […]
Flexion hydraulic hoses handle 50% more pressure for offshore applications
At the Offshore Technology Conference this week, several hose providers were touting new and innovative designs. ERIKS North America highlighted its innovative, reliable, and cost-effective solutions for the offshore oil and gas industry, including its Flexion hydraulic hoses and Hose Maintenance Management program. Flexion hydraulic hoses are proven to handle 50% more pressure than required […]
NAHAD revamps its Hose Safety Institute training options
NAHAD has always been a leader in promoting hose safety in the industry. Its Hose Safety Institute Handbook has been used for years as a key resource in educating and on-boarding new staff in hose basics. So, it was no surprise at this year’s NAHAD Annual Meeting in Las Vegas this month that the organization […]
Hose assembly technologies at Fluid Power Technology Conference
Understanding fluid conveyance technologies is critical to safe hydraulic and pneumatic system design. This year’s Fluid Power Technology Conference, to be held at MSOE May 14-15, will highlight the importance of multi-connect and adapter, hose and tubing technologies, with presentations by CEJN and Tompkins. First up on Tuesday morning at 10:30 a.m. will be CEJN’s […]
Turning back time: A look at Holmbury’s founding
A simple request for a leak-free coupling to a sales rep turned into one of the industry’s leading designers and manufacturers of flat face couplings. That’s how Holmbury Inc. got its start. The company’s founder, David French, was a hydraulic filter salesman and engineer by training when one of his larger customers — a manufacturer […]
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