MOCAP is pleased to announce that it has added another product line to its ever-expanding offerings: the SHF series Split Hydraulic Flange Plugs. These plugs are designed for use on SAE 3,000 lb., four-bolt split hydraulic flanges, allowing for maximum flexibility. Designed to protect the port, flange surface and bolt holes from damage and debris […]
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igus CFX clamps reliably secure pneumatic hoses without crushing
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 […]
When should you use hydraulic hose protective wrap?
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 […]
Coxreels launches Ship Ready program for hose reels
Coxreels goal has always listened to its customer’s needs and the challenges they face. Using this feedback, the company works to deliver the products and services that will help grow clients’ business. As a result of this feedback, Coxreels is excited to announce its new Shipping Program called, “Coxreels Ship Ready.” The ultimate goal is […]
Is “smart crimping” the future in hose assembly?
IoT-enabled crimpers can improve crimp production, keep track of data and simplify maintenance and troubleshooting. Contributed by Thomas Carpenter, Gates Global Product Line Manager – Connected Platforms Although the process of hydraulic hose crimping has been around for decades, in the last few years technology has changed the landscape, completely redefining what is possible in the […]
Why should you cap your hose assemblies?
Once a hydraulic hose assembly has been properly cleaned and crimped, there is still one more important step to ensuring they remain clean and contamination-free before use. Plumbing systems are often the largest locations for built-in contamination versus the rest of the hydraulic system. So, immediately capping the hose ends with either protective injection molded […]
Coxreels exceeds industry recommended salt spray testing hours
Due to its numerous properties and, specifically, its corrosion resistance, powder coating is used for many applications in the industrial sector. The salt spray test is the oldest corrosion resistance test and the most widely preferred to evaluate anti-corrosion coatings. Coxreels has recently exceeded 20% more hours than the recommended industry standard for salt spray […]
Graco upgrades LDX, SDX and XDX hose reels
Graco Inc. has announced the launch of its LDX, SDX and XDX series of hose reels, allowing for smoother releases and consistent recoiling with less maintenance. The family of versatile retractable hose reels handle all common fluids with unmatched durability. Choose from the industrial-grade LDX, professional-grade SDX and extreme-heavy-duty XDX hose reels. They include a robust […]
The evolution of hydraulic hose crimping
From their humble hand-operated beginnings to IoT-enabled machines, hydraulic hose crimpers are a critical piece of equipment that any fluid power user should understand. By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor You’d be hard-pressed to find anyone in this hydraulic industry who has never made a hydraulic hose assembly. Hydraulic technicians make their livings fabricating plumbing of […]
New swivel options available for Coxreels SLPL spring-driven models
Coxreels has made a product enhancement to the spring-driven 1¼ and 1½ in. SLPL models. Prior to this update, these models of the SLPL came standard with Coxreels’ aluminum inline swivel. Optional on all of these models was the outsourced 90° swivel. For customers needing a stainless steel fluid path, the outsourced 90° stainless steel […]
