Rubber Hose Assemblies

Flextech are at the forefront of rubber and elastomer hose design, development and production and have a full compliment of rubber hose components to provide your business with a hose solution that meets your exact activities, requirements and specifications.

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About our rubber hose assemblies

Rubber hose assemblies are the backbone of numerous industrial applications, offering a flexible and efficient means of transferring fluids, gases, and materials. Designed to withstand demanding conditions, these assemblies provide vital connections in a wide range of industries, including manufacturing, construction, automotive, aerospace, chemical, food and beverage and more. Engineered with precision and crafted from premium materials, rubber hose assemblies ensure reliable performance, durability, and safety, making them an indispensable component for fluid handling needs. With their exceptional versatility and ability to be tailored to specific requirements, rubber hose assemblies are a often an ideal solution for fluid transfer and suction, guaranteeing seamless operations and enhancing productivity across various industrial sectors.

What is a rubber hose?

Rubber hose assemblies are indispensable lifelines within the world of fluid handling, offering flexible and efficient conduits for the transfer of fluids, gases, and materials in various industrial settings.

The selection of rubber materials available consist of but are not limited to; Natural Rubber (NR), Butyl rubber, EPDM, oil and fuel-resistant NBR/Nitrile rubber, robust SBR, as well as the non-reactive and hygienic properties of silicone rubber. These hoses cater to a wide spectrum of applications, from automotive and pharmaceutical industries to heavy-duty industrial operations.

The working temperature range of these hoses spans from -40°C to +210°C (-40°F to 410°F). With pressure capabilities ranging from 100 psi to over 10,000 psi, these rubber hose assemblies prove their mettle in handling diverse operational demands.

Advantages of rubber hoses

Flexibility & versatility: Rubber hoses offer flexibility, versatility, and are suitable for diverse industries.
Durability & Longevity: Quality rubber hoses are durable, long-lasting, and resistant to wear and tear.
Resistant: Rubber hoses come in various types with different chemical and temperature resistances making them suitable for a wide range of fluids and substances.
Suitability: Rubber hoses can be found in applications in manufacturing, automotive, construction, agriculture, pharmaceuticals, aerospace, chemical, food, and beverage industries.
Good pressure resistance: They can handle a wide range of pressure levels, from low to high.
Abrasion resistance: Rubber hoses with strong outer covers protect against abrasion in industrial environments.
Certain FDA approved rubber hoses are safe for food and beverage handling.

What can you use rubber hose assemblies for?

Due to their versatility, durability, and suitability for various fluid handling needs, rubber hose assemblies can be found in applications across a wide range of markets and industries. Some of which include:

Automotive
Manufacturing
Construction
Agriculture
Mining
Oil and Gas
Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology
Food and Beverage
Chemical and Petrochemical
Aviation
Marine
Railways
Waste Management
Healthcare
Breweries and Beverages

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Flextech's custom rubber hose assemblies

We understand that every project is unique, and a one-size-fits-all approach simply won't suffice. That's why we offer a comprehensive range of customisation options for your rubber hose assemblies. Our team of experienced engineers and technicians work closely with you to design and create hoses perfectly suited to your application. Here are some examples of the ways in which our hoses can be customised:

Additional Coverings: To enhance hose performance and longevity, we offer various additional coverings, including silicone, shrink wrap, and color-coded covers. Silicone coverings provide additional resistance to temperatures, and also makes the hose easily-cleanable for hygienic applications. Shrink wrap and color-coded covers add an extra layer of protection and facilitate easy identification, streamlining maintenance and management.

End Connections: Our rubber hoses can be fitted with a wide array of end connections to ensure seamless integration with your equipment. From standard fittings like camlocks and flanges to hygienic connections such as RJT, DIN, SMS, IDF and Triclamps, to more specialised options, we have the versatility to meet your specific requirements.

Scuff Rings and Bounce Rings: We can incorporate scuff rings and bounce rings into your hoses to prevent abrasion and protect against wear and tear. Scuff rings elevate the hose off the ground to reduce the impact of abrasion, while bounce rings absorb vibrations in the neck of the hose to protect the fittings from damage, extending the life of the assembly.

Spiral Guard and Bend Restrictors: Spiral guard adds an extra layer of protection to the hose, safeguarding it from external damage, especially in rugged environments. Bend restrictors help maintain the hose's structural integrity during bending, minimising the risk of kinks and prolonging its service life.

Why do you need Flextech's Rubber Hoses?

Relying on an off the shelf rubber hose to perform a vital, rigorous task such as air supply, welding or water suction can result in poor performance at high or low temperatures and pressures, incompatibility with the hose content and regular failure of the hose and connector.

Switching to a professional quality, purpose made rubber hose made from an elastomer such as airtight Butyl rubber, durable EPDM, oil and fuel resistant NBR/Nitrile rubber or high strength SBR ensures maximum operational efficiency with minimal delays or detrimental impacts on hose content.

Rubber hoses for industrial applications

For the automotive industry, Flextech supply hoses lined with nitrile, silicone and EPDM rubbers which provide high performance, flexibility and controlled expansion. Our industrial rubber air hoses can work under pressures of up to 50 bar with operating temperatures reaching 80°C due to their smooth rubber compound liner, synthetic reinforcing braid and smooth non-marking rubber cover. These rubber hoses are available in lengths up to 40m for use in diving, agriculture, mining, tunnelling, works and construction or can be made to measure as bespoke rubber hose assemblies.

Our heavy duty rubber industrial hoses consist of a natural rubber liner reinforced with wires and a strong, resistant sleeve which makes them suitbale to deliver sand, cement, stones, slurry or plaster which is abrasive and difficult to handle. For high temperatures we have developed EPDM hot water and steam hoses, able to carry fluids up to 210°C to provide cooling water for plans and mills or hot water for cleaning, washdown, radiators and steam supply and extraction.

Rubber Hoses for Pharmaceutical, Cosmetic, Bio-tech & Life Sciences

The non reactive properties of silicone rubber make it ideal for pharmaceutical applications such as feeding pumps, diagnostics, processing and dispensing equipment, with Flextech’s Pharmaflex hoses amongst the best quality on the market. For reactive chemicals and acids, our UHMWPE, EPDM and FEP rubber lined hoses are reliable options for the suction or delivery of aggressive liquids or petroleum and their low failure rates make them perfect for use on barges, ships or rigs as well as on land in taks, trucks and chemical dosing systems. We also offer purpose made hoses for fuel and oil delivery made from high quality natural rubber (NBR) with options for aircraft refuelling, ship to shore loading, fuel loading and oil delivery/reeling.

Rubber hoses for the Food & Beverage Industry

For the brewery industry, our hygienic rubber suction and delivery hoses lined with butyl occupy one of the top spots in the marketplace for high quality brewery hoses, and are supplied to hundreds of breweries across the UK and the wider world.

Natural / NBR Rubber of the highest grade is used for our food and dairy hose assemblies, with a smooth, FDA approved rubber liner offering resistance to friction, fats and oils. These NBR rubber hoses are ideal for milk and dairy food product delivery, and can be reinforced by a Steel or Nylon wire spiral to protect the hose from being crushed by machinery or vehicles.