By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Proper storage of your training and test stand hydraulic hose is crucial to maintaining its performance and longevity. Neglecting best practices can lead to premature hose failure, inconvenient leaks, and even safety risks. This article outlines the key considerations and recommendations for storing hydraulic hoses effectively. Because hydraulic hoses are […]
Spir Star marks 30th anniversary in May
Spir Star Ltd. announces its 30th anniversary beginning May 19, as a provider of specialty high pressure hose products to the waterblast, oil & gas, hydraulic, hydrogen, and automotive industries. Spir Star manufactures high pressure hoses, adapters, valves, and quick disconnects with working pressures up to 60,000 psi. From humble beginnings in 1981 as part […]
TIPCO Technologies announces partnership with Flexline
TIPCO Technologies announces their partnership with Flexline, further solidifying its commitment to growth and market leadership. With a shared vision on people, partnerships, and innovations, Flexline will continue under the leadership of Jeff Scheininger. This is the fourth such partnership for TIPCO in the past year, as it partnered with Alliance Hose & Rubber, Charter […]
UVC 25 compact hose cutting extraction system
UNIFLEX introduces the new UVC 25, a compact and high-performance extraction system designed specifically for small workshops. The UVC 25 is the perfect complement to hose cutting machines, seamlessly fitting into the UNIFLEX TU standard table with its compact dimensions of 600 x 570 x 555 mm. It saves valuable space without compromising on efficiency. […]
App simplifies hose assembly management for distributors and OEMs
For hose distributors and users, specifying, designing and selling multiple assemblies can be a time-consuming task, as one must review multiple pieces of data before creating a full order. But a new software program, the Goldleaf App, promises to transform the way distributors and OEMs manage, configure, and quote their hydraulic hose assemblies. The app […]
Koul Tools launches EZ-ON hose press for 2-3 in. hoses
Koul Tools has released the EZ-ON Hose Press Model 223 installation tool for 2-3 in. industrial, hydraulic, and agricultural hoses. It features a robust lead screw system with a 6:1 gear reduction drive and a newly designed, patent pending fitting holder. The 223 model is operated by a battery-powered impact gun, facilitating on-site installations while […]
How does fluid selection affect hose assemblies?
By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Hydraulic hoses are constructed from a combination of soft polymers and wire reinforcements, most commonly made from high-tensile steel. Although the choice of hydraulic fluid plays little role in the degradation of steel, the materials chosen for the inner tube and outer cover are affected by the fluid you run […]
A review of push-to-connect pneumatic fittings
By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Push-to-connect fittings are a staple in pneumatic systems worldwide. Earlier pneumatic compression fittings using nuts and sleeves were more complicated and fussy, with no standard between manufacturers to allow interchangeability. If you needed to replace a sleeve, for example, you were often limited to a few manufacturers offering the same […]
When should you use welded or bolted flange connection systems?
By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor There are three ways to plumb a hydraulic system — rigid systems, flexible systems or a combination of the two. Rigid systems include pipe and various forms of tube, while flexible systems are assembled using only hydraulic hose. Most machines today are created using a combination of fixed plumbing, where […]
Continental launches X-Life XCP5 premium flexible braided hydraulic hose
Continental today announced the X-LifeTM XCP5 hose, a new flexible braided hose for high-pressure hydraulic applications requiring extra abrasion resistance. The hose is part of the company’s initiative to offer a premium braided hose portfolio that is also ISO 18752 compliant. The new X-Life XCP5 is designed as a premium hose with braided construction for […]
