Fittings Basics Hydraulic hoses can be unique, like your business. Here are some things you should know if the fittings of your hoses are also unique. Hydraulic fittings are metal parts that join things together, and, as such, they have to meet exacting standards. They have to work with the particular temperature, fluid, and pressure… Read more »

In the hydraulic hose industry, it’s never one size fits all, and there are questions you should ask hydraulic hose companies. At Custom Hose Tech, we’re committed to delivering the hydraulic hose assemblies that are right for every customer’s application. Life span and performance are two main factors in selecting hydraulic hose assemblies. What is… Read more »

Minnesota Hydraulic Hose Caps & Mobile Hydraulic Hose Replacement Industries need many types of hose accessories and hose fittings in order to function, and it is more cost-effective to prolong the working lives of all these pieces of equipment. A good way to do that is to keep a hose in good condition. One accessory that helps… Read more »

During our nation’s crisis dealing with the Coronavirus, the team at Custom Hose Tech is closely monitoring the COVID-19 updates. We are adhering to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Guidance for Businesses. To keep our business in operation to its fullest potential, we would like our customers to utilize our mobile services…. Read more »

It never fails, does it?  You are out at the job site after hours and all of a sudden you are facing an equipment failure.  Your hose has busted and you do not have a spare.  If you call your office, no one will be there to answer the phone.  You are on a deadline… Read more »

At Custom Hose Tech, we carry every type of hydraulic hose that our customers may need for any application, here in Minnesota’s Twin Cities area. We fully understand the seriousness in selecting the right hydraulic hose for the different types of applications. We’re here to bring the skills needed to help in the selection process…. Read more »

  Hydraulic valves are a critical component in hydraulic power systems. Their designed purpose is to regulate hydraulic-system flow and pressure of water or oil. Valves also contribute to maintaining a balanced state of power dynamics within their hydraulic system installations. Various types of valves perform specific hydraulic system functions. Ball valve hose fittings are… Read more »

At Custom Hose Tech, we make it our business to stock, deliver, or custom design the hydraulic hoses and components that our customers need to operate. We are the experts when it comes to unusual metrics, non-standard hoses, and fittings. When working with hydraulic equipment, fit is everything. The Difference Between Hose Fittings and Adapters… Read more »

Minnesota Power Steering Hose Services No matter what kind of vehicle you are operating, automobile to industrial equipment, one of the most overlooked items that should be on your checklist, is the power steering hose.  Oh, sure, it will let you know when there is a problem.  But a regular checklist could prevent downtime for… Read more »

Hydraulic hose in a system carries the pressurized liquid to linked components. It is flexible and allows the connection of components to the most desirable and efficient places in a circuit. The hose allows bridging across long distances, through tight areas, and will bend around corners. Hydraulic hose consists of three layers, which maintain a… Read more »