By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor When installing hydraulic hose assemblies, if tight is good, then tighter is better, right? To be sure a hydraulic hose never accidentally loosens during operation, should we get the biggest pry bar we can find to help lock that hose fitting in for good? Not precisely — torquing your hose […]
Update from Parker Hannifin hose division at NAHAD
I caught up with Cody Sarmiento, Connector Technology Manager, Great Lakes Region for Parker Hannifin Corp on day two of NAHAD to learn more about where the focus is headed for the company’s hydraulic hose lines. Much of our discussion centered on the Critical Projection cover, which has added not only abrasion resistance but impact […]
Pirtek USA strengthens with more franchise growth strategies
Pirtek USA experienced continued growth in Q1 with eight openings and seven signed agreements. Among the new openings were four first-time Pirtek franchisees as well as expansions from four existing franchisees. The signings comprised six new franchisees and one existing franchisee expanding their territory through the signing of a resale agreement. This growth reflects the […]
Kurt Hydraulics continues growth with new hose warehouse in Minnesota
Kurt Hydraulics last month announced the opening of its new, centrally-located hydraulic hose warehouse in Fridley, Minnesota, approximately 3 miles from its headquarters. This allows for enhanced customer service, optimized logistics, and the ability to provide a more extensive range of hydraulic hose. The new location, strategically chosen for its accessibility and proximity to major […]
Program aims to stop hose assembly leaks in their tracks
As most users of fluid power technologies know, one of the most vulnerable systems for leakage is within hose assemblies. This is not because hose, fittings, and couplings are poorly designed but, most often, the result of improper assembly design and maintenance. That’s why XonKen, a Chinese manufacturer of hydraulic hose and fittings, has developed […]
A primer on hydraulic hose bend radius
By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Hydraulic hose bend radius, quite simply, describes how tightly circular a hydraulic hose can bend. More importantly, designers and technicians wish to know the minimum bend radius a hose handles while maintaining integrity. Although one might easily force a hose into a tight radius during installation, its design and construction […]
What is burst pressure for hydraulic hose?
By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Hydraulic hoses are designed to withstand much higher pressure than expected during regular operations, which everyone will agree is good. Should your machine’s working pressure fall within a typical 3,000 psi, you’d be little comforted by a hose designed to burst at 3,100 psi. The slightest pressure spike would lead […]
The impact of hydraulic fittings and flanges on industry advancements and innovations
By Joe Carr, product manager, specialty fittings, Brennan Industries, Inc. In the pursuit of industrial progress, companies are seeking innovation that extends to inconspicuous components like hydraulic fittings and flanges. Operating discreetly in the background, these parts take a crucial role in propelling industries forward. Hydraulic components are essential to machinery, directing high-pressure fluid flows […]
Portable hydraulic hose service workshop is smallest yet from Uniflex
Uniflex is responding to the need for smaller, more portable hose service tools with its new mobile workstation. The battery-powered UMAT 2 hose service workshop can cut, crimp and process hydraulic hose up to 1 in. 4 SP and 1 ¼ in. 2 SN anywhere, from the raw material to the ready-to-install hose assembly. The […]
Coxreel introduces industrial duty LED Lights for C series air/electric reels
Coxreels is proud to introduce a new line of three industrial duty LED lights now available on the C (Dual Purpose) Air/Electric reels. The new LED lights feature a variety of industrial-grade features and options, including: a 50,000 hour rating, internal light diffusers, and shatter-resistant polycarbonate lenses. Coxreels’ new LED lights also feature adjustable steel […]