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This section provides an overview for pneumatic fittings as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 30 pneumatic fitting manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked pneumatic fitting companies as of December, 2024: 1.NITTO KOHKI U.S.A., INC., 2.NORRES North America Inc., 3.WhizCut of Sweden AB.
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A pneumatic fitting refers to a connecting component or joint used in pneumatic systems that utilize compressed air.
These fittings are used in connection parts such as compressed air tubes and come in various types, including push-in connectors. Since they are designed for use in pneumatic systems where the efficient and reliable transmission of compressed air is crucial, they are constructed to prevent air leakage. Pneumatic fittings come in a diverse range of sizes and shapes to accommodate the connection of various components such as cylinders and valves.
Due to constant exposure to gases and the application of loads at connection points, these fittings are often made from highly durable materials, with metals like stainless steel being the most common. Additionally, non-metallic fittings made from materials like PPS resin, known for their excellent flame resistance and chemical resistance, are also available.
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NORRES North America Inc., established in 1889 and based in South Bend, Indiana, USA, is a manufacturer and supplier of wire-reinforced industrial flexible technical hose and hose systems. The company's product range includes industrial hoses, cable protection systems, aeration systems, suction and transport hoses, and high-temperature hoses. These products are used for transporting bulk solids, protecting cables, and aeration. It serves the food, pharmaceuticals, agriculture, and plastics manufacturing industries. The company also offers services like hose system solutions development, helping customers enhance productivity, reduce costs, and simplify processes.
WhizCut of Sweden AB is an ISO 9001-certified manufacturer of cutting tools that was established in 1990 in Helsingborg, Sweden. The company specializes in producing industrial-grade cutting tools for Swiss-type automatic lathes. These include micro drills for precision operations, carbide inserts for creating grooves, and tool holders for fast tool changes. The company offers technical support and tool selection consultation services to its clients in the aerospace, medical device production, and consumer electronic sectors.
UNIST, Inc., situated in Grand Rapids, Michigan, has been a manufacturer of fluid application systems for industrial markets since 1957. The company provides solutions for reducing fluid consumption in manufacturing processes, thereby saving money. Its Minimum Quantity Lubrication (MQL) solutions, apply minute amounts of lubricant directly into the cutting tool/work piece interface. This approach results in reduced fluid usage, cleaner and safer work environments, improved cut quality, and enhanced tool life. Additionally, it facilitates the generation of clean, dry chips for more efficient recycling, eliminates the need for costly coolant treatment equipment and disposal, and result in increased production rates.
MKS Instruments, founded in 1961 and based in Massachusetts, USA, is a manufacturer and distributor of instruments and process control solutions for advanced manufacturing processes. Its solutions are critical to addressing the challenges of miniaturization and complexity in advanced device manufacturing by enabling increased power, feature enhancement, and optimized connectivity. Its offerings include compact pressure transducers, mass flow meters, and microwave generators, used in advanced manufacturing and metrology applications. The company is certified to ISO 9001:2015, and has received an Innovators Award for its ESI CapStone system.
Nitto Kohki U.S.A., Inc. is a company established in 1969 and based in Roselle, Illinois, as a supplier of industrial tools. Its product portfolio includes magnetic drills, hydraulic punches, air tools, quick-connect couplings, and electric torque screwdrivers. It also supplies linear piston air compressors, linear piston blowers, diaphragm air compressors, vacuum, and DC pumps. The company is part of Nitto Kohki Group and has acquired ISO 14001 certification. Its products are catered to several industries, including construction, automotive, manufacturing, mining, and fabrication industries across the USA.
WEH GmbH Verbindungstechnik is a manufacturer of refueling components for gasses, fuel, and industrial liquids that was established in 1973 in Illertissen, Bavaria, Germany. The company primarily produces shut-off valves for technical gas plants and systems, and quick connectors for pressure or leak testing. It also offers refueling components for hydrogen or natural gas applications, including breakaways, receptacles, and nozzles for dispensing operations. The company is ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified, and mainly serves clients in the automotive and aerospace industries.
Stäubli began in Horgen, Switzerland in 1892. Stäubli designs, produces, distributes, and provides support for products for numerous industries including aerospace, alternative fuels, medical devices, packaging, photovoltaics, and semiconductors. Stäubli has 4 primary product lines including electrical connectors, fluid connectors, robotics, and textile. Electrical connector products include cable couplers, modular connectors, and test and measurement connectors. Fluid connectors include mold clamping systems, quick and dry disconnect couplings, and safety breakaway couplings. Robotics include industrial robots, collaborative robots, and mobile robots. Textile includes weaving preparation and frame weaving.
Prevost UK Ltd. , based in Annecy-le-Vieux, France, is a designer and manufacturer of compressed air and fluid distribution solutions. Its product range includes quick safety couplings, piping networks, filtration solutions, and pneumatic equipment. Notably, the company introduced the industry's first push-button coupling with a square button and launched the first composite "anti-hose whip" safety coupling, and the pure aluminum compressed air network called Prevost Piping System (PPS) in 2017. Its offerings are utilized for safety, efficiency, and the preservation of air and fluid quality.
Walther-Präzision, founded in 1951 and based in Haan, Germany, is a manufacturer of mono, multi-couplings, and docking systems. Its products include low-pressure mono clutches, multi-clutches without actuation assistance, and docking systems. The company also sells tool changers, built-in elements for machine tools, and accessories like dust caps, blow guns, and compressed air spiral coil hoses. The company is ISO 9001, ISO 13485, and ISO 14001 certified and manufactures its products using several materials, including stainless steel, aluminum, and brass, in over 400,000 variants.
MiniTec GmbH & Co. KG, launched in 1986 and based in Schönenberg-Kübelberg, Germany, is a manufacturer of profile and linear systems. The company crafts aluminum profiles, special profiles, linear modules, sliding guides, and height-adjustable tables. It also makes mini conveyor belts, protection systems, steel shafts, and industry products. Whenever particularly lightweight profiles are required, its aluminum profiles in grid size 30 are used, e.g. for the construction of protective enclosures and covers, or for bracing.
Isiflo is based in Raufoss, Norway, and is a manufacturer of brass and composite couplings established in 1967 before being acquired by the Dutch company Aalberts in 2007. The company’s product lineup includes various brass and composite couplings for utility pipes, gate valves, and tapping tool sets. It also offers various fittings and tapping saddles, along with product customization services for clients with unique project parameters. The company’s products are used primarily by customers in the water distribution and supply, gas distribution, and sewage treatment sectors.
NITTO KOHKI EUROPE GMBH, which was established in 1956 and headquartered in Steinenbronn, Germany, is a manufacturer and designer specializing in tech components, tools, and machines. The company offers an extensive and diverse product portfolio including quick-connect couplings, delvo electric screwdrivers, door closers, pumps and air compressors, and power machine tools. These products have diverse applications in critical fields, including medical equipment, wastewater treatment systems, semiconductor manufacturing, biotechnology, and nuclear industries.
AREMECA, founded in 1989 and headquartered in Vendome, France, is a manufacturer specializing in pressure calibration equipment. The company offers a range of products, including hydraulics comparison test pumps, hydraulics dead weight testers, and pneumatic comparison test pumps among others. Additionally, it provides services such as equipment calibration, commissioning and installation, as well as maintenance and repair. These products are applied in control laboratories, renewable energy plants, and oil and gas refineries.
HoKa Gesellschaft für Lüftungsformteile aus Kunststoffen mbH is a German manufacturer of plastic ventilation pipes and moldings that was established in Hennef, North Rhine-Westphalia in 1985. The company’s product lineup includes damper and butterfly valves, flanges, control dampers, double sockets, and t-pieces. It also offers rain and deflector hoods, supply and exhaust air grilles, and PVC spiral hoses. Virtually all items in its product portfolio are manufactured using the blow molding plastic forming process. The company chiefly serves clients in the food and beverage, HVAC, construction, and automotive industries.
DropsA S.p.A., headquartered in Milan, Italy, has been a centralized lubrication system manufacturer since 1946. The company offers a range of products, including automatic and manual pumps, dual-line and progressive dividers, control devices, and auxiliary components. These products are designed for various types of lubrication, such as grease, oil, and air/oil, aimed at improving the efficiency of various industrial production systems while reducing maintenance costs. These are utilized across diverse industries, including mining, construction, railways, textiles, and energy.
Cmatic is an ISO 9001-certified manufacturer of pneumatic fittings and accessories founded in 1972 and based in Giussano, Italy. The company’s products include automatic or pneumatic fittings, flow regulators, and check valves. These are available in various materials such as plastic, stainless steel, or brass. The company also offers custom fittings, consultation, and design services for clients with unique project specifications. Its products are mainly used by clients in the robotics, automation, and packaging industries.
Qingdao Hyrotech Rubber & Plastic Products Co. Ltd. is an ISO 9001:2008-certified hose products and accessories manufacturer established in 1984 in Qingdao, China. The company offers industrial hoses for standard environments and media, hydraulic hoses such as GOST and SAE standard models, and fiber- and steel-wire-reinforced PVC hoses. It also offers hose protection accessories such as plastic hose guards and silicone fire sleeves. The company’s products are used in the industrial and residential sectors.
Taizhou Toplong Electrical & Mechanical Co. Ltd. is an ISO 9001-certified manufacturer of gas generators and oil-free compressors established in 2014 and located in Taizhou, China. The company offers various air compressors for standard industrial applications, pressure swing adsorption (PSA) oxygen generators for use in industrial or medical machinery, and diaphragm compressors for high-pressure applications. The company’s products are mainly used in the industrial processing and manufacturing sectors, such as in mining and foundry operations.
Camozzi Automation SpA is headquartered in Brescia, Italy, and was established in 1964, is a manufacturer specializing in components, systems, and technologies for the industrial automation field. The company offers a broad product range, including electromechanical cylinders, direct and indirect-acting 2/2 - 3/2-way solenoid valves, and pressure switches and vacuum switches among others. It also extends services like software installation, training, and repair and maintenance to its products. These products have applications in industrial automation, life sciences, and cyber-physical systems.
PCL, founded in 1938 and headquartered in Sheffield, UK, is a manufacturer and supplier of compressed air products, air line accessories and tyre inflation equipment. The company designs and manufactures pneumatic equipment and components for industrial, petrol forecourt and automotive markets. Its product portfolio consists of air compressors, air hose, forecourt equipment, nitrogen equipment as well as air tools, couplings, hose fittings and tyre inflators. The company exports to over 100 countries through a network of agents and distributors, with manufacturing facilities in England, Germany, USA, India and China.
Sommer-Technik GmbH is a manufacturer and supplier specializing in manufacturing automation solutions established in 1998 in Germany. It initially introduced the first sprayers for this purpose and have since expanded its offerings to include vacuum units, gripper systems, and various handling devices. It also offers vacuum and lubricating technology, delivering products like strip lubricators and non-fogging mini-atomizers. The company's product range includes products like power vacuum ejectors, suction cups, and vacuum manometers. These offerings serve industries reliant on automation and vacuum technology for optimized manufacturing processes.
CEJN, founded in 1995 and based in Skovde, Sweden, is a manufacturer of quick connect products and solutions for different industries such as construction machines, data centers and aviation among others. Their products include quick connect coupling solutions, hose and cable reels, hoses and hose kits. The CEJN Group employs 550 people worldwide and operates 17 sales offices, 5 production facilities, and one international head office. Additionally, independent distributors sell and promote CEJN products.
Nycoil, founded in 1958 and based in Randleman, NC, USA, is a renowned manufacturer and supplier of premier fluid power and pneumatic products. The company's product range includes Nycoil tubing, tube fittings, nylon and polyurethane hoses, couplers, and blow guns. These products are used in the fluid power and pneumatic markets, enhancing durability, lightweight features, and ease of installation. The company serves various industries, emphasizing fluid power, pneumatics, machinery, and industrial equipment. Its services include offerings such as tubing accessories, hose accessories, blow gun accessories, and technical information.
Hansa-Flex AG, established in 1962 and headquartered in Bremen, Germany, is a supplier of fluid technology solutions specializing in hydraulic components and services. The company’s products include hoses, pipes, and hydraulic components, providing solutions from prototype development to series production and system optimization. It also offers hydraulic hose management, mobile rapid service within an hour and industrial hose line inspection. Its services cover logistical solutions, hydraulic repairs, and cylinder and preventive maintenance. The company also offers planning and consulting to engineering, assembly, and training services.
Ranking as of December 2024
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | NITTO KOHKI U.S.A., INC. |
11.5%
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| 2 | NORRES North America Inc. |
9.8%
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| 3 | WhizCut of Sweden AB |
8.2%
|
| 4 | WEH GmbH Verbindungstechnik |
6.6%
|
| 5 | Qingdao Hyrotech Rubber & Plastic Products Co., Ltd. |
5.7%
|
| 6 | DropsA S.p.A. |
4.9%
|
| 7 | MKS Instruments |
4.9%
|
| 8 | NITTO KOHKI EUROPE GMBH |
4.1%
|
| 9 | Prevost UK Ltd. |
4.1%
|
| 10 | Walther-Praezision |
4.1%
|
Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the pneumatic fitting page as of December 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
|---|---|---|
|
United States of America
|
5 | 25.0% |
|
Germany
|
5 | 25.0% |
|
United Kingdom
|
2 | 10.0% |
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Italy
|
2 | 10.0% |
|
Switzerland
|
1 | 5.0% |
|
Norway
|
1 | 5.0% |
|
Japan
|
1 | 5.0% |
|
France
|
1 | 5.0% |
|
China
|
1 | 5.0% |
|
Sweden
|
1 | 5.0% |
