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Every single day on this beautiful planet, an estimated 41 million trees are cut down. That's a lot of sawing, debarking, stacking and moving folks. That's also a lot of hydraulic power. The logging and sawmill industry is heavily reliant on the use of...

Amphibious machinery, first and foremost - is freakin' sweet. It is a type of equipment or vehicle that can operate on both land and water. Are you working at clearing some land and need to cross a...

Material handling is a critical component of many industries, from manufacturing to construction to warehousing. Buuuuut, just what precisely is it? Well, this term is essentially referring to the movement, storage, control, and protection of...

Hooray Beer! Breweries rely on a variety of hoses to transport liquids and gases throughout their production processes. Each hose is designed to meet specific needs related to the type of liquid or gas being transported, as well as the operating conditions of the brewery. There's some hard work and engineering that has taken place over the...

Valves are on just about everything, especially in hydraulic systems. No matter the industry, such as construction, agriculture, and manufacturing, they are used to generate and transmit mechanical power. Specifically, valves control the flow of media (that’s fancy talk for “whatever is moving through the...

There's all types of fluid conveyance components that are utilized in the very broad category of plumbing. While most of the time you may think of the pipes under your house, or perhaps images of a rapidly backing up toilet at a party come to mind. No? Just us? Well allow us to broaden your...

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Septic systems, portable toilets, grease traps and lagoons are not bottomless pits, you may be surprised to learn. In many instances, when these get full, or need to be managed in some way, there will inevitably be hoses involved. There are a few terms for the type of trucks that handle the vacuuming of waste, being a septic truck, honey wagon...

You've heard it before, all the industry terms associated with oil and gas production; Oil patch, artificial lift, down hole, horizontal drilling, black gold, Texas T. The list goes on and on. Truth is, and regardless of your position on the matter, those dinosaur bones deep in our mother earth are the source from which we get lots of our energy. The exploration and extraction of those products is...

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Say, did you know American Hose and Supply carries just about every type of industrial hose you can think of? Well you do now! There are several different types of industrial hoses, each with their own specific use and application. Typically, Industrial hoses will be rated for much lower pressure than hydraulic hose, but will carry a much wider...

Deciding on the best pressure washer for you or your company can be a daunting task. With so many different brands, models, and features to choose from, it can be difficult to know which one will be the best fit for your needs. In this article, we will provide some tips and guidance on how to make an informed decision and choose the right pressure washer. But seriously, the red ranger is cool but he's no black ranger (mastodon!)...

When large machinery breaks down in the field, you will rely on a field service truck to get you up and running again. If you have a power line down, trucks with booms and buckets will reach high to solve the problem. What's that you say? You need a load of gravel dumped off, and you need a dumpster on site to pick up the gravel!?! Well, that seems like a waste of time and...

If you are a one man in a van type of company, or you have a whole army of personnel and trucks, it is paramount you keep your vehicles maintained, and in many cases DOT compliant. That stands for Department Of Transportation, and let me tell ya, if you have ever ran into them, you probably do not want to run into them again. DOT's job is a necessary one - to make sure large freight haulers and utility vehicles adhere to certain standards and utilize components on their...

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Farming truly is the backbone of this beautiful country of ours. The expression, "No farms, no food" is much more than just a cute saying. American Hose and Supply has great appreciation for those who raise crops and table fare across the greatest country in the universe...

Hydraulic hoses are designed to handle a lot of stress. From constant sunlight, swinging temperatures, and continuous vibration, the magic hoses endure everything mother nature and us silly humans can throw at it (don't actually throw items at your hoses, unless you're into that sort of thing). Inevitably, with enough stress and general use, your hose will fail...

Hydraulic crimp fittings are designed for a myriad of applications. No matter the project, there will always be a fitting that is right for the job. There is also most certainly the wrong fitting for the job...

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First and foremost, camlock fittings, also known as Cam and Groove couplings,  are a type of hose coupling. This means that they are a way to connect or disconnect a hose or pipe in a speedy, efficient way without having to involve complex tools or equipment. These connections guarantee tight and secure bonds because...

Oh yes folks, you read that heading right. Your eyes do not deceive you. Through the wonders of technology and the continued relentless pursuit of excellent customer service, American Hose and Supply is very excited to announce the roll out of our 24/7 Hose Help Hotline. If it’s 2AM on a Sunday...

Hydraulic hoses are amazing. Truly, they are an impressive engineering feat. They handle all sorts of harsh external conditions, crazy temperature swings, and they can hold...

First off, it’s okay (probably). Do you have all your fingers? Is anyone hurt or burned? Is equipment onfire? If none of these things are happening, the worst thing you might have to do is fill out an incidentreport if you’re on a...

Take a deep breath. Relax. We are going to try and untangle some terms that get thrown around a lot in
the hydraulic industry with reckless abandon...

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