Laura Langley, a St. Louis area native and lifelong resident of Fenton, MO has been a dedicated employee at Superior, celebrating her 35 year anniversary in November. Laura has spent those years caring for Superior’s finance and operations needs as well as her family; even fostering rescue dogs on the side. 1. Why did you…
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Tips for Choosing the Best Heat Shrink Tubing for Wire Connections
Heat shrink tubing is also known as heat shrink or heat shrink protection and is a common option for securing wire and electrical connections. Heat shrink tubing is rated by its expansion ratio, which is the comparison of the material expansion and recovery rate. This ratio helps you choose the right shrinkable tubing for the…
Read MoreGet to know your customer service team– Meet Jay Mueller
Jay Mueller is your dedicated Customer Service Representative and has been serving the needs of Superior Industrial Supply customers for over eight years. His robust product knowledge and super-human memory helps him quickly sort out customer problems to find them the best solutions for successful operations. We asked Jay to share a bit about himself.…
Read MoreSuperior’s Simple Guide to Understanding Hydraulic Hose and Fitting Assembly
Have you ever experienced hydraulic hose failure and thought “Great, how am I going to fix this quickly so I can get back to work?” You’re not alone. Hydraulic hose failure can cause production to come to a grinding halt and is often caused by abrasion, material erosion, improper assembly, fluid incompatibility, high temperatures or…
Read MoreTom Nolan understands his customers’ needs because he’s been there.
Meet Tom Nolan, Sales Manager at Superior Industrial Supply. Over the last four years, Tom has integrated his customer service background and military experience into the sales process to deliver timely solutions when customers need it most. Tom followed in his grandfather’s and uncle’s footsteps and joined the air force shortly after graduating high school…
Read MoreKeeping an “eye” on the details: Q&A with Brian Hoffman
Brian Hoffman is one of Superior Industrial Supply’s Purchasing Agents. For over 24 years, Brian has been involved in every facet of business from the warehouse and customer service to his current position in the purchasing department. Many don’t know that before joining the Superior team, Brian had his eyes set on another career. Fortunately,…
Read MoreHow O-Ring Face Seal Fittings (ORFS) Eliminate Leaks in Hydraulic Applications
O-ring face seals can eliminate leaks in many hydraulic applications and instrumentation systems. These common fittings should conform to the SAE J1453 standard and are often made manufactured from carbon, nickel-plated carbon, or stainless steel. According to industry leader Brennan Inc., the type of O-ring commonly used with this fitting is either Buna-N, Viton, or…
Read MoreIndustrial Hose Maintenance: How to Inspect for Wear Points on Your Hose Assembly
Industrial hoses are an integral part of many equipment systems, but tend to receive the least amount of consideration compared to other important components. The truth is a worn-out hose can be just as problematic as a failed pump or electronic system. When a hose assembly fails, not only can it lead to unplanned downtime,…
Read MoreGetting to know the man behind the scenes – Meet Gregg Pepper
Gregg Pepper is Superior Industrial Supply’s Operation Manager and is responsible for a myriad of business activities including managing customer service, information technology, accounting and human resources. He also sits on the leadership team and is invested in developing new ways to improve customer relationships, eliminate process waste and help his team work more efficiently.…
Read MoreHow to Measure National Pipe Threads (NPT) Correctly the First Time
Have you ever ordered the wrong pipe size and wondered what happened? You measured the pipe threads. In fact, you measured it a few times before placing your order, but once your order arrives and you go to use pipe, it doesn’t fit. Well, measuring pipe threads seems simple enough, but it can be deceivingly…
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