June 30, 2010 - HoseFinder mobile app from Parker Hannifin now makes it fast and convenient to search for hydraulic hose products and information on the go.
The application features an abbreviated S.T.A.M.P. selection process, enabling the user to specify their preferred Size, Temperature and Pressure criteria.
Using the HoseFinder app helps customers quickly narrow down suitable hoses by choosing the criteria that meets their needs. Once they identify a product of interest, the Find It option allows customers to enter their ZIP code into the app to locate the nearest Parker distributor. They can also use the Send It feature to forward the product details along with a message to a friend or colleague. Parker's new HoseFinder app is available at no charge and is compatible with Apple's iPhone and RIM's BlackBerry handsets. Versions for Android and Windows Mobile will be announced soon.
The HoseFinder app further provides real-time access to the Hose Products Division catalog (Catalog 4400). This allows users to search Parker's hose, fitting, crimper and accessory offerings from anywhere at anytime as well as reference training videos and tutorials by selecting the "Technical" prompt in the browser menu.The Hose Products Division is a unit of Parker Hannifin Corporation's Fluid Connectors Group. The Group is headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, and is the world's leading producer of tube fittings, rubber and thermoplastic hose and fittings, brass fittings and valves, quick-connect couplings and assembly tools.