Gates has further expanded its PRO series hydraulic hose portfolio with the launch of the new ProV product line. ProV fully meets all requirements of the widely recognized EN 857 2SC and SAE 100 R16 standards and is available in seven sizes ranging from -4 to -16. The Gates PRO Series line of professional-grade hydraulic […]
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Gates Global eCrimp app leads host of advances across hydraulics range
Gates recently added a universal mobile app to its ever-expanding, ever-improving range of hydraulics solutions. The eCrimp app builds on a previous North America-focused version, adding global capability, automatic updates and new functionality to assist fluid power customers across a wide variety of industries, applications and geographic regions. The latest eCrimp app provides access to […]
Gates launches MegaSys MXG 4K hydraulic hose for drop-in replacement
Gates is redefining high-pressure hydraulic performance with the introduction of the MegaSys MXG 4K hydraulic hose. Qualified to one million impulse cycles, this hose is a lightweight, compact, highly flexible drop-in replacement for conventional spiral hoses. Gates XtraTuff Plus cover, a standard upgrade on MXG 4K, offers improved abrasion and ozone resistance, providing improved durability […]
Smart crimper technology ensures safer hydraulic hose assemblies
Gates announces the latest innovation in smart crimper technology. The GC20 with Gates Cortex Intelligence takes the guesswork out of hose assembly fabrication and features intuitive touch-screen controls, on-board training, integrated eCrimp settings and remote support. The patent-pending GC20 Cortex is a smart and versatile solution for ultimate operational efficiency in both the factory and […]
Hose assembly update from Gates Corp.
I recently chatted with Michael Haen, VP of Global Product Line Management, Fluid Power, for Gates Corp. about what’s new at the manufacturer of hydraulic hose assemblies and what they see is coming on the horizon in terms of technical updates. Mary Gannon: You just did a big expansion of your PRO series. Tell us […]
Hydraulic hoses and couplings are designed for multiple end market use
Gates has further expanded its PRO series portfolio with the launch of a new ProXT hydraulic hose line and an all-new line of PRO series couplings. The Gates PRO series line of professional-grade hydraulic hoses and couplings offers performance specifically tailored to hydraulic applications across multiple end markets. Leveraging Gates’ deep application knowledge, materials science […]
Gates acquires Atlas Hydraulics
Gates Corp. announced its acquisition of Atlas Hydraulics, a fully-integrated product engineering, manufacturing, and commercial business headquartered in Brantford, Ontario. With locations in Canada, the U.S., and Mexico, the company specializes in the design, manufacture, and supply of hydraulic tube and hose assemblies. Established in 1979, Atlas Hydraulics is a desired partner to several major […]
Gates launches multi-purpose hose line
Gates Corp. has introduced a new multi-purpose hose line that serves the needs of three distinct markets: fuel transfer, hydraulic return and suction lines, and 20R5 coolant applications. The Multi Master SD MegaFlex line is the first-of-its-kind to simultaneously meet SAE 100R4, SAE J30R5, and SAE J20R5 requirements. It has a 1:1 bend radius, an […]
Gates upgrades it eCrimp mobile app to simplify hose assemblies
Gates Corp. has upgraded its eCrimp mobile app with a new and expanded database of the most current crimping specifications on the latest equipment for hydraulic and industrial hose products. The eCrimp app is an extension of the company’s online eCrimp database. The upgraded mobile app allows users to quickly access the latest crimping specifications […]
Gates acquires hose, coupling manufacturer Techflow Flexibles
Affiliates of the Gates Corporation have announced the acquisition of UK-based GTF Engineering and Services, the owner of the assets of Techflow Flexibles. Techflow Flexibles is a fully integrated engineering, manufacturing, and commercial operation that specializes in supplying flexible hoses and couplings to the oil and gas exploration and production industry. Its product lines […]