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Parker Expands D*FP GEN IV Valve 5-Day Lead-Time Program

Parker Proportional Valves

Parker Hydraulic Valve Systems Division has announced an expansion of its D*FP GEN IV Valve 5-Day Lead-Time Program. Effective September 26, 2025, this quick-ship program of direct-operated proportional directional valves will include the D1FB/D3FB, D1FC/D3FC, and D1FP/D3FP valve families. The program supports shipments of up to three valves per order, making it an excellent option […]

Parker FEM Quick Couplings Design Updates

Parker FEM-1001-16FP coupler

Affected Part Numbers FEM-1001-16FP-NL — Female Coupler, 1″ Body, NPTF Port A female coupler in the FEM/IF family with a 1″ body size and 1-11.5 NPTF female port (“FP”). It retains ISO 16028 design and the FEM flat-face architecture users expect. The obsoleted part has a no-lok feature, and the replacement (FEM-1001-16FP) features a sleeve-lock. […]

Parker Explosion Proof Valve Part Number Updates

Parker Explosion Proof Valves

Parker Valves Previously Ordered as D1VW…YERP Must Now Be Ordered as D1VW…YERPZ Effective immediately, any hydraulic valve formerly specified as part number D1VW…YERP must now be ordered using the revised part number D1VW…YERPZ. This is a naming update only—there is no change to the valve’s form, fit, or function. Operational performance and physical compatibility remain […]

Parker Discontinued Availability of Hundreds of Products in Box Quantities.

Parker’s FCG, FSC, and PTC Divisions Announced that over 650 Parts Will No Longer Be Available in Box Quantities. Parker’s Fluid Connector Group’s FSC and PTC divisions announced that hundreds of fittings will no longer available for box-quantity orders. The fittings are still available, but box-quantity specific part numbers can no longer be used to […]

Parker Announces Upgrade for Garden Hose Washer

Parker Garden Hose Washer Upgrade

The Parker 901GH‑12 rubber hose washer will be obsolete and replaced by the new 30GH‑12 seal. Garden Hose Washer Change Overview Benefits of the Softer 30GH-12 Garden Hose Washer Implementation Plan & Timeline What You Should Know Final Notes Parker and Western Integrated Technologies are committed to continuous quality improvements. The transition from 901GH‑12 to […]

Parker Launches R-Series High-Pressure Hydrogen Dispensing Filters

Parker R-Series High Pressure Hydrogen Filter Construction

The Industrial Gas Filtration and Generation Division of Parker Hannifin Corporation has announced the release of its next-generation R Series hydrogen refueling filters, engineered specifically for compressed gaseous hydrogen (CGH₂) used in fuel dispensing applications. These filters, RL0700, RM0700, and RH1000, are the first in Parker’s dedicated line of hydrogen-specific filtration solutions. They are designed […]

Parker Announced Expansion of the 7395 EZ Form Hose Line with -6 Size

Parker Hannifin’s Hose Products Division is excited to introduce the latest addition to its industry-leading 7395 EZ Form™ Hose family. This highly flexible, high-performance hose is now available in a new -6 size (3/8” ID), featuring a distinctive red layline for quick identification and ease of use in demanding fluid transfer applications. What is EZ […]