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Thep Thara Marekting 07/01/2026 1. JIC (Joint Industry Council) Fittings 🔹 Thread Type:  37-degree flare fitting 🔹 Best For:  High-pressure hydraulic systems in industrial and automotive applications 🔹 Common Uses:  Heavy machinery, construction equipment 2. NPT (National Pipe Thread) Fittings 🔹 Thread Type:  Tapered thread (creates a seal by wedging together) 🔹 Best For:  Low to medium-pressure applications 🔹 Common Uses:  Plumbing, older hydraulic systems 3. BSP (British Standard Pipe) Fittings 🔹 Thread Type: BSPP (Parallel) – uses an O-ring or bonded seal BSPT (Tapered) – relies on thread deformation to seal 🔹 Best For:  European and international hydraulic systems 🔹 Common Uses:  Agricultural and industrial equipment 4. ORFS (O-Ring Face Seal) Fittings 🔹 Thread Type:  Straight thread with a flat face and an O-ring 🔹 Best For:  High-pressure and high-vibration applications 🔹 Common Uses:  Heavy machinery, construction, and aerospace 5. SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers) O-Ring Boss Fittings 🔹 Thread Type:  Straight thread with an O-ring seal 🔹 Best For:  Medium to high-pressure hydraulic systems 🔹 Common Uses:  Automotive and industrial machinery 6. DIN (Deutsches Institut für Normung) / Metric Fittings 🔹 Thread Type:  Metric thread with a sealing ring or flare 🔹 Best For:  European hydraulic systems 🔹 Common Uses:  Mobile equipment, heavy machinery 7. Flange Fittings 🔹 Type:  Two-piece connection secured by bolts 🔹 Best For:  High-flow and high-pressure hydraulic systems 🔹 Common Uses:  Marine, oil and gas, and heavy-duty equipment 8. Quick Disconnect Couplings 🔹 Type:  Push-to-connect or threaded couplers 🔹 Best For:  Applications that require frequent disconnections 🔹 Common Uses:  Mobile hydraulics, industrial machinery Comparison Chart of Hydraulic Fittings 🔩 Type Thread Type Best For Key Features JIC 37° Flare High-pressure systems Reusable, leak-resistant NPT Tapered Thread Low-medium pressure Requires thread sealant BSP Parallel or Tapered International use Standard outside North America ORFS O-Ring Face Seal High pressure, vibration resistance Excellent leak resistance SAE O-Ring Boss Medium-high pressure Tight, leak-free seal DIN/Metric Metric Thread European applications Reliable in high-pressure systems Flange Bolt-secured High-pressure, high-flow Suitable for heavy-duty systems Quick Disconnect Push or Threaded Frequent disconnections Fast and easy to use Each fitting type has its strengths and is used in different hydraulic applications. If you need more details or want recommendations based on your specific use case, let me know! 🚜🔧

Hydraulic hoses are the lifelines of hydraulic systems across multiple industries—construction, agriculture, manufacturing, and transportation on both land and sea. Thep Thara Marketing Co., Ltd.  has been a trusted importer and distributor of high-quality hydraulic hoses for over 40 years, backed by comprehensive after-sales service. Their products and expertise are widely applied in real-world operations nationwide. Key Applications 1. Heavy Construction Equipment Excavators, loaders, and cranes rely on hydraulic hoses for lifting, pushing, and moving materials. ThepThara’s hoses are built to handle high pressure and extreme workloads , ensuring reliability on demanding construction sites. 2. Agricultural Machinery Tractors, harvesters, and sprayers require hydraulic systems that can withstand continuous operation in outdoor conditions . Thep Thara’s flexible and durable hoses perform well under repeated bending and rough field use. 3. Industrial Manufacturing In factories, hydraulic hoses power press machines, injection molding equipment, conveyor belts, and robotic systems . ThepThara supplies hoses capable of operating across a wide range of pressures and temperatures, minimizing downtime in critical production lines. 4. Field Repair & Service Beyond distribution, Thep Thara provides services  including hose cutting, skiving, crimping, and repair. Their experienced technicians also offer consultation and troubleshooting for hydraulic systems across Thailand. 5. Nationwide Distribution With a strong logistics network, ThepThara ensures fast and reliable delivery  of hoses and related components to customers nationwide—whether for factories, workshops, or heavy-duty field applications. Why Choose Hydraulic Hoses from Thep Thara? Advantage Detail High Quality Imported from leading global brands such as Sumitomo Riko Advanstar, Unical, HS Primrose, and TOKAIFLEX. Comprehensive Product Range Provide hydraulic hoses, industrial hoses, fittings, connectors, assembly machines, and accessories. Full Service Provide consultation, custom assembly, maintenance, and nationwide delivery Proven Expertise Over 40 years of industry experience, ensuring reliability From construction and agriculture to industrial plants and field services, ThepThara Marketing’s hydraulic hoses  are trusted across industries for their strength, flexibility, and reliability. Combined with nationwide distribution and a support team, ThepThara continues to be a reliable hydraulic solution provider in Thailand.

Sumitomo Riko Company Limited has been honored with a Caterpillar Supplier Excellence Award for its outstanding product support and logistics services. This award was presented by Caterpillar Inc., the leading manufacturer globally in construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines, and diesel-electric locomotives. In 2022, Caterpillar recognized suppliers who met or surpassed demanding criteria and attained top-tier certification standards. Sumitomo Riko Hosetex, in partnership with their sales representative, Tsuchida Sangyo Co., Ltd., was honored with the Caterpillar Excellence Award in the Supplier Excellence category. Representing the Group, Hirofumi Kanetake, Managing Executive Officer of Sumitomo Riko Hosetex, was present at the award ceremony held in Dallas, Texas in December 2022. At the event, Pam Heminger, Senior Vice President of Caterpillar's Strategic Procurement and Planning Division, emphasized the importance of the global and diverse team, including the international and diverse supply network, in upholding Caterpillar's reputation for top-notch products and services. She highlighted the collaborative efforts that enable them to fulfill their mission of assisting customers in constructing a better and more sustainable world. For over 50 years, the Sumitomo Riko Group has supplied hydraulic hoses and industrial hoses for excavators and construction equipment to Caterpillar through its local companies in Japan and China. Since the predecessor of Caterpillar Japan LLC, this partnership has been ongoing. Presently, Sumitomo Riko Hosetex and TRFH Co., Ltd, the sole industrial hose manufacturing and sales company within the Sumitomo Riko Group in China, produce and deliver products to Caterpillar. Having started producing industrial hoses in 1945, the Sumitomo Riko Group has been manufacturing industrial hoses and enhancing social infrastructure for nearly 80 years. Sumitomo Riko Group are committed to maintaining quality, cutting costs, and meeting deadlines to support the global infrastructure sector with products that meet the diverse needs of customers worldwide. Credit: Sumitomo Riko Group

UNICAL is recognized as one of the top producers of Flow Technology components worldwide. Throughout the years, their offerings have consistently embodied the precision, effectiveness, and dependability that define the UNICAL brand, establishing a reputation for excellence. Originating in the UK, UNICAL serves a global customer base spanning various sectors. With a focus on manufacturing and supplying top-tier industrial and hydraulic hoses, couplings, and fittings, innovation plays a crucial role in our operations. This is why each UNICAL product adheres to strict engineering standards and utilizes advanced manufacturing techniques, ensuring that our solutions not only prioritize quality but also cost-effectiveness. Safety is a top priority at UNICAL. Their engineering and manufacturing processes are guided by stringent guidelines and regulations to guarantee that their solutions meet the high quality and reliability standards associated with the UNICAL brand. Each product undergoes thorough testing before being launched to ensure that we maintain the utmost standards. In order to uphold these standards, UNICAL has obtained certification for the following: Credit: Unical Flowtech UK

Hydraulic hoses are typically made out of flexible rubber and wire layers to provide both resistance to pressure while maintaining flexibility. The use of special rubbers imparts resistance to weather with long-term durability. The hydraulic hoses are used extensively in automotive industry. Usage includes but not limited to the following: Braking systems Power steering Hydraulic hoses are also used in construction equipment, manufacturing machinery, and aircraft. There are many types of machines that used hydraulics-based machinery. This includes but not limited to the following: Log splitters Backhoes Bucket Trucks Stay tuned for more information on hydraulic hoses. Credit Photo: Sumitomo Riko Hose