Kurt Hydraulics announced the vast expansion of its braided hose coupling line to over 743 styles and sizes. These compression-style hydraulic hose fittings feature RoHS-compliant plating that makes them ideal for a variety of industry applications and deliver superior performance, durability, and quality. Kurt Hydraulics’ braided hose couplings are available with many different end configurations, […]
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Dayco expands hydraulics hose and couplings line in North America
Dayco, an engine products and drive systems specialist for the automotive, industrial and aftermarket sectors, is rounding out its hydraulic offering with the expansion of its KWIK-FLEX product line, a competitively priced line that was only available on a limited basis in Canada. KWIK-FLEX now includes more comprehensive coverage for the most popular types and […]
FEM quick couplings for working pressures up to 350 bar
Parker Hannifin has launched the new optimized FEM Quick Coupling Series which offers an increased working pressure up to 350 bar and a decreased pressure drop for better flow properties. The revised and updated FEM and FEC series have profiles corresponding to ISO 16028 and exceed the technical requirements in the ISO 16028 specifications. They […]
What should you know when specifying quick couplings?
By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Hydraulic quick couplings provide users with the ability to rapidly connect and disconnect hydraulic hoses to machines or other sections of plumbing. Also called quick-connects or quick disconnects, these fittings allow fluid to flow when the male and female sides are locked together. Conversely, when disconnected, the quick couplings prevent […]
Faster wins John Deere Supplier Innovation Award for multi-connection couplings
Helios Technologies Inc. announced yesterday that its subsidiary, Faster S.r.l, has been selected as a recipient of the John Deere Supplier Innovation Award for 2020 for its multi-connection couplings with integrated valve system. The award is presented to a select group of suppliers who have demonstrated innovation in a product or service they provide to […]
Quick connectors deliver fast, non-marring leak-free connections
The FE/FI series quick connectors deliver fast, non-marring, leak free quick connections. The quick connectors seal externally “FE” or internally “FI” and the uniform seal movement makes a leak tight, quick connection, even over threaded, rough or oily surfaces. The connectors will automatically verify all connection tools are properly sealed prior to starting a test. […]
Flat-face couplings couplings prevent fluid leaks and protect the environment
Parker Hannifin has expanded its flat-face couplings offering with the SCFF series. This series of couplings offers users a number of benefits ranging from low-leakage decoupling to the avoidance of air entrapment during coupling. The couplings, which are tested in accordance with ISO 7241-2, are easy to clean and very flat. Whether being used in mobile […]
Flat-faced couplers for easy connect, disconnect on snow removal machinery
Durable flat-faced couplers from ZSi-Foster easily connect and disconnect hydraulic hoses from salt trucks and snow plows. They protect for 1,200 hours against white and red rust. They minimize air inclusion upon connection and feature a sleeve-lock to prevent accidental disconnection. They are available in steel body sizes of 1 ⁄4 – 1-1 ⁄2 in. […]
Auto-Dock Systems: The future is now
Advances in hydraulic connection technology are again evolving within mobile machinery and tool/attachment design while positively impacting professional use. The increased demands of worksite productivity and efficiency by the expert user have challenged manufacturers of machines, attachments, and component suppliers with technological improvements. After all, “time is money.” This article focuses on the advances of […]
11 tips to increase compressed air hose and workplace safety
Working with compressed air requires a safety mindset. Being aware of the hazards and having the right equipment is essential for a safe workplace, and it should be safe and reliable without having an impact on performance and efficiency. In the U.S, more than 25% of all workplace-related injuries, involving days away from work, come […]