Although not one of the most common fittings used in fluid power applications, brass fittings are extremely useful in corrosive environments for both hydraulic and pneumatic hose and tubing applications. Anderson Metals offers a variety of fittings, including 45° flare fittings, pipe fittings, and push-on hose barbs for a wide range of temperatures. The SAE 45° flare […]
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What is a thermoplastic hydraulic hose?
Thermoplastic hoses are common in both mobile and industrial equipment, and they are widely used in medium-to-high pressure hydraulic applications. Related products are often specified for handling compressed air and other gases, transporting chemicals, and in water-cleaning and paint-spray operations. Like its rubber counterpart, thermoplastic hydraulic hose typically has an inner tube, one or more […]
IFPE 2017 releases updated overview map of show layout
IFPE, the triennial fluid power mega-show that’s 39 days away, has released an updated map showcasing the event’s place amongst the larger co-located shows, CONEXPO and CON/AGG. As in previous years, the IFPE exhibitors will be centered in the Las Vegas Convention Center’s South Hall 3 and 4 locations, which are both located on the […]
What is rubber hydraulic hose?
Rubber hydraulic hose is a common and important element in countless industrial and mobile machines. It serves as the plumbing that routes hydraulic fluid between tanks, pumps, valves, cylinders and other fluid-power components. Plus, hose is generally straightforward to route and install, and it absorbs vibration and dampens noise. Hose assemblies—hose with couplings attached to […]
NewAge Industries teaches students about manufacturing careers
On Tuesday, December 13, plastic tubing manufacturer NewAge Industries welcomed several students and teachers from Neil A. Armstrong Middle School, located in Fairless Hills, Pa. The students made the trip to NewAge to learn about careers in manufacturing and to film their visit as part of a contest. The annual contest, produced by Dream It. […]
How do you measure threads on a hydraulic fitting?
Before you select a hydraulic fitting, you must first determine if its threads will match the hose you have selected. Measuring and identifying the fittings is easily done but you must have the correct tools. These tools include ID/OD calipers and thread pitch gauges. Using the thread pitch gauge, as seen in Figure 1, simply […]
Kurt Hydraulics to exhibit hose and coupling solutions at IFPE 2017
Kurt Hydraulics will exhibit a full line of American made couplings available in hundreds of end style and configurations to meet today’s fluid power equipment demands and meeting or exceeding SAE DIN requirements. Included in the Kurt full line is a range of braided hose, spiral hose, Teflon hose, Thermoplastic hose and Hose guard products. […]
A conversation with Coxreels on the hose reel market
I spoke with John Affatati, Director of National Accounts, Coxreels, at the International WorkBoat Show in New Orleans last week, and we covered the need for hose reel—a product that is used for every aspect of maintenance or shop repair, onboard, work welding, fueling—really, any place where there’s hose, cable or cord. Because of saltwater […]
2017 registration for University of Industrial Distribution now open
The University of Innovative Distribution is a concentrated educational program focused on the unique needs of the wholesale distribution industry. 2017 marks the 24th year that UID has been serving the supply chain. Known worldwide for excellence in education, UID is sponsored by the leading distribution professional associations, in cooperation with the Department of Technology […]
What is the minimum bend radius for hydraulic hose?
The minimum bend radius of hydraulic hose represents the smallest diameter that a looped hose can achieve. A hydraulic hose is constructed of three layers, each of which adds to the stiffness of the hose; the tube, the reinforcement(s) and the cover. Depending on the nature of these layers, the bend radius changes. Although tubes […]