Eaton launched a new high-pressure hose, the EC600 X-FLEX, which was designed for demanding applications requiring very high pressure performance in small areas. At 50% of the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) 100R15 bend radius, this spiral hose’s flexibility makes installation in tight spaces much easier while reducing the total amount of hose needed on […]
When should you use tubing and fittings or flexible hose?
By: David Marlowe Because of the numerous advantages seamless steel tubing possesses over other tubing—apart from the added cost—seamless steel tubing is widely used in hydraulic systems. Seamless steel tubing is easier to bend than steel pipe, so it does not require the number of fittings and can be reused. High-volume applications are probably one […]
Pneumatic hose whip prevention
Although pneumatic systems operate at much lower pressures than hydraulic ones, ISO and OSHA standards are firm about the need to prevent whiplash hazards, in case a compressed air hose breaks lose from its couplings. These hoses must be restrained or shielded from workers and machines—or designed with airfuses to automatically turn off if a […]
Alro Steel expands its tube processing capabilities
Alro Steel has expanded its tube processing capabilities to include a new Hautau RC60 Tube Cutoff System at its Potterville, Mich. location. The benefits include ID/OD chamfers of both ends, high production speeds and precision tolerances. The Hautau RC60 can cut carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, bronze, copper and alloy tubing. The new tube […]
O+P highlights its Stopflex hose retention system at Safety 2016
In June, the American branch of O+P unveiled the patented hose retention system for pressure hoses capable of protecting operators and machine components. The company introduced its Stopflex system at the ASSE Safety conference and exhibition event held June 26-28 in Atlanta. Designed in-house at its Brescia premises and patented internationally, Stopflex retains the movement of the pressure hose once the […]
Reduce machine downtime with the S2 M Ecoline hose crimper
The S2 M Ecoline crimper from Uniflex is the ideal device for the on-site repair of hydraulic hoses in construction and agricultural machinery. The manually operated device weighs only 30 kg and allows for fast and safe establishment of hose connections up to 1 in. (for 2-part fittings) or 1 ¼ in. (for single-part fittings). Thanks […]
Software module simplifies hose crimping calibration
As it continues to develop new features for its unique slide bearing hydraulic crimpers, UNIFLEX has launched the latest version of the HMI Control C.2 with 7 in. color touchscreen, featuring a special software module for hose crimping calibration/adjustment. Aimed at making hose crimping safer and easier to operate, UNIFLEX’s crimpers also translate to higher productivity. Their latest development is a […]
When should you use hydraulic piping and fittings?
By David Marlowe • Owner/CEO • DMAR Technical Training and DMAR Business Centers USA In the last article, we discussed breaking the hydraulic circuit into three sections. Now, we will discuss one of the options to what connect the three sections of a hydraulic circuit—hydraulic piping and fittings. Steel pipe is commonly used as a fluid […]
Hose protection ensures safe hydraulic designs
During the course of everyday operations, hydraulic hose assemblies are exposed to moisture, dirt, corrosion, high temperatures and physical impact. Continuous movement and rubbing against other hoses or equipment—often caused by machine vibrations—can erode hose covers, while non-compatible fluids can eat away at them as well. And once this outer layer of protection is […]
Hydraulic filter fittings protect sensitive components in high-pressure systems
The Anti Blocker inline filter from Fluid Line Products, Willoughby, Ohio, is designed to protect sensitive and expensive control mechanisms in high-pressure hydraulic operating systems, such as cylinders, motors, valves, etc. It features a steel mesh filter element available in standard 50 and 120 µm ratings. The filter element can be cleaned or replaced during […]
