UNIFLEX is known as a reliable supplier of unique, greaseless crimpers for hydraulic and industrial hoses, with one of its models being the HM 400 which, due to its huge opening travel of 130 mm, enables insertion and crimping of hoses with a 6 in. ANSI 150 flange. It also features an innovative, narrow and […]
Thermoplastic hydraulic hose and fittings designed to work together
Late last year, Eaton launched the Synflex Optimum family of thermoplastic hydraulic hoses and fittings, designed to work together to improve hydraulic system performance, simplify assembly and optimize inventory. This was one of the key lines Eaton would have been exhibiting at IFPE 2020 earlier this month, but they pulled out due to concerns over […]
NAHAD cancels April annual meeting
NAHAD’s Executive Committee has decided not to host its Annual Meeting & Convention next month in the Bahamas, said Molly Alton Mullins, NAHAD Executive Vice President. And after surveying members, to review possible future dates, the event is canceled for 2020. “This is not a decision we made lightly, and I promise you that NAHAD’s […]
IFPE Download: Heat-shrink hose assembly sealing system prevents contamination
At IFPE 2020 this week, Ultra Clean Technologies is highlighting its Clean Seal System to protect cleaned hoses, tubes and pipes. The Clean Seal System heat-shrinks a Clean Seal Capsule tightly around assemblies and utilizes just 11 sizes for most needs. This eliminates possible re-contamination that is problematic with traditional capping and plugging methods. Re-contamination […]
NAHAD gears up for its annual meeting in the Bahamas
Registration continues for NAHAD’s 36th Annual Meeting & Convention, taking place April 24-29, at Atlantis Paradise Island in the Bahamas. The program provides time to experience Atlantis, but also offers the forums necessary to network and learn. This year’s educational program features a focus on the economy, not only providing an overall Economic Update, but […]
How can you use weldless, threadless plumbing in fluid power systems?
When you think hydraulic plumbing, what comes to mind is usually either hoses or tubes. Hoses are easy to make and provide a forgivable installation option. Tubing takes more forethought but is relatively straightforward if you have the proper bending and flaring equipment. What’s less popular but no less effective, especially for large diameter conduits, […]
Stainless Hose Fittings joins Harbour Group family of companies
In only its second acquisition of a company in the hose assemblies space, the Harbour Group of companies has acquired Stainless Hose Fittings (SHF Inc.). Harbour Group is a privately owned, operations focused company based in St. Louis, Mo. It also owns Reelcraft. Its companies are engaged in manufacturing and distribution across diverse industries including […]
Designing with hydraulic fittings and couplings on mobile machinery
By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Hydraulic fittings and couplings get taken for granted, especially with mobile machinery, where profit margin can overshadow design. The reality is that fittings and couplers are as crucial to the design of a machine as are the pumps, valves and actuators. Let’s consider what makes a hydraulic fitting functional: it […]
Manuli Rubber Industries and Ryco announce merger
In yet more fluid power consolidation news, Manuli Rubber Industries SpA (MRI), headquartered in Milan, and RYCO Hydraulics Pty Ltd (RYCO), headquartered in Melbourne, today jointly announced that MRI has completed the acquisition of a majority shareholding in RYCO. MRI will merge its wholly owned Manuli Hydraulics and Fluiconnecto divisions with RYCO to provide an […]
Mobile hose cutting machines ensure clean, safe hose assemblies
Because utmost precision is vital in the production and repair of hose assemblies, Uniflex also offers a wide range of accessories. Work can be a lot easier when the different cutting machines for hydraulic hoses of all size categories are used. Especially easy is the precise cutting of smaller hoses up to a diameter of […]
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