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When should you use banjo hose fittings?

May 5, 2022 By Mary Gannon Leave a Comment

Banjo Hose fittings

By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor There isn’t much in the fluid power world taking a unique spin on a familiar concept. Pumps, valves and actuators operate and look much the same as decades ago, especially if you ignore electronic advancements. Hydraulic components like the internal gear pump and electrohydraulic actuator are certainly worth your time […]

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Cut-off hose saw for textile or wire-braided hydraulic hose

March 30, 2022 By Mary Gannon Leave a Comment

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The advanced RYCO RYCS10 cut-off saw has been designed for the safe, clean, and efficient cutting of textile or wire braided, suction, and multi-spiralled hydraulic hoses for use in workshops and mobile service van environments. The RYCS10 cut-off saw has been designed to cut hydraulic hoses up to a maximum outside diameter of 55 mm […]

Filed Under: Accessories, Featured Tagged With: Ryco

What hydraulic hose cutting blades should you use?

March 3, 2022 By Mary Gannon Leave a Comment

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By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Every hydraulic hose must first be cut to length before assembly, and one would think all cutting methods are equal. The truth is quite the opposite actually. Any safe, reliable hose assembly requires a perfectly cut hose tip to allow the ends to fit snug before crimping. Any amount of […]

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Premium hoses for high-pressure applications

February 24, 2022 By Ken Korane Leave a Comment

HANSA-FLEX has developed a hydraulic hose line series for high pressures and extreme applications up to 450 bar (6,527 psi). These hose products also perform reliably under highly dynamic loads such as encountered on hydraulic presses and hydrostatic drives. In addition, the premium hose line series is DNV-approved for use in the maritime sector and […]

Filed Under: Featured, Fittings, Hydraulic hose, Industry News Tagged With: hansaflex

New ToughShield Plus increases corrosion protection for fittings

February 23, 2022 By Ken Korane Leave a Comment

Parker Hannifin has introduced the newly developed proprietary ToughShield Plus zinc-nickel surface treatment for all tube fittings and adapters worldwide. With this new development, Parker is bringing the zinc-nickel plating technology to the next level for widely varying industrial, mobile and process markets. According to the company, the plating provides excellent resistance for increased corrosion […]

Filed Under: Featured, Fittings, Industry News Tagged With: Parker Hannifin

Why you should avoid NPT fittings

February 3, 2022 By Mary Gannon 5 Comments

While still useful, NPT fittings or pipe threads, should no longer be used in fluid power applications because better designs exist for leak-tight, contamination-free sealing.

By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor No matter how malevolent, some objects of desire seem to allure us despite our righteous awareness – diesel engines, plastic bags, Tik Tok. Indeed, we like to think that we always choose what’s best for our conscience when offered a choice, assuming we have one. Unfortunately, sometimes we indulge in […]

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igus CFX clamps reliably secure pneumatic hoses without crushing

February 3, 2022 By Mary Gannon Leave a Comment

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igus has introduced a new CFX series clamp designed to provide strain relief for pneumatic hoses in e-chain cable carriers. Too tight and it breaks off — an age-old saying that applies not only to screws. The same applies to clamps. These clamps relieve the strain on cables and pneumatic hoses in the cable carriers […]

Filed Under: Accessories, Featured, Pneumatic tubing Tagged With: igus

ProV hydraulic hoses available in 7 sizes for a wide range of applications

January 28, 2022 By Mary Gannon Leave a Comment

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Gates has further expanded its PRO series hydraulic hose portfolio with the launch of the new ProV product line. ProV fully meets all requirements of the widely recognized EN 857 2SC and SAE 100 R16 standards and is available in seven sizes ranging from -4 to -16. The Gates PRO Series line of professional-grade hydraulic […]

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Dayco expands hydraulics hose and couplings line in North America

January 18, 2022 By Mary Gannon Leave a Comment

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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 […]

Filed Under: Couplings, Featured, Hydraulic, Hydraulic hose Tagged With: dayco

When should you use hydraulic hose protective wrap?

January 6, 2022 By Mary Gannon Leave a Comment

Python Sidewinder hose assembly covers Signal Sleeve Family

By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Modern hydraulic hose is no less susceptible to abrasion opportunities than in the past. Some applications cannot avoid abrasion, such as booms or arms on mobile lifts and similar equipment. In addition, any joint that pivots or rotates requires a flexible connection between two fixed connections, and sometimes the movement […]

Filed Under: Accessories, Featured, Hose wraps

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