Sandblast hoses are increasingly used in various industries, but improper use can easily lead to scratches, wear, or breaks. To extend the lifespan of your sandblast hose, Orientflex offers practical advice on storage and handling. Key Tips for Storing Sandblast Hoses Elevate the Hose During Storage Never place the sandblasting hose directly on the ground.…
DetailsBraided rubber hoses are flexible and highly elastic, making them suitable for numerous applications. For instance, rubber oil hoses or fuel hoses transport petroleum and LPG, while rubber water hoses handle water delivery and discharge. Sewer jetting hoses are essential for pipe cleaning, and flexible steam hoses manage hot water and high-temperature steam. While all…
DetailsThe replacement schedule for fire hoses depends on multiple factors, including type, usage frequency, and maintenance practices. Below are key guidelines to help determine when to replace them, using clear transitions and active language. NFPA Recommendations First, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) sets standards for fire safety equipment, including hoses. NFPA 1962 specifically outlines…
DetailsPU steel wire hose is a kind of hose with copper-plated steel wire inside and PU transparent material outside. It is mainly used in abrasive solids such as dust, powder, fiber, chips and particles, gas and liquid environments, for dust removal and suction plants, industrial vacuum cleaners, paper and textile fibers. The hose is made…
DetailsLayflat hoses are excellent for numerous applications and have a long lifespan. However, you need to pay attention to daily maintenance and proper storage after use. Only by doing so can you extend their useful life. So, how exactly should you maintain and store them? Just follow these steps. Maintenance to Layflat Hoses Firstly, drain…
DetailsPaint spray hoses are predominantly utilized for spraying paints, solvents, lacquers, and various chemicals. They are also referred to as airless spray hoses. With fittings attached to both ends of the hose, it becomes extremely convenient to interface with airless or pneumatic paint spray equipment. The hose is typically fabricated from PA and PU materials.…
DetailsBlast hoses have a wide range of applications across various fields. For instance, they are commonly used with sandblast machines, and they are also employed for rust removal purposes in factories. Given their significance in these applications, selecting a high-quality blasting hose is of utmost importance. Here are some crucial factors that you should take…
DetailsPhysical property test Hardness Use a hardness tester or other simple tools to lightly scratch or apply pressure on the surface of the pipe. Qualified PVC fiber hose should have a certain hardness. This way, it is not easy to be scratched or dented. But the hardness should not be too high, otherwise it may…
DetailsUse anti-static metal hose This is the most direct and effective method. The metal hose itself has good conductivity and can quickly conduct static charge into the ground. In particular, the copper wire metal hose, the copper wire mesh covering its surface has excellent protection against static electricity. Although the plastic sandwich metal hose has…
DetailsUnderstand the basic material characteristics The wear resistance of different materials varies. For example, polyurethane has high strength and elasticity, and good wear resistance. PTFE is not only corrosion-resistant, but also has certain wear resistance. Rubber materials usually have good flexibility and certain wear resistance. But the specific wear resistance varies depending on the type…
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