Dayco, an engine products and drive systems specialist for the automotive, industrial and aftermarket industries, has launched a crimper program for customers in North America that stock hydraulic components. Designed to introduce all industrial customers to the benefits of using a premium Dayco crimper, the company’s new hydraulic crimper program helps simplify the process of […]
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How do you overcome hydraulic hose maintenance challenges?
By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Most consider a hydraulic hose to be maintenance-free. They’re often installed and forgotten until they need replacement, hopefully not under conditions of catastrophic failure. Contrary to popular belief, hydraulic hose does not enjoy infinite service life. Like any component manufactured from metal and rubber, you may undoubtedly expect failure in […]
MOCAP expands hydraulic plug and cap offerings
In an effort to continually update and add to its extensive range of products, MOCAP is pleased to announce that it has expanded on its offerings of the following plugs and caps: T Series Tapered Plug Caps, which are dual-function closures that can be used as a cap for hydraulic fittings, tube end cap or […]
Hose assembly covers available in custom colors and logo options
Python Protective Sleeve + Covers has announced the release of its Sidewinder Signal Sleeve for distinguishing hose bundles. Offered in five colors with custom logo options available, Signal Sleeve can serve as both a product for operator safety and company branding. The sleeve is designed using high tenacity textured nylon with a light coating of […]
What should you consider when selecting a hydraulic hose reel?
By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor When should I use a hydraulic hose reel? You should use a hydraulic hose reel when your portable hydraulic tool or device operates at the end of a length of hose. Loose hose is unsafe, especially attached to what is likely a powerful actuator. The last thing any operator needs […]
Electronic hose assembly crimper comes with pre-loaded specs
Eaton announced the launch of its new FT1380e electronic crimper, a first-of-its-kind, all-in-one hose assembly crimp machine designed to deliver a new level of precision. An evolution of Eaton’s top selling FT1380 crimper, this latest advancement helps reduce assembly time, operator error and waste due to pre-loaded crimp specs and color assembly photos displayed for […]
RYCO launches app for up-to-date crimp specifications
RYCO has launched a new app, RYCO Crimp, which provides users with the most up-to-date crimp specifications, for accurate and safel crimp RYCO hydraulics hoses with matched RYCO fittings. The intuitive application enables you to get your crimp specifications within your very own workshop or in your mobile service truck using your tablet or mobile […]
Hose sleeve simplifies installation and reduces hose failure
The design and construction of Python Protective Sleeve + Covering’s Diamondback hydraulic hose sleeves is the foundation of the new “Pro” series, a finishing process that offers high-volume hose production facilities the opportunity to reduce sleeve installation by 80%. Diamondback Pro allows a single assembler to easily install long lengths of sleeve in a fraction […]
Extreme duty spring-rewind hose reels
Sometimes heavy duty or industrial duty is not enough in extreme environments. For years, Coxreels has supplied heavy duty reels with triple axle supports and solid ¼-in. plate bases for demanding applications and environments. We engineered strength with features, balancing performance with cost, bringing suitable solutions for many market sectors. Some industries, similar to mining, […]
Coxreels offers upgraded swivel options for the 1125 Series
Coxreels now offers two upgraded swivel options for the 1125 Series. The medium pressure (up to 4,000 psi) and high pressure (up to 5,000 psi) can both be factory installed on the standard 1125 Series. The medium pressure swivel is precision machined from solid brass and features upgraded wall thickness, and upgraded seals and backup […]
