Founded in 1995, Value Added Distributors supplies applied-technology solutions centered on hydraulic hose assemblies, with application expertise that extends to hose systems and customer-specific kitting. As a Parker Hannifin Certified Hose Assembly distributor, the company supports OEMs through prototyping, on-site routing consultation, managed inventory and cleanliness testing. Its network of branches across the United States includes ISO 9001:2015-certified plants in Shawano and Chambersburg.
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VBH TechnologiesFounded in 1983 as Valley Belting & Hose, Cincinnati-based VBH Technologies fabricates hydraulic and industrial hose assemblies and precision-bent tube components for OEM and industrial customers. Now led by founder Carl Armbruster’s son, Michael, the company combines in-house engineering and prototyping with production capabilities suited to both complex one-offs and high-volume programs. VBH is one of only 11 Parker-preferred hose assembly experts in the United States to hold Parker’s Certified Hose Assembler designation and follows NAHAD specifications for hose fabrication.BLUE ASH, OH
TCH IndustriesStarted in Ted’s garage in 1983, TCH Industries now distributes, fabricates, and manufactures industrial and hydraulic hose assemblies and related fluid-conveyance products. The family-owned company operates from a 25,000-square-foot facility, with equipment capable of crimping and swaging large-diameter assemblies and producing thousands of assemblies a day. TCH is ISO 9001:2015 certified, and its sales and fabrication teams are trained through the NAHAD Hose Safety Institute.TWINSBURG, OH
Federal HoseFor more than 100 years, Federal Hose has manufactured strip-wound metal hose, while also distributing hydraulic and silicone hose from its Ohio manufacturing facilities and Texas and Florida distribution centers. The Painesville company serves demanding applications with custom-cut and ready-to-install hose solutions, backed by ISO 9001:2015 certification and substantial inventory across its locations. Federal Hose also operates an Ocala storefront for hose, fittings and assembly services.PAINESVILLE, OH
Cut & CoupleFrom its Ohio facility, Cut & Couple fabricates made-to-order industrial and hydraulic hose assemblies while also supplying bulk hose, fittings and related components. The Dayton team brings more than a century of combined field experience to application-specific designs, pressure testing and assembly certification, with warehouses positioned throughout the United States for bulk shipments. Cut & Couple is NAHAD accredited and offers an online build-your-own assembly tool for configuring custom hose solutions.DAYTON, OH