If you’re in the business of buying, selling, or working with
hydraulic hoses, you may be aware that up to 80% of hydraulic
system failures can be attributed to contaminated oil. And,
removing...
Posted On 06/09/2021
Read More ►
The lift truck industry is growing not only in volume but in
sophistication. Societal expectations for friendly interfaces,
predictable performance, increased productivity, IoT connectivity,
and...
Posted On 04/20/2021
Read More ►
Life Science is a broad and far-reaching industry and includes
numerous segments such as Medical Devices, Pharmaceuticals,
Biotechnology, Clinical Diagnostics, and Analytical Chemistry. Many
of the...
Posted On 04/06/2021
Read More ►
Even in optimal conditions, and in cases where hydraulic hose
assemblies were properly made, the life expectancy of any hydraulic
hose assembly is directly related to the operating parameters of
your...
Posted On 02/24/2021
Read More ►
The original equipment manufacturer (OEM) parts are the best parts
to use when replacing a part on a machine. The OEM part will
be matched to the original specification of the machine and will
give...
Posted On 02/12/2021
Read More ►
What creates noise in hydraulic systems and why is it important to
eliminate it? Noise in hydraulic systems is generated primarily by
the mechanical workings of the pump and fluid pulsations...
Posted On 02/02/2021
Read More ►
When skid steers first arrived on the scene in the
industry, their small size was their greatest advantage. But
as this versatile equipment has evolved, modern day skid
steers are three to four times...
Posted On 01/30/2021
Read More ►
As the wheel loader is the stalwart of the construction site,
equipment manufacturers know that technological advances are
important in their customers' buying decisions. Add in the
stringent...
Posted On 01/30/2021
Read More ►
The evolution and refinement of the hydraulic excavator’s design
have been constant, with today’s
models incorporating electrification, hydraulic
technology, and machine analytics; which all...
Posted On 01/30/2021
Read More ►
Innovations in rail travel are making trains faster, safer, more
efficient and environmentally friendly. Of all the transportation
modes, rail is leading the way in new technologies. Electric
railways...
Posted On 01/05/2021
Read More ►
Hose products need to handle high temperatures and environmental
stress to prevent premature hose failure and safety risks.
Thermoplastic hose offers a wide variety of added value over their
rubber...
Posted On 12/28/2020
Read More ►
Forklift manufacturers need to be focused on building equipment
that is reliable, durable, and designed for safety. The forklift’s
mast, or upright, is the portion of the forklift that lifts,
lowers,...
Posted On 12/15/2020
Read More ►
No matter how impressive the food or beverage packaging process you
build, it’s only as strong as its weakest link. Which, in the case
of packaging system design, should never be the fluid...
Posted On 12/02/2020
Read More ►
Fluids are integral to the functionality of industrial and mobile
equipment, and as conduits for these fluids, hose assemblies are
critical to system performance. It's well known that formed hose
and...
Posted On 10/27/2020
Read More ►
The Michigan Street Lift Bridge reopened to vehicular traffic
Friday, July 31, 2020, after a yearlong rehabilitation project. The
bridge spans the Milwaukee River and is one of many downtown
bridges...
Posted On 10/08/2020
Read More ►
When will my hose assembly fail? This may be the most common
question when talking about hose assembly replacement. Sometimes
hose assembly failures can cause serious damage and lead to...
Posted On 09/15/2020
Read More ►
Planting has come a long way from the days of scattering seeds on
the ground and hoping for the best. Manufacturers around the
globe are introducing several initiatives to improve...
Posted On 08/21/2020
Read More ►
Is running at 100% capacity without suffering grain losses and
damage even possible with the day-to-day challenges of getting a
crop out of the field on time? That’s a balancing act manufacturers
are...
Posted On 08/14/2020
Read More ►
How can an organization with inventory spanning across a continent
and always on the move ensure assets are utilized to
their performance capacity--while being mindful of costs? The
question had been...
Posted On 07/02/2020
Read More ►
OSHA’s Crystalline Silica Rule for Construction, effective since
October 23, 2017, requires employers to take steps to protect
workers from exposure to respirable crystalline silica. The final
rule...
Posted On 05/20/2020
Read More ►