The tiniest equipment components are as critical as those a
thousand times their size. Particularly under extreme conditions,
every link in the chain, big or small, is on trial. The fluid
conveyance...
On June 15, 2017
Selecting materials for a given application is one of the main
design steps towards a safe and cost efficient system, yet a
commonly overlooked stage, mainly performed from a purely...
On May 31, 2017
From surgical equipment to cooking pans to skyscrapers, stainless
steel has transformed the world as we know it today. Stainless
steel is present in our daily lives and has made a significant
impact...
On May 10, 2017
Hydraulic hose is more complicated than it seems. There are many
factors that go into designing, manufacturing, and testing
high-quality hydraulic hoses. At Parker Hannifin Hose Products
Division, we...
On March 30, 2017
Originally manufactured for race and high-performance sports cars,
a front spoiler is integrated into the front bumper of a vehicle
and is aerodynamically designed to increase down-force — the...
On March 29, 2017
Though often underestimated, tube end preparation is one of the
most critical processes in obtaining an optimum seal of any
flanged, brazed, flared or preset tube end connection. When
properly...
On March 28, 2017
The surge of activity in new combined cycle power plant
construction, retrofit, and expansion has led to a greater need for
engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) services. Busy...
On December 1, 2016
Air blowing activities consume almost half of all compressed air
used in plants and can often become an unrecognized burden on a
business’s resources. One of the largest soft drinks...
On December 1, 2016
Although you might not think of it right away, assuring adequate
tube line support is critical to keeping hydraulic, pneumatic or
lubrication systems efficient, leak-free and easy to maintain. Once
a...
On July 5, 2016
Hydraulic, pneumatic or lubrication systems should be efficient and
leak free. Sometimes, they are not, because of improper tube line
routing—the result of either lack of knowledge, or corners cut...
On March 24, 2016
More and more users are specifying high-performance alloys and
metals - for purposes such as minimizing the risks from corrosion
damage and extending the lifecycles of processing equipment in
harsh...
On March 22, 2016
According to a nationwide report conducted in the USA, corrosion
costs industry over $276 billion every year. Understanding how to
control it is paramount to running a safe, productive...
On March 16, 2016
Question: So, does it really matter which technique you choose? In
front of you is an NPTF tapered thread assembly. The recommendation
is to ‘turn,’ not ‘torque,’ to assemble the connection. But all...
On February 11, 2016
Corrosion. Rust. Metal fatigue. High-pressures. At Parker Tube
Fittings Division, we recognize the harsh conditions where our
products have to perform, so we established a
state-of-the-art ...
On December 10, 2015
Myth and misapplication are abundant when it comes to hydraulic
fitting leaks. From small operations to global corporations, we’ve
seen and heard it all. Let’s clear up some misconceptions....
On June 24, 2015
A $1 hydraulic fitting can ruin a $10,000 valve or other expensive
component(s) in your system. Microscopic metal flakes that fall off
tube fittings during installation can travel through the...
On April 6, 2015
Environmental sustainability is a hot-button topic in many
industries that use Parker products. New technology needs to
simultaneously improve the bottom line and ensure that our children
will inherit...
On March 18, 2015
This new rapid-assembly ferrule-less connector concept can change
the economics of liquid or gas applications demanding high
integrity and/or higher pressure operation. The selection of
fitting...
On January 17, 2014
