Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Source for Hose & Hydraulic Components
Faxon Engineering has been a trusted distributor of hose, fittings, hydraulic, pneumatic, and lubrication components since 1946. Our company was founded on principles of quality distribution and customer satisfaction, which remain central to our operations today. We serve diverse industries including aerospace, industrial, marine, high performance, utility, and automation markets across New England and beyond. Our team comprises experienced professionals with decades of combined expertise in fluid power solutions, ensuring we provide reliable support from order entry to product delivery. We maintain an AS9100 + ISO 9001 certified quality management system, reflecting our commitment to documented best practices and continuous improvement.Our dedication to award-winning service is supported by a knowledgeable sales force, attentive customer service staff, and skilled warehouse personnel. In 2022, we expanded our capabilities by establishing an Automation Division to better meet evolving market demands. Our hose centers in Bloomfield and Milford, CT, offer convenient counter service and are authorized Danfoss/Aeroquip Express Hose Centers. We specialize in custom fabrication, pressure testing, and vendor-managed inventory solutions tailored to specific project requirements. Through decades of operation, we have built a reputation for delivering high-quality products at competitive prices while prioritizing ease of doing business with our clients.
Services
Custom Hose Fabrication
Hose Center
On-site Application Assistance
Pressure Testing
Custom Kitting
Vendor Managed Inventories
Dedicated Inventories
Welding & Machining
Fluid Power Solutions
Aerospace Components
Details
- Year established: 1946
Highlights and features
- We offer over 75 years of specialized expertise in fluid power solutions since 1946
- Our AS9100 + ISO 9001 certified quality management system ensures product reliability
- We provide custom fabrication and pressure testing up to 30,000 psi
- Our team includes specialists with decades of industry-specific experience
- We maintain dedicated inventory programs for guaranteed product availability
Associations and certifications
- AS9100
- ISO 9001
Services
Custom Hose Fabrication
We create specialized hose assemblies using rubber, teflon, metal, or thermoplastic materials. Our fabrication process includes complete testing and inspection to ensure durability and performance. Our fluid power specialists help customers select optimal materials for specific applications.
Pressure Testing
Our Bloomfield facility offers pressure testing of hose assemblies up to 30,000 psi to prevent in-field failures. This service helps ensure component reliability under extreme conditions while maintaining compliance with industry standards.
Vendor Managed Inventories
We monitor customer inventory levels and provide automatic replenishment through our Bin Stocking Program. This solution ensures critical components remain available while reducing procurement costs and streamlining inventory processes.
On-site Application Assistance
Certified fluid power specialists visit customer locations to assess project requirements and recommend optimal hose and fitting solutions. This service helps clients implement efficient hydraulic systems tailored to their specific operational needs.
Custom Kitting
We create customized kits with master part numbers and tagged components to simplify ordering and billing processes. This service streamlines procurement for complex assemblies requiring multiple components and configurations.
People
John Newt Clark
President
With over 50 years of industry experience, John leads Faxon Engineering's strategic direction while maintaining hands-on involvement in operations since joining in 1973.
Jennifer Osborne
General Manager
Bringing 20 years of expertise, Jennifer oversees daily operations and customer service excellence at Faxon Engineering's headquarters location.
Todd Kennedy
Operations Manager
With 45 years of service, Todd manages logistics and operational efficiency, ensuring smooth execution of Faxon's quality-driven distribution processes.
Daniel Laiho
Quality Control Manager
Daniel leads quality assurance initiatives with 13 years of experience maintaining Faxon's AS9100 and ISO 9001 certification standards.
Jim Burns
Product Manager
Leveraging 20 years in fluid power, Jim specializes in product development and technical sales support for Faxon's diverse component offerings.
Questions
What industries do you serve?
We serve aerospace, marine, industrial manufacturing, utility, high-performance, and automation industries with specialized fluid power solutions.
Are you ISO certified?
Yes, we maintain AS9100 + ISO 9001 certifications for quality management systems in component distribution.
Do you offer custom fabrication?
Yes, we provide custom hose fabrication, welding, and machining services for specialized applications.
What locations do you operate from?
We have locations in Bloomfield and Milford, Connecticut, with distribution capabilities across New England and beyond.
Can you test hydraulic components?
Our Bloomfield facility offers pressure testing of hose assemblies up to 30,000 psi for safety verification.
Do you offer inventory management programs?
Yes, we provide Vendor Managed Inventory and dedicated inventory solutions for consistent component availability.
Reviews (1)
Born To Ride
Mar 12, 2021
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This is a great place for all your hydraulic hose needs. They have an extensive inventory of hydraulic fittings, hoses and more to get your equipment back up and running. In most cases you can wait right in their showroom while your hoses are being made. Thumbs way up to Faxon Engineering for quality hydraulic hose repair and replacement, and for the team of friendly, knowledgeable staff members. I've been going there for years and I will continue to go there.
