Pirtek News, Videos, and Information

Thu March 13, 2008

Steve Goulette Crosses Country to Open Pirtek Location

During times of life-changing transition, the saying “you don’t know what you’ve got ’til it’s gone” can be somewhat of an anthem. Not so for Steve Goulette — he knew what he had and he wanted something more....

Mon December 03, 2007

Pirtek USA Switches Plating on Hydraulic Fitting, Ferrule Lines

To conform to new European standards, Pirtek USA has changed the plating on its hydraulic fitting lines. The European automotive industry is leading these changes with an “The End of Life Vehicle Directive” which went into effect in July 2007....

Wed November 07, 2007

Low Pressure Return Line Fittings Available at Pirtek

Pirtek USA now offers low pressure return line fittings. Pirtek is mainly known for its quick response fleet of service trucks which are capable of replacing high pressure and hydraulic hoses on-site. This new line of low pressure fittings gives customers the opportunity to call out a service truck or visit one of the Pirtek Hose Shops and get a replacement part or a return line hose assembly made on the spot....

Wed June 06, 2007

Pirtek Adds Wire Braid Reinforced Hose

Pirtek has expanded its Thermoplastic hose line to include a new wire braid reinforced hose. The hose is available in the 3/8 (-06) size, both in single and twin. The hose has an outside diameter of 0.6 in....

Wed June 20, 2007

Pirtek Solves Contractors’ Hose Woes Right at Job Site

At the job site, one of the last things a crew needs is an inoperable hose sidelining its efforts. Though industries spend tens of millions of dollars on equipment technology, the usual routine for replacing a bad hose is anything but advanced....

Thu April 05, 2007

Pirtek Offers Low-Pressure Hoses From 0.25 to 0.75-In.

Pirtek has added a low-pressure hose to its current range of hoses. This new hose is available in sizes from 0.25 in. (0.6 cm) bore up to 0.75 in. (1.9 cm) bore. It is designed to be used in general industrial, maintenance and automotive applications....