Fluid Power Journal

Houston, Texas, July 15, 2026 – SPIR STAR is setting higher standards in ultra-high pressure technology with the long-awaited release of its newest application specific hose type 8mmUHP-X-3800. Designed specifically for challenging surface treatment applications like paint and coating removal on ships and other industrial cleaning processes, this hose has a large inner diameter to allow for efficient flow rates at extreme pressures and an impressive maximum working pressure of 55,100 PSI.

July 14, 2026 (Berea, Ohio) — NOSHOK is pleased to announce the addition of a new key team member, Brittany Walrath, who has taken on the role of Customer Support Specialist effective immediately. Brittany brings more than 15 years of corporate customer service and operations experience spanning manufacturing, logistics, aviation, and financial services environments.

July 14, 2026 (Berea, Ohio) — NOSHOK is pleased to announce the addition of a new key team member, Brittany…

Adobe Stock | jozefmicic By Susan Robertson Most leaders don’t ignore change because they don’t care. They ignore it because, in the moment, it doesn’t feel urgent. When the metrics look good and the operations hum along, making time for possibility feels indulgent. But that’s precisely what separates the visionary leaders from the merely competent: they make space to reimagine before a crisis demands it. Visionary leaders don’t wait for pain to trigger change.

Adobe Stock | fanjianhua By Likhit Meshram, Senior Associate Consultant, Fairfield Consultancy Service (OPC) Pvt. Ltd High-pressure hydraulic components form the structural and functional backbone of modern heavy-duty equipment across transportation, industrial processing, and material handling sectors. Trucks operate hydraulic tipping systems at pressures of 28 – 35 MPa (4,000 – 5,000 psi). Railroad vehicles use hydraulic braking and actuation systems.

Adobe Stock | fanjianhua By Likhit Meshram, Senior Associate Consultant, Fairfield Consultancy Service (OPC) Pvt. Ltd High-pressure hydraulic components form

Adobe Stock | nordroden By Megan Vitanza, Senior Digital Media Consultant, WebFX Many fluid power engineers eventually need to plan a high-pressure piston pump rebuild project or ensure affected components return to original equipment manufacturer performance. Developing a proactive approach saves time and money by helping professionals anticipate how they will address these problems once they arise. Here are the most practical ways to proceed and how they impact the overall results.

Adobe Stock | nordroden By Megan Vitanza, Senior Digital Media Consultant, WebFX Many fluid power engineers eventually need to plan

July 7, 2026 (Berea, Ohio) NOSHOK, a leading provider of pressure, level, and temperature measurement solutions, announces the launch the first Industry pages on its website, designed to deliver application-specific insights and support across key industrial markets. Multiple additional Industry Pages will be added in the coming months, so keep an eye on www.noshok.com for updates.

July 9, 2026 | Nordborg, Denmark — Today Danfoss announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Alfagomma, a global manufacturer of hoses and fittings headquartered in Vimercate, Italy. The acquisition supports the strategic focus to accelerate profitable growth in line with Danfoss’ long term strategy.