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When selecting the best hose for your industrial application, the material you choose can make all the difference. Although it may be tempting to choose the least expensive option, remember that some hose materials may be better for certain applications than others. Both interior and exterior factors will affect the performance and service life of…

Compression fittings, a term often interchangeable with instrumentation or tube fittings, are made up of a compression nut, ferrule and fitting body. There are single and double ferrule compression fittings, each suitable for a leak tight seal. However, double ferrule fittings are used in higher pressure applications and provide superior media containment. Both types are…

    Steam has been used for centuries in both industry and households, but when misused, it can be deadly. When it comes to steam, safety should be the number one priority. Steam has been a catalyst for the growth and development of civilizations around the globe and is very important to many industries. Large ocean-going…

August 23, 2023     What goes up must come down, and what opens must be closed. Although the former was used by Sir Isaac Newton to explain gravity, the latter is also true; especially when it comes to valves. Valves must be opened and closed to allow fluid to start and stop moving through a…

Hydraulic fluid power is created as the pump pushes fluid through the system. The fluid is routed through valves that direct the flow and relieve pressure when required. The fluid actuates the cylinder, resulting in hydraulic energy converting into mechanical energy. This begs the question: Does a hydraulic pump create pressure or flow?   A hydraulic…

    Dry disconnect couplings are designed to provide safe connection and disconnection of hoses and pipelines carrying liquids and gasses. Unlike traditional couplings, dry disconnects ensure a clean break to help prevent product loss. Applications From rocket fuels and steam, to hazardous chemicals and coolant water at data centers, dry disconnect couplings are used in…