Parker’s Fluid Systems Connector Division has announced the immediate discontinuance of part number 01802 and its associated body part number 501805. These parts are ¾ x ¾ field-attachable fittings for nylon hose, and Parker has obsoleted them due to low sales and manufacturing constraints that no longer allow Parker to produce them. For customers, distributors, […]
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Jul
Jul
Western Integrated Technologies helps customers stay informed about hydraulic product updates that improve performance, reliability, and service life. In July 2026, Parker announced important enhancements to its 5/8″ FEM Couplings, completing its FEM Series pressure rating and plating improvement program. Parker will begin shipping the newly designed 5/8″ FEM Couplings in July 2026 as a […]
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May
May
Parker Hannifin’s Parker Quick Coupling Division has announced significant performance enhancements to its FEM Series hydraulic quick couplings, further strengthening one of the industry’s most widely used flat-face coupling platforms for hydraulic systems. The latest updates focus on improved durability, higher pressure capability, and better corrosion resistance while maintaining full ISO 16028 interchangeability. These updates […]
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May
May
Parker Hannifin’s Fluid System Connectors Division has released an updated notice regarding its ongoing transition from extruded brass fittings to forged brass fittings for select pipe fitting products. This latest update expands on the original conversion initiative covered in our previous article, Parker Brass Fittings Now Forged. According to Parker, rising costs associated with extruded […]
Parker DM Miniature Quick Coupling Series Replaced by Rectus 21 DSO Series Effective immediately, Parker’s Quick Coupling Division has announced the discontinuation of the DM Miniature Quick Coupling series. The DM series will be replaced by the new Rectus 21 DSO series, as part of Parker’s ongoing global initiative to simplify operations and streamline product […]
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Apr
Apr
Parker Hannifin’s Fluid System Connectors (FSC) Division has announced the discontinuation of its brass 0205 Series inch countersunk hex head plugs, as part of an effort to streamline overlapping product lines and improve cost efficiency. For customers, the key takeaway is straightforward: approved, direct replacements are available and should be used moving forward. What Is […]
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Apr
Apr
Parker Hannifin’s Fluid System Connectors Division has announced a design update to the 3/8″ composite LIQUIfit™ fittings, transitioning from an EPDM D-seal to an EPDM O-ring. This change is targeted, controlled, and importantly does not impact performance, durability, or compliance—but it is still worth understanding for engineers, buyers, and maintenance teams specifying or using these […]
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Apr
Apr
Parker Hannifin continues to refine its product designs to improve manufacturability and consistency across its Fluid Systems Connector portfolio. The latest updates involve minor modifications to several brass fittings, specifically related to forging changes and slight dimensional adjustments. While these updates are subtle, they are important for engineers, buyers, and maintenance teams who rely on […]
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Apr
Apr
Parker Hannifin’s Fluid Systems Connector Division has announced a significant manufacturing transition affecting a wide range of brass fittings. As part of Phase 2 of an ongoing initiative, Parker is moving production from extruded bar stock to forged components for many pipe fittings, including tees and elbows. This change reflects broader industry pressures and Parker’s […]
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Nov
Nov
Parker Veriflo has announced a product line rationalization and part number migration initiative designed to streamline its high-purity and ultra-high-purity (UHP) product portfolio. This effort supports Parker’s ongoing commitment to operational efficiency, improved supply chain responsiveness, and consistent product quality across its Veriflo offering. Over the course of an estimated twelve-month phased transition, Parker Veriflo […]