ContiTech has announced a $7.2M expansion of its industrial hose plant in Mount Pleasant, Iowa, responding to the increasing demand for industrial hoses in the NAFTA region. “We have plans to add 30,000 square feet to our plant, and that includes an additional production line, which will increase our total floor area and our capacity by […]
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How does extreme cold affect hydraulic hose?
In the classic science-museum demonstration, a technician—wearing a white lab coat and safety goggles—dips a soft rubber ball into a container of liquid nitrogen and then flings the ball against a wall. Predictably, and to the delight of the audience, the now rock-hard ball shatters into a thousand pieces. The same outcome isn’t so funny […]
ContiTECH CEO speaks about environmental responsibility
With a focus on social and environmental responsibility, Jim Hill, CEO of ContiTech NAFTA Region said to a group of hose manufacturers that the key to long-term success is maintaining a commitment to quality in every facet of the business. “We must commit ourselves to implementing, maintaining and continuously improving a management system which is […]
Production crimper stores up to 150 crimp settings
The PC440 Production Crimper from ContiTech, with a patented ACT Crimp Controller, can store up to 50 dies and 150 crimp settings. “It can also track the number of crimps and automatically pauses for quality checks at preset intervals,” said Randy Kish, manager of distributor marketing, industrial hose and hydraulics. “It will automatically convert inches […]
Portable hydraulic crimper
ContiTech, a manufacturer and distributor of industrial products, recently introduced the portable PC125RCD Hydraulic Crimper for the North American market. The PC125RCD, with its open design, removable pusher and easy-to-use rubber cage dies, is designed for high volume, repetitive use. “This crimper is packaged for shop service,” said Randy Kish, manager of distributor marketing, industrial […]
ContiTech opens rubber compound center in China
With the start of its production facility for rubber compounds in Changshu, ContiTech has reached another milestone on the Chinese market. “Today, a project that has been in preparation for a long time reaches completion. With our new Compounding Center, we are now also bringing our special materials expertise directly to the heart of this […]