Titelstory "Connect with STAUFF" in the Trade Magazine 'fluid'

Spectrum fluid · 01 2023 15 Powerful, but preferably quiet! Stauff NRC clamps significantly reduce the noise emissions from construction machinery, agricultural and municipal commercial ve- hicles, as well as from stationary loading systems. The Noise Reduc- tion Clamp was specifically developed for the noise- and vibration- damping fastening of tubes. A two-part elastomer insert mechani- cally dampens the vibrations in the line. This application is characterised in particular by the minimal con- tact face between the tube and the clamp body, and so is consi- derably more effective than solutions used to date. Minimal pre-tensioning when installed guarantees the requisite tube retention forces. The system is available for a maximum range of tube diameters for each clamp dimension, which primarily con- tributes to the optimised installation space. A version of the NRC clamp is also used for the ultra-gentle fastening of high-pressure hydraulic hoses. Stauff NRC clamps (here for tubes) dampen vibrations and lower noise emissions. changing from being one of a ‘pure supplier’ to that of a consulting service provider. What role did the excellent reputation of the Stauff brand play in the launch of Stauff Connect, a reputation that has been built since Stauff clamps were developed in the 1960s? A strong brand poses a special challenge when launching a new product line, that it to say it can be both a blessing and a curse. On the one hand, customers place great confi- dence in the innovation, while on the other hand the bar is already high from the outset in terms of product quality, delivery perfor- mance, customer support and consulting. We were aware of this, but were not deterred and instead inspired to aim for the ultimate performance. We can say that, even as a full liner, we can fully meet the high expecta- tions placed on the Stauff brand, which we have built up over decades as a component manufacturer, and even significantly exceed them with Stauff Line. How important is Stauff’s role as a full liner in acquiring new customers? Very important! Take, for example, leak- tightness, which is a critical quality criterion for OEMs. We are able to offer our cus- tomers a leak-tightness guarantee as we are convinced of the quality of our individual components and have perfectly coordinated them to each other during the development process. The general market situation, as well as the excellent performance in many different areas of application, have meant that our tube connectors have opened doors to new business relationships with OEMs and re- tailers in just eight years. Another example of Stauff taking responsibility for the com- plete hydraulic line system is the purity and cleanliness of its components. Stauff has al- ready integrated the standard-based cleaning steps and measures to the processes between production and despatch. This prevents met- al and other solid particles or fibres from adversely affecting the operation of the com- ponents or the customer’s ongoing produc- tion process. In this respect, manufacturers of construction and agricultural machinery are also increasingly coming close to the standards prevalent in the automotive in- dustry, in which cleanliness has long played a major role. Our customers require these cleanliness levels as a standard for all con- Complete hydraulic port- to-port line systems. Images: Stauff