Parker Hannifin Industrial Hose Division Updates Several Products

Series 7563 Dynaflex PVC Suction & Discharge Hose - Increased Wall Thickness

Parker Series 7563 now features increased wall thicknesses and a more robust construction. Series 7563 remains a heavy-duty hose that complies with all applicable FDA requirements for food handling. The smooth tube is excellent for transferring powder, pellets, or other dry materials without build-up. The clear PVC construction permits visual observation of materials being conveyed.

This is a running change. New product will be shipped only after current inventory of comparable hose sizes is depleted. There are no changes to part numbers, working pressures, pricing or stock status.

New product specifications can be found by performing a product search for Series 7563.

Series 7243 UL21 LPG Hose - Marking & Branding Change

To enhance the appearance and identification of the product, the cover of the Series 7243 UL 21 LPG hose now incorporates a white dash/spiral stripe. The brand text (also white ink) has been updated to read:

Side One: PARKER 7243 SS CAUTION LP GAS HOSE MH6737 UR ISSUE NO. XXXX 350 PSI MAX WP (MFG/DATE CODE)

Side Two: CAUTION FOR LP GAS USE ONLY 1750 PSI MIN BURST

There is no change to the hose specification, part number or fit, form and function. Dimensions remain nominal as shown in the current Catalog 4800. The updated hose has been tested and qualified to existing crimp specifications (refer to CrimpSource).

The updated hose continues to be listed by UL and meets UL21 requirements.

Series 7200 Hydrocarbon Drain Hose 250 PSI Working Pressure - New Size ID Available

Parker Series 7200 Hydrocarbon Drain hose now available in 1" ID.

Parker Series 7200 Hydrocarbon Drain Hose ia a perfect complement to the impressive array of Parker steam hoses which are frequently used in cleaning applications, such as injecting steam into containment vessels, railcars, and storage tanks. The hot, liquefied residue is then evacuated by Series 7200 Hydrocarbon Drain Hose, which features a high temperature, oil resistant tube and cover to withstand attack by steam and any petroleum based runoff. The vivid blue cover differentiates and identifies the hose for this application. Parker steam hoses and hydrocarbon drain hose are qualified with Parker bite-the-wire crimp couplings, creating complete and validated Parker hose assembly systems.

Specifications for the new 1" ID can be found in the Steam section on this site.

Parker Hannifin Industrial Hose Division Introduces New Split PVC Cable Guard

Parker introduces its new Series 7575 Split PVC Cable Cover. This new product is designed for use as a cable guard in underground mining applications to protect cables and hoses from abrasion and debris. It features a uniformly split wall for easy installation of cables, hoses and other materials. This product meets U.S. Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) standards for flame resistance and is printed with an MSHA legend.

For product specifications, please refer to the Special Applications section of this site.

Parker Hannifin Industrial Hose Division Introduces No-Skive E-Z Crimp Steam Hoses

Steam service is one of the toughest applications for hose; the hot-cold/wet-dry cycling attacks rubber compounds externally as well as internally. Parker Industrial Hose Division expands its steam hose offering with the introduction of Series 7263C Steam-Lance 250 No-Skive E-Z Crimp Steam Hose and Series 7286C Dragon Breath No-Skive E-Z Crimp Premium Steam Hose.

Series 7263C Steam-Lance 250 No-Skive E-Z Crimp Steam Hose

Series 7263C Steam-Lance 250 features a robust tube which resists heat and popcorning, while the durable cover resists abrasion, cracking, hardening, and ozone. To resist these forces, Parker incorporates the same highest quality EPDM compound in the cover as well as the tube in this steam hose.

Product Features:

- For saturated steam applications to 406°F and super-heated steam applications to 450°F at pressures to 250 psi.
-Light weight and economical design allows quick and easy assembly fabrication and installation.
-Uses permanent bite-the-wire crimp couplings that require neither internal nor external skiving.

Series 7286C Dragon Breath No-Skive E-Z Crimp Premium Steam Hose

Series 7286C Dragon Breath is the longest-lasting steam hose available in the market today. This hose incorporates high-performance chlorobutyl rubber in both the tube and the cover of the hose. Most manufacturers combine a lower-performing EPDM cover with a chlorobutyl tube.

Product Features:

-Provides maximum service life for saturated steam applications to 406°F and super-heated steam applications to 450°F at pressures to 250 psi.
-Light weight and economical design allows quick and easy assembly fabrication and installation.
-Uses permanent bite-the-wire crimp couplings that require neither internal nor external skiving.

Product specifications are available in the Steam section of www.safehose.com.

Parker Acquires Nexgen Hose Inc.

Parker Strengthens North American Fluid Handling Business with Acquisition of Nexgen Hose Inc.

CLEVELAND, November 4, 2008 – Parker Hannifin Corporation (NYSE: PH), the global leader in motion and control technologies, today announced that it has acquired Nexgen Hose Inc., headquartered in Fergus, Ontario, Canada. Nexgen is a leading manufacturer of industrial PVC hose and tubing for niche and industry standard applications. These products are typically used in medical, agriculture, mining, diving, potable water / beverage and fire suppression industries. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

In 2007, Nexgen recorded revenues of $7.2 million and employed approximately 40 employees. The acquisition is expected to be accretive to Parker’s earnings in the first full year following the closing of the transaction. Nexgen sales will be recorded within the Industrial North America segment of Parker’s Fluid Connectors Group.

“Nexgen strengthens Parker’s position in the North American industrial hose market, broadening our total product offering with the addition of PVC hose and tubing,” said Bob Bond, President of Parker’s Fluid Connectors Group. “Nexgen’s strong brand recognition and innovative products complement our ability to provide customers with the industry’s broadest range of fluid handling hose and tubing. We are very excited to have Nexgen join Parker.”

David Tomlinson, General Manager of Nexgen, noted that, “This is an excellent strategic partnership due to Nexgen’s unique manufacturing capabilities and Parker’s extensive infrastructure and channels.” Tomlinson added that, “I believe Parker will be a strong and effective new owner of Nexgen and will continue to develop the business through a long term commitment to Nexgen, its employees and its customers.”

With annual sales exceeding $12 billion, Parker Hannifin is the world's leading diversified manufacturer of motion and control technologies and systems, providing precision-engineered solutions for a wide variety of commercial, mobile, industrial and aerospace markets. The company employs approximately 62,000 people in 48 countries around the world. Parker has increased its annual dividends paid to shareholders for 52 consecutive years, among the top five longest-running dividend-increase records in the S&P 500 index. For more information, visit the company's web site at http://www.parker.com, or its investor information site at http://www.phstock.com.

Parker Acquires Titan Industries

CLEVELAND, June 3, 2008 – Parker Hannifin Corporation (NYSE: PH), the global leader in motion and control technologies, today announced that it has acquired Titan Industries, a manufacturer of industrial rubber, custom made and composite hoses for fluid and material transfer as well as related products, services, and accessories. Headquartered in South Gate, California, Titan has additional locations in Houston, Texas and Salisbury, North Carolina, and employs 150 people. Titan Industries achieved sales of $28 million last year. The acquisition of Titan strengthens Parker’s position as an industry leader in the industrial hose market by substantially expanding the product offering and providing entrance into the marine, aircraft, food and dock side refueling markets. The acquisition is expected to be accretive to earnings within its first year of operation. Titan’s results will be reported within the Industrial North America segment. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Titan will be integrated into the Industrial Hose Products Division, part of Parker’s world wide Fluid Connectors Group. It will complement a broad line of hose products designed to meet the many demands of the industrial marketplace; including chemical, petroleum, air, water, cement and material handling applications.

”We are very excited to welcome Titan to Parker,” said Bob Bond, President, Fluid Connectors Group. “Titan has always been recognized as a leader in the Industrial Hose business, providing premier customer service and innovative products to the marketplace. Its custom made hose operations in California and North Carolina specialize in designing and fabricating products that expand Parker’s strategic product portfolio. With Parker and Titan teamed together, customers can be assured of hose assemblies that will deliver maximum life, reliability, and productivity. The combined strength of the two companies will further our ability to engineer complete hose systems and improve the productivity and profitability of our customers.”

“Parker’s superb products, reputation and distributor alliances will dramatically enhance Titan’s position in North America and elsewhere in the world. We are excited to be a part of the Parker family, and look forward to making a significant contribution to the Fluid Connectors Group sales and profitability in the years to come.” stated Todd Mackey, Titan’s President.

With annual sales exceeding $10 billion, Parker Hannifin is the world's leading diversified manufacturer of motion and control technologies and systems, providing precision-engineered solutions for a wide variety of commercial, mobile, industrial and aerospace markets. The company employs more than 57,000 people in 43 countries around the world. Parker has increased its annual dividends paid to shareholders for 52 consecutive years, among the top five longest-running dividend-increase records in the S&P 500 index. For more information, visit the company's web site at http://www.parker.coM, or its investor information site at http://www.phstock.com.