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Hydraulic
Hose Traceability and Identification
The number
of different types of hose-ends and fittings that are used
in the fluid power industry in mind-boggling. While many 'look
the same', the differences between pressure ratings, thread
type, sealing method and fluid compatibility are just some
of the criteria that need to be considered when choosing the
correct new or replacement connector.
After
33 years of RYCO employment, Quality Engineer Ernie Byrnes
understands the need for appropriate identification of such
a diverse product range, and wasn't prepared to risk an important
project to just anyone, so he contacted Nichol.
Nichol
Industries offered a roll-marking system to best suit RYCO's
need. It was the simplest option and has proven to be highly
reliable.
In today's
quality-conscious world, RYCO's invaluable identification
system takes traceability and customer assurance to new levels.
The name 'RYCO', the unique RYCO part number, a 3-digit date
code, and 'AUSTRALIA' are rolled onto the faces of all RYCO
fittings made from hexagon bar, prior to the bar being machined.
Roll-markers
are contained in a dedicated housing, are physically changed
to suit the appropriate part and the whole process is much
quieter than the previous stamping method.
"Quality,
rapid attention to our requests and the ability to always
come up with a better solution to our stamping requirements
is why we deal with Nichol," concluded Byrnes.
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