In the mining industry, a downed hose line can cause major productivity problems. It may also have catastrophic safety implications.
The right inventory is key to supporting your customers with fast, expert hose replacements. This means having the right hoses, the correct sizes and configurations of fittings and the proper Parker crimper to fabricate the assembly.
Inventory Management
Getting the most out of your Parker hose & fitting inventory Charlotte NC, requires careful monitoring and management. A poor-quality hose or improper pairing can result in costly failures like leaking, ruptured hose lines and even explosions.
In addition to ensuring that your inventory is current, you must also provide your employees with an understanding of these components’ critical role in a successful project. This will help prevent costly mistakes by your employees when assembling hoses and determining how much pressure they can safely hold.
Additionally, a hose assembly might need to be changed as the operating conditions for that hose change. This could be due to a change in working pressure, temperature or pressure cycling. In these cases, it’s a good idea to consider having a centralized location where multiple employees perform the assembly. This will help to ensure that all of the hoses are assembled correctly and that they meet the original manufacturer’s specifications.
The right ERP system can also help to make this process easier. Look for a software solution built with those distributors in mind, such as TrulinX by Tribute Inc. It’s designed for fluid power, industrial hose, pump, sealing, instrumentation and automation distribution companies. It integrates with major manufacturers.
Sales Ordering
Popular brands like Parker provide various hoses and fittings for your specific applications. A general selection includes the Push-Lok System for rubber and thermoplastic hoses, a broad assortment of low-pressure transportation and industrial hydraulics, as well as the 43 Series, which are cost-effective, bite-the-wire style fittings that can be assembled in a shorter amount of time using the crimper.
Stainless Steel fittings are a popular choice for corrosive environments because they can resist corrosion better than the other metals typically used in hose fittings. They are also more durable and strong than standard hose fittings.
This minimizes the stocking requirements of your shop from 27 inventory line items to nine.
These hoses are available in different constructions, materials, lengths and diameters and are compatible with various end configurations, including straight, 45@ elbow or 90@ elbow. In addition to reducing inventory, the inventory system can help you minimize assembly and installation times and reuse existing hoses. This enables you to reduce your total cost of ownership significantly.
Inventory Control
Inventory control ensures that the right amount of stock is available at any given time. The key is accurate demand forecasting coupled with tight inventory management processes. Using these strategies can cut costs, increase sales and improve profits.
It takes a lot of money to keep up with production orders and restock shelves for the products you sell, especially if they have a short shelf-life or require costly warehouse storage. Accurate inventory forecasting and tight inventory control procedures can cut those costs, free up cash and help you make more profit.
Accurate inventory control also requires a clear understanding of your customers’ demands. If a certain product isn’t selling well, consider dropping it from the line or moving it to a different category to allow your business to focus on the best-selling items and customers.
Using the best inventory management practices also helps you prevent the risk of stockouts, which can cause lost revenue. When a company runs out of an item, it must order more to fulfill customer requests and may miss the window for shipping or handling costs and other penalties. An accurate inventory control process can eliminate this risk and help you optimize your supply chain.
Choosing the right hoses and fittings for your working environments is an important practice. For example, choosing stainless steel hydraulic fittings over cheaper components can reduce maintenance costs because these parts resist corrosion. Parker offers a wide range of high-quality stainless steel hydraulic fittings designed to meet your application needs.
Customer Service
Parker hose products are developed with industry experts who collect data and understand the needs of each market. Whether it’s construction, mining, oil and gas or transportation, there is a Parker hose to meet the requirements of any application.
As hose specialists, we know that the right fittings are essential to a successful assembly. They must fit precisely, be crimped properly and have the ability to resist abrasion. A range of hydraulic hose fittings meets the demands of all applications and safety standards. Stainless steel hose fittings are designed to withstand abrasion, vibration and the corrosive elements of working environments better than other metals typically used in hydraulic hose systems.
We recommend utilizing a hose/fitting combination for no-skive assemblies. This permanent, bite-the-wire style is cost-effective, provides a tighter seal and can be assembled in half the time of traditional hose fittings and assemblies.
The best way to manage hose and fitting inventory is through a vendor-managed inventory program. VBH Technologies’ comprehensive, tailored programs eliminate stockouts and reduce purchasing, re-supply, dunnage, material handling and shipping costs. All orders are bar-coded to ensure quality and integrity, and reserve stocks are maintained for emergencies. This benefits customers from reduced component pricing and eliminates a large capital investment in hose and fitting inventory.
