Danfoss Power Solutions launched its Aeroquip by Danfoss GH888 Main Pump Hose at Agritechnica this week, a two-wire braided hydraulic hose designed for the main pump line on tractors. It can be used in place of four-wire spiral hose in this application, offering greater flexibility, reduced weight, increased heat resistance, and lower total cost of […]
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Danfoss grows hose business with Italian fittings manufacturer acquisition
Danfoss Power Solutions announced Tuesday that it will acquire Hydro Holding Spa, a manufacturer of hose fittings headquartered in Castello d’Argile, Italy. Hydro Holding will become part of Danfoss Power Solutions’ Fluid Conveyance division, led by Domenico Traverso. The acquisition supports the division’s strategic focus to accelerate profitable growth in line with Danfoss’ LEAP 2030 […]
ContiTech opens new hydraulics plant in Mexico
Continental’s ContiTech group sector opened a new hydraulics production facility in Aguascalientes, Mexico. The plant supports ContiTech’s efforts to strengthen local supply chains, expand its manufacturing presence in the Americas, and advance its “in the region, for the region” strategy. The grand opening event was attended by officials from the state of Aguascalientes, led by […]
Preventing hazards with safe, reliable hose designs
Utility equipment requires special non-conductive components and safe hose designs to ensure bucket lifts stay elevated and spark-free. Contributed by Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Some sub-genres of hydraulics are pretty generic, with little in the way of unique requirements due to application, environment or purpose. Industrial hydraulics, by and large, fits into the generally generic […]
Four things to consider when buying a hydraulic hose
Contributed by Alex Ng, CES Application Engineering Manager • ContiTech USA Inc. Selecting the right hydraulic hose on a piece of industrial equipment is often an afterthought — if it gets any thought at all — even though a hose failure can be catastrophic. A ruptured hose can be life threatening, harmful to the environment, […]
Royal Brass hydraulic hose and adapters available from AutomationDirect
AutomationDirect has added new Gates hydraulic hose assemblies from Royal Brass & Hose. These hose assemblies eliminate the need to cut and terminate hydraulic hoses on-site and are offered in the ProFlex or MXT series. The ProFlex series features a compact construction with a smaller outer diameter, allowing them to flex with less force. This […]
Synflex 3TMH thermoplastic hydraulic hose for material handling
Danfoss Power Solutions today announced the launch of its Synflex by Danfoss 3TMH thermoplastic hydraulic hose. The hose is designed to bring superior performance to material handling machinery such as telehandlers, boom lifts, scissor lifts, and more. Synflex 3TMH hose offers excellent durability and reliability. The hose is 10 times more abrasion resistant than comparable […]
How should you store hydraulic hose?
By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Proper storage of your training and test stand hydraulic hose is crucial to maintaining its performance and longevity. Neglecting best practices can lead to premature hose failure, inconvenient leaks, and even safety risks. This article outlines the key considerations and recommendations for storing hydraulic hoses effectively. Because hydraulic hoses are […]
Spir Star marks 30th anniversary in May
Spir Star Ltd. announces its 30th anniversary beginning May 19, as a provider of specialty high pressure hose products to the waterblast, oil & gas, hydraulic, hydrogen, and automotive industries. Spir Star manufactures high pressure hoses, adapters, valves, and quick disconnects with working pressures up to 60,000 psi. From humble beginnings in 1981 as part […]
Koul Tools launches EZ-ON hose press for 2-3 in. hoses
Koul Tools has released the EZ-ON Hose Press Model 223 installation tool for 2-3 in. industrial, hydraulic, and agricultural hoses. It features a robust lead screw system with a 6:1 gear reduction drive and a newly designed, patent pending fitting holder. The 223 model is operated by a battery-powered impact gun, facilitating on-site installations while […]
