Discover Ehrco’s Essential Components: Beyond the Hose!

Discover Ehrco’s Essential Components: Beyond the Hose!

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At Ehrco, we understand that the efficiency of a fluid power system relies very much on a comprehensive suite of quality components. Indeed, the importance of components and fittings is often overlooked. It is for this reason that we stock an extensive range of fluid power fittings at our HQ in the West Midlands.

In fact, Ehrco holds one of the largest independent inventories of hydraulic hose and parts in the UK! Our vast stock ensures that UK customers can source everything they need from a single, reliable supplier, minimising downtime and simplifying procurement.

A Look at Ehrco’s Essential Hydraulic Hardware

So, what critical hydraulic parts does Ehrco stock? Here is a breakdown of just some of the quality parts and fittings we have stocked at our HQ in Dudley.

  • Adaptors & Couplings. These hydraulic components are essential for connecting diverse system parts and avoiding leaks. Each part can be used to connect different sizes, threads or styles.
  • Compression Fittings. These fittings are used to provide secure, sealable and easy-to-assemble connections for hydraulic steel tube.
  • Flanges. Flanges offer superior sealing and stability in heavy-duty, high-vibration applications. Ehrco is proud to be the sole UK distributor for Oleo Tecnica Flanges.
  • Pipe Clamps. Quality pipe clamps are key to preventing vibration-induced fatigue, noise and potential failure in rigid lines. Ehrco is proud to be the sole UK distributor for Pi.effe.ci pipe clamps.
  • Pressure Gauges. Gauges are critical for monitoring performance, troubleshooting and ensuring safe operation within specified pressure limits. With Ehrco, customers can source quality pressure gauges manufactured by EVO Instrumentation.

From plated and unplated steel tube to socket and butt weld fittings, Ehrco is committed to stocking everything you need! So, whether you’re building a new machine, repairing a complex system, or stocking your own service fleet, the components are readily available.

This extensive, in-house stockholding is the key to Ehrco’s promise to provide ‘Quality from Stock’, in the demanding UK distribution market.

Avoid breakdowns With Matching Hydraulic Hose & Fittings

Avoid breakdowns With Matching Hydraulic Hose & Fittings

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Hydraulic systems form the backbone of countless industrial, agricultural and construction applications. However, their power and reliability hinge on a single, often overlooked factor: the integrity of the hydraulic hose assembly. Properly matched hose and fittings are critical to achieve optimal performance. At Ehrco, choosing the correct fittings is a must when putting together hydraulic hose assemblies.

The Danger of Mixing and Matching

It may be tempting to use one brand’s hose with another brand’s fitting, especially when dealing with multiple suppliers. However, this is incredibly risky and can lead to catastrophic failure. Here are some of the reasons why it can be dangerous to mix and match:

  • Poor tolerance and sealing. Even standardised fittings and hoses come with minute tolerances. Matching correctly ensures that the fitting’s insert and ferrule perfectly compress the hose material. This in turn creates a secure, leak-proof and blow-out resistant connection.
  • Mismatched pressure rating. An incompatible pairing can result in one component having a significantly lower pressure tolerance than the other. When the system is pressurised, the weaker link will fail first, leading to the entire application breaking down.
  • Material incompatibility. The internal fluid, hose material and fitting material must be compatible to prevent chemical degradation, which can quickly compromise the hose’s structural integrity.

The Ehrco Promise, Quality, Matched Systems

At Ehrco, our team ensures that every assembly meets the highest safety and performance standards. We are also the UK’s leading distributor for the Vitillo Group, a manufacturer renowned for its quality components.


A properly crimped and matched assembly is engineered to provide the full rated working pressure of the hose. So, you can rest assured that the system will operate safely and efficiently for its maximum expected lifespan. Don’t compromise on quality. Get perfectly matched, well-made components with Ehrco, to keep your hydraulic machinery running strong.


Give us a call on 01384 24500 or drop us an email at webenquiries@ehrco.ltd.uk to discover more. Our team are always happy to help.

Access Essential Hydraulic Services with Ehrco

Access Essential Hydraulic Services with Ehrco

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In the hydraulics industry, any unplanned downtime can lead to huge financial loss. At Ehrco we understand how a failed hose on an excavator or factory line can halt an entire operation. It’s for this reason that Ehrco offers customers access to a fully stocked trade counter, as well as a number of bespoke services.

Hose Assembly While You Wait

At Ehrco, our skilled team can produce a hose assembly while you wait! So, if you have a broken assembly or need a replacement, simply pop into our trade counter in Dudley. Our team can help with assemblies for Hydraulic, Jetwash and LPG applications.


By offering this unique service, we hope to drastically help you reduce any downtime to your production line. Our workshop also has the capacity to produce batch quantities and kits, as well as ready-to-install, quality-assured component sets for OEMs and large maintenance projects.

A Hub for Essential Maintenance Supplies and Support

While hose assemblies is an important part of what we do, we also offer a number of other essential services and maintenance supplies at our trade counter. These include:

  • An extensive product range. Customers can pick-up essential extras including hydraulic oil, O-ring kits, lubricants, adhesives and high-vis safety gear.
  • Pressure testing & certification. At Ehrco, all custom assemblies can be pressure-tested up to 2000 BAR with full certification, ensuring compliance and peace of mind.
  • Expert consultation. Our trade counter is staffed by an experienced team, providing a professional and speedy service. Our team can offer advice, ensuring customers leave with the correct components for their specific needs.

We’re here for you. Whether you’re an industry professional or a small business, the Ehrco trade counter provides a friendly, efficient and essential local service.


Visit us today to experience a professional and speedy service! Find us at Unit H, Peartree Business Park, Crackley Way, Peartree Lane Dudley, West Midlands, DY2 0UWE. Our team is always happy to help.

Swaging Charts 2025

Please note that our swaging charts have been updated. Head to our downloads page to view the new swaging charts. Here you can find swaging charts for: Braided Hose, Spiral Hose, Thermoplastic and PTFE Hose, as well as Jetwash Hose.

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New Hose Cutting Machine

New Hose Cutting Machine

We now have a brand new hose cutting machine, vastly improving our speed and efficiency when assembling hoses for our clients. Call us today to find out more about how our latest equipment can help you.