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 […]
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Continental launches X-Life XCP5 premium flexible braided hydraulic hose
Continental today announced the X-LifeTM XCP5 hose, a new flexible braided hose for high-pressure hydraulic applications requiring extra abrasion resistance. The hose is part of the company’s initiative to offer a premium braided hose portfolio that is also ISO 18752 compliant. The new X-Life XCP5 is designed as a premium hose with braided construction for […]
Continental launches smart crimper, renewed focus on industrial division at NAHAD
At NAHAD last week, Continental officially launched its newest crimper, the PC160i with CrimpIQ PRO Technology. The bench-top 1 ¼ in. crimper features state-of-the-art technology to make hose crimping quick and easy. Laszlo Dobo, Head of Product Management – Hydraulic Solutions, noted that the original smart crimper from Continental was launched in 2018, and over […]
Continental invests about $90 million in new Mexican hydraulic hose plant
The German technology company Continental has announced, together with the governor of Aguascalientes, the construction of its new hydraulic hose plant for industrial purposes. The planned investment is of around $90 million and is one of the biggest investments for Continental’s Group Sector ContiTech in 2024. This new facility will complement and increase Continental’s existing […]
Continental to show next generation hydraulic hose solutions at IFPE/CONEXPO
Continental’s group sector ContiTech is showcasing innovative digital solutions that provide a new approach to construction operations at CONEXPO-CON/AGG and the International Fluid Power Exposition. The co-located shows run March 14-18 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Continental will showcase a portfolio of products designed to make industry more efficient and reliable. “Continental is revolutionizing […]
Continental announces cloud-based hose fabrication solution
Technology company Continental recently introduced a new Smart Test Bench technology to enhance hose-build solutions. The technology integrates with Continental’s CrimpIQ crimpers to ensure fabricators can build a quality hose assembly in every application. The Smart Test Bench uses cloud technology that allows the CrimpCloud and Smart Bench to communicate with each other. This ensures […]
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 […]
Continental introduces eco-friendly hose
The Continental business unit of ContiTech has introduced a new eco-friendly garden hose called EcoRubber that uses sugar cane ethylene, rather than petroleum-based products, thereby reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 85%. It is reportedly the first plant-based polymer hose in the world. “Continental is paving the way of a circular economy by consistently evaluating renewable […]
Continental partnering with CoxReels
Continental has partnered with Tempe, Ariz.-based CoxReels to provide premium air and water hose to its customers with a first-class industrial hose management solution in one package. Collaborating with Continental, CoxReels developed a custom-built hose reel assembly, called the CoxReels P Series, specifically for Continental’s premium rubber and hybrid air and water hose. “We believe this […]
Heavy-duty air hose for construction and mining
The Continental division of ContiTech, Fairlawn, Ohio, has introduced a new heavy-duty air hose for the construction and mining markets. Named Super Rock Drill 600 HT, the air hose is specifically designed for applications that require a high working pressure hose in a high temperature environment. “This is a hand-built hose that is exceptionally applicable […]
