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Safety exhaust coupler

New 5-In-1 Automatic Safety Exhaust Coupler remains connected to the plug until downstream air is completely bled off. This reduces the possibility of injury to personnel or damage to equipment from a whipping hose that was disconnected while ...

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  • Jan. 1, 2012
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    Leakage prevention

    The total elimination of leakage in hydraulic systems continues to be elusive, despite impressive gains in other sectors of hydraulic technology....More
  • Jan. 1, 2012
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    Fittings Basics

    Among the basic elements of virtually every hydraulic system is a series of fittings for connecting tube, pipe, and hose to pumps, valves, actuators, and other components....More
  • Jan. 1, 2012
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    Swivels and rotating joints

    From the low end of the spectrum to the high, swivel joints can do everything from improving existing designs to making new designs possible....More
  • Jan. 1, 2012
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    Quick-acting couplings

    Quick-acting couplings provide a fast, convenient way to repeatedly connect and disconnect fluid lines....More
  • Jun. 9, 2011
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    Pneumatic function fittings perform needed control and safety operations

    Function fittings are connectors that perform additional control and safety operations....More
  • May 12, 2011
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    Corrosion-resistant fittings

    Corrosion-resistant fittings Edited by Mary Gannon Black Bi-Lene coating protects fittings against rust and other corrosion. It is a blend of fluoropolymer, engineered plastics, and corrosion inhibitors. It provides low friction, strong ......More
  • Mar. 11, 2011
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    Seal flange adapters

    Dual seal flange adapters improve the reliability and safety of high-vibration, high-shock hydraulic four-bolt connections in critical subsea oil and gas applications. They are an alternative to traditional SAE Code 62 flanges. They are available in ......More
  • Feb. 16, 2011
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    Pneumatic quick-acting couplings

    By Mary C. Gannon, Senior Associate Editor Dry break quick-acting couplings connect without leakage or fluid spray. A double shut-off version (both internal and external ends) seals during connection and disconnection. They are designed for ......More
  • Dec. 14, 2010
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    Polycarbonate fittings

    FitQuik product line includes hose barb to hose barb tees, straights, elbows and Ys, along with luers, all in medical-grade polycarbonate material. They are ideal for any application requiring biocompatibility, robustness, and ......More
  • Oct. 12, 2010
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    Tool keeps dirt out and fluid in flange connections

    When a hydraulic pump, valve, or other major component must be changed out, dealing with an open hose or tube end can be a nuisance. Although not recommended, a quick fix is to stuff a rag into the open fitting or flange. This is often an ineffective ......More
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