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 […]
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 […]
Making quick, safe connections at sea with non-weld flange systems
Using non-welded flange systems, such as Parker’s High Performance Flange connectors, reduces errors and saves hours on installation in mission-critical marine applications. Hydraulic high-pressure connections in the marine market must withstand harsh conditions, vibrations and other environmental impacts. Traditional welded connections do not always withstand these rigorous demands, and often require time-consuming and costly post-welding pipe […]
Extra tough hydraulic hose cover provides abrasion and ozone resistance
Gates introduces MEGASys MXT with XtraTuff Plus cover (MXT-XTP), a universally applicable hydraulic hose, featuring Gates’ patent-pending wire-braid technology. MXT-XTP offers all the benefits of Gates’ industry-leading MXT hose – compact size, light weight, flexibility and high performance – with added durability from the company’s proven, industry-leading XtraTuff Plus (XTP) cover. “Gates is known for […]
Hose assembly covers available in custom colors and logo options
Python Protective Sleeve + Covers has announced the release of its Sidewinder Signal Sleeve for distinguishing hose bundles. Offered in five colors with custom logo options available, Signal Sleeve can serve as both a product for operator safety and company branding. The sleeve is designed using high tenacity textured nylon with a light coating of […]
Why can compressed air hose reels be a leakage source?
It is very common to find retracting style hose reels installed in locations that use hand tools. These items are installed for convenience and make it easy to put the air hoses away, reducing trip hazards — but they have some commonly found problems that can increase compressed air costs and lead to performance problems: […]
How do you select compressed air hose sizes?
True story: a fiberglass parts plant was having air pressure problems in their plant, so much so that they had turned their air compressor up to 140 psi. This was the highest it could go, which made it consume 15% more power. But still, their most critical air tool was having performance problems. An air […]
Electronic hose assembly crimper comes with pre-loaded specs
Eaton announced the launch of its new FT1380e electronic crimper, a first-of-its-kind, all-in-one hose assembly crimp machine designed to deliver a new level of precision. An evolution of Eaton’s top selling FT1380 crimper, this latest advancement helps reduce assembly time, operator error and waste due to pre-loaded crimp specs and color assembly photos displayed for […]
RYCO launches app for up-to-date crimp specifications
RYCO has launched a new app, RYCO Crimp, which provides users with the most up-to-date crimp specifications, for accurate and safel crimp RYCO hydraulics hoses with matched RYCO fittings. The intuitive application enables you to get your crimp specifications within your very own workshop or in your mobile service truck using your tablet or mobile […]
EWESK adjustable elbows offer complete end-to-end tube-fitting solution
Power management company Eaton offers a new product family to the Walterscheid hydraulic tube fittings and connectors. The Walterscheid EWESK series of adjustable elbow fittings are high in quality and easy to assemble, and are ideal for mobile OEMs seeking an end-to-end tube-fitting solution. Like the entire Walterscheid range of tube fittings, the robust, precision-engineered […]
Hose sleeve simplifies installation and reduces hose failure
The design and construction of Manufacturing’s Diamondback hydraulic hose sleeves is the foundation of the new “Pro” series, a finishing process that offers high-volume hose production facilities the opportunity to reduce sleeve installation by 80%. Diamondback Pro allows a single assembler to easily install long lengths of sleeve in a fraction of the time it […]
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 […]
When should you use thermoplastic hoses?
By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Thermoplastics are polymers with a unique capacity to become soft, pliable and moldable when heated while solidifying upon cooling. The moldability range lies between its glass transition temperature* and its melting point, so it’s essential to avoid overheating the material. Popular techniques such as injection molding and extrusion produce many […]
Extreme duty spring-rewind hose reels
Sometimes heavy duty or industrial duty is not enough in extreme environments. For years, Coxreels has supplied heavy duty reels with triple axle supports and solid ¼-in. plate bases for demanding applications and environments. We engineered strength with features, balancing performance with cost, bringing suitable solutions for many market sectors. Some industries, similar to mining, […]
Coxreels offers upgraded swivel options for the 1125 Series
Coxreels now offers two upgraded swivel options for the 1125 Series. The medium pressure (up to 4,000 psi) and high pressure (up to 5,000 psi) can both be factory installed on the standard 1125 Series. The medium pressure swivel is precision machined from solid brass and features upgraded wall thickness, and upgraded seals and backup […]
37 degree flaring and assembling machine for rigid tubing
New Unispeed USDFL 24/37 ES 6/18 flaring and assembling machine is allows for comfortable pre-assembly of rigid tubes of 06-18 mm with tight bends. It allows easy preassembling operations of DIN2353 rings and, with the addition of a dedicated steel block, can also be used for 37° flaring of hydraulic tubes up to 18 mm […]
Roller bracket for Challenger series hose reels
Coxreels offers roller bracket assemblies for the Challenger series hose reels. The function of the roller bracket, as it is on other models such as the 1125-Series and the 1175-Series, is to assist in guiding the hose during both extension and retraction. The roller bracket assembly is available only in a 4-way upper roller format, […]
Getting back to in-person?
After nine months of Zoom events and virtual meetings, associations seem to be gearing up for a 2021 that may see a return to in-person conferences. With vaccines on the horizon for citizens in the United States, I’m hopeful that this can be accomplished safely. The value we receive from meeting in person, networking, and […]
What is skiving, and when should you use it on your hose assemblies?
Skiving is removing the outer cover at the end of a hydraulic hose in the location of the crimp fitting. For some high-pressure applications, the hose’s inner tube ID may be skived to allow the hosetail to better fit. Using a specialized machine with externally rotating mandrels, the tooling cuts and then peels the outer […]
High-visibility hose reels ensure safety
Coxreels is pleased to announce the new addition to its safety line: High-Visibility Safety Hose Reels. When not in use, hose and cable is safely retracted on a Coxreels reel, but when in use the hose can become a hazard. With the addition of high visibility hose to the hose reel, awareness and visibility are […]
Flat-faced couplers for easy connect, disconnect on snow removal machinery
Durable flat-faced couplers from ZSi-Foster easily connect and disconnect hydraulic hoses from salt trucks and snow plows. They protect for 1,200 hours against white and red rust. They minimize air inclusion upon connection and feature a sleeve-lock to prevent accidental disconnection. They are available in steel body sizes of 1 ⁄4 – 1-1 ⁄2 in. […]
Updated software ensures production safety in tube processing
The high-tech engineering company transfluid from Schmallenberg has further developed its t project software. The two versions cover different areas of tube processing. The connection to CAD, BDE (Manufacturing Execution System) or ERP systems, to bending machines or bending robots makes the software flexible for each task. This way it is possible to test different […]
Brawny option for hose reels brings added strength for pulsing pressures
Coxreels is proud to offer the Brawny option available for most 100 Series hose reels. The 100 Series reel can be mounted to a floor, wall, ceiling, bench, or truck and is made of steel for strength and durability with a U-shaped frame for 2-point axle support to provide stability during operation. It has a […]
Gates Corp. takes gold in Hydraulic Category of 2020 LEAP Awards
The winners of the 2020 LEAP Awards (Leadership in Engineering Achievement Program) were announced this afternoon in a digital ceremony, with products across 12 categories, including two in fluid power, Hydraulics and Pneumatics. Critical to LEAP’s success is the involvement of the engineering community. No one at WTWH Media selected the winners. Instead, our editorial […]