PIRTEK USA Announces Expansion Plans in Booming Northwest Arkansas
Hydraulic and Industrial Hose Leader Expands Footprint to Support the Region’s Booming Industrial and Construction Sectors FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (September 23, 2025) – PIRTEK USA, an on-site and retail hydraulic and industrial hose service provider, has announced plans to expand across the fast-growing Northwest Arkansas region. This expansion is part of PIRTEK’s ongoing commitment to supporting […]
Hose Maintenance on the Move: How Mobile Service Keeps Agricultural Equipment in the Field
In agriculture, timing is everything. Whether planting in the spring, irrigating during a drought, or harvesting in the fall, your equipment needs to run without fail. But hydraulic hose breakdowns don’t always wait for the off-season. When a line bursts or a fitting fails, the clock starts ticking. The longer your equipment is down, the […]
Fluid Power Industry Continues Push for More Localized Operations
Originally published in Power & Motion Bosch Rexroth, ContiTech, and other fluid power companies are expanding their footprints in North America to better serve regional customers through enhanced supply chains and reduce lead times. Efforts to reshore and nearshore manufacturing, warehousing and other operations continue to grow in a range of industries, including the hydraulics […]
THE CRITICAL ROLE OF HYDRAULIC COMPONENTS
Originally published in Fluid Power Journal By Ryan O’Lone, Product Manager, PIRTEK USA In the high-performance environments of material handling, packaging, construction, utilities, and power generation, it is often the towering cranes, rugged excavators, and humming generators that attract attention. Yet beneath this visible machinery lies a suite of components that quietly power, protect, and […]
Hydraulic Hose Maintenance: What To Inspect And When
When it comes to hydraulic systems, a single hose failure can quickly bring operations to a grinding halt. A neglected hose can burst without warning, releasing high-pressure hydraulic fluid that can injure operators, damage surrounding components, and contaminate the environment. Even minor leaks can cause serious problems over time, such as loss of hydraulic power, […]
Leading Without a Flight Plan: Navigating Risk as an Entrepreneur
Originally published in U.S. Veterans Magazine By Austin Heneveld I joined the Navy straight out of high school after receiving an appointment to the U.S. Naval Academy. Fourteen years later, after multiple deployments, thousands of flight hours and the birth of our son, I left the service. Standing at a crossroads, I had to ask […]
The Impact of Environmental Factors on Hydraulic Hose Performance
Hydraulic hoses are the unsung heroes of countless industries, from construction and agriculture to marine and manufacturing. Yet, these vital components are subject to a host of environmental stresses that can compromise their integrity and shorten their lifespan. At PIRTEK, we understand how extreme temperatures, ultraviolet (UV) exposure, and chemical contact can degrade hoses. We’re […]
The Grit Behind the Glamour: Why “Boring” Businesses Are Making Franchisees Prosperous
Originally published in Franchising.com In a world obsessed with the next big thing, like apps, viral brands, and the allure of “disruption,” it’s easy to overlook the businesses that quietly keep the wheels of our economy turning. Yet, as more entrepreneurs look for sustainable, recession-resistant opportunities, a surprising trend has emerged: So-called boring businesses are […]
Strategic Franchise Expansion Accelerates PIRTEK USA’s Growth in Q2 2025
Hydraulic and Industrial Hose Service Provider Opens Nine New Locations and Signs 10 New Units ROCKLEDGE, Fla. (July 15, 2025) – PIRTEK USA, one of the nation’s premier on-site and retail hydraulic and industrial hose service providers, continued its robust growth in the second quarter of 2025, marking another milestone in its franchise development journey. The […]
Maximizing Uptime: How 24/7/365 Hydraulic Hose Service Powers Productivity in the Construction Industry
In the demanding world of construction, where deadlines are tight and equipment operates under immense pressure, every minute of downtime translates directly into lost productivity and revenue. The rhythmic hum of heavy machinery is the soundtrack of progress, and any interruption can send ripples of delay across an entire project. At the heart of this […]