All About Hydraulic & Industrial Hoses

23 Sep.,2024

 

All About Hydraulic & Industrial Hoses

All About Hydraulic and Industrial Hoses

When it comes to connecting systems for different applications, the choice of hydraulic and industrial hoses is an important decision that directly impacts how your machinery or equipment performs.

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At I. B. Moore, our talented team members are pros at explaining the similarities and differences between all the industrial hose assemblies, tubes, and fittings we distribute.

For those looking into a quality source for hydraulic hose and industrial hose systems for their production, we offer a primer on hoses. Interested in learning more? Reach out to our team and we&#;ll offer valuable insights to help you choose suitable hoses for your specific commercial or industrial applications.

What are Industrial Hoses?

When we say &#;industrial hose,&#; we&#;re referring to a broad variety of hoses categories that contains hydraulic hoses. It also includes hoses made without hydraulics in mind.

For industrial use, we distribute hoses made from materials such as rubber, urethanes, Teflon, metal, or composite materials. These flexible or rigid tubes can transfer fluids, solids, and gases. Here are some of the more common types of industrial hoses:

  • Ventilation hoses: These handle pollutants like fumes, smoke, gas, and air. You&#;ll see them used in agricultural, chemical, and manufacturing applications where hazardous fumes and gases are present.
  • Chemical fume extraction hoses: These hoses are highly chemical-resistant and can ventilate fumes from harsh process chemicals.
  • Dust collection hoses: Dust collection hoses are designed for collecting fine materials and particles like woodchips and dust.
  • High-temperature hoses: These hoses are used in systems with high operating temperatures.
  • Light material handling hoses: The most common use for material handling hoses is transporting dry goods and powders.

Industrial Hose Materials

Proper material selection is vital when you need to ensure that an industrial hose will do its job. Here are a few examples:

  • Industrial PVC Hose: Well-suited for heavy-duty applications, PVC is durable, resists erosion and corrosion, and is watertight. It can handle certain gases, waste, food, and chemicals but cannot withstand high pressures.
  • Silicone Industrial Hose: Virtually nonstick, odorless, and colorless, silicone hoses are used in power generation, food, and medical applications. They are insulating, weatherproof, and resistant to tearing, infrared radiation, and UV rays; silicone hoses withstand low and high temperatures.
  • Composite Industrial Hose: Made from different layers of materials, industrial hoses resist chemicals and bend easily. These tubes are manufactured with fabrics, thermoplastics, and spiraled metal wires throughout.
  • Industrial Metal Hose: These hoses offer exceptional durability and are made from stainless steel, galvanized steel, or bronze. They&#;re not as flexible as other materials but can withstand fire, cryogenic temperatures, high pressure, and extreme heat.

Other industrial hose materials include rubber, urethane, and PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene, commonly known as Teflon®.

What Are Hydraulic Hoses?

Hydraulic hoses are specially designed tubes that transport oil, water, or other fluid under high pressure. They form a crucial link in many systems which use the power of pressurized fluids to perform mechanical work.

Hydraulic hoses are critical in various industries, serving as essential components in hydraulic systems that power machinery and equipment. They&#;re necessary for transferring hydraulic fluid for smooth power transmission within these systems. You&#;ll see them in heavy machinery, automobiles, aircraft, and other industrial applications.

Hydraulic Hoses From the Inside Out

Hydraulic hoses are engineered to withstand demanding conditions. They have multiple layers, each serving a specific purpose.

  • The innermost layer, or tube, contains and conveys the hydraulic fluid. It is typically made of synthetic rubber, which provides flexibility and resistance to the hydraulic fluid&#;s corrosive properties.
  • Surrounding the tube is a reinforcement layer that strengthens the hose and prevents it from bursting under high pressure. That layer is generally made from braided steel wire or textile fabrics. The extent of the reinforcement layers depends on the hose&#;s intended application and the pressure level it needs to handle.
  • The outer layer, or cover, serves as a protective shield, guarding against abrasion, environmental factors, and other damage. That part is made from synthetic rubber, thermoplastic, or a blend of materials designed to resist wear and tear.

Types of Hydraulic Hoses

Hydraulic hoses come in various sizes, pressure ratings, and types for different applications. High-pressure hydraulic hoses are best for heavy-duty machinery, while low-pressure hoses may be suitable for less demanding systems.

  • Low-Pressure Hydraulic Hoses: Commonly used for vacuum applications, return lines, and anti-static lines, these hoses can include braided textile fibers or steel wires for strength.
  • Spiral Steel Wire Hoses: These hoses stand up to higher-than-normal pressure and flexing. They&#;re designed for machinery used in heavy duty industrial tasks like logging, mining, and agriculture.
  • Thermoplastic Hydraulic Hoses: Well-suited for low temperatures and medium pressure, the inner tubing material in thermoplastic hydraulic hoses is typically made from polymer material.
  • SAE Standard Hoses: These are the most common kinds of hydraulic hoses, with different types of inner tubing layers.

Select the Best Hydraulic and Industrial Hoses for Your Applications

I.B. Moore Company serves businesses and industries such as food service, material handling, power, chemical, vehicle manufacturers, electronics, and paper-handling equipment.

Contact our team in Lexington, KY, for information on hydraulic and industrial hoses and learn how we can support your business across the USA with our nationwide delivery, service, and support.

7 Types of Industrial Hoses and When You Should Use Them

7 Types of Industrial Hoses and When You Should Use Them

The global industrial hose market will most likely [5] grow rapidly in the next six years - and it is no wonder why. Many industries need industrial hoses &#; from agriculture to the food industry. But how can they be sure they are using the right hose?

The safe transference of fluids is important in any industry. Using the incorrect type of hose can have devastating effects. Some of these effects are chemical exposure, leaks, explosion, fire, electrocution, flooding slippery floors, and many more. Thankfully, there is a solution.

This article will walk you through everything you need to know about 7 of the main types of industrial hoses.

 

  1. Water Hose

The water hose is the easiest type of hose to understand. It works like any sort of hose you might have back at home, but on a much larger scale. You can think of it as an industrial garden hose. Its uses are relatively intuitive. You can use industrial hoses to water crops, put out fires, and clean large pieces of machinery that would be tough to reach by workers. An industrial water hose needs to be strong enough to support high-pressure water. They need to resist ozone (sunlight) and other sorts of decay that happen over time. A water hose needs a strong industrial hose reel. Our website features several high-quality [6] industrial water hose reels.

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  1. Hot Water Hose

While a hot water hose has a similar name to a water hose, its uses are different. Hot water hoses safely convey dangerously hot (or cold) liquid during an industrial process. When properly selected, they also convey steam. Hot water hoses are used in low-temperature landscaping jobs, where normal temperatures of water would freeze. They can also come of use in cold-water cleanings, such as in the case of a ski mountain that needs to have its equipment cleaned. Due to the extreme temperatures, they undergo, these hoses need to be made from high-quality application specific rubber such as an EPDM hose. They also need to take extra care to be fitted tightly.

 

  1. Hydraulic Hose

 

Hydraulic hoses are an important part of hydraulic machinery. Hydraulic machinery is machinery that makes use of [7] hydraulic systems, using the shifting of oil pressure to power the machine. Hydraulic machines present themselves as a cost-efficient, simple [8] solution to the problem of creating an efficient industrial workforce. Hydraulic hoses are like the veins and arteries in the machine's body, they transfer the fluid that keeps the machines running. They are made from many different types of materials, flexible, and resistant to high levels of pressure. There are many different types of hydraulic hoses &#; such as reinforced hoses, coiled hoses, consulted hoses, and corrugated hoses &#; so make sure you do some research on which hose you need specifically.

 

  1. Chemical Fume Extraction Hose

These are the most intimidating-looking hoses on this list &#; have you ever seen those long yellow hoses in a contaminated zone? These hoses safely ventilate process chemical fumes. They are most often used in the chemical industry, but they can be found in the food industry too. Because of their importance in the process of transferring dangerous chemicals, quality is of the utmost importance. They need to be resistant to chemicals and gas tight. Different chemical fume extraction hoses are made from neoprene, PTFE, aluminum, and EPDM rubber. Other common uses of chemical fume extraction hose the ventilation of high temperatures, and automobile exhaust.

 

  1. Dust Collection Hose

 

If your job site contains a lot of dust, woodchips, wood shavings, sawdust, or even gases, the dust collection may help. A dust collection hose, also known as a ventilation hose acts as a sort of large vacuum cleaner, sucking up loose materials that can be pesky at their best, dangerous at the worst. The construction of these hoses needs to account for the abrasion that they will face. They usually come in medium or light weights and can be made of anything from PVC to polyurethane to thermoplastic rubber. If you and your workers find yourself around a lot of fine materials, inhaling them could damage your lungs. Make sure you invest in a dust collection hose.

 

  1. Ventilation Hose (Industrial Ducting)

A ventilation hose is another extraction-based hose. Ventilation hoses remove gas, smoke, fumes, and any other sort of pollutant you can think of. If your chemical, agricultural, or manufacturing company often finds itself surrounded by hazardous chemicals, a ventilation hose could be right for you.

Ventilation hoses are made of coated fabric, thermoplastic rubber, polyethylene, metal, and PVC.

This type of hose is very similar to the chemical fume extraction hose. The biggest difference between them is that ventilation hoses are used for more general purposes &#; noxious vehicle exhaust, contaminants &#; whereas chemical fume extraction hoses are used for specific toxic chemicals.

 

  1. Air Hose

Air hoses are like hydraulic hoses in that they are both used to power specific types of machines. Air hoses are used in pneumatic machines, which are machines that operate by shifts in air pressure. Air hoses carry the air between various parts of the machine.

Like many other types of hoses on this list, air hoses must withstand high pressures so that they do not leak or damage. Oil-based lubricants are often applied to air hoses, to smooth the machine's process. Because of this rubber is often used in their construction, allowing high strength/flexibility while being a surface that is easy to lube.

Buy the Best Industrial Hoses The industrial hose market is growing rapidly, as more and more people buy hoses to use in their business. Once you understand these uses of water hoses, hot water hoses, hydraulic hoses, chemical fume extraction hoses, dust collection hoses, ventilation hoses, and air hoses, you are well on your way to buying the best industrial hoses for your business. If you are looking for hydraulic hoses instead, check out our section on [9] hydraulic hoses.

 

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