Last month, Pirtek announced that it had added eight new franchise locations, as demand continues to increase throughout the pandemic. I spoke with Nick Ridgway, Director of Franchise Development of PIRTEK USA, to learn more about this growth and what the mobile hose company expects for the near future. FPW: Can you detail the type […]
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NAHAD continues to look ahead
This year’s NAHAD Annual Conference came off splendidly at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess resort in Arizona. Originally planned for earlier in the Spring, the Conference was moved back to June, because of continuing Covid-19 concerns. Then, a couple of months out, the organization also switched the location from San Diego to Scottsdale, due to concerns […]
Upcoming hose and flange webinars from Fluid Power World
June will see several opportunities for users to learn about hydraulic hose assembly designs, with upcoming Fluid Power Technology Conference (FPTC) and Fluid Power World webinar presentations. On June 22 at 2 p.m., Robert Mackey, General Manager of Main Manufacturing Products Inc. will take the FPTC stage with his talk on “Specifying hydraulic flanges and […]
Gates releases Sustainability report with technology focus
Gates Corp. has released its 2020 Sustainability Report. Gates’ Report features a comprehensive set of initiatives and programs organized around Gates’ four pillars of sustainability – Governance, Technology, the Environment and Stewardship (GTES). “I am quite proud and energized by the progress we’ve made on our GTES sustainability initiatives. 2020 was a unique year that […]
Continental’s ContiTech names Philip Nelles as CEO
Philip Nelles has officially taken up his responsibilities as the new CEO of Continental’s ContiTech business area. In his new role, Nelles stands committed to driving the unit’s ongoing transformation as a provider of innovative solutions for a highly industrial clientele. “We consider it our corporate responsibility to develop cutting-edge materials and innovative technologies together […]
PIRTEK USA shows post-COVID growth with eight recent franchises
PIRTEK USA will continue its growth this year as a result of eight new franchise agreements that will debut the brand into several key markets across North America. Since December, PIRTEK has signed agreements to bring the brand to Spartanburg, S.C.; Raleigh, N.C.; Columbus, Ohio; Montgomery, Ala., and Puerto Rico. New locations will also open […]
TIPCO Technologies opens new distribution hub and hose center
TIPCO Technologies is pleased to announce the opening of its state-of-the-art distribution hub strategically located in Manassas, Va. The hub will serve as a Super Center to support the company’s growth and increased demand from customers. The center is specially designed to provide logistical support as the company grows into new territories and expands its […]
NAHAD moves annual meeting to Scottsdale
Because California still has tight restrictions on group meetings, NAHAD has moved its Annal Meeting & Convention slated for June 12-15 in San Diego to the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, in Arizona. The event will look similar to previous events in the past, with keynote and breakout presentations, ample networking opportunities, manufacturer and associate hospitality suites, […]
Learn how to reduce leaks with Metric tube fittings
In our next installment of the Fluid Power Technology Conference Virtual Series, Stauff will return to the “stage” to offer tips on using tube end forming for leak-free hydraulic connections. Stauff’s Gregory Byrne will present, “Creating Leak Free Hydraulic Connections using Metric Tube Fittings and Tube Forming Technology,” on April 13 at 2 p.m. EST. […]
Faster wins John Deere Supplier Innovation Award for multi-connection couplings
Helios Technologies Inc. announced yesterday that its subsidiary, Faster S.r.l, has been selected as a recipient of the John Deere Supplier Innovation Award for 2020 for its multi-connection couplings with integrated valve system. The award is presented to a select group of suppliers who have demonstrated innovation in a product or service they provide to […]